Each year we observe National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15) by celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. Hispanic Heritage Month Festival We are … Continue reading Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the MLK, Jr. Community Center
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Empowering the Masses Phlebotomy and Community Health Worker Graduation
On Saturday, August 19, 2023, Empowering the Masses hosted its Summer 2023 Phlebotomy and Community Health Worker Graduation at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center. There was a total … Continue reading Empowering the Masses Phlebotomy and Community Health Worker Graduation
MLK Back to School Festival (Event Recap)
On Saturday, August 12, 2023, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center hosted its Annual MLK Back to School Festival which is an event for students and families to receive … Continue reading MLK Back to School Festival (Event Recap)
New Exhibit Opens at the MLK, Jr. Community Center
New Exhibit Opens at the MLK, Jr. Community Center A replica of SMU's historical marker honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s 1966 visit to the campus has been installed inside of … Continue reading New Exhibit Opens at the MLK, Jr. Community Center
A Shower of Blessings
On Wednesday, July 12, 2023, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center, hosted "A Shower of Blessings" as a special day for the homeless. This event was a collaboration with … Continue reading A Shower of Blessings
Journey, Next Steps
On Saturday, July 8, 2023, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center, in collaboration with LIRA Group, hosted Journey, Next Steps, a college readiness program for graduating seniors. Students were … Continue reading Journey, Next Steps
Community Day of Giving (Event Recap)
On Saturday, June 24, 2023, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center hosted Community Day of Giving in collaboration with Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) and LIRA Group. This event … Continue reading Community Day of Giving (Event Recap)
Beat the Heat
Beat the Heat Reliant Energy is teaming up with the City of Dallas to help people stay cool during the Texas summer heat. City of Dallas residents can visit one … Continue reading Beat the Heat
2023 Juneteenth 4K Freedom Walk & Festival (Event Recap)
On Saturday, June 17, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center hosted the 2023 Juneteenth 4K Freedom Walk & Festival. An estimated 1,500 people came out to celebrate the Juneteenth … Continue reading 2023 Juneteenth 4K Freedom Walk & Festival (Event Recap)
A Magnificent Mom’s Day Experience (Event Recap)
On Saturday, May 13, 2023, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center hosted the 3rd Annual "A Magnificent Mom's Day Experience" in celebration of Mother's Day. This was a special … Continue reading A Magnificent Mom’s Day Experience (Event Recap)