In an effort to lift the consciousness of the community about Dr. King’s legacy and principles, Andrews is promoting more than a week of activities designed to unify the community. The march is an opportunity for the community to come together to promote the increase of peace throughout our neighborhoods, according to Andrews’s office.
“The peace march provides the community an opportunity to stand united,” Andrews said. “Walking together, we represent the peace and the love that keeps our community strong. I hope to see all the residents, churches, families, schools, and community organizations at the march.”
The march will begin at 5pm on Jan. 9 at King Park. There is free parking available across the street from the park at Long Beach City College. For more information, call Andrews’s office at (562) 570-6816 or visit longbeach.gov/district6 .
2016 Peace Week events include:
Saturday, Jan. 9
Pre-parade and neighborhood clean-up
8am to 10am at McBride Park, 1550 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave.
Sponsored By the Long Beach Downtown Lions Club
Community members are invited to help clean up the parade route area.
Saturday, Jan. 9
6th District Trail of Infinite Hope tree planting
Volunteers check in at 9am, ceremony at 10am
Jenni Rivera Memorial Park, 2100 Walnut Ave.
Community members are invited to join Garcia and Andrews as they kick off Peace Week and service activities which culminate on MLK Day.
Saturday, Jan. 9
Zumba for a Healthy & Peaceful Community
11am to noon and 12:15 pm to 1:15 pm
McBride Park, 1550 Martin Luther King, Jr. Park
Saturday, Jan. 9
“The Gift”
Sponsored by New Generations, NG
noon to 3pm,at King Park, 1950 Lemon Ave.
Local residents attend this day of festivities that include music and free gifts of food, clothing, services and accessories.
Saturday, Jan. 9
Peace March
5pm,at Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 1950 Lemon Ave.
This annual candlelight march spreads the vibration of peace throughout Long Beach. Join community leaders, organizations and neighbors as they walk in harmony for peace.
Sunday, Jan. 10
“Personal Reflections”
All places of worship in Long Beach are encouraged to participate in recognition of Dr. King’s legacy in the form of their choice, to promote dialogue and reflection of his message into the community.
Monday, Jan. 11
“Tranquility for Seniors”
11am to 2pm at McBride Park, 1550 Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave.
Sponsored by Dream Beyond Foundation, to help build a peaceful, healthy and active lifestyle for seniors in the community.
Thursday, Jan. 14
Latinos for Peace
6pm to 8pm at Martin Luther King, Jr. Park, 1950 Lemon Ave.
Sponsored by the Jenni Rivera Foundation and the City Long Beach Latino Employees Organization, this event is in honor of Rivera’s message on domestic violence prevention. RSVP is required.
Thursday, Jan. 14
Read for Peace
3pm at Lincoln Elementary School
Sponsored by New Life Beginnings, this is a free Peace Week educational event for youth. Free books will be given to each child ages 5 to 12.
Saturday, Jan. 16
28th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Peace & Unity Parade and Celebration: “Infinite Hope”
Parade runs from 10:30am to noon. The celebration, which will include two stages of entertainment, a health pavilion, a teen and youth area and free activities, international food and merchandise vendors will be held from noon to 5pm at Martin Luther King Jr. Park, 1950 Lemon Ave.
Tuesday, Jan. 19
Martin Luther King Jr. Presentation & Peace Maker Awards
5pm,at Long Beach City Council meeting, City Hall, 333 West Ocean Blvd.
The presentation will honor Dr. King and local community leaders who have continued the message of peace.
