The 15th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Countywide Celebration to honor Martin Luther King Jr. and others who practice his beliefs in their community will take place at Parkland College on January 15th at 4:00 p.m.
From the press release:
The cities of Champaign and Urbana, Champaign County Board, Parkland College and the University of Illinois invite you to attend:
15th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Countywide Celebration
Friday, January 15, 2016
4:00 p.m.
Parkland College “U” Building
2400 West Bradley Avenue, Champaign, IL
“Investing In The Wealth Of Diversity In Our Community”
The Keynote Presenter is Ms. Kathryn Harris, who will portray the legendary Ms. Harriett Tubman, and relay Ms. Tubman’s experiences as a “conductor” for the antebellum Underground Railroad.
The purpose of this event is to celebrate the life of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and to recognize and honor individuals/organizations who have made many contributions to their community in the areas of civil rights, human rights and humanitarian efforts.
2016 Award Recipients:
~ Barbara Kessel – James R. Burgess, Jr. – Susan Freiburg Humanitarian Award
~ Rohn Koester – Doris Hoskins Prestigious Community Service Award
~ Melany Jackson – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Outstanding Achievement Award
This event is free and open to the public. Reception immediately following the Program.