King County and its employees invites the public to join the County this Thurs., Jan. 14 for its annual celebration honoring the life Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. This year’s theme focuses on the idea that Dr. King’s greatest tool in building his “Beloved Kingdom” was the power of love.
The event will take place from 12 Noon to 1:00 p.m. at the historic Paramount Theater – 911 Pine Street in Seattle.
King County Superior Court Judge Wesley Saint Clair, the Presiding Judge of Juvenile Court, will present this celebration’s keynote address. Other speakers at the celebration will include King County Executive Dow Constantine.
The celebration will include musical performances by celebrated folk singer Naomi Wachira.
The event is a free event and the public is invited to come join King County employees in recognizing the life of America’s foremost leader for Civil Rights and commemorate his vision of an America offering opportunity for all.
For more information or to request reasonable accommodations, please contact Paula Harris-White at 206-263-2444.
