MLK Jr. Celebration Planned In Dunedin

DUNEDIN, FL — Join the City of Dunedin as it celebrate the works and life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Saturday, Jan. 16. The celebration is being presented by Dunedin Parks & Recreation in partnership with Dunedin Public Library and Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church.

It will include a march for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. starting at 9:30 a.m. at the MLK Jr. Recreation Center, 550 Laura Lane and ends at Weaver Park, 1258 Bayshore Blvd.

There will be entertainment and a ceremony immediately following, until about 12:30 p.m. at Weaver Park. There will be entertainment, readings of the winning student essays about diversity and a guest speaker celebrating the work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. A bagged breakfast will be provided for all attendees.

Please note face masks/coverings and social distancing guidelines are recommended.

The event is free to attend. For more information, call the MLK Jr. Recreation Center at 727-738-2920.

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