TALLAHASSEE, FL (WTXL) - Here is a list of some of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day events throughout the region.
January 15 through January 18
FAMU students and alumni are encouraged to give back to their community through the service program.
46th Annual Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Sunday, January 17, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. at the Bethel A.M.E. Church
In addition to a MLK tribute, two area churches, the Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church and the Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, will be honored for their history in the community. Reverend Dr. R.B. Holmes will be speaking at the event.
4th Annual MLK "Dare to Dream" Music Festival
Monday, January 18 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Cascades Park
Several artists will be performing at the event including "The Band Be Easy" and Royce Lovett. A historical exhibit by FAMU and the John G. Riley Center will also be on display.
Monday, January 18 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Cascades Park
This year's theme is "Enhancing Connections to Create a More Cohesive Community" and will feature a panel discussion on changes the community hopes to see in Tallahassee.
Valdosta State University Candlelight Vigil
Monday, January 18 at 4 p.m.
A commemorative march will begin at the University Center Fountain at 4 p.m. and end at West Hall where the candlelight vigil will be held. Former student William Jimerson will speak at the vigil.
Tuesday, January 19 at 7 p.m. at the Ruby Diamond Concert Hall
Jelani Cobb is the Keynote Speaker for FSU's 28th Annual MLK Week. Cobb is a staff writer for The New Yorker that focuses on race, the police, and injustice. You can learn more about the event by clicking here.
