Rockford, Illinois, will join many cities across the country as we commemorate the Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service with a City-wide King Day Celebration, while promoting stronger communities, common ground, and motivated citizens.·
2012 Schedule of Events
January 12
Diversity Business Luncheon
11:30 am
Cliffbreakers Convention Center
700 W. Riverside Blvd.
Mistress of Ceremony: Kris Kieper - President and CEO - Rockford YWCA
Keynote Speaker: Andrea Zopp - President and CEO, Chicago Urban League
Introductions: Einar Forsman - President and CEO, Rockford Chamber
January 12-13
Live Your Dream - College Expo
Cliffbreakers Conference Center
700 W. Riverside Blvd.
Thursday - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Click here for details - university/college registration
Open to high school students and their parents
Free Admission.
January 15
An Evening of Remembrance
6:00 pm
St. Paul Church
1001 Wigton Avenue
Free Admission
January 16
A Day of Celebration
11:00 am
West Middle School
1900 N. Rockton Ave
Keynote Speakers:
Dr. Robert Head - President of Rockford College
Jeremy DeWeerdt - Lead Pastor of Rockford First
Gloria Cudia - Community Activist
Performances by high school and community choirs
Free Admission
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