‘Selma’ film showing, music and volunteerism among MLK events

Published 1:30 am Sunday, January 20, 2019

Monday is the federal holiday honoring the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., born 90 years ago this month. The civil rights leader’s legacy will be commemorated locally with words, music, film and volunteerism.

The city of Marysville will recognize the holiday with a screening of the movie “Selma,” which chronicles the 1965 voting rights marches from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama.

The program at the Marysville Opera House begins at 5 p.m. Monday (doors open 4:30 p.m.). Keynote speaker JJ Frank, executive director of the Marysville Family YMCA, will talk about King’s influence on history and lead a discussion after the film. Refreshments available; $5 suggested donation. The Marysville Opera House is at 1225 Third St.

These events are also scheduled:

Sunday: The 35th Annual Reverend Dr. MLK Jr. Greater Everett Community Celebration, organized by the Snohomish County Black Heritage Committee, scheduled for 3-5 p.m. Sunday at Bethany Christian Assembly, 2715 Everett Ave., Everett.

King County Councilman Larry Gossett is the keynote speaker. Gossett was among the founders of the Black Student Union at the University of Washington. Elected to the King County Council in 1993, he spearheaded the campaign to change King County’s logo from a crown to a likeness of King. It was adopted by the council in 2007.

Event includes music by the Everett MLK Celebration Choir, Terrance Kinlow, Paul Stoot Jr., Theresa Gooden, saxophonist Jacqueine M. Cobbs, Jazz Digga and Willie Will. The Rev. Brian Harpell, former pastor of Everett’s First Baptist Church, will speak on the theme of “Maintaining Unity, It’s Right and It’s Good.”

Sunday: The 14th annual Whidbey MLK event, “Blessed Are the Peacemakers,” is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. Sunday at St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church, 5217 Honeymoon Bay Road, Freeland. Organized by the St. Augustine’s Episcopal Peace Fellowship, the event includes interactive readings on racism and slavery. The theme is “The Beloved Community: The Fierce Urgency of Now.” The Rev. Carla Robinson will speak on the topic of “Emerging Beloved Community.” Karl Olsen, music minister at Trinity Lutheran Church on Whidbey, will lead the singing.

Monday: For the MLK National Day of Service, the public is invited to volunteer 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Lynnwood Senior Center, 19000 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Tasks include resurfacing the Mesika Trail, removing invasive plants, cleaning vehicles, and creating posters for an elementary school. Sign up at: www.eventbrite.com/e/mlk-day-of-service-tickets-30860275916

Monday: Join EdCC’s Center for Service Learning for a day of volunteering 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday at Gold Park, 6421 200th St. SW, Lynnwood. Light lunch and refreshments provided.

Monday: “Our Beloved Community” (morning program), 10 a.m.-noon Monday, free tribute to King in song, spoken word and dance. Family-friendly program features the Northside Step Team, Kaleidoscope Dance Company, Youth Voices, 2018 EdCC oratory contest winner, and UMC Joyful Noises Choir. Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 Fourth Ave. N., Edmonds.

Monday: A Tribute to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (evening program), 7:30 p.m. Monday. Featuring Gloria Burgess, CEO and president Jazz International; the Sound of the Northwest Choir, directed by Juan Huey-Ray; Barclay Shelton Dance Centre; Price Arts Dance; Josephine Howell & Band; presentation of Beloved Community Award. Admission $10, students $5, or $12 day of program, Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 Fourth Ave., N. Edmonds. Tickets: 425-275-9595 or www.ec4arts.org.

Tuesday: Everett Community College Student Programs Board presents “MLK Day: Words of Freedom,” an interactive workshop exploring privilege and featuring poet Porsha O. 2:45-3:45 p.m. Tuesday, Henry M. Jackson Conference Center, room 106, EvCC campus, 2000 Tower St., Everett.

Thursday: 9-11 a.m., Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy of Action, Advocacy 101 trainings, United Way of Snohomish County, 3120 McDougall Ave., Everett. Also offered 4-6 p.m. Feb. 21. Free, registration required. Sign up at: http://getconnected.uwsc.org/event/ or contact Lark Kesterke at lark.kesterke@uwsc.org.