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SUMMARY:MLK March\, Rally\, and Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Community March celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy while uplifting diversity and multi-culturalism in our city. All businesses\, non-profit organizations and individuals are invited to march and celebrate Dr. King’s legacy. \nThe MLK Community March kicks off on Monday\, January 19\, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. on the south steps of the State Capitol for a rally. \nAt the conclusion of the program we will march to Huston-Tillotson University for the MLK Festival. \nOnce the MLK March arrives at Huston-Tillotson University\, the celebration will continue with the MLK Community Festival. \nThe family friendly festival will include all types of vendors and local musical artists to make this year’s celebration the best ever! Come prepared to have a great time. \nThe festival will be from 11am-3pm at Huston-Tillotson University at 900 Chicon St\, Austin\, TX 78702. \nThis year\, we are asking marchers to help by donating can goods or non-perishable food items\, which will be donated to the Central Texas Food Bank. Help to give to those in need by helping the Central Texas Food Bank fill their shelves with non-perishable food items. “True compassion is more than flinging a coin to a beggar; it is not haphazard and superficial. It comes to see that an edifice which produces beggars needs restructuring.” — Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. \nReceptacles will be available at both the Capitol and the festival at Huston-Tillotson University.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/mlk-march-rally-and-festival/
LOCATION:Huston-Tillotson University\, 900 Chicon Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism/Protest,Family-Friendly,Party With a Purpose
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SUMMARY:MLK March\, Festival\, and Food Drive: Rescheduled
DESCRIPTION:*Please note – because of the weather\, the march was cancelled on January 20th. The festival was rescheduled for February 1st from 11am to 4pm*  \n——————— \nThe Annual Community March celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy while uplifting diversity and multi-culturalism in our city. All businesses\, non-profit organizations and individuals are invited to march and celebrate Dr. King’s legacy. \nThe MLK Community March kicks off on Monday\, January 20\, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. on the south steps of the State Capitol for a rally. \nAt the conclusion of the program we will march to Huston-Tillotson University for the MLK Festival \nMLK COMMUNITY FESTIVAL @ HUSTON-TILLOTSON UNIVERSITY IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWS THE MARCH \nThe family friendly festival (11am to 4pm) will include all types of vendors and local musical artists to make this year’s celebration the best ever! A vendor application can be downloaded for those interested in purchasing booth space. For questions and information\, please contact Carol Wright by email at carol_wright@att.net. \nSUPPORT THE CENTRAL TEXAS FOOD BANK (FESTIVAL ONLY) \nThis year\, we are asking marchers to help by donating can goods or non-perishable food items\, which will be donated to the Central Texas Food Bank. Help to give to those in need by helping the Central Texas Food Bank fill their shelves with non-perishable food items. “True compassion is more than flinging a coin to a beggar; it is not haphazard and superficial. It comes to see that an edifice which produces beggars needs restructuring.” — Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. \nReceptacles will be available at the festival at Huston-Tillotson University. \nPlease follow these guidelines when considering what to donate: \n\nHealthy\, non-perishable foods\nItems with intact\, un-opened\, consumer or commercial packaging\nItems with non-breakable packaging (no glass\, please)\nFood within the expiration date on the packaging\nFood from your community or backyard garden\nCanned meats like tuna\, stew\, and chili (pop-tops preferred)\nCanned Vegetables\nPasta and pasta sauce\nBeans\nHealthy cereals\nPeanut butter
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/mlk-march-festival-and-food-drive/
LOCATION:Huston-Tillotson University\, 900 Chicon Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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SUMMARY:2024 MLK Community March
DESCRIPTION:*Please note that because of the freezing weather\, Monday’s march will be shortened. It will still start at the Martin Luther King Jr. statue\, but it will end at the Texas Capitol. The festival at Huston-Tillotson will also be postponed until January 27th.*\n\n  \nDate/Time: Monday\, January 15\, 2024 at 9am\nMarch Start/End Location: Martin Luther King\, Jr. statue at the University of Texas at Austin proceeding to south steps of the Texas State Capitol\nEvent Website: mlkcelebration.com\n  \nJoin the Austin Area Heritage Council and the City of Austin at the annual Martin Luther King\, Jr. Community March and Festival on Monday\, January 15. The event celebrates the legacy of Dr. King while showcasing the culture and diversity of Austin.\n  \nCommunity March Details \nThe event starts at 9 a.m. with a short program at the Martin Luther King\, Jr. statue on the University of Texas campus. Afterwards\, the march begins south through the UT campus and along San Jacinto Boulevard until stopping at the south steps of the Texas State Capitol off West 11th Street for a rally.\nThe march is open to anyone wishing to participate and a map of the march route is available for further details.\n  \nCommunity Festival Details \nDue to inclement weather\, the MLK Community Festival has been rescheduled for Saturday\, January 27th; it will include all types of vendors and local musical artists to make this year’s celebration the best ever!\n  \nGetting To and From the Event \nThe MLK Community March and Festival takes place at multiple locations\, so consider using Cap Metro\, Austin B-cyle or a rideshare if you don’t anticipate being in the same area all day. Free parking is available for the event at the following locations:\n\nState Visitors Garage (12th & San Jacinto Street)\nKealing Middle School (1607 Pennsylvania Avenue)\nHoly Cross Catholic Church (1610 East 11th Street)\nBlackshear Elementary (1712 East 11th Street)\nOur Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church (1206 East 9th Street)\nMt. Olive Baptist Church (1800 East 11th Street)\n\n  \n 
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LOCATION:University of Texas\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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SUMMARY:MLK Community March\, Festival\, & Food Drive
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Community March celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy while uplifting diversity and multi-culturalism in our city. All businesses\, non-profit organizations and individuals are invited to march and celebrate Dr. King’s legacy.\n \nThe MLK Community March kicks off on Monday\, January 16\, 2023 at 9 a.m.with a short program at the MLK Statue on the University of Texas campus.\n \nAt the conclusion of the program at the MLK Statue\, we will march to the south steps of the Capitol for a rally.\n \nAfter the Capitol program\, the march will proceed to the historic Huston-Tillotson University\, where exciting activities are planned.\n \nMLK Community Festival \nThe MLK Community Festival kicks off at 11:15am and will last until 3:30 p.m.; it will include all types of vendors and local musical artists to make this year’s celebration the best ever! A vendor application can be downloaded for those interested in purchasing booth space. For questions and information\, please contact Carol Wright by email at carol_wright@att.net.\n \nSupport the Central Texas Food Bank \nThis year\, we are asking marchers to help by donating can goods or non-perishable food items\, which will be donated to the Central Texas Food Bank. Help to give to those in need by helping the Central Texas Food Bank fill their shelves with non-perishable food items. “True compassion is more than flinging a coin to a beggar; it is not haphazard and superficial. It comes to see that an edifice which produces beggars needs restructuring.” — Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr.\n \nDonation receptacles will be available at The University of Texas and the Capitol\, while the march is in those locations. Receptacles will also be available at the festival at Huston-Tillotson University.\n \nPlease follow these guidelines when considering what to donate: \n\nHealthy\, non-perishable foods\nItems with intact\, un-opened\, consumer or commercial packaging\nItems with non-breakable packaging (no glass\, please)\nFood within the expiration date on the packaging\nFood from your community or backyard garden\nCanned meats like tuna\, stew\, and chili (pop-tops preferred)\nCanned Vegetables\nPasta and pasta sauce\nBeans\nHealthy cereals\nPeanut butter
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/mlk-community-march-festival-food-drive/
LOCATION:Huston-Tillotson University\, 900 Chicon Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism/Protest,Party With a Purpose,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:Virtual MLK Rally
DESCRIPTION:Due to concerns around the rising numbers of COVID-19 cases in the Austin-area\, the 2022 MLK Festival has been canceled.\n  \n\nInstead\, we will hold a virtual MLK Rally program on January 17th.Join us virtually as we celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King\, Jr.\nWe are inspired to renew our commitment to recognizing and appreciating diversity while building bridges to unify and empower us all. Hear music from Blue Vinyl Crates\, Motivational Speakers\, and words from community leaders.\n\n  \nWe’d hoped to proceed with an in-person festival\, but the health and safety of our community is of the utmost importance. Please note that while the festival is canceled\, our other activities\, such as the Oratory contest and Youth Legacy Awards\, will proceed virtually.\n  \nSUPPORT THE CENTRAL TEXAS FOOD BANK \nAlthough our virtual-only event won’t be able to offer an opportunity for you to bring in-person food donations\, we can all still support the Central Texas Food Bank by volunteering with them or donating to them directly.
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LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:Austin MLK Day Livestream & In-Car Rally
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to participate in the Austin Area MLK Day Livestream and In-Car Rally on Monday\, January 18th at 10:30am. \nWe will broadcast live from our In-Car Rally via both Facebook and YouTube. Onsite attendance will be extremely limited due to Stage 5 COVID-19 Restrictions. Advance Registration of Vehicles required. \nShare Your Photos on Social Media #AustinMLKDay\nAlthough we cannot gather at the festival this year\, we can all still share HOW we are recognizing and experiencing the day. Be sure to use the #AustinMLKDay hash tag and tag our Social Media Properties on your posts throughout the celebration. \nThe current pandemic we are currently facing in the US is causing us to look differently at how we interact with family and friends and our communities. \nHowever\, the pandemic will not stop us from honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King’s and recommitting ourselves to advance the cause he died pursuing: social justice and racial reconciliation. \nLimited In-Car Parking Lot Rally\nIn compliance with City and County Stage 5 COVID-19 Restrictions\, our In-car Rally will be limited to 50-60 vehicles. Everyone MUST stay in their cars\, and there will be no restrooms available. The program is expected to last about 30 minutes. \nYou must RSVP in Advance. No additional cars will be admitted on-site.
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SUMMARY:Austin MLK March and Festival
DESCRIPTION:From the Austin Area Heritage Council –\nThe 2019 MLK Celebration ends with the 26th Annual MLK Community March\, Rally and Cultural Festival to commemorate the national MLK Day Holiday and celebrate Dr. King’s legacy while uplifting diversity and multi-culturalism in our city. \nThe program will begin at 9am on Monday\, January 21\, 2019 at the University of Texas\, near 21st and Speedway at the MLK Statue where the March will continue on to the historic Huston-Tillotson University\, where exciting activities are planned to celebrate in unity until 3pm. Featuring live music by Austin’s most talented artists. An event to be remembered!!!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-mlk-march-and-festival/
LOCATION:Huston-Tillotson University\, 900 Chicon Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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