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COMMUNITY CELEBRATES THE ANNIVERSARY OF MLK’S “I HAVE A DREAM” SPEECH
Fifty-nine years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech before a crowd of some 250,000 during the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.
On Sunday, August 28, the Northwoods Unitarian Universalist Fellowship will host a community celebration commemorating that historic speech. The event, held at Torpy Park in downtown Minocqua, will begin at 11:00 a.m.
The public is encouraged to attend.
Keynote speaker for the celebration is Dr. Chris Ebert, AAUW state communications coordinator who was present at the 1963 March on Washington and will share her recollections of that famous moment. Poets, Tinker Schuman and Beth Tornes, both of Lac du Flambeau, will read their original work. Music will be provided by The Sharp Keys, a Madison based group, whose members are Ken Stewart and Heidi Coles. Vocalist is well known local singer Patty Buehler. Ted Rulseh, author and Lakeland Times columnist, will serve as Master of Ceremonies.
As an event highlight, the first annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Award will be presented to community social justice activist and Rhinelander resident, Jackie Cody, for her years of unwavering dedication to improving the lives of others.
Community Celebration
Commemorating the 59th anniversary of
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s
“I Have a Dream” speech
Sponsored by Northwoods Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
Sunday, August 28, 2022
11:00 a.m.
at Torpy Park in downtown Minocqua
All are welcome
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Award
presented to Jackie Cody
Guest speaker: Chris Ebert, AAUW state communications coordinator
MC: Cheryl Hanson
Music: The Sharp Keys (Ken Stewart and Heidi Coles)
Vocalist: Patty Buehler
Poets: Beth Tornes and Tinker Schuman