HUTCHINSON
Mon., Jan. 15, 9 am: Martin Luther King Day of Service, Stringer Fine Arts Center, 640-698 E. 11th. Embrace the spirit of MLK Jr. by participating in a day of service that echoes his vision of unity and compassion.
JUNCTION CITY
Mon., Jan. 15, 10 am: Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., CL Hoover Opera House, 135 W. 7th St. The Black History Trail of Geary County will be part of the program and will have a table there with info on the upcoming year. Come out and join us for this annual celebration.
KANSAS CITY, MO
Fri., Jan. 12, 11 am – 1 pm: MCC CHANCELLOR’S MLK 2024, Metropolitan Community College Chancellor’s Martin Luther King Jr Scholarship Luncheon, the Loews Kansas City Hotel, 1515 Wyandotte. Martin Luther King III, 2024 Keynote Speaker. Metropolitan Community College is honored to feature an engaging conversation between Lisa Ginter, CEO of CommunityAmerica Credit Union, and American Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King III. The conversation will center on King continuing his family’s legacy and work for equality, the current state of the American civil rights movement, and what business and civic leaders in the Greater Kansas City Area can do to be part of the Dream. COST $200 https://bit.ly/3uQv1hU
Mon., Jan. 15, 8 am: Breakfast & a Movie, Zhou Brothers Art Center, 1801 E 18th. Join us for breakfast & VIP movie screening of “The Space Race,” which weaves together the stories of Black astronauts seeking to break the bonds of social injustice to reach for the stars. COST $15 mlkday.asteamvillage.org.
Mon., Jan. 15, 11 am: Why We Can’t-Wait, Dr. MLK Celebration by Alpha Phi Alpha (Beta Lambda & Delta Mu Chapters), Pierson Auditorium, Atterbury Student Center, 5000 Holmes St. 26th Annual Holiday Observance featuring guest speaker Congressman Emanuel Cleaver. Doors open at 11 a.m., food is served at 11:30, and the program at noon. Reserve at kcalphas.com.
Mon., Jan. 15, 4 pm: SCLC The Community Forum, Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church, 2310 E. Linwood Blvd. Mayor’s Commission on Reparations featuring the KC Reparations Coalition. Excerpts of the reparations film documentary.
Mon., Jan. 15, 6 pm: SCLC Mass Celebration, Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church, 2310 E. Linwood Blvd. Featuring Ajamu Webster as keynote speaker, chairman of WeDevelopment Federal Credit Union
LAWRENCE
Sat. Jan. 13, 7:30 pm: “Steps of a Good Man,” a locally produced play, the Lied Center, 1600 Stewart Dr. An intergenerational story centered on an elderly man who shares his experiences with the civil rights movement from his front porch. The producers’ goal is to bring King’s message back and demonstrate how it remains relevant and powerful to us in today’s times. COST $25 https://bit.ly/3H7HDEw
MANHATTAN
Sat., Jan. 13, 2 – 4 pm: Spirit of MLK Jr. Award, Manhattan Arts Center, 1520 Poyntz Ave. Let’s celebrate our writers and artists who entered our Annual Arts and Writing contest. Spirit of MLK Jr. Award, plus many more things to see, hear, and enjoy.
Sat., Jan. 20, 8 am: MLK Breakfast at Staley School, Kansas State University, 1300 Mid-Campus Dr. N.
Mon., Jan. 22, 5:30 – 7 pm: 20th Annual Diversity Student Leader Reception, Student Union Wildcat Chamber. The MLK Jr. Diversity Student Leader Reception is an annual event sponsored by the College of Agriculture. Students, faculty and staff learn about the civil rights movement and current diversity issues from those who have fought and overcome cultural challenges. The 2024 reception will feature Mr. Corey Williamson, executive director of the K-State Student Union and leader of the Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation Framework Action Team at K-State.
Tue, Jan. 23, 6 – 8 pm: “Brother Outsider” Film Screening, Multicultural Center Oneok Room. Screening of the film “Brother Outsider – The Life of Bayard Rustin.” This documentary tells the story of Bayard Rustin, the African-American civil rights activist, notable for his activism for racial equality, gay rights, socialist issues, and organizing the 1963 March on Washington.
Wed, Jan. 24, 2:30 – 5 pm: 10th Annual College of Arts and Sciences Civil Rights Teach-In, Leadership Studies Town Hall. Join the conversation on social justice issues relating to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging hosted by the College of Arts and Sciences.
Thu, Jan. 25, 11:30 am – 1 p.m.: MLK Presidential Lecture, Alumni Center Ballroom. This year’s keynote speaker is Dr. Juan Gilbert, Endowed Professor and Chair of the Computer and Information Science and Engineering Department at the University of Florida. $25 Must register to attend.
Fri., Jan. 26, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm: Affinity Group Lunch & Learn, 204/205 Multicultural Center. The Faculty and Staff Affinity Network invites you to join in their annual MLK Week Lunch. Affinity group members and other K-State faculty and staff are invited to bring their lunch and engage in a discussion about social justice and diversity at K-State.
Fri., Jan. 26, 1:30 p.m: Laying of the Wreaths and Candlelight Ceremony, Union Courtyard & Martin Luther King Jr. Bust, The annual Laying of the Wreath and Candle Lighting ceremony marks the end of L-State’s week of programming. The K-State campus and Manhattan community are invited to join in remembering Dr. King’s life through this event. The program will begin with the candlelight ceremony and end at the MLK bust in front of Ahearn Field House.
OLATHE
Mon., Jan 15, 5:30 pm: The 20th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy and Scholarship Awards Dinner. the Sheraton Overland Park, 6100 College Blvd. Honoring the Hunt Family, Kansas City Chiefs owners, and their student scholarship award winners. Reservations $80 mlkingcomm@gmail.com
SALINA
Mon., Jan. 15., 12 pm: MLK Event, St John’s Missionary Baptist Church, 215 S. Chicago. Salina South and Central High Schools Choirs. Guest speaker Ralita Cheeks.
Mon., Jan. 15., 7 pm: MLK Jr. Day Celebration, Kansas Wesleyan University, guest speaker the Rev. Terrell Davis, New Hope Missionary Baptist Church.
TOPEKA
Thu., Jan. 11, noon: Governor’s Annual MLK Walk and Proclamation Signing, South doors of the Kansas Capitol. The march will be led by Gov. Laura Kelly, legislators, members of the Kansas African American Affairs Commission, and the Topeka High School Drumline. The march will culminate with Kelly signing the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. proclamation in the first-floor rotunda at noon. The keynote speaker is Dr. Robert E. Weems Jr., the Willard Garvey Distinguished Professor of Business History at Wichita State University.
Fri., Jan. 12, 1 pm: Will we Overcome? Crown at 70 with Chreyl Brown Henderson. Join Cheryl Brown Henderson in conversation with Dr. Valerie Mendoza as they discuss the legacy of her family and what the Brown v. Board Supreme Court decision means today, 70 years later. Online Event Register at https://bit.ly/3TNmRBj
Sat., Jan. 13, 5:30 pm: Scholarship and Community Awards Banquet, Ramada Hotel and Convention Center, Regency Ballroom, 420 SE. 6th. The doors open at 5:30 pm and the program starts at 6:30 pm. The Rev. Addison Canidy, the senior pastor of the Mount Zion Second Baptist Church, Atlanta, is the keynote speaker. Graduating high school senior scholarship winners and community awards recipients will be recognized.
Sun., Jan. 14, 6 pm: MLK Community Worship Service, Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, 1100 SE. Washington St. The Rev T.D. Hicks, host pastor. The Rev. Darren Edwards, pastor of the United Believers Community Church, KCMO is the guest speaker.
Mon., Jan. 15, 5:30 pm: “Whose Dream Is It?” Westside Christian Church, 432 SW. Lindenwood Ave. The Topeka Center for Peace and Justice in partnership with Living the Dream, Inc. is sponsoring its 30th Annual Community MLK Celebration and Chili and Soup Dinner. The Rev. Donna Gilchrist, host pastor. The free dinner starts at 5:30 pm followed by the program at 7 pm. Dr. Venus Lee, CEO of GraceMed Health Clinic is the keynote speaker. Music will be provided by the Faith Temple Praise Team, representation will also be provided by the Jewish, Mennonite, Baha’i and Islamic faith community. Childcare will be available for children two years and younger.
Tue., Jan. 16, 6 – 8 pm: Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Memorial Union, Washburn Rooms A and B, 1700 SW. College Ave. Join the Washburn community as they remember and continue exploring the legacy of “community and belonging” inspired by Dr. King. This will be a sweet time together as dessert is served and attendees hear from keynote speaker Amri Johnson.
WICHITA
Sat., Jan. 13, 11 am: MLK Parade, start Christian Faith Centre, north of Broadway to Douglas west to Chester I. Lewis Reflection Park Line-up 9:15 am. FREE
Sat., Jan. 13, 11:30 am – 1 pm: Alpha Phi Alpha, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Commemoration and Awards Luncheon, Wichita State University, Rhatigan, Beggs Ballroom, 1845 Fairmount, Recognizing individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to the community. Dr Brian Black, Global Director DEI Hexion Inc. COST $50 https://bit.ly/3NpSGfM
Mon., Jan. 15, noon: Greater Wichita Ministerial League 2024 MLK Worship Celebration, shifting the cultural climate. WSU Metroplex, 5015 E. 29th. Guest speaker Dr. Dorinda Clark Cole. FREE
Mon., Jan 15, 7:30 am: 8th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Heroes and Sheroes Scholarship Awards Breakfast. Wichita State University Beggs Ballroom in the Rhatigan Student Center. This year’s honorees include Dr. Kevin Harrison, Maggie Thompson, Jackie & Darren McGilbray, Mark McCormick, and Christina Long. COST $30. Tickets: contact Gerald Norwood at (316) 258-2749 or geraldnorwood@att.net.
Mon., Jan. 15, 2 – 4 pm: Luncheon for 2024 GWML Dr. MLK Celebration, WSU Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex, 5015 East 29th. Featuring lunch with guest speaker Dr. Dorinda Clark Cole. COST $40+ https://bit.ly/3GFOzZ8
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