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The Martin Luther King, Jr.
Celebration
Sponsored by the King Center Saturday January 9, 2010 - Monday January 18, 2010
The 2010 King Holiday Observance will mark the 81st birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the 42nd Annual Program of the King Center, and the 25th anniversary of the National Holiday in his honor, which is celebrated in all 50 states and over 100 countries around the world..
Remember! Celebrate! Act!
A Day On, Not A Day Off
The theme reiterates the importance of remembering Dr. King’s work and legacy, celebrating his birthday as a national holiday and acting on his teachings and principles of nonviolence and human rights. It also serves as a reminder that the holiday is a day on for community service initiatives and programs promoting interracial cooperation, not just a day off from work or school.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Saturday, January 9, 2010
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM THE KING CENTER AND AETNA HOST A HEALTH AND WELLNESS FORUM – open to the public The King Center – Atlanta, GA. The goal of the Health and Wellness Forum is to: Serve as a leading resource for health information, education and wellness; Address health disparities and empower people with new knowledge to take control of their personal health; Convene a team of professionals with a broad spectrum of views on health, wellness and nutrition to promote more informed decision making; Foster diverse dialogue in an educational setting to empower students, adults, educators and community leaders; Inspire learning about issues that impact health, wellness and quality of life toward the advancement of community involvement and leadership around those health issues. For More Information Contact: Barbara Harrison at (404) 526-8911.
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Wednesday, January 13, 2010
8:30 AM to 4:00 PM - KINGIAN NONVIOLENCE COLLEGIATE LEADERSHIP ORIENTATION – Limited Space – First Come First Serve - National Park Service Fire station, Boulevard & Auburn Aves., N.E. Atlanta, GA. This leadership orientation will be based on Dr. King’s philosophy and methodology which provides the knowledge, skills, and motivation necessary to pursue peaceful strategies for solving personal and community problems. It will be offered to college students (sophomores and juniors) from the Atlanta metropolitan area colleges and universities. For more information contact: Barbara Harrison at 404-526-8911.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
10:00 AM - STATE OF GEORGIA MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. HOLIDAY COMMISSION PROGRAM - Open to the Public - The State Capitol, North Wing, Atlanta, GA. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue will host the tribute to Dr. King, with participation of King Center officials. For more information contact: The Georgia Martin Luther King, Jr., King Holiday Commission at 404-463-1343.
8:00 PM - A KING CELEBRATION CONCERT WITH THE ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA - Open to the Public - The Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel, Morehouse College. Robert Spano leads the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's 19th annual King Celebration at the MLK International Chapel on the Morehouse College campus. The concert, which honors the legacy of Dr. King in words and music, features the Orchestra with the Morehouse and Spelman College Glee Clubs and special guests, and is broadcast internationally each year on American Public Media. General Admission: $ 25.00. For more information contact: (404) 733-4900 or visit www.atlantasymphony.org.
Friday, January 15, 2010
10:00 A.M. - ENRICHING THE AMERICAN DREAM: THE CELEBRATION OF A LEGACY - Open to the Public - The King Center’s Freedom Hall Auditorium – 449 Auburn Ave, NE Atlanta GA.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will join the King Center to welcome 81 (applicants for U.S. citizenship) as they share in the legacy of the American Dream by becoming America’s newest citizens. USCIS Director, Alejandro Mayorkas will deliver the Oath of Allegiance and King Center Board Member, Elder Bernice A. King will address the gathering. For more information please contact: Barbara Harrison 404.526.8911.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
5:30 PM ( Reception ). - 6:30 PM ( Dinner ) - THE ANNUAL “SALUTE TO GREATNESS” AWARDS DINNER - Hyatt Regency, 265 Peachtree St., NE, Atlanta, GA. Individual Honoree: Mr. Quincy Jones, Grammy Award Winner. Corporate Honoree: Allstate Corporation, Mr. Thomas J. Wilson, Chairman, President and CEO.
The Annual Salute to Greatness Awards Dinner is The King Center’s primary fundraising initiative. One of the Center’s highest honors, the Salute to Greatness Award is presented at the Dinner to recognize national and/or international individuals and corporations that exemplify excellence in their leadership and have demonstrated a commitment to social responsibility in the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In addition to the honorees, other participants include: Ambassador Andrew Young; Elder Bernice King, rapper and actor Chris ‘Ludicris’ Bridges; Tom Joyner, Actress-Producer Jasmine Guy; Jesse Hill, Jr., former chairman and C.E.O.. of Atlanta Life insurance Co.; Coca Cola Foundation Chair Ingrid Saunders Jones; King Center President and C.E.O. Isaac Newton Farris, Jr.; King Center Vice Chair and Treasurer Christine King Farris; Martin Luther King III and others. Tables: $5,000 & $2,500; Tickets $200. To purchase tickets for the Salute to Greatness Dinner, please contact (404) 526-8911 or visit The King Center’s website www.thekingcenter.org. For more information please contact Barbara Harrison at 404.526.8911.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
2:00 PM. – A City of Atlanta Mural featuring events of the American Civil Rights Movement by Louis Delsarte, entitled “The Martin Luther King, Jr, Memorial Mural,” will be unveiled on the back of the MLK Natatorium. Contact: Dorian McDuffie (404) 817-6980
3:00 PM. – 5:00 P.M. - BOOK SIGNING WITH DR. CHRISTINE KING FARRIS – Open to the Public - The King Center Auditorium - 449 Auburn Avenue, NE Atlanta, GA. The author will sign her books, “Through It All”, “March On” and “My Brother Martin,” all available for purchase. For more information, call (404) 526-8944.
7:00 PM - 9:00 P.M. – A.D. KING: BROTHER TO THE DREAMER PRE- SCREENING - Open to the Public, RSVP Recommended - The King Chapel, Morehouse College 830 Westview Dr. S.W. Atlanta, Ga. 30314. The program will include a panel discussion and audience question & answer session. A VIP Reception (RSVP ONLY) will be held on the second floor at the King Chapel from 6:00p.m. - 7:00p.m. For more information please contact: Dr. Babs Onabanjo (770) 873-9265 babsonabanjo@yahoo.com website: www.adkingfoundation.com.
Monday, January 18, 2010, The Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
10:00 AM. - THE MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. ANNUAL COMMEMORATIVE SERVICE - Open to the public. (Limited seating) - Ebenezer Baptist Church – Horizon Sanctuary, 407 Auburn Ave., NE, Atlanta, GA. The Commemorative Service is the spiritual hallmark of the King Holiday Observance, and features tributes to the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from national and international leaders. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Cornel West, Class of 1943 University Professor, Center for African American Studies, Princeton University. Other public figures confirmed to participate in the service include: U.S. Senator Johnny Isaacson; Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed and King Center Vice Chair/Treasurer Christine King Farris and Elder Bernice A. King. Just outside the church, a 12’ x 19’ JumboTron will broadcast the Commemorative Service live. For More Information Contact: Barbara Harrison at (404) 526-8911.
Immediately following Commemorative Service - ALLSTATE GIVE BACK DAY - Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site – Rose Garden Atlanta, GA. As part of the Allstate/ King Center collaboration to promote Allstate Give Back Day, the 2010 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday and volunteerism there will be a 30 minute rally immediately following the Annual Commemorative Service.
ALL DAY - THE MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. HANDS ON ATLANTA DAY OF SERVICE. Diverse community service projects throughout Atlanta in honor of Dr. King. For more information contact: Hands On Atlanta at (404) 979-2800 or www.handsonatlanta.org.
King Holiday Observance Commemorative Items Available
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449 Auburn Avenue, N.E
Atlanta, GA 30312
Ph: 404-526-8923
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