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Thursday, January 12, 2006
More on the Arvada MLK Candlelight Walk & Celebration
I had to post this one more time. I am so excited! The press release below is only a part of the story. The Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library lent us a 27 panel display about Martin Luther King's visits to Denver and other MLK memorabilia. That will be up at our event, along with 4 or 5 panels from the John Denver Peace Cloth. The Arvada Dance Theater is performing an inspirational MLK piece, and the gospel music will be performed by a black choir from Denver. Domonique Foxworth and Curtis May are wonderful people... and I could go on and on. Working on this event has truly been an experience I won't forget. The support for it is incredible.
The community is invited to celebrate and honor the work of Martin Luther King, Jr. by joining in a Candlelight Walk and Celebration on Monday evening, January 16th, 2006.
What: Martin Luther King Candlelight Walk and Celebration
A 1½ mile community walk followed by a gathering with informative talks, music, and entertainment.
When: Walk begins at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, January 16, 2006.
Celebratory Event takes place from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Arvada United Methodist Church, 6750 Carr Street, Arvada
Route of walk: from the church east on 68th Avenue to the Arvada Center at 6901 Wadsworth, then back to the church for the celebration.
Ample free parking will be available at the church.
How: Dress warmly and bring a flashlight or candle.
Both walkers and non-walkers are invited to attend the 7:00 p.m. celebration.
Arvada Mayor Ken Fellman will welcome participants to this first annual event that is sponsored by the Arvada Peace and Justice Commission with the support of the Arvada City Council and the Arvada United Methodist Church. Speakers will be:
· Community Activist, Ethan Hemming, as Master of Ceremonies
· Denver Bronco Cornerback, Domonique Foxworth – “What Martin Luther King Means to Me”
· Director of the Office of Reconciliation Ministries, Curtis May – “Removing Walls/Building Bridges”
Domonique Foxworth is a first-year Bronco cornerback. He graduated from the University of Maryland in 3 1/2 years while excelling in sports and community service. Domonique was drafted by the Broncos in April, 2005. Since then, he has been named NFL Rookie of the week, and Defensive Player of the Game twice. He writes a weekly column for the Denver Post and continues his community service efforts by working with Ambassadors for Literacy, a Denver non-profit organization.
Curtis May was born in Greensboro, Alabama in 1944. He worked in pastoral ministry for over thirty years, and is now the Director of the Office of Reconciliation Ministries. He has traveled to cities throughout the United States, South Africa, England, Northern and Southern Ireland, and the Philippines helping to organize and conduct racial reconciliation workshops. He currently resides in Pasadena, California.
The Arvada Peace and Justice Commission is comprised of Arvada area citizens dedicated to taking action for peace and justice. Members represent many beliefs and persuasions and maintain a single desire to serve our community.
Denver Bronco, Domonique Foxworth, to Keynote MLK Celebration Following Community Candlelight Walk
January 16th Event Will Include a Presentation by Bridge-Building Community Leader, Curtis May; Gospel Music; and Dance Performance.
January 16th Event Will Include a Presentation by Bridge-Building Community Leader, Curtis May; Gospel Music; and Dance Performance.
The community is invited to celebrate and honor the work of Martin Luther King, Jr. by joining in a Candlelight Walk and Celebration on Monday evening, January 16th, 2006.
What: Martin Luther King Candlelight Walk and Celebration
A 1½ mile community walk followed by a gathering with informative talks, music, and entertainment.
When: Walk begins at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, January 16, 2006.
Celebratory Event takes place from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Arvada United Methodist Church, 6750 Carr Street, Arvada
Route of walk: from the church east on 68th Avenue to the Arvada Center at 6901 Wadsworth, then back to the church for the celebration.
Ample free parking will be available at the church.
How: Dress warmly and bring a flashlight or candle.
Both walkers and non-walkers are invited to attend the 7:00 p.m. celebration.
Arvada Mayor Ken Fellman will welcome participants to this first annual event that is sponsored by the Arvada Peace and Justice Commission with the support of the Arvada City Council and the Arvada United Methodist Church. Speakers will be:
· Community Activist, Ethan Hemming, as Master of Ceremonies
· Denver Bronco Cornerback, Domonique Foxworth – “What Martin Luther King Means to Me”
· Director of the Office of Reconciliation Ministries, Curtis May – “Removing Walls/Building Bridges”
Domonique Foxworth is a first-year Bronco cornerback. He graduated from the University of Maryland in 3 1/2 years while excelling in sports and community service. Domonique was drafted by the Broncos in April, 2005. Since then, he has been named NFL Rookie of the week, and Defensive Player of the Game twice. He writes a weekly column for the Denver Post and continues his community service efforts by working with Ambassadors for Literacy, a Denver non-profit organization.
Curtis May was born in Greensboro, Alabama in 1944. He worked in pastoral ministry for over thirty years, and is now the Director of the Office of Reconciliation Ministries. He has traveled to cities throughout the United States, South Africa, England, Northern and Southern Ireland, and the Philippines helping to organize and conduct racial reconciliation workshops. He currently resides in Pasadena, California.
The Arvada Peace and Justice Commission is comprised of Arvada area citizens dedicated to taking action for peace and justice. Members represent many beliefs and persuasions and maintain a single desire to serve our community.
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