Friday, January 13, 2006

City of Long Beach 18th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Parade and Celebration

Sixth District Councilwoman Laura Richardson, Partners of Parks, The City of Long Beach and the Central Area Association were pleased to present the 18th Annual Long Beach Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Unity Parade and Celebration on Saturday, January 14, 2006.
The 18th Annual Long Beach Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Unity Parade and Celebration will begin with a parade on Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue intersecting Anaheim Street, followed by a multi-cultural celebration at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park located at 1950 Lemon Avenue. The parade attracts thousands of spectators along the route from the Greater Long Beach area bringing unity and harmony. The celebration will be filled with music and dance performances; food, general merchandise, information and vending booths; and various games and activities for members of our community.
The parade will begin at 10:30 AM. The celebration at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park begins at 12:30 PM. Please join us in a day of inspiration and celebration!