
Unity Walk to Honor MLK
Join the City of Kentwood on Saturday, Feb. 24 for a Unity Walk to honor Black History Month and the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. Residents are invited to gather at the food court at Woodland Mall, 3195 28th St SE, at 11 a.m. for a walk, which will end in front of Von Maur at 11:30 a.m.
After the walk, there will be a ceremony at 11:30 a.m. in front of Von Maur including:
• Welcome by Mayor Kepley
• Proclamation presented by various community members
• Music
• Coffee and refreshments
The Unity Walk will be followed by the African American Live Museum, presented by New Hope Baptist Church. Starting at 1 p.m., witness over 25 live performances featuring historical Black figures. Travel through time as you learn about historical African American figures through live performances throughout Woodland Mall.