[Antiracism] PLEASE FORWARD - 2007 Dr. King Day Celebration in Northampton

[beth mattison]

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PLEASE FORWARD WIDELY


Please join us for the 2007 Celebration of the Life and Work of Rev. Dr.
Martin Luther King, Jr.!

January 15, 2007
Northampton High School (380 Elm Street)

For the past 22 years, community members from throughout the region have
gathered to celebrate the life and work of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King,
Jr.

Local youth have been instrumental in planning and implementing this year¹s
event  -- I Still Have a Dream: Youth Voices, Action and Leadership -- which
honors the youth of the Civil Rights Movement and recognizes young people
who are working for social justice in our community today.

A panel of youth speakers and artists address issues of social change,
followed by workshop choices and a musical celebration. In the evening,
Youth Leadership in the Arts (YLA) hosts a Talent Showcase at the
Northampton Center for the Arts.

The afternoon programs are best suited for ages 10 and older. The evening
program is more appropriate for ages 13 and older.

All events are Free, Accessible and Open to all.

PROGRAM DETAILS

1-5 PM Northampton High School

Community Gathering
1:00 ­ 2:45 PM  (doors open at 12:30)
Through music, dance, poetry and video, an engaging panel of youth speakers
and artists will share their perspectives on the importance of carrying on
King¹s legacy.


Workshops
3:00 ­ 4:00 PM
A choice of workshops will focus on contemporary civil rights issues for
youth ranging from empowering youth to take leadership roles in their
community to knowing your rights when stopped by law enforcement.

Musical Celebration
4:15- 5:00
An interactive musical celebration of social action past and present.

Talent Showcase
6:00 ­ 9:00
LOCATION ­ Northampton Center for the Arts (17 New South Street)
The Showcase is part of the bimonthly Youth of Color and Allies event series
hosted by Youth Leadership in the Arts (YLA) -- an opportunity for young
people to network, share experiences & talents, strategize and organize.
Food, drink and a dance party are included. Limited Open Mic spots are
available so sign up now. Contact YLA at (413) 320-3243, or
yla_event at hotmail.com. Please note: Location for this event is Northampton
Center for the Arts (17 New South Street)

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Presented by The MLK Committee of the American Friends Service Committee
(AFSC)
Free ­ Accessible ­ Open to all
(413) 584-8975  www.WesternMassAFSC.org

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