22ND ANNUAL
DR. REV. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY
CELEBRATION
Monday, January 20th, 2020 I 11AM to 2PM
Powderhorn Recreation Center - 3400 15th Ave S
Live Entertainment I Community Meal I Activities
Free Books for the first 150 Kids
Bring donations for the food drive!
PROGRAM
11:00 AM
Welcome & Community Meal
12:15 PM
91 Strong Processional
12:30 PM
Program
Twin Cities Gay Men Chorus, Gigi Bisong, Native Pride Dancers, Reading of Dr. King’s: “Remaining Awake Through a Great Revolution” By Fartun Weli and Nicoshia & Relentless Worship
2:00 PM
Event Ends
COMMUNITY MEAL
Presented By Risen Christ Catholic School
Pulled Chicken Sandwiches
Chips
Fruit
Chickpea Salad
Steak Marinated Tofu
Vegan and Gluten-Free Options Available
Thank you to Famous Dave's, J. Selby's, and
White Castle for donating!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why do I need to register?
In an effort to improve event safety PPNA is asking that you register yourself, and anyone in your party. This will help us ensure we do not exceed the building capacity and have enough food to go around at our community meal. We greatly appreciate your partnership in creating a safe and fun event. You can register here.
Is the event ADA Accessible?
Yes, the celebration is an accessible event! For any specific requests please contact us at info@ppna.org or 612.722.4817. There is handicap parking in the lot
What do event proceeds support?
Purchase a Mission Ticket here to support the advocacy work of PPNA! Read more about our resource centered platform here.
Does it cost money to attend the event?
Admittance to the celebration is free.
What about parking and public transit?
There is parking on the side streets around the park. The 5, 14 and 21 bus drop off near the event. Find details about taking public transit here.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The event goes on...rain or shine! In case of severe or dangerous weather, we may cancel...but it's highly unlikely.
#91STRONG
Get inspired for a year of action in advocacy at the Dr Rev Martin Luther King Jr Day Celebration! In honor of Dr. King's work, we're highlighting 91 organizations and groups united for equity, justice, and resources for all. The number 91 is linked to the number of years since his birth that his life and memory has helped guide and uplift community.
Ace in the City
All Are Welcome Here
All Square
AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota
Anderson Realty
Avenues for Youth
Ballinger Leafblad Inc
Birken Law Office PLLC
Black Visions Collective
Bowman and Brooke, LLP
Butter Bakery Cafe
Center for Energy and Environment
Center for Urban and Regional Affairs
City of Lakes AmeriCorps
City of Lakes Community Land Trust
Community Power
Corcoran Neighborhood Organization
Courageous heARTS
Cultural wellness center
Elliot Park Neighborhood, Inc.
First Avenue
Frostbeard Candle
Gigi's Flair Emporium'
GREATER MSP Partnership
Hamburguesas El Gordo
Herbalists for Racial Justice
HOME Line
HOURCAR
In the Heart of the Beast
Inquilinxs Unidxs Por Justicia (United Renters for Justice)
KRSM Radio
Lavender Magazine
LISC Twin Cities
Longfellow Community Council
MayDay Cafe
Minnesota Peacebuilding Leadership Institute
Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder
MN Historical Society
Modus Locus
Moon Palace Books
Mount Olive Lutheran Church
My Very Own Bed
Neighborhood Development Center
NEOO Partners Inc
Nokomis East Neighborhood Association
PCs For People
Pilsbury House + Theatre
Powderhorn Empty Bowls
Public Allies
Reclaim The Block
Restorative Justice Community Action
Risen Christ Catholic School
Sassafras Healing Arts
Semilla Center for Healing and the Arts
Seward Community Co-op
Social Enterprise Alliance - Twin Cities
Southpoint Community Acupuncture
SPIRAL Collective
Springboard for the Arts
St. Stephen's Human Services
Standish-Ericsson Neighborhood
The Aliveness Project
The Family Partnership
The Future
Third Place Gallery
Twin Cities Pride
Upstream Arts, Inc.