DANVILLE, ILL. (WAND)- The Danville MLK Committee will host a special event for the 2025 MLK Celebration: “Empowering your Dreams.”
The celebration will begin with a parade on Monday, January 20, 2025.
The line-up for the parade will begin at 10:00 a.m. at the corner of Main and Logan Streets, and the procession will start at 10:30 a.m.
The celebration event will also include a community-wide service at St. James United Methodist Church at 11:30 a.m.
Senior pastor at New Zion Tabernacle of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Reverend Dr. Crystal Thomas, will serve as the speaker for the service.
The event will also feature a presentation of the $6000.00 MLK Scholarship to a Danville graduating high school senior. In addition, an ensemble of singers, under the direction of MLK Music Director Brett Dupree, will perform at the service.
For additional information, contact the Human Relations Department at 217-431-2280.
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The Danville MLK Committee is excited to announce that we will be hosting the 2025 MLK Celebration with the theme “Empowering your Dreams.” This event will honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and celebrate the progress we have made towards equality and justice.
The celebration will feature inspirational speakers, performances, and workshops focused on empowering individuals to pursue their dreams and make a positive impact in their communities. We will also have a community service project to give back and support those in need.
We invite the entire community to join us in honoring Dr. King’s vision and continuing his work towards a more just and inclusive society. Stay tuned for more details on the event and how you can get involved. Let’s come together to empower our dreams and create a brighter future for all. #MLKCelebration #EmpowerYourDreams #CommunityUnity.
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