Are you ready to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day? We are thrilled to share with you five fantastic ways to honor his memory and make this day truly special. Prepare for a local parade, an exciting essay contest, meaningful Day of Service volunteer opportunities, and a heartwarming Birthday Salute. Let's dive in and make this day one to remember!
Make sure you get the kids involved too! You will find information about an MLK Essay Contest and check out these 5 books about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and other Civil Rights Heroes.
MLK Essay Contest for K-12th Graders!
Deadline January 18th, 2023
Annual Celebrate MLK Parade
Line-Up and Parade Start: Wossman High School, 1600 Arizona Ave., Monroe, LA
Ends: Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo, 1405 Berstein Park Rd., Monroe, LA
Date: 1/20/24
Parade Line-Up Time: 9:00 am
Parade Begins: 10:00 am
ULM 2024 MKL Day of Service
The MLK Day of Service has been rescheduled for Saturday, Jan. 20, with registration beginning at 9 a.m. in The Terrace (ULM Library, 7th floor), program beginning at 9:30 a.m., and reporting to sites 10-11 a.m.
We are looking for members of our community to donate and serve!! Those who would like to volunteer on the actual MLK Day to assist in sorting and packaging the items can sign up using the link included below.
Essay Recognition Program
Mt. Zion Baptist Church
211 Mt. Zion St., Monroe, LA
Date: 1/20/24
Time: 6:00 pm
2024 Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Salute
Jack Howard Theater
401 Lea Joyner Memorial Expy., Monroe, LA
Date: Postponed TBA
Time: Postponed TBA
Mayor Friday Ellis and the City of Monroe will host the 45th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Salute.
The 2024 theme is “Building Bridges and Breaking Barriers”.
In recognition and tribute to the historical contributions of Dr. King to society, the City of Monroe is continuing with its tradition of presenting awards, many named after leaders in our community. This year we will recognize the recipients of the James Sharp, Jr. Justice Award, B.D. Robinson Unity Award, Abe Pierce III Leadership Award, Lillie "Granny" Goins Community Service Award, Morris Henry Carroll Education Award, W.L. "Jack" Howard Public Service Award, Marshall “Shack” Harris Humanitarian Award, and the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Trailblazer Award.
The event is open to the public, but to ensure everyone can view the ceremony, we will also stream it via the city’s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/monroe.city
Our keynote speaker will be Attorney Zebie Grayson, Monroe native, author, and a highly accomplished attorney in both state and federal courts.
Louisiana Delta Community College
7500 Millhaven Rd., Monroe, LA
Date: 1/20/24
Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join Louisiana Delta Community College in honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by donating to their Annual Promise Pantry Food Drive. The food drive will take place at the ATC Community Auditorium this Saturday, 1/20/24 from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Items needed are listed below. Call 318-345-9145 for more information!
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So, there you have it! Five incredible ways to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Let's honor his memory by joining a local parade, participating in an essay contest, engaging in volunteer opportunities, and giving a Birthday Salute. We can keep his dream alive together and work towards a more inclusive and equal society. Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day!
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