Annual Dr. Martin Luther King March and Celebration- Leesburg, VA

02/21/2021

Our puppy friend Onyx has done the Leesburg MLK Symbolic March Challenge- have you? There is still a week left to participate.

Follow the link for more details.

01/31/2021

The Leesburg MLK Symbolic March Challenge kicks off tomorrow (though we'd suggest suggest waiting for better weather conditions to participate :) and runs through February 28.

See the March route here: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/2/edit?mid=1ceYPqRF3-VZfdkmyKFHHZ3r0jjosof-q&usp=sharing when you walk be sure to stop to see the MLK Engraved Plaques along the way, indicated with a yellow star on the map.

You can sign up for the challenge on google forms here: https://forms.gle/B1apytbdfo7uVHR76

Questions? Email [email protected].

01/18/2021

Thanks to all that joined us today for our virtual 30th Anniversary Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration.

If you missed the program on Cvent you can see it on youtube. This links to a playlist of the 10 video-on-demand segments that make up the full program: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkqoKQHbgoyfhy4AEH4XZGa_PzFoxJMqS

01/18/2021

30th Anniversary MLK Program- VOD 10- CHILDREN'S BOOK READING - "MARTIN'S BIG WORDS"

This is a bonus special edition to the program- available in Cvent and on Youtube. Gather around the screen with the kids (or young at heart) and enjoy Nico's reading of Martin's Big Words:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swTGnstfoV0

Video on Demand 10 of 10 for the 30th Anniversary Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Virtual Celebration. Special Edition - CHILDREN'S BOOK READING - "MARTIN'S BIG W...

01/18/2021

The 30th Anniversary Martin Luther King March and Celebration is live now in Cvent!

You can still register and join up until 1:30 p.m. today here: https://cvent.me/0l7eex

If you prefer you can also watch the full program on youtube here: https://youtu.be/PtP4zLb82Dc

If you have questions about the event please email us at [email protected].

01/18/2021

Just an hour or so until our event kicks off!! You can still register here: https://cvent.me/0l7eex up until 1:30 p.m.

A couple of FAQs-

What if you join late?
You will not be able to 'rewind' the video and watch in Cvent while the program is airing, BUT starting at 1:31 p.m. the full program will be available in 10 Video-On-Demand segments which you can log in and watch anytime for the next 90 days.

You will also be able to see the full program anytime on youtube (we will share the links on this page as well).

How do I access the event site?
You should have received an email from [email protected] with a link to the event site. A second email went out today at 11 am. If you didn't receive it check all possible folders (spam, junk, and social/promotions if you are a gmail user). If you still can't find it email us at [email protected] and we will get it sorted out for you.

If the event is on youtube, why do I need to register?
We recommend using the Cvent platform to view the event for the highest quality viewing experience (the resolution and audio are the best quality through Cvent).

What is the schedule for the event?
The schedule can be viewed here: https://web.cvent.com/event/a8b5baac-b9b2-4bec-b459-37ca8081b679/websitePage:645d57e4-75eb-4769-b2c0-f201a0bfc6ce or you can watch a 2 minute preview/overview of the schedule here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_2i0NHKQRQ&t=41s

Who is speaking/performing?
See the full list of speakers and performers here: https://web.cvent.com/event/a8b5baac-b9b2-4bec-b459-37ca8081b679/websitePage:7e4e4623-272a-4422-a375-ae76314e81cb

Still have questions? Send us an email at [email protected].

Thanks so much for joining us and celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day with us today!

01/18/2021

You can register for tomorrow's 30th Anniversary Program anytime up until the program ends at 1:30 pm tomorrow here: https://cvent.me/0l7eex

The best way to view tomorrow's program is on Cvent- but if you have trouble registering or miss the 1:30 deadline we will post a youtube link to the full program here at 12 pm tomorrow.

If you have any questions email us at: [email protected].

01/18/2021

If you registered for our Martin Luther King Virtual Celebration using a gmail address be sure to check your promotions folder for event information and the link to access the site for tomorrow's program!

01/15/2021

MLK Virtual Program 2021 Preview

Here is a preview to some of the highlights you can expect when you watch out #virtual Martin Luther King Jr. Program and Celebration on Monday, 1/18/21 at 12 pm.

If you haven't already be sure to register for the event here: https://web.cvent.com/event/a8b5baac-b9b2-4bec-b459-37ca8081b679/websitePage:7e4e4623-272a-4422-a375-ae76314e81cb
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_2i0NHKQRQ

Watch for a preview of each Video on Demand module of our 2021 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration.

01/14/2021

Our #MLKMarchLeesburg virtual program is this Monday, 1/18 at 12 pm! Have you registered yet?

Register and get more info about who you can hear give speeches, shoutouts and performances to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. here: https://web.cvent.com/event/a8b5baac-b9b2-4bec-b459-37ca8081b679/websitePage:7e4e4623-272a-4422-a375-ae76314e81cb

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

01/12/2021

MLK March Leesburg, VA- Videos from the Past

We've on #Youtube! Check out this playlist with videos from #MLKMarchLeesburg of the past. While you're there subscribe to our channel.

Our virtual program on January 18 will be available on #Youtube as well as on #Cvent. DM us for more info!

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkqoKQHbgoyfNXa3_Gr0m-a6xdWHszbSx

Share your videos with friends, family, and the world

01/02/2021

30th Anniversary Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Annual Celebration Program

Happy New Year Everyone!

Just 17 days left to the #virtual Martin Luther King Celebration. Have you registered? If not be sure to go here to learn more and sign up:https://web.cvent.com/event/a8b5baac-b9b2-4bec-b459-37ca8081b679/summary

Comment or DM any with questions!

MLKMarchLeesburg,MLKMarch

12/29/2020

**Important Update**

Due to safety concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and the Governor’s Executive Order on gatherings the March and Celebration will be held 100 % virtually for 2021. Get more info and register now here: https://cvent.me/0l7eex

We are very excited to welcome Reverend Al Sharpton- who will give the 2021 keynote address. Additionally, Speakers for the 2021 Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration include United State Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine, Virginia Attorney General Mark Herring and many other local leaders, community organizations and artists.

Thanks to our title sponsor Cvent!

12/29/2020

To register and get more info go here: https://cvent.me/0l7eex

12/29/2020

Annual Dr. Martin Luther King March and Celebration- Leesburg, VA

11/20/2020

Please sign up to give blood if you can!

06/08/2020

Devotional Gathering for Fitz Alexander Campbell Thomas

Devotional Gathering for Fitz Alexander Campbell Thomas

06/06/2020

Please join our MLK Family in a Devotional Gathering for Fitz Alexander Campbell Thomas this Monday, 6/8 at 6 PM.

Join on your smart phone, tablet or computer following:
https://zoom.us/j/94301633512

or Dial in: 301 715 8592
Enter Meeting ID: 943 0163 3512

06/05/2020

Memorial Fund: Fitz Alexander Campbell Thomas organized by Durecia Moorer

As many of you know, Pastor Michelle Thomas and family are grieving the loss of their son.

Pastor Michelle has been an active part of the 'MLK I Have Dream' Family for years supporting the event in many ways as speaker, volunteer, advocate and more. She is a champion of community across Virginia. From leading the NAACP in Loudoun to conserving the rich history of African ancestry, she is the definition of advocacy. Pastor Michelle’s tenacity and advocacy reach across the aisle and across the commonwealth.

If you can, we hope you will consider supporting the Thomas family as they mourn and honor the life of their beloved son.

Our Lost, Heaven’s Gain: Fitz Alexander Campbell ThomasAs many of you kno… Durecia Moorer needs your support for Memorial Fund: Fitz Alexander Campbell Thomas

05/20/2020

Tomorrow at Philip A. Bolen Memorial Park - COVID-19 Testing will be available from 10 am- 6 pm.

06/03/2019

Learn about how you can help kids in need in our community at this session at #ProvidenceBaptistChurch

03/07/2019

Check out this great local event coordinated by our MLK Chair, Tammy Carter. Like and share to help spread the word!

03/04/2019

Please share with anyone you think might be in need of help or a hot meal or anyone who you think might want to donate!

01/23/2019

Leesburg Celebrates MLK’s 90th Birthday

Thanks to all who joined together for our 2019 Martin Luther King Jr March!

Nearly six decades later, the words of Martin Luther King Jr.’s famous speech, delivered to a quarter-million people on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, continue to echo in Loudoun. The Town of Leesburg held its 27th annual Martin Luther King Jr. march and celebration Monday to commemorate the

01/21/2019

World View from Park View High School contributed some great tunes to the morning celebration today!

01/21/2019

Lift Every Voice and Song lead by local choral student Emily Ralph- a lovely opening to our morning celebration.

01/21/2019

Loudoun Valley High School is getting warmed up for our morning program. If you want to stay out of the cold come join us at Douglass High School (Leesburg, Virginia) at 10am for our morning program.

01/09/2019

50 Years After Their Mug Shots, Portraits of Mississippi’s Freedom Riders

An important article as prepare to celebrate the life and teachings of Dr. King on Monday, 1/21.

The journalist and photographer Eric Etheridge provides visual and oral histories of the courageous men and women known as the Freedom Riders in the 1960s.

01/09/2019

Please share our flyer to help spread the word our our MLK March on 1/21!

More info and RSVP at Dr. Martin Luther King March and Celebration 2019.

01/07/2019

Annual Dr. Martin Luther King March and Celebration- Leesburg, VA

01/23/2018

Did you enjoy the community panel at our #MLKMarchLeesburg last Monday? Or were you sad to have missed it?

We have great news- there is another opportunity to participate in a community dialogue and panel this Thursday, 1/25 at the Cascades Library. from 7-9PM.

Mr. Lois Jett will will honor community leaders at this event: Chair Phyllis J. Randall, Phillip Thompson (NAACP Loudoun Branch), Reginald Simms (from our Annual Dr. Martin Luther King March and Celebration- Leesburg, VACommittee), Pastor Michelle C. Thomas, and Purcellville Mayor Kwasi Fraser.

Please join us for this important community event!

01/22/2018

If you are concerned about the recent distribution of K*K Flyers across the county please consider joining tonight's Naacp Loudoun meeting and discussion.

You may have heard about this meeting at the #MLKMarchLeesburg last Monday- we wanted to shared the details here. #UnityNotHate

01/16/2018

Annual Dr. Martin Luther King March and Celebration- Leesburg, VA

Thanks to all that joined us for the Dr. Martin Luther King March and Celebration 2018!! Enjoy this video of the incredibly talented Dominion High School Choir singing an arrangement of 'We Shall Overcome.'

Dominion High School Choir sings a moving arrangement of 'We Shall Overcome' at the #MLKMarchLeesburg. 1-15-18

01/16/2018

Dominion HS Choir sings a moving arrangement of 'We Shall Overcome' at the #MLKMarchLeesburg.

Dominion High School Choir sings a moving arrangement of 'We Shall Overcome' at the #MLKMarchLeesburg. 1-15-18

01/15/2018

Pastor Michelle Thomas is delivering a powerful keynote speech at our #MLKMarchLeesburg this afternoon. Stay tuned for a video clip of her speech tomorrow.