Durham has a special connection with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. As a city of open, welcoming, and community-spirited citizens, Durham welcomed Dr. King on many occasions. According to books like Parting the Waters and Origins of the Civil Rights Movement, immediately following the sit-in at a Woolworth’s counter in Greensboro, Dr. King launched a new battle cry in Durham in his “Fill The Jails” speech given at White Rock Baptist Church in Durham.
So, this weekend, be proud of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and be proud of Durham at one of these events including:
January 15, 2011
Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade
Named "One of the Top 20 Events in the Southeast," by the Southeast Tourism Society, the Durham MLK Parade provides a wholesome, family-oriented, multi-cultural event featuring floats, marching bands, steppers, horses, motorcycles, school groups, and more. The event is free and open to all. Beginng at 12pm the parade will start at Hillside High School.
Durham Symphony Orchestra Martin Luther King Concert
The program consists of music by Beethoven: Symphony No. 9 and Curry: Eulogy For a Dream. Tickets are $15 or $5 for students with ID and the concert will begin at 7pm at the Durham Armory.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Raise-a-Reader Fair
Featuring educational and entertaining activities for all ages, emphasizing Dr. King's legacy. The event is designed to promote literacy and is an excellent opportunity to add a book to your child's library. Admission is free and the event runs from 12-3pm at the Hayti Heritage Center.
January 16, 2011
Duke University Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration
Social Justice Advocate Randall Robinson will speak at 3pm. The event is open to the public in Duke University Chapel.
January 17, 2011
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Prayer Breakfast
Greetings and remarks by state and local officials including The Honorable William V. Bell, Mayor of Durham; The Honorable Charles C. Meeker, Mayor of Raleigh; and Dr. Irma McClaurin, President of Shaw University. This event is free and open to the public. For schedule of events, visit website. Doors open 7:15am. First come, first served at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel & Convention Center.
Great news, the weather looks to be thawing out for the weekend events so enjoy getting out of the house, visiting with neighbors, and celebrating the values and visions of the great Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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