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Honoring a dream: BAM’s annual MLK tribute brings inspiration and reflection

39th Annual Brooklyn Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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…

A walk to remember: MLK Day health ‘crawls’ to celebrate food, culture and community

martin luther king health walk

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…