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MLK Community Celebration
January 20
MLK Community Celebration
An annual event in partnership with the City of St. Cloud
Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy
The annual MLK Community Celebration includes activities over multiple days that offer several ways to get involved and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This event is an opportunity for the Central Minnesota community to come together, engage in conversation and share time together while honoring Dr. King’s dream.
The 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration
Our Beloved Community – Empowering the Dream
January 18-25, 2025
Saturday, January 18 | 1-4 p.m.
MLK Family Day Celebration
Family-oriented festivities at St. Cloud State University, Atwood Memorial Center.
Activities include:
- Planetarium showing of “Mysteries of Your Brain” and a Tour the Current Night Sky. “Mysteries of Your Brain” is an immersive animated journey into the human brain. Journey along with a curious girl and her crow tour guide as you learn how your brain makes you, well, you! In the interactive “Tour of the Current Night Sky” portion of the show, you won’t need any fancy viewing equipment as you learn about some of the things we can currently see beyond our planet, including constellations, planets, and other cool objects. *once the show starts and the lights go out, we can’t open the door. Registration required.
- SCSU History faculty and students will give brief presentations on Martin Luther King’s 1960s activism. History students will lead short walks between the Atwood Memorial Center and the Planetarium featuring three stops to consider episodes in Dr. Kings life and influence on the Civil Right Movements. At each of three locations, students/faculty will make brief comments on King’s actions in Selma, Birmingham, and Chicago to further explore the multifaceted elements of his work and what he and many others set in motion for our nation.
- Play Super Smash Brothers Ultimate and Mario Kart in our Esports Arena.
- Bowling in the Underground, Atwood Memorial Center.
- Great River Children’s Museum – DinoBlocks activity.
- United Way of Central MN – Imagination Library.
- Face painting, kids activities, plus much more!
*Register via the link above.
St. Cloud State University will actively work with members of the public to provide feasible options for accessibility to campus events. If you require accommodation to attend this event, complete the Request for Access form or call (320) 308-3166.
Sunday, January 19 | 4-6 p.m.
MLK Spirit Day
MLK Spirit Day is a praise and worship celebration. This is a Christian focused event that speaks to the Christian side of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King. Across denominations, the goal is to bring faith communities together to honor and celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King.
Salem Lutheran Church, 90 Riverside Dr SE, St. Cloud, MN 56304
Monday, January 20 | 8-10:30 a.m.
MLK Community Celebration
The signature MLK Community Celebration will commence at 8 a.m. at the River’s Edge Convention Center. A community conversation will kick off the event, along with the announcement of the 2025 MLK Celebration Humanitarian Award, Dexter R. Stanton Essay and Visual Art Contest winners, and keynote address by Dr. Evelyn Hill.
Breakfast Keynote Speaker: Dr. Evelyn Hill
Dr. Evelyn Hill was elected as Commissioner of the fourth district of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County in November 2023. She has served on the Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education from July of 2009 through January of 2018. During her tenure on the Board of Education, she was the President from July 2014 through July 2018. She values education and believes every child has the right to receive a quality education. She embraces the fact that we are lifetime learners.
River’s Edge Convention Center in downtown St. Cloud, Parking and Directions. Doors open at 7:30 a.m.
*Register via the link above.
For accommodations at the River’s Edge Convention Center, view their Building Amenities website.
Wednesday, January 22 | 7 p.m.
MLK Night at the Paramount
Noah Sonie, Magician and Mentalist Performance – Modern mentalism and magic with an interactive twist. Witness feats that defy logic as Noah seamlessly blends telepathy and psychological intuition, creating moments of both wonder and amusement. Prepare to have your thoughts read, your predictions anticipated, and your reality challenged in a way you never thought possible.
Reserve your tickets for this free performance.
Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 West St. Germain Street, St. Cloud, MN 56301
Saturday, January 25 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Empowering our Beloved Community – Financial Empowerment class
Take control of your financial future with this engaging and practical class on personal finance. Designed for individuals looking to build a strong financial foundation, this class will equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to: master the basics of budgeting, understand the importance of building credit, learn about what goes into a credit score, and more!
Register here for this free class (limited to first 40 individuals to sign up)
Stearns Bank – St Cloud Financial Center, 2nd floor conference room, 4140 Thielman Ln, St. Cloud
Saturday, January 25 | 3:30 p.m.
SCSU Men’s Basketball – I Have a Dream Game
Come cheer on your St. Cloud State Huskies at the “I Have a Dream Game” honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr as they take on Southwest Minnesota State
Free admission with donation of non-perishable food item
SCSU Halenbeck Hall, Parking Information
Related Events
MLK Community Celebration
An annual event in partnership with the City of St. Cloud
Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy
The annual MLK Community Celebration includes activities over multiple days that offer several ways to get involved and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This event is an opportunity for the Central Minnesota community to come together, engage in conversation and share time together while honoring Dr. King’s dream.
The 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration
Our Beloved Community – Empowering the Dream
January 18-25, 2025
Saturday, January 18 | 1-4 p.m.
MLK Family Day Celebration
Family-oriented festivities at St. Cloud State University, Atwood Memorial Center.
Activities include:
- Planetarium showing of “Mysteries of Your Brain” and a Tour the Current Night Sky. “Mysteries of Your Brain” is an immersive animated journey into the human brain. Journey along with a curious girl and her crow tour guide as you learn how your brain makes you, well, you! In the interactive “Tour of the Current Night Sky” portion of the show, you won’t need any fancy viewing equipment as you learn about some of the things we can currently see beyond our planet, including constellations, planets, and other cool objects. *once the show starts and the lights go out, we can’t open the door. Registration required.
- SCSU History faculty and students will give brief presentations on Martin Luther King’s 1960s activism. History students will lead short walks between the Atwood Memorial Center and the Planetarium featuring three stops to consider episodes in Dr. Kings life and influence on the Civil Right Movements. At each of three locations, students/faculty will make brief comments on King’s actions in Selma, Birmingham, and Chicago to further explore the multifaceted elements of his work and what he and many others set in motion for our nation.
- Play Super Smash Brothers Ultimate and Mario Kart in our Esports Arena.
- Bowling in the Underground, Atwood Memorial Center.
- Great River Children’s Museum – DinoBlocks activity.
- United Way of Central MN – Imagination Library.
- Face painting, kids activities, plus much more!
*Register via the link above.
St. Cloud State University will actively work with members of the public to provide feasible options for accessibility to campus events. If you require accommodation to attend this event, complete the Request for Access form or call (320) 308-3166.
Sunday, January 19 | 4-6 p.m.
MLK Spirit Day
MLK Spirit Day is a praise and worship celebration. This is a Christian focused event that speaks to the Christian side of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King. Across denominations, the goal is to bring faith communities together to honor and celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King.
Salem Lutheran Church, 90 Riverside Dr SE, St. Cloud, MN 56304
Monday, January 20 | 8-10:30 a.m.
MLK Community Celebration
The signature MLK Community Celebration will commence at 8 a.m. at the River’s Edge Convention Center. A community conversation will kick off the event, along with the announcement of the 2025 MLK Celebration Humanitarian Award, Dexter R. Stanton Essay and Visual Art Contest winners, and keynote address by Dr. Evelyn Hill.
Breakfast Keynote Speaker: Dr. Evelyn Hill
Dr. Evelyn Hill was elected as Commissioner of the fourth district of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County in November 2023. She has served on the Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education from July of 2009 through January of 2018. During her tenure on the Board of Education, she was the President from July 2014 through July 2018. She values education and believes every child has the right to receive a quality education. She embraces the fact that we are lifetime learners.
River’s Edge Convention Center in downtown St. Cloud, Parking and Directions. Doors open at 7:30 a.m.
*Register via the link above.
For accommodations at the River’s Edge Convention Center, view their Building Amenities website.
Wednesday, January 22 | 7 p.m.
MLK Night at the Paramount
Noah Sonie, Magician and Mentalist Performance – Modern mentalism and magic with an interactive twist. Witness feats that defy logic as Noah seamlessly blends telepathy and psychological intuition, creating moments of both wonder and amusement. Prepare to have your thoughts read, your predictions anticipated, and your reality challenged in a way you never thought possible.
Reserve your tickets for this free performance.
Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 West St. Germain Street, St. Cloud, MN 56301
Saturday, January 25 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Empowering our Beloved Community – Financial Empowerment class
Take control of your financial future with this engaging and practical class on personal finance. Designed for individuals looking to build a strong financial foundation, this class will equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to: master the basics of budgeting, understand the importance of building credit, learn about what goes into a credit score, and more!
Register here for this free class (limited to first 40 individuals to sign up)
Stearns Bank – St Cloud Financial Center, 2nd floor conference room, 4140 Thielman Ln, St. Cloud
Saturday, January 25 | 3:30 p.m.
SCSU Men’s Basketball – I Have a Dream Game
Come cheer on your St. Cloud State Huskies at the “I Have a Dream Game” honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr as they take on Southwest Minnesota State
Free admission with donation of non-perishable food item
SCSU Halenbeck Hall, Parking Information
Related Events
MLK Community Celebration
An annual event in partnership with the City of St. Cloud
Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy
The annual MLK Community Celebration includes activities over multiple days that offer several ways to get involved and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This event is an opportunity for the Central Minnesota community to come together, engage in conversation and share time together while honoring Dr. King’s dream.
The 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration
Our Beloved Community – Empowering the Dream
January 18-25, 2025
Saturday, January 18 | 1-4 p.m.
MLK Family Day Celebration
Family-oriented festivities at St. Cloud State University, Atwood Memorial Center.
Activities include:
- Planetarium showing of “Mysteries of Your Brain” and a Tour the Current Night Sky. “Mysteries of Your Brain” is an immersive animated journey into the human brain. Journey along with a curious girl and her crow tour guide as you learn how your brain makes you, well, you! In the interactive “Tour of the Current Night Sky” portion of the show, you won’t need any fancy viewing equipment as you learn about some of the things we can currently see beyond our planet, including constellations, planets, and other cool objects. *once the show starts and the lights go out, we can’t open the door. Registration required.
- SCSU History faculty and students will give brief presentations on Martin Luther King’s 1960s activism. History students will lead short walks between the Atwood Memorial Center and the Planetarium featuring three stops to consider episodes in Dr. Kings life and influence on the Civil Right Movements. At each of three locations, students/faculty will make brief comments on King’s actions in Selma, Birmingham, and Chicago to further explore the multifaceted elements of his work and what he and many others set in motion for our nation.
- Play Super Smash Brothers Ultimate and Mario Kart in our Esports Arena.
- Bowling in the Underground, Atwood Memorial Center.
- Great River Children’s Museum – DinoBlocks activity.
- United Way of Central MN – Imagination Library.
- Face painting, kids activities, plus much more!
*Register via the link above.
St. Cloud State University will actively work with members of the public to provide feasible options for accessibility to campus events. If you require accommodation to attend this event, complete the Request for Access form or call (320) 308-3166.
Sunday, January 19 | 4-6 p.m.
MLK Spirit Day
MLK Spirit Day is a praise and worship celebration. This is a Christian focused event that speaks to the Christian side of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King. Across denominations, the goal is to bring faith communities together to honor and celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King.
Salem Lutheran Church, 90 Riverside Dr SE, St. Cloud, MN 56304
Monday, January 20 | 8-10:30 a.m.
MLK Community Celebration
The signature MLK Community Celebration will commence at 8 a.m. at the River’s Edge Convention Center. A community conversation will kick off the event, along with the announcement of the 2025 MLK Celebration Humanitarian Award, Dexter R. Stanton Essay and Visual Art Contest winners, and keynote address by Dr. Evelyn Hill.
Breakfast Keynote Speaker: Dr. Evelyn Hill
Dr. Evelyn Hill was elected as Commissioner of the fourth district of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County in November 2023. She has served on the Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education from July of 2009 through January of 2018. During her tenure on the Board of Education, she was the President from July 2014 through July 2018. She values education and believes every child has the right to receive a quality education. She embraces the fact that we are lifetime learners.
River’s Edge Convention Center in downtown St. Cloud, Parking and Directions. Doors open at 7:30 a.m.
*Register via the link above.
For accommodations at the River’s Edge Convention Center, view their Building Amenities website.
Wednesday, January 22 | 7 p.m.
MLK Night at the Paramount
Noah Sonie, Magician and Mentalist Performance – Modern mentalism and magic with an interactive twist. Witness feats that defy logic as Noah seamlessly blends telepathy and psychological intuition, creating moments of both wonder and amusement. Prepare to have your thoughts read, your predictions anticipated, and your reality challenged in a way you never thought possible.
Reserve your tickets for this free performance.
Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 West St. Germain Street, St. Cloud, MN 56301
Saturday, January 25 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Empowering our Beloved Community – Financial Empowerment class
Take control of your financial future with this engaging and practical class on personal finance. Designed for individuals looking to build a strong financial foundation, this class will equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to: master the basics of budgeting, understand the importance of building credit, learn about what goes into a credit score, and more!
Register here for this free class (limited to first 40 individuals to sign up)
Stearns Bank – St Cloud Financial Center, 2nd floor conference room, 4140 Thielman Ln, St. Cloud
Saturday, January 25 | 3:30 p.m.
SCSU Men’s Basketball – I Have a Dream Game
Come cheer on your St. Cloud State Huskies at the “I Have a Dream Game” honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr as they take on Southwest Minnesota State
Free admission with donation of non-perishable food item
SCSU Halenbeck Hall, Parking Information
Related Events
MLK Community Celebration
An annual event in partnership with the City of St. Cloud
Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy
The annual MLK Community Celebration includes activities over multiple days that offer several ways to get involved and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This event is an opportunity for the Central Minnesota community to come together, engage in conversation and share time together while honoring Dr. King’s dream.
The 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration
Our Beloved Community – Empowering the Dream
January 18-25, 2025
Saturday, January 18 | 1-4 p.m.
MLK Family Day Celebration
Family-oriented festivities at St. Cloud State University, Atwood Memorial Center.
Activities include:
- Planetarium showing of “Mysteries of Your Brain” and a Tour the Current Night Sky. “Mysteries of Your Brain” is an immersive animated journey into the human brain. Journey along with a curious girl and her crow tour guide as you learn how your brain makes you, well, you! In the interactive “Tour of the Current Night Sky” portion of the show, you won’t need any fancy viewing equipment as you learn about some of the things we can currently see beyond our planet, including constellations, planets, and other cool objects. *once the show starts and the lights go out, we can’t open the door. Registration required.
- SCSU History faculty and students will give brief presentations on Martin Luther King’s 1960s activism. History students will lead short walks between the Atwood Memorial Center and the Planetarium featuring three stops to consider episodes in Dr. Kings life and influence on the Civil Right Movements. At each of three locations, students/faculty will make brief comments on King’s actions in Selma, Birmingham, and Chicago to further explore the multifaceted elements of his work and what he and many others set in motion for our nation.
- Play Super Smash Brothers Ultimate and Mario Kart in our Esports Arena.
- Bowling in the Underground, Atwood Memorial Center.
- Great River Children’s Museum – DinoBlocks activity.
- United Way of Central MN – Imagination Library.
- Face painting, kids activities, plus much more!
*Register via the link above.
St. Cloud State University will actively work with members of the public to provide feasible options for accessibility to campus events. If you require accommodation to attend this event, complete the Request for Access form or call (320) 308-3166.
Sunday, January 19 | 4-6 p.m.
MLK Spirit Day
MLK Spirit Day is a praise and worship celebration. This is a Christian focused event that speaks to the Christian side of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King. Across denominations, the goal is to bring faith communities together to honor and celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King.
Salem Lutheran Church, 90 Riverside Dr SE, St. Cloud, MN 56304
Monday, January 20 | 8-10:30 a.m.
MLK Community Celebration
The signature MLK Community Celebration will commence at 8 a.m. at the River’s Edge Convention Center. A community conversation will kick off the event, along with the announcement of the 2025 MLK Celebration Humanitarian Award, Dexter R. Stanton Essay and Visual Art Contest winners, and keynote address by Dr. Evelyn Hill.
Breakfast Keynote Speaker: Dr. Evelyn Hill
Dr. Evelyn Hill was elected as Commissioner of the fourth district of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County in November 2023. She has served on the Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education from July of 2009 through January of 2018. During her tenure on the Board of Education, she was the President from July 2014 through July 2018. She values education and believes every child has the right to receive a quality education. She embraces the fact that we are lifetime learners.
River’s Edge Convention Center in downtown St. Cloud, Parking and Directions. Doors open at 7:30 a.m.
*Register via the link above.
For accommodations at the River’s Edge Convention Center, view their Building Amenities website.
Wednesday, January 22 | 7 p.m.
MLK Night at the Paramount
Noah Sonie, Magician and Mentalist Performance – Modern mentalism and magic with an interactive twist. Witness feats that defy logic as Noah seamlessly blends telepathy and psychological intuition, creating moments of both wonder and amusement. Prepare to have your thoughts read, your predictions anticipated, and your reality challenged in a way you never thought possible.
Reserve your tickets for this free performance.
Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 West St. Germain Street, St. Cloud, MN 56301
Saturday, January 25 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Empowering our Beloved Community – Financial Empowerment class
Take control of your financial future with this engaging and practical class on personal finance. Designed for individuals looking to build a strong financial foundation, this class will equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to: master the basics of budgeting, understand the importance of building credit, learn about what goes into a credit score, and more!
Register here for this free class (limited to first 40 individuals to sign up)
Stearns Bank – St Cloud Financial Center, 2nd floor conference room, 4140 Thielman Ln, St. Cloud
Saturday, January 25 | 3:30 p.m.
SCSU Men’s Basketball – I Have a Dream Game
Come cheer on your St. Cloud State Huskies at the “I Have a Dream Game” honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr as they take on Southwest Minnesota State
Free admission with donation of non-perishable food item
SCSU Halenbeck Hall, Parking Information
Related Events
MLK Community Celebration
An annual event in partnership with the City of St. Cloud
Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy
The annual MLK Community Celebration includes activities over multiple days that offer several ways to get involved and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This event is an opportunity for the Central Minnesota community to come together, engage in conversation and share time together while honoring Dr. King’s dream.
The 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration
Our Beloved Community – Empowering the Dream
January 18-25, 2025
Saturday, January 18 | 1-4 p.m.
MLK Family Day Celebration
Family-oriented festivities at St. Cloud State University, Atwood Memorial Center.
Activities include:
- Planetarium showing of “Mysteries of Your Brain” and a Tour the Current Night Sky. “Mysteries of Your Brain” is an immersive animated journey into the human brain. Journey along with a curious girl and her crow tour guide as you learn how your brain makes you, well, you! In the interactive “Tour of the Current Night Sky” portion of the show, you won’t need any fancy viewing equipment as you learn about some of the things we can currently see beyond our planet, including constellations, planets, and other cool objects. *once the show starts and the lights go out, we can’t open the door. Registration required.
- SCSU History faculty and students will give brief presentations on Martin Luther King’s 1960s activism. History students will lead short walks between the Atwood Memorial Center and the Planetarium featuring three stops to consider episodes in Dr. Kings life and influence on the Civil Right Movements. At each of three locations, students/faculty will make brief comments on King’s actions in Selma, Birmingham, and Chicago to further explore the multifaceted elements of his work and what he and many others set in motion for our nation.
- Play Super Smash Brothers Ultimate and Mario Kart in our Esports Arena.
- Bowling in the Underground, Atwood Memorial Center.
- Great River Children’s Museum – DinoBlocks activity.
- United Way of Central MN – Imagination Library.
- Face painting, kids activities, plus much more!
*Register via the link above.
St. Cloud State University will actively work with members of the public to provide feasible options for accessibility to campus events. If you require accommodation to attend this event, complete the Request for Access form or call (320) 308-3166.
Sunday, January 19 | 4-6 p.m.
MLK Spirit Day
MLK Spirit Day is a praise and worship celebration. This is a Christian focused event that speaks to the Christian side of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King. Across denominations, the goal is to bring faith communities together to honor and celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King.
Salem Lutheran Church, 90 Riverside Dr SE, St. Cloud, MN 56304
Monday, January 20 | 8-10:30 a.m.
MLK Community Celebration
The signature MLK Community Celebration will commence at 8 a.m. at the River’s Edge Convention Center. A community conversation will kick off the event, along with the announcement of the 2025 MLK Celebration Humanitarian Award, Dexter R. Stanton Essay and Visual Art Contest winners, and keynote address by Dr. Evelyn Hill.
Breakfast Keynote Speaker: Dr. Evelyn Hill
Dr. Evelyn Hill was elected as Commissioner of the fourth district of the Unified Government of Wyandotte County in November 2023. She has served on the Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education from July of 2009 through January of 2018. During her tenure on the Board of Education, she was the President from July 2014 through July 2018. She values education and believes every child has the right to receive a quality education. She embraces the fact that we are lifetime learners.
River’s Edge Convention Center in downtown St. Cloud, Parking and Directions. Doors open at 7:30 a.m.
*Register via the link above.
For accommodations at the River’s Edge Convention Center, view their Building Amenities website.
Wednesday, January 22 | 7 p.m.
MLK Night at the Paramount
Noah Sonie, Magician and Mentalist Performance – Modern mentalism and magic with an interactive twist. Witness feats that defy logic as Noah seamlessly blends telepathy and psychological intuition, creating moments of both wonder and amusement. Prepare to have your thoughts read, your predictions anticipated, and your reality challenged in a way you never thought possible.
Reserve your tickets for this free performance.
Paramount Center for the Arts, 913 West St. Germain Street, St. Cloud, MN 56301
Saturday, January 25 | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Empowering our Beloved Community – Financial Empowerment class
Take control of your financial future with this engaging and practical class on personal finance. Designed for individuals looking to build a strong financial foundation, this class will equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to: master the basics of budgeting, understand the importance of building credit, learn about what goes into a credit score, and more!
Register here for this free class (limited to first 40 individuals to sign up)
Stearns Bank – St Cloud Financial Center, 2nd floor conference room, 4140 Thielman Ln, St. Cloud
Saturday, January 25 | 3:30 p.m.
SCSU Men’s Basketball – I Have a Dream Game
Come cheer on your St. Cloud State Huskies at the “I Have a Dream Game” honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr as they take on Southwest Minnesota State
Free admission with donation of non-perishable food item
SCSU Halenbeck Hall, Parking Information