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MLK Day Events at RCC

 

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 

Community Service Projects - Projects will include making lunches for the Embry Rucker Shelter, sorting donations for the nonprofit thrift shop The Closet, and weather permitting, removing invasive plant species, marking storm drains, and cleaning up trash.  The shuttle bus will take volunteers to and from Southgate CC for the projects there.

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10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Especially for Youth - Children will rotate through a series of activities including games, storytelling/performance, and arts and crafts. All activities will be based on the history of Dr. King and the Civil Rights Movement.

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12:30 p.m.

Community Service Awards

 

Keynote Address by Nnenna Freelon 

 

Community Lunch

 

Reception: Art by Reston Elementary Schools

Following the daytime events and community service projects, Nnenna Freelon will perform on RCC’s the CenterStage at 8:00 p.m.

Members of the South Lakes High School Chorus will join Ms. Freelon on stage for one memorable number.

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