Cary's Dreamfest Remembers Dr. King Through Service, Duke Ellington's Music and Automobiles
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 10, 2012
CARY, NC – As part of this year’s Martin Luther King Jr. Dreamfest, the artwork of regional artist Jason Franklin will explore a special affinity between African American men and their cars from the 1930s to the 1970s. The free Dream of Expression Exhibit opens January 12 at the Cary Arts Center, 101 Dry Avenue, with an artist’s reception scheduled for 6-8 p.m. January 27.
“Observing Dr. King’s birthday is the opportunity for every American to remember our history through art, music, service and community. We are pleased to honor this tradition annually, and we invite everyone to experience it for themselves,” Town of Cary Cultural Arts Manager Lyman Collins said.
Other free, family-friendly MLK Jr. Dreamfest activities planned include:
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A kick off with the Women of Action Gathering at 7 p.m. on January 13 at the Page-Walker Arts & History Center, 119 Ambassador Loop to explore cooperative partnerships among women, organizations and businesses.
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Memorial Concert “A Tribute to Martin” at 4 p.m. Saturday, January 14 at the Cary Arts Center. The Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble will perform five of the Duke Ellington Sacred Songs with guest vocal soloist Rev. Iris Jordan. The Raleigh LDS Stake Choir will perform a program of ten songs from “Come to the House of the Lord” program. The evening will be rounded out by the Vision United Singers, Dancers and Dramatists remembering the life and vision of Dr. King, with a reception to follow.
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Dream of Democracy March at 10 a.m. Monday, January 16 in downtown Raleigh, joining other Triangle residents at the 31st Annual MLK Jr. Memorial March in downtown Raleigh. Round trip transportation, leaving at 10 a.m., will be offered from Cary Town Hall, 316 N. Academy St. Required reservations can be made by calling (919) 460-4963 or sending an email to rob.garner@townofcary.org.
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Day of Service from 10 a.m. to noon and 2-4 p.m. Monday, January 16 at Middle Creek Community Center, 123 Middle Creek Park Ave. In coordination with the Town of Cary’s Spruce program, citizens and community groups can assist with a mulch project at the playing fields, disc golf course and open space at the Center. Register by calling (919) 469-4301 or emailing sarah.justice@townofcary.org.
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Dream of History, an exhibit of African-American history through the art of LéGrant Taylor, will be on display at 2 p.m. Saturday, February 11 at the Page-Walker Arts & History Center.
For complete details on all Martin Luther King, Jr. events, visit Dreamfest at townofcary.org or call (919) 460-4963.
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PRIMARY CONTACTS: |
Rob Garner, Cultural Arts Program Specialist, (919) 462-3963 Lyman Collins, Cultural Arts Manager, (919) 462-3861 Sarah Justice, Conservation Specialist, (919) 469-4301 Deanna Boone, Deputy Public Information Officer, (919) 462-3908 |
Related Links:
Map of Page-Walker Arts & History Center
Map of Middle Creek Community Center
