By Anthony Gorges
JC Post
On Saturday November 18 there will be a celebration of Haitian independence in Junction City.
The organizer of the event is Martine Chery-Hilaire and she is calling the event "Bataille Des Vertieres". The celebration symbolizes the last battle that Haiti fought and won against France in 1803, that led to their independence.
According to Martine Chery-Hilaire, "This event is to bring together a growing community while at the same time teaching people about Haitian history. Haiti is more than just one of the poorest countries in the western hemisphere. It holds a very important place in world history, including in the United States."
The celebration is at D'z Lounge on November 18 beginning at 5:00 p.m. with information about the local nonprofit organization 1st Thousand Members and then important information about the battle of Vertieres.
Food and raffle tickets are available for purchase. To RSVP for food, call 240-898-8120. Reservations must be made by Wednesday, November 8th. Prizes from the raffle include Tumblr mugs, and catering gift certificates.