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Mexican Heritage Plaza

FREE event honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy through workshops, presentations, and performances by local Black artists

School of Arts and Culture at the Mexican Heritage Plaza

The School of Arts and Culture at the Mexican Heritage Plaza and Multicultural Arts Leadership Institute (MALI) is honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy by offering a free event to engage the public in practices for equity. Our program centers Black voices and experiences through inspiring workshops, presentations, and performances by local talent. Free registration includes:<ul><li>Nirvana Soul’s coffee to start the morning -- come early to mingle with other creatives</li><li>Free workshops to enhance your self-expressive and healing practices</li><li>A special panel of community organizers will share their collective knowledge of local history and present-day efforts for equity</li><li>An amazing BBQ lunch (with thoughtful vegan options) by Jackie’s Place</li><li>Artist showcase hosted by and spotlighting Black poets you should know!</li><li>Open mic opportunity for registered attendees</li></ul>Space is limited, so RSVP today.

Schedule:9:15 - 10:00 Nirvana Coffee &amp; Check-ins10:00 - 10:55 Performance by Sine Wave &amp; Keynote by David Piper11:05 - 12:00 Workshops<ul><li>Art as Activism with Venus Jones</li><li>Dance with Khalilah Ramirez</li><li>Podcasting &amp; Journalism with Todd Inoue, Demone Carter, and Kate Dole</li></ul>12:10 - 1:00 Local History x Community Organizers Panel 1:00 - 2:00 BBQ Lunch by Jackie's Place (with vegan options!)1:20 - 2:20 Artist ShowcaseFeaturing Venus Jones, McTate Stroman II, The Consonance Project, Ato Walker, Khalilah Ramirez, Santa Clara County Poet Laureate Tshaka Campbell, and Jeff Turner!2:20 - 2:30 Giveaways2:30 - 3:00 Open Mic (for registered attendees only)

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