How to resolve AdBlock issue? SARATOGA SPRINGS — MLK Saratoga’s Annual Dr. King Celebration Weekend, to celebrate and reflect on the work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., features a series of events from Friday, Jan. 12 through Monday, Jan. 15.
Friday, Jan. 12
Dr. King Challenge - 5:30 p.m. at Holiday Inn, 232 Broadway. Hosted by MLK Saratoga and curated by the Capital Region’s DJ Hollyw8d, featuring several performing artists. Reception, food, cash bar, fun art projects for kids, face painting, Photo Booth, dancing. Family Friendly.
Saturday, Jan. 13
Sing A Song Of Gladness - 11 a.m.–Noon at Unitarian Universalist House 624 N. Broadway. A sing-along for all ages; join folksinger Dan Berggren, the Division Street School Song Writers Club, and the Rev. Joe Cleveland from the Unitarian Congregation for a sing-along of songs about love, peace, justice and community.
Yaddo Presents: Vision Portraits, with Filmmaker Rodney Evans - 5-7:30 p.m. Nancy DiCresce Room, The Pines, Saratoga Performing Arts Center. Yaddo presents a celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy with a film screening of Vision Portraits by Yaddo artist and filmmaker Rodney Evans. The event offers audience members an opportunity to shift their perspective by participating in a film experience with augmented glasses and open-audio description. Reservations Required. Enter SPAC Through The Hall of Springs Gate.
Beloved Community Party - 7-11 p.m. at Frederick Allen Lodge, 69 Beekman St. Join friends and neighbors for a rocking and joyful night of community and dancing. Food, cash bar, and live music from Out of the Box.
Sunday, Jan. 14
Introduction To Restorative Practices for Youth and Adults - 1-3:30 p.m. at Dutcher Room, Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. An interactive program to learn about and experience restorative practices - what they are, how they are used, and local efforts to integrate restorative values and practices in our community. Panel discussion, interactive exhibits with adults and youth who use restorative practices in various settings, community building games, talking circles and snacks. Youth and adults are encouraged to attend and participate.
Monday, Jan. 15
MLK Day Of Service - 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St.
All events are free & open to the public. For more details and information, go to: www.mlksaratoga.org/2024-dr-king-celebration-weekend.
