KINGH O L I D A Y OBSERVANCE WEEK

JANUARY 10 - 21, 2019

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10:30 A.M. – 11:30 A.M.

King Holiday Observance Press BriefingScreening Room The King Center (Open to Media/Press Only)

For more information contact: Aimedra Kelley at akelley@thekingcenter.org; 404-526-8975

Thursday, January 10, 2019

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9:30 A.M. – 5:30 P.M.

Nonviolence365® Training Screening Room The King Center

This 2-Day training provides insight into Dr. King’s ‘Pilgrimage to Nonviolence’ and his ‘World House’ perspective, as well as interactive sessions on his Six Principles of Nonviolence and Six Steps of Nonviolence. The 2-Day training engages participants in discussing introductory Dr. King readings and teachings, including ‘Letter from Birmingham Jail’ and ‘Drum Major Instinct.’ It is a critical step in understanding how nonviolence can prepare people across the globe to embrace nonviolence as a lifestyle and as a vehicle for social change. Register: https://tkc2dayjan2018.eventbrite.com

For more information contact: Kim N. Howard-Carswell at kncarswell@thekingcenter.org; 678-822-3093

Friday & Saturday, January 11 & 12, 2019

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9:30 A.M. – 1:30 P.M.

Students with King – Celebrate Difference The purpose for this youth initiative is to educate students about the national impact of Dr. King on the Civil Rights Movement and globally. They will be provided information on Dr. King’s Philosophy and Methodology of Nonviolence (NV365®). This training is designed for middle school students of various ethnicities, cultures and economic backgrounds towards improving their leadership thought process.

Featuring: Dr. Bernice A. King

For more information contact: Barbara Harrison at bharrison@thekingcenter.org; 404-526-8961 or Donald Bullock at dbullock@thekingcenter.org; 404-526-8966

Tuesday, January 15, 2019

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6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.

King Holiday Observance Kick-Off Reception & Dream Forward Awards PresentationFreedom Hall – The King Center FREE and Open to the PublicThe Kick-Off Reception serves as the opening event for the 2019 King Holiday Observance. This is an invitation to the public to join us in honoring the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as we celebrate his 90th birthday. The Dream Forward Community Service Awards will be presented to the following recipients: Environmental ResponsibilityDjuan Coleon MediaV-103 Social JusticeAmerican Friends Service Committee International AffairsConsulate-General of Japan in Atlanta Faith-based LeadershipPastor Reggie Joiner Elected OfficialsRepresentative Mable ThomasRegister today http://bit.ly/KingDream2019 For more information contact: Aimedra Kelley at akelley@thekingcenter.org; 404-526-8975

Tuesday, January 15, 2019

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9:30 A.M. – 1:30 P.M.

Students with King Yolanda D. King Theatre for the Performing Arts The King Center

Students with King gives students the opportunity to hear personal and interesting stories about the life of Dr. and Mrs. King, including the choices, decisions and experiences that shaped their development as young people and led to them becoming global leaders. Students from public, private and charter schools participate in this youth initiative that’s offered to elementary, middle and high school students throughout the school year at no cost to the students or schools.

For more information contact: Donald Bullock at dbullock@thekingcenter.org; 404-526-8966 or Barbara Harrison at bharrison@thekingcenter.org; 404-526-8961

Wednesday & Thursday, January 16 & 17, 2019

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12:00 P.M. – 1:30 P.M.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Advisory Council Georgia State Capitol – North Wing

FREE and Open to the Public

The mission of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Advisory Council reaches beyond Atlanta, Georgia and calls on people worldwide to follow in the footsteps of Dr. King, a great civil rights leader and champion for justice.

Keynote Speaker: Ms. Shirley Franklin Former Mayor, City of Atlanta

For more information contact: Rusty Haywood at Rusty.Haygood@dca,ga.gov or Barbara Harrison at bharrison@thekingcenter.org;404-526-8961

Friday, January 18, 2019

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6:00 P.M. – 9:30 P.M.

The Annual “Salute to Greatness” Awards Gala Hyatt Regency Hotel 265 Peachtree Street, NE Atlanta, GA 30303

Reception: 6:00 P.M. Dinner and Program: 7:00 P.M.Ticketed Event – Purchase tickets at http://bit.ly/SaluteMLK2019 Salute to Greatness Corporate Honoree: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

Salute to Greatness Individual Honoree:Howard Schultz Former CEO, Starbucks

Coretta Scott King A.N.G.E.L. Organizational Honoree: The Diana Award

Coretta Scott King A.N.G.E.L. Individual Honoree: D’Angelo McDade

Yolanda D. King Higher Ground Award Honoree:Dikembe Mutombo

Saturday, January 19, 2019

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6:00 P.M. – 9:30 P.M.

The Annual “Salute to Greatness” Awards Gala Christine King Farris Legacy of Service Award Honoree:Sherry Frank

Trumpet of Conscience Award Honoree:Senator John McCain

Dinner Co-Chair:Mr. Klaus Zellmer President & CEO, Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Dinner Co-Chair: Mr. Rodney Bullard Chick-fil-A Foundation

Dinner Co-ChairMs. Helen Price Smith The Coca-Cola Company

Co-Emcee: Mr. Fred BlankenshipCo-Emcee: Ms. Teresa Rodriguez

For more information contact: Letty Ashworth at lashworth@thekingcenter.org 404-526-8974

Saturday, January 19, 2019

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10:00 P.M.

Afterglow Celebration presented by Hyundai Hyatt Regency Hotel 265 Peachtree Street, NE Atlanta, GA 30303

Ticketed Event – Purchase tickets at https://one.bidpal.net/salutetogreatness2019/welcome

Join us for the Afterglow Celebration in honor of the 90th birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. featuring live music, lite bites and a cash bar.

For more information contact: Letty Ashworth at lashworth@thekingcenter.org 404-526-8974

Saturday, January 19, 2019

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2:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M.

We’ve Got Next: Turning Readers Into Leaders The King Center – Freedom Hall

FREE and Open to the Public Special Guests:Alice Faye Duncan – Author of Memphis, Martin, and the MountaintopR. Gregory Christie – Illustrator

We’ve Got Next: Turning Readers Into Leaders is designed to encourage youth, especially ages 8-12, to read in order to be inspired to lead. This interactive book event will feature book readings, interactive activities and a book drive. Our goal is to promote literacy & service but also the FUN you can have while doing both. During the event, there will be an opportunity to collect new and used books of all languages.

For more information contact: Juanita Robinson at 404-536-8904 JRobinson@thekingcenter.org; or Kennedy Mack kmack@thekingcenter.org; 404-526-8980

Sunday, January 20, 2019

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10:00 A.M.

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Annual Commemorative Service Ebenezer Baptist Church – Horizon SanctuaryFREE and Open to the Public (Limited Seating)Keynote Speaker: Mr. Bryan StevensonFounder and Executive Director of the Equal Justice Initiative Featured speakers delivering special tributes:Emma Gonzalez, activist, advocate, Marjory Stoneman Douglas High SchoolMs. Britney Packnett, Activist, Educator, Writer Rev. Jentezen Franklin, Senior Pastor, Free Chapel Worship CenterRev. Dr. Billy Kim, Former President, Baptist World AllianceSamia Nkrumah, (Daughter of Kwame Nkrumah, First President of Ghana) will bring the international greeting

Special Musical Performances:Minister BeBe Winans, Multi-Grammy Award Winning ArtistMinister Angella Christie, Gospel SaxophonistJahi Di’Allo and Daiyann Winston, Singer, Actor, Stage PerformersFar East Broadcasting Children Choir, (Korean Christian Choir)Rapper Ray Emmanuel, Youth Artist For more information contact: Barbara Harrison at (404) 526-8961 or programs@thekingcenter.org

Monday, January 21, 2019

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10:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.

Service Project – Acts of Service or KindnessDrop off items only!Address: The King Center, 449 Auburn Ave., Atlanta, GA 30312Drop-off Dates & Time: January 14 – 18, 2019 (10:00 am – 4:00 pm) and Monday, January 21st (9:00 am -2:00 pm)

The King Center will conduct a service project in partnership with Hands on Atlanta, Accenture, the Mission Continues and the Atlanta Super Bowl Host Committee on the King Center’s campus. We will be assembling and collecting “Activity Kits” for youth ages 13 – 18 who are patients of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. You can participate in three ways:

1) Make a monetary contribution ($250.00 to help create 50 Activity Kits) 2) Collect and drop-off items to be included in the Activity Kits 3) Drop-off Activity Kits already assembled.

Activity Kit Items: 1) Sudoku Books, 2) Word Search Books, 3) Mechanical Pencils, 4) Playing Cards, 5) Journals (Accepting ONLY Items Listed) For more information contact: Barbara Harrison at (404) 526-8961 or programs@thekingcenter.org

Monday, January 21, 2019

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1:45 P.M.

King Week Holiday March & Rally FREE and Open to the Public

For more information contact: Jamida Orange at (404) 939-5340 or mlkmarchcommitte@yahoo.com

Monday, January 21, 2019

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6:00 P.M.

Beloved Community Talks: Let’s Bridge The Racial Divide The Yolanda D. King Theatre For The Performing Arts The King Center FREE & Open to the Public“I am convinced that men hate each other because they don’t know each other, and they don’t know each other because they don’t communicate with each other, and they don’t communicate with each other because they are separated from each other.”

- MLK address to Cornell College 1962

In keeping with Dr. King’s assertion that people are divided because they are disconnected, The King Center launched, via the Beloved Community Talks (BCT) platform, its Let’s Bridge the Racial Divide campaign on the 2017 King Holiday Observance. The King Center will continue the campaign on the 2019 King Holiday and throughout the year. Our goal is to provide the roadmap and tools necessary for individuals and communities to have the challenging and courageous conversations to bridge the racial divide in America by addressing the pains and unrest of racism rooted in a historical context.

Monday, January 21, 2019

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6:00 P.M.

Beloved Community Talks: Let’s Bridge The Racial Divide The King Holiday Beloved Community Talks are comprised of three back-to-back conversational vignettes: Bridging the Racial Divide: A Look at the NFL – Community Engagement and Social Responsibility with Dr. Bernice A. King, CEO, The King Center; Brett Daniels, COO, Atlanta Super Bowl Host Committee (invited); and Former NFL Player Chris DraftBridging the Racial Divide: Your Influence and Your Voice with Brittany Packnett, activist, educator and writer; Attorney Jake Evans, Atlanta Young Republicans; Nick Dresselly Thomas, advocate for Hosteling International; Janelle Jones, Deputy State Director, Georgia GOP

Beyond the Racial Divide: A Journey to Reconciliation with former White Supremacist and neo-Nazi Michael Kent and probation officer Tiffany Whittier

Moderator: Actor, Terrence Jenkins (Terrence J) Seating is limited. Reserve your seat today at www.belovedcommunitytalks.org.

Monday, January 21, 2019

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Service Project – 50 Acts of Service or Kindness Campaign The King Center

We cordially invite you, your organization, corporation, company, church, mosque, temple, school or non-profit to participate in our 50 Acts of Service or Kindness Campaign. Last year, represented the 50th anniversary of Dr. King’s assassination and the founding of The King Center. There were many events held nationwide to recognize this historic occasion. In 2019, we’ll embark on a journey for the next 50 years with a commitment to move forward and with perseverance rooted in the ideals of Dr. King’s philosophy and methodology of nonviolence (NV365®).

For more information contact: Barbara Harrison at (404) 526-8911 or programs@thekingcenter.org

Monday, January 21, 2019 – Wednesday, August 28, 2019

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2:30 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.

FREE 2-hour sneak peak Introduction to Nonviolence365® Calling all organizers, educators, activists and concerned citizens. Come to this sneak preview on The King Center’s signature Nonviolence365® training.

This King Holiday event will focus exclusively on clarifying the Myths and Facts of Nonviolence as espoused by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Gain an appreciation of the Six Principles of Nonviolence and Steps of Nonviolence in daily life. Uncover how it was key to successfully impact the Civil Rights Movement and major legislation in the U.S.

In this FREE 2-Hour introductory session, learn the significance of Coretta Scott King as the architect of the King Center and advance your understanding of proven Nonviolence365® applications in managing all types of conflicts. The workshop is being held from 2:30 P.M. - 4:30 P.M. at three locations. Two are being held at Martin Luther King Jr Recreation Center And Aquatic Center, 110 Hilliard St SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

One is being held at Spelman College, 350 Spelman Ln SW, Atlanta, GA 30314 Register here:h t tps : / /www.even tb r i te .com/e / f ree - in t roduc t ion - to -nonviolence365-tickets-54643301586#tickets

Monday, January 21, 2019

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