Jan. 21, 2025 By Lauren Rapp Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) held a vibrant celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy at their 39th annual tribute to the civil rights leader. Attendees packed the performing arts theater, rejoicing in performances from the Fire Ensemble Community Choir, words from local political leaders, and a keynote…
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A walk to remember: MLK Day health ‘crawls’ to celebrate food, culture and community
Jan. 17, 2025 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil To honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Plant Powered Metro New York is stepping up to host four simultaneous “Health Freedom Walks” across the Big Apple on Monday. Combining history with hearty plant-based bites, these walks will mirror a restaurant crawl, leading…
Brooklyn Academy of Music to spotlight art, activism, and voting rights at MLK Day tribute Jan. 16
The Brooklyn Academy of Music will memorialize Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with weekend of events leading up to the 37th annual MLK Tribute on Monday, Jan. 16. The main event takes place on Monday when BAM staff, Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, civic leaders and community members will join together to hear a keynote… Read more »