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The Rev. Stacey Mitchell, pastor of UUSO, said, “We are so honored to host the NAACP celebration this year” and welcomed an audience of nearly 200 people. There was standing room only in the church. Poletta Louis, president of the local NAACP chapter, announced the theme of the 2025 MLK celebration as “Mission Possible: Protecting Freedom, Justice and Democracy.”…
CELEBRATION—2 p.m. “Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration.” Presented by the Oneonta NAACP on the theme, “Mission Possible: Protecting Freedom, Justice, and Democracy in the Spirit of Non-Violence 365.” Goodwill offerings accepted for the charities “Your Safe Haven” and “Open Catskills.” Unitarian Universalist Society of Oneonta, 12 Ford Avenue, Oneonta. https://www.oneontanaacp.com/event-info/mlk-jr-day-celebration…
The opening of Glimmerglass Medical and Wellness, Hanford Mills Museum's annual ice harvest, and SUNY Oneonta's Black History Month Distinguished Lecture are among the topics covered in this weeks briefs.…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for MONDAY, JANUARY 29 ‘Reflections on the Legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’ MLK CELEBRATION – 8-10 a.m. “Reflections on the Legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.” Breakfast, keynote and panel discussion featuring Dr. Jelani Cobb, author/writer/dean of the Columbia Journalism School. Free, open to the public. Registration required. Bring donation items for the university Food Pantry. SUNY Oneonta Center for Racial Justice and Inclusive Excellence, Lee Hall, 108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta. Visit https://www.hartwick.edu/campus-life/you-belong-here/mlk-jr-day-black-history-month/ BLOOD DRIVE—12:30-5:30…
On Monday, January 29, SUNY Oneonta will host a breakfast keynote and panel discussion titled “Reflections on the Legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,” featuring Dr. Jelani Cobb...…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for MONDAY, JANUARY 16 Family Sledding with Otsego County Conservation Association MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY KIDS’ PROGRAM—8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Otsego County Conservation Association Education Specialist Shelby MacLeish with Liz Brown will lead the whole family on a fun outdoor adventure of Sledding (or Winter Exploration if no snow) at the Oneonta World of Learning, Fortin Park, Oneonta. (607) 547-4488 or visit occainfo.org/calendar/get-the-kids-out-2/ BLOOD DRIVE—1-6 p.m. Save up to three lives with the American Red Cross. Quality Inn,…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SUNDAY, JANUARY 15 Celebrate The Life & Legacy Of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. CELEBRATION—3 p.m. The community is invited to the “Let Us Fulfill The Dream” celebration of Martin Luther King’s birthday. The day will feature local leaders, musicians, college students, and scholars who will give statements, readings, and musical performances that honor Dr. King’s legacy. Free, open to the public. Held at the First United Presbyterian Church, 2 Walling Avenue, Oneonta. Visit https://www.oneontanaacp.com/…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for MONDAY, JANUARY 18 Donate & Save A Life MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY BLOOD DRIVE – 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Donate blood, help save lives. Donors will be entered for chance to attend the Superbowl in 2022. Briggs Hall, Main Street Baptist Church, 333 Main St., Oneonta. 800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org CLICK HERE FOR THE LIST OF CANCELLED EVENTS CLICK TO LOOK AHEAD AT WHAT’S HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for SUNDAY, JANUARY 17 Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. MLK CELEBRATION – 3 p.m. Celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with the Oneonta Chapter of the NAACP. Visit www.facebook.com/OneontaAreaNAACP/ for info.…