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You are invited to the 46th Annual Citywide Tribute Event in Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: "Equity, Justice & Voting Rights."

The dinner will be distinguished with a keynote address from Dr. Clarence Nixon, CEO & Founder of t.Lab, a high-performance learning laboratory for families and students from kindergarten through undergraduate. t.Lab was established to increase the competitiveness of US based students while leveraging a global leadership model. t.Lab has served more than 3,800 parents and students since its inception in 2007 and has students from the US, Kenya, Nigeria, Hungary, Lebanon and the Philippines. As of 2020, t.Lab's median composite ACT score among students was 30.7 and its students have received more than $17M in college scholarships. Dr. Nixon and t.Lab were recently honored by the Information Technology Senior Management Forum.

Presented by the Dr. Martin L. King Jr. Planning Committee, all proceeds from the event go to support the Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship for eligible students attending Kettering University, Mott Community College, and the University of Michigan-Flint.

Individual Admission $50
Table Sponsorship $500 (includes 8 VIP tickets)

Pre-registration is required, at www.mcceventsonline.com

Event Description

Join the MLK Student Planning Committee within the MLK Commemorative Celebration Committee for the inaugural MLK Student Symposium, featuring keynote speakers, presentations, entertainment and a soul food dinner as well as an informational and student organizational resource fair. A symposium packet including swag will be provided to all registered participants while supplies last.

Voices of the Dream: For Us, By Us is a powerful student-led event designed to empower students to raise their voices and advocate for themselves on critical issues faced while attending a PWI (Predominantly White Institution). Through the art of conversation and creative expression, this event offers space for authentic dialogue, allowing students to share their experiences, express their identities, discuss challenges faced within systemic barriers and promote inspiration for change. By fostering a sense of community and solidarity, For Us, By Us encourages students to take ownership of their narratives and push for a more inclusive campus environment.

This event is free to attend, but registration is required.

MLK Student Symposium Schedule

2:15 p.m. – Registration/Check-in
2:45-3:05 p.m. – Welcome, Introductions and Symposium Overview
3:05-4:05 p.m. – Group Session: “Building Community” (facilitated large group discussion)
4:10-4:15 p.m. – Transition to Breakout Session
4:15-5:15 p.m. – Breakout Sessions (select one; attendees will choose their session in advance)
Session 1: “Being the Only: Navigating the PWI Experience”
Session 2: “Checking on You: Mental Health & Wellbeing in Challenging Environments”
Session 3: “Navigating Life at a PWI: Understanding Institutional Racism and Advocating for Yourself”
5:15-5:20 p.m. – Short Break
5:20 p.m. – Soul Food Dinner (opportunity for networking and informal conversations)
5:35-6:40 p.m. – Showcase of Student Work/Performances (students present creative work that reflects the event theme)
6:40-6:45 p.m. – Closing Remarks and Thank You

We are honored to announce that in collaboration with the African-American Cultural Arts & History Center and the Alamance County Community Remembrance Coalition, we will be hosting an in-person gathering to observe the National Day of Racial Healing!

Tuesday, January 21st from 5-7pm
The African-American Cultural Arts & History Center
2381 Corporation Pkwy, Burlington, NC 27215

This is a FREE community offering and no registration is required. We will have a light agenda, but we are most looking forward to coming together to hold space for healing.

Tuesday, January 21st from 5-7pm
The African-American Cultural Arts & History Center
2381 Corporation Pkwy, Burlington, NC 27215

This is a FREE community offering and no registration is required. We will have a light agenda, but we are most looking forward to coming together to hold space for healing.

January 11th we will have our MLK Jr. Summit which is an opportunity to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy through the work of our youth leaders. Our youth leaders will share out about their youth participatory action research engagements and findings. We will provide lunch from a local Black caterer and activities as well.

This January 18th, 2025, 1pm – 6pm, the YWCA of Southern Arizona and the League of Women Voters will host our Annual National Day of Racial Healing (NDRH) program at the Main (525 N. Bonita, Tucson 85745) Campus. This year’s theme is How We Heal from The Effects of Racism. The day’s events will be moderated by Dr. Cheree Meeks (President of the NAACP, Tucson) and will include speakers, a youth panel, cultural performers, and food.

Join us at the Two Mississippi Museums Saturday, January 18, through Tuesday, January 21, to celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Having sponsored free admission on MLK Weekend for six consecutive years, FedEx generously extended the 2025 celebration to include Tuesday, January 21, a day designated as National Day of Racial Healing.

This free weekend will include themed crafts and activities for students and parents, performances by local talent, museum tours on voting rights, gallery talks by Freedom Rider Hezekiah Watkins and on-campus voter registration by the Mississippi Secretary of State’s Elections Division. MLK Night of Culture, inspired by the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, will take place at 6 p.m. Monday, January 20. On the National Day of Racial Healing on Tuesday, January 21, the museums will host two panel discussions—one celebrating Dr. John Perkins’ contribution to the Civil Rights Movement and the other exploring the role of philanthropy in community transformation. For more information, contact 601-576-6850 or email info@mdah.ms.gov.

Join for the National Day of Healing Unity Walk and a special chapel service to connect, build relationships and bridge divides. The event will feature guest speakers and student involvement.

Delivering the message for the chapel service will be Carmella Hill, director of counseling services at the University of Mount Union.

Hill, M.Ed., L.P.C.C.-S, is a licensed professional clinical counselor with supervising credentials in Ohio. She has worked within the mental health profession for over 20 years, serving the entire lifespan in various settings (e.g., community mental health agencies, nursing homes and private practice). She enjoys clinical work, professional development and supervising persons for licensure. She is a sought-after speaker for cultural diversity issues. She is often invited to conduct workshops and seminars on the topic for agencies, groups/teams and organizations. She is passionate about helping professionals develop an awareness and sensitivity to multicultural issues.

Hill teaches, conducts workshops and speaks at various conferences on other topics related to mental health, treatment, documentation and leadership, to name a few. She has taught in higher education at the undergraduate and graduate levels since 2005. In addition to her role at Mount Union, she is an adjunct faculty member at Cleveland State University and Youngstown State University within the counseling programs.

In coordination with All-In Cincinnati, the UC Center for Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation™ invites you to celebrate the National Day of Racial Healing on January 21, 2025, at the Urban League’s Holloman Center for Social Justice. Join us for an evening of impactful discussion that reinforces our common humanity and points towards transformative next steps, particularly in our policy focus areas of equity in housing and economic opportunity across the Cincinnati Area

Come and see what all the buzz is about!!!
$5 Classes Throughout January !!!
La Cantera is open for business and classes are on going in a dozen different genres of music dance and crafting!!! Meet the instructors and Sign up for yours at this FREE event where you can learn about all that's coming up at La Cantera Arts Conservatory.
Here's an Idea of our Diverse Schedule including some openings for your event

Monday : 6pm – 7:30 Beginner Flamenco Dance
7pm – 8:30 Music Class – Guitar, Singing, Percussion
Tuesday : 4:30 – 5:25 Kids African Drumming
5:30 – 6:30 Adult African Drumming
7:30 – 8:30 All Ages African Dance
8:30 – 10 pm Jam Session/Social Hour
Wednesday : Yoga TBD
Salsa TBD
Thursday : Dallas Drum Djam 8 pm – 1 am
TaKaTina 3rd Thursdays only 7 pm – 8:30
Friday : Private Party Event Rentals
Saturday : Afternoon – Open for your Class or party !!!
Evening Private Party Event Rentals
1/11 Cosmic Dance with Chris Campbell 11 am – 1 pm
Sunday : Open for your event or class!
The World's Only Serpent Comedy Show 2/2 at 2 pm
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