MLK Dayton Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration
When: A memorial march is set for 10 a.m.-noon Jan. 20. A celebration banquet will be begin at 6 p.m.
Location: The memorial march is at 1323 W. Third St., Dayton. The banquet is at the Dayton Arcade at 35 W. Fourth St.
More info: MLK Dayton is an organization created to “inspire citizens to act on the vision of social justice created by the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.” During the MLK Memorial March, attendees will walk from 1323 W. Third St. to Sinclair Community College Building 12. The evening’s banquet will feature a speech from Dr. Rodney Wallace Kennedy.
Wittenberg University Martin Luther King Jr. Convocation
When: 10-11 a.m. Jan. 20
Location: Weaver Chapel: 4 E. Campus Drive, Springfield
More info: As a part of the free “Wittenberg Series” of speakers, the Springfield college will host best-selling author and activist Nic Stone for a Martin Luther King Jr. Day presentation entitled “Legacy of a leader.” Stone is the author of books such as “Dear Martin,” “Fast Pitch” and “Jackpot.” This event is open to the public.
Ohio University MLK Jr. Silent March and Celebratory Brunch
When: A silent march begins at 9:30 a.m. Jan. 20. Brunch is 10-11:30 a.m.
Location: The march begins aa 64 University Terrace, Athens. Brunch will be at 1 Park Place, Athens
More info: The silent march will be led by the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity. Later in the morning, the celebratory brunch will have a keynote speech from Dr. Terrance L. Frazier.
Huber Heights sixth annual MLK Unity Program
When: 9:30 a.m.-noon Jan. 20
Location: Wayne High School, 5400 Chambersburg Road, Huber Heights
More info: This year, Huber Height’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration has the theme “Huber 365: Protecting our Freedom, Justice and Democracy.” This event will offer several activities, including “Meet a Neighbor,” which will be interactive. This event will also feature several speakers, presentations and a first-come-first-serve complimentary breakfast.
MLK Day Student Celebration: ‘The Six Triple Eight’ free screening at The Neon
When: 11 a.m. Jan. 20. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Seating is first-come, first-serve.
Location: The Neon, 130 E. Fifth St., Dayton
More info: Directed by Tyler Perry, “The Six Triple Eight” tells the inspiring, powerful story of World War II’s first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of color led by Daytonian Charity Adams Earley. Based on Kevin M. Hymel’s article “Fighting a Two-Front War” featured in WWII History Magazine, the film stars Kerry Washington as Adams, who at age 26 supervised the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion. Adams served as the highest-ranking Black woman officer during World War II. This event is particularly targeted at young people and will include a discussion following the screening.
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