MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY EVENTS
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Monday and the civil activist is honored with activities from concerts and activities to parades and celebrations.
Broward County
Jan. 16
■ Teen MLK Project, 4-6 pm, Riverland Library, 2710 W. Davie Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. broward.org/Library/Events/Pages/MLKDay.aspx
■ Film: Selma. 5-7 p.m. Jan. 16; and 4 p.m. Jan. 30; Galt Ocean Mile Reading Center, 3403 Galt Ocean Drive, Fort Lauderdale. broward.org/Library/Events/Pages/MLKDay.aspx
Jan. 17
■ Martin Luther King Jr. Day Display, 10 a.m., Century Plaza/ Leon Slatin Branch Library Community Room, 1856 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. For children ages 2-5 with parent.carefiver.broward.org/Library/Events/Pages/MLKDay.aspx ■ Happy Birthday, Dr. Martin
Luther King Jr.! 10 a.m., Imperial Point Branch, Children’s Display Area, 5985 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale. ems.browardlibrary.org/mastercalendar/
■ Friday Night at he Library: Destination Freedom: Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., for ages 21 years old and older. African American Research Library Auditorium, 2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. $10. broward.org/Library/Events/ Pages/MLKDay.aspx
■ MLK Day Celebration: 6:30 p.m., Tamarac Community Center, 8601 W. Commercial Blvd., Tamarac. Keynote by Dr. Jaffus Hardrick, president of Florida Memorial University, and performances by Ashanti Cultural Arts. Light refreshments. 954-597-3620. Tamarac.org. Free.
■ MLK Celebration Concert: 7-9 p.m. Coral Springs Center For The Arts, 2855 Coral Springs Dr., Coral Springs. The city presents its 30th year of events and celebrations to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King. 954-344-5990. facebook .com/events/coral-springs -center-for-the-arts/mlk -celebration-concert/ 433765454003489/.
Jan. 18
■ MLK Fun Day: 1-5 p.m., Dr. MLK Community Center, 2400 Charleston St., Hollywood. Family-friendly event with face painting, bounce house, games, refreshments & music, basketball tournament.
■ I Have a Dream: Watch MLK’s Inspiring Speech, 2:30-3:30 pm., Tyrone Bryant Library, 2230 NW 21st Ave., Fort Lauderdale. broward.org/ Library/Events/Pages/MLKDay.aspx
■ “Roots of the Spirit: Soulful Expressions of the African Diaspora” VIP Reception: 6-9 p.m. ArtServe, 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Multimedia exhibition and performance series exploring African customs and aesthetics. 954-462-8190. artserve.org/roots-of-the-spirit/. $40-$75. ■ Celebrate MLK Weekend With Kenny Washington, 7–9 p.m., ArtsPark Amphitheater, 1 N. Young Circle Hollywood. Jazz Vocal Virtuoso Kenny Washington, will entertain. 954-921-3500. Free.
Jan. 19
■ Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s
birthday celebration, 1-4 p.m., Davie Town Hall, 6591 Orange Drive, Davie. Live entertainment, a poetry contest, and children’s activities. 954-797-1181, or email specialevents@davie-fl.gov.
Jan. 20
■ King Holiday Celebration: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Esplanade Park, 400 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. Honor the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at this annual march for non-violence. facebook.com/events /esplanade-park/king -holiday-celebration /2219520205016175/.
■ Dr MLK Jr Day Parade and Festival: 10 a.m., BF James Park, 1000 NW Eighth Ave., Hallandale Beach. Parade begins and ends at OB Johnson Park where the festival will start immediately following, featuring entertainment and food.
■ MLK Celebration and Parade: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Lakeshore Park, 8501 S. Sherman Circle, Miramar. The city presents a day of food, music, dancing and entertainment.
954-602-3178. mlkmiramar2020 .eventbrite.com. Free.
■ Tribute to Martin Luther
King Jr.: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., Pine Trails Park, 10561 Trails End, Parkland. Featuring a ceremony including the history of black music in America, guest speakers; crafts, food trucks, and inspirational local performances.
Jan. 21
■ Storytime: Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Stories,
Songs and Activities, 10:30 a.m., Century Plaza/Leon Slatin Branch Library Community Room, 1856 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. For children ages 2-5 with parent.carefiver.ems .browardlibrary.org /mastercalendar/.
Jan. 30
■ Film: Selma. 4 p.m. Riverland Library, 2710 W. Davie Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. broward.org/ Library/Events/Pages/MLKDay.aspx
Palm Beach County
Jan. 16
■ Teen Crafternoon: 4:30 p.m., for ages 12-17, Royal Palm Beach Branch, 500 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. make special crafts that will be donated to local nonprofit organizations. Popcorn provided. Ages 12-17. events.pbclibrary.org/events-and-classes/ teen. 561-790-6030.
Jan. 17
■ MLK Day of Service: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; also 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Jan. 22 and Jan 29. Locations: Marina Event Center, 190 E. 13th St., Riviera Beach; RBCRA Office, 2001 Broadway Ave., Riviera Beach; Riviera Beach City Hall, 600 W. Blue Heron Blvd., Riviera Beach. Building a Bridge to Harmony Canned Food Drive. business .palmbeaches.org/events /details/mlk-day-of-service -01-17-2020-31357.
■ Hand in Hand: 3:30 p.m. Keep Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s important message in our hearts through stories, music and crafts emphasizing love, harmony and friendship. Jupiter Branch, 705 Military Trail, Jupiter. 561-7442301. events.pbclibrary.org/ events-and-classes/children.
Jan. 20
■ MLK Day 2020 Volunteer
Project: 8:45-11:30 a.m. Location to be announced. Join United Way of Palm Beach County for this annual day of service by picking fresh vegetables to help feed the hungry in our community. Free.