TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— The Terre Haute Human Relations Commission has partnered with the Vigo County Public Library for an event to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr..
Terre Haute’s Mayor Brandon Sakbun will be hosting a special Children’s Story Hour event for families to come to learn and celebrate the life and legacy of civil rights activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on January 18th. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. In rooms A, B, and C of the Vigo County Public Library. The event will include a read-aloud session of the book “Martin’s Big Words” by Doreen Rappaport with special guest reader Mayor Sakbun.
“Dr. King’s legacy teaches us the importance of community and understanding,” said Sakbun. “I am honored to support this event, which brings families together to reflect on his message and inspire the next generation.”
The event aims to educate and inspire children with Dr.King’s message of equality. After the reading children will be treated to an activity where they will be able to craft a collage or bookmark. Kids will also be given a free children’s book related to the Civil Rights Movement while supplies last, to take home with them as a keepsake. The event will be free and open to the public.
“This story hour is a wonderful opportunity for children to learn about Dr. King’s vision and how his work continues to influence our world today,” said Anne-Therese Ryan, Director of the Terre Haute Human Relations Commission. “We’re thrilled to partner with the Vigo County Public Library to make this event both educational and enjoyable for the community.”
