KILKENNEY — By July 1, thousands of people will be camping in the Kilkenny area of the White Mountain National Forest for the 51st gathering of the Rainbow Family of Living Light.
For the week of July 1-8, family members will unplug from modern society, pray, enjoy nature and make friends.
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