List of 2024 Martin Luther King Jr. Day events in Central California
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Check out our list of Martin Luther King Jr. Day events around the Central Valley.
Thursday, January 11
West Fresno Ministerial Alliance: Prayer Breakfast
TIME: 8 a.m.
ADDRESS: Westside Church of God (1424 W. California Avenue, Fresno, CA 93706)
Fresno County Superintendent of Schools Rev. Dr. M.L.K. Art, Essay and Speech Contest Reception
TIME: 5:30 p.m.
ADDRESS: Clovis Veterans Memorial Auditorium (808 4th Street, Clovis, CA 93612)
Friday, January 12
Garlanding Ceremony
TIME: 11:45 a.m.
ADDRESS: Courthouse Park at Van ness Avenue and Tulare Street, Fresno
INFORMATION: Welcome by 2024 City Councill President Annalisa Perea. Greeting by District 3 Councilmember Miguel Arias. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Michele Cantwell-Copher, Fresno County Superintendent of Schools. This ceremony will also feature the FUSD Black Student Union and King Elementary School Dancers.
Community Awards Program
TIME: 5 p.m.
ADDRESS: Fresno City Hall (2600 Fresno Street)
INFORMATION: Keynote Speaker: Rev. Dr. Robert M. Franklin, President Emeritus, Morehouse College, Atlanta and Prof. of Moral Leadership, Emory University, Atlanta. Honorees: Educational Leadership Award - Trustee Keshia Thomas, Fresno Unified School District; Community Leadership Award - Rabbi Rick Winer, Temple Beth Israel; Les Kimber Community Service Award - Rev. Chester Riggins
Community Awards Program
TIME: 5 p.m.
ADDRESS: Fresno City Hall (2600 Fresno Street)
INFORMATION: Keynote Speaker: Rev. Dr. Robert M. Franklin, President Emeritus, Morehouse College, Atlanta and Prof. of Moral Leadership, Emory University, Atlanta. Honorees: Educational Leadership Award - Trustee Keshia Thomas, Fresno Unified School District; Community Leadership Award - Rabbi Rick Winer, Temple Beth Israel; Les Kimber Community Service Award - Rev. Chester Riggins
Saturday, January 13
Clovis Police Department Community Breakfast
TIME: 9 a.m.
ADDRESS: California Health Sciences University (2500 Alluvial Avenue, Clovis, CA 93611)
INFORMATION: Keynote Speaker: Dr. Kimberly Armstrong, President of Clovis Community College. Tickets $5 each (Pre-Payment/Reservation Required).
Sunday, January 14
Candlelight Peace Vigil
TIME: 5 p.m.
ADDRESS: Martin Luther King Elementary School (1001 E. Florence Avenue, Fresno, CA 93706.)
INFORMATION: Assemble at 5:00 PM at Martin Luther King Elementary School
Countdown to King Concert & Rally
TIME: 7:30-9:30 p.m.
ADDRESS: Bethel Christian Center (4665 N First Street, Fresno, CA 93726)
INFORMATION: Some of the biggest names in the Valley will unite and push the message of peace, unity, equality, and love.
Monday, January 15
Community March
TIME: 9:30 a.m.
ADDRESS: St. John's Cathedral (2814 Mariposa Avenue, Fresno, CA 93721)
INFORMATION: Marchers assemble at 9:30 AM at St. John's Cathedral, 2814 Mariposa Avenue, Fresno, CA 93721. March begins at 10:00 AM, stops at Fresno City Hall, then proceeds to the Veterans Memorial Auditorium at 2425 Fresno Street for the Commemoration Program
Commemoration Program
TIME: 11 a.m.
ADDRESS: Veterans Memorial Auditorium (2425 Fresno Street, Fresno, CA 93721)
INFORMATION: Join us at 11:00 AM for a celebration of the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his contributions to community diversity and our enriched culture. The program will include speakers, dancers and other tributes.
Friday, January 19
Fresno State Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration
TIME: 12 p.m.
ADDRESS: Ellipse Gallery at the Fresno State Library (2nd Floor. 5200 N. Barton Ave. Fresno, CA 93740)
INFORMATION: Presented by Fresno State African American Programs and Services Cross Cultural and Gender Center.
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