Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

The third Monday of January is a U.S. federal holiday that commemorates the birthday (Jan. 15) of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  This day also celebrates Dr. King’s great life and worthwhile achievements. King was an influential American civil rights leader during the tumultuous sixties, an era of racial tension and social unrest.  He is renown for his campaigns to end racial segregation on public transportation and for racial equality in the United States.

I HAVE A DREAM MOBILES

MLK MAKE & TAKE

Monday, January 8th to Friday, January 12th

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Reserve Library

In honor of MLK Day, children of all ages will make “I Have a Dream Mobiles” from clothes hangers and card stock. Please stop by any time during the week to make this creation. For more information, call Tamara Chauvin, 985-536-4107.

OPEN MIC EXPRESSION

Tuesday, January 9th

6p.m. to 7 p.m.

Central Library

The Central Library is inviting tweens and teens to express their feelings about his dream and what it means to them. No topics are off limits! For more information, call Carly Maurin, 985-652-6857.

SIMPLY PAINT

Thursday, January 11th

4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Garyville Library

The Garyville Branch is inviting children, ages 6 and up, to paint an image relating to Dr. King’s special day.  Pre-registration is required for this program.  Join them to learn more about the history of this amazing human being. For more information, call Elmira Duhe, branch supervisor, 985-535-6868.