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\n<\/TABLE>Take a break. <\/p>\n

Leave your desk Friday and come enjoy the final event in this year’s Diversity Lectures and Cultural Arts Series. <\/p>\n

On Friday, Omaha civil leader and new city councilman, Ben Gray, will discuss the historical importance of the Juneteenth celebration. The event will be at noon in the Eppley Science Hall Amphitheater.<\/p>\n

Free bag lunches will be provided to the first 40 attendees. <\/p>\n

The Diversity Lectures and Cultural Arts Series is a year-long event designed to provide UNMC employees with educational events and performances related to diversity of thought, culture and celebration. <\/p>\n

The event is sponsored by UNMC Human Resources and the Employee Diversity Network. <\/p>\n

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