We had to cancel the in-person gathering for 2024 due to snow and ice conditions - click below to enjoy a virtual version that includes remarks from some of the speakers.


14th Annual Yamhill County Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration Monday, January 15, 2024

This year’s celebration will highlight themes from Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech, with short video excerpts from the speech followed by 5-minute reflections led by a George Fox University student, an Newberg High School student, and a local community member.


PROGRAM SCHEDULE

5:30 PM: DOORS OPEN

6 PM: FORMAL EVENT BEGINS

An interactive program featuring videos, stories/spoken word, reflection,

discussion, and collaborative art installation.

Spanish & ASL interpreting provided


Following the presentation, stay for free food provided by G&W Smoked Caribbean Barbecue and to explore the art exhibit "A Call to Consciences: Reflecting and Embracing the work of Martin Luther King Jr." featuring artwork by Marvin Eans that includes a timeline of Dr. King’s life and work, artwork inspired by his speeches, and a community interactive mural. 


Presenters: Lisi Jones, Marake Wondwossen, Whitney Waddell, Carmen Jorgenson, Rick Muthiah

Music Led By: D’Metri Mattocks, Danielle Warner, and the George Fox University Choir 

Planning Committee: DMetri Mattocks, Rick Muthiah, Jody Jones, Rusty St. Cyr, Marake Wondwossen, Jonathan Eyasu, JeanneAnn Comiskey, Kayla McElligott

This event is made possible in part by:

View the 2022 Celebration Below

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