(File Photo taken by Frank Sparks)

Story by Beaver County Radio Staff.

(New Brighton, Pa.) New Brighton Mayor Valerie McElvy is reporting that the Borough will be hosting their second annual Juneteenth celebration today, Thursday, June 19 from 1 PM to 7 PM. It will be held on 11th Street from 5th to 3rd Avenue. There will be a variety of different vendors and more from the tri-state area. There will be custom clothing, tumblers, jewelry, self-care, resources, and of course, food, in fact Mayor McElvy said that several different food trucks and food vendors will be there along with much more. There will be performers from all over with a variety of singing and spoken word. Merrick Art Gallery will be open for free tours. The event is for everyone no matter your ethnicity and Mayor McElvy wants the county to come out and celebrate this historic Day. You won’t be disappointed. Mayor McElvy wanted to thank all of the sponsors including We’re at your service, Chozen Pieces, and SJO Cares.