PRESS RELEASE

December 2023

WHO: Sponsored by Pittsford CommUNITY

WHAT: MLK Living the Dream Series: Building a Coalition of Love

WHEN: Wednesday January 10th 7 pm, Wednesday January 17th 7 pm,

Wednesday January 24th 7 pm, Sunday January 28th 3 pm

WHERE: United Church of Pittsford

123 S. Main St.
Pittsford, NY 14534

WHY: An annual community event to celebrate the teachings and spirit of Martin Luther King, Jr.

For the second year in a row, Pittsford CommUNITY is sponsoring the MLK: Living the Dream event series in Pittsford
during the month of January. The theme for 2024’s series is “Building a Coalition of Love,” and the events will highlight
some of the work in our community that embodies the spirit of Dr. King and move us closer to achieving his dream. All
events will take place at the United Church of Pittsford, 123 S. Main St.

Wednesday, January 10th, 7 pm - Actions of Love

Panel Discussion on Issues of Inequity
Panel discussion will include representatives from the following organizations: Rochester-Monroe Anti-Poverty
Initiative (RMAPI), ACT Rochester, Poor People's Campaign, Rochester Area Community Foundation, and the
United Way of Rochester and the Finger Lakes. Panelists will share efforts of their agencies and ideas of how to
engage as community members to address poverty and housing needs.

Wednesday, January 17th, 7 pm - Love through the Arts

Spoken Word Performance by Shanterra Mitchum & Community Poetry Slam
Modern spoken word can be traced back to the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s and 30s, the American beat
poets of the 1950s, and the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. Shanterra Mitchum, Program Director of the
Center for Teen Empowerment Rochester, will perform works inspired by Dr. King. Additionally, there will be an
open platform for community members of all ages to use their artistry and voices to encourage, to heal, and to
connect.

Wednesday, January 24th, 7 pm - Love Our Children

Youth Ambassadors from Levine Center to End Hate
Monica Gebell, Executive Director, will share about the Levine Center to End Hate, and Thomas Cuyler, Youth
Engagement Coordinator, will facilitate a discussion with the Youth Ambassadors, high school students from
the greater Rochester area.

Sunday, January 28th, 3 pm - Love Our Neighbors

Interfaith Family Service
Hosted by the United Church of Pittsford under the leadership of Reverend Julius “JD” Jackson, Jr. and inspired
by Dr. King’s interfaith advocacy and action, members from multiple congregations will come together for
music, words, and inspiration.
CONTACT: Pittsford CommUNITY
pittsfordcommunitygroup@gmail.com
pittsfordcommunity.org
917-697-5014

Pittsford CommUNITY is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that strives to promote inclusion, foster a sense of
belonging, and build connections in Pittsford.