Updates from the MLK Community Center
Friday, September 16, 2022
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Centennial Celebration
What a Night to Remember!
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On Thursday, September 8, over 500 friends from the community joined the MLK to celebrate the organization's 100th birthday. It was a night to remember with many laughs, lawn games, fire pits, delicious food from McGrath's Catering, and lots of dancing to the energizing music of the World Premiere Band. Guests listened to heartfelt words from Heather Hole Strout, MLK's Executive Director, and from the presenting sponsor Mark Aramli of BedJet and the Aramli Foundation, who shared his own experiences growing up and why he has become such a dedicated supporter of the MLK. Following the presentations, party goers watched the premiere of the centennial video before the tent erupted in celebration. Others lingered outside for cocktails and conversation while watching a stunning sunset overlooking the Pell Bridge.
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Of course, this event would not have been possible without the support of our sponsors, community partners, and volunteers. From all of us at MLK, THANK YOU for helping us have the BEST BIRTHDAY PARTY EVER!!
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The centennial video captures the organization's history and so much more. Watch and meet just a few of the people that have been impacted by the services that are offered. We are grateful to 11th Hour Racing for the support they provided to make this video and to Sky Sabin Productions for doing such an amazing job capturing the spirit of the MLK Center.
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El Preescolar en MLK
Sólo Hay 5 Espacios Disponibles
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El Preescolar en el MLK es un programa educativo licenciado y económico para niños de 3 a 5 años de edad.
En este momento, sólo hay 5 espacios disponibles en nuestro grupo de 3 años de edad. Los niños deben estar entrenados para ir al baño para poder atender.
Abierto: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. diariamente
Costo: $170 por 5 días; $136 por 4 días; $102 por 3 días.
Se aceptan subsidios del Departamento de Servicios Humanos ("DHS") para el cuidado de niños. Hay becas disponibles para las familias con necesidad demostrada. Se anima a todos a solicitarlas.
Nuestro programa ha ayudado a desarrollar los Estándares de Educación Infantil de RI y ha sido designado como Centro de Excelencia Preescolar por el programa nacional Early Learning Reading First.
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Para más información, póngase en contacto con Tanya González, Directora de Educación en TGonzalez@MLKCCenter.org,
(401) 846-4828 x117
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Wednesday, September 21
A Full Day of Special Programs
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Wellness Clinic
9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Stop in for a free health screening with Visiting Nurse Home & Hospice
All ages are welcome to attend free-of-charge.
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Senior Lunch & Learn
12:00 p.m.
This week's meal will be stuffed shells with spinach and ricotta cheese.
Jason Flanders, HUD Project Director at RI Commission for Human Rights will be discussing fair housing laws in RI, rights of tenants, and housing rights for disabled people.
Program is geared to adults aged 55 and up. Please register by calling Mel at 401-846-4828 or by emailing MSaunders@MLKCCenter.org
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Live From the Loading Dock
4:30 p.m.
Don't miss the last concert of the season!
Root Cellar celebrates over 200 years of Old-Time string band music in America. Bob plays banjo and guitar. Dave is on guitar. Greg plays the fiddle and guitar.
As always food will be served. Don't forget to bring your lawn chair or blanket to sit on.
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Help Support MLK's Amica Newport Marathon Running Team
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There's nothing like a friendly competition between friends! Let's see who can raise the most money to support the MLK Center. Click the link below to make a donation. You can donate to the entire team at the top of the page or scroll down to select one of the team members.
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Esta Noche! Acompaña nuestros amigos de Conexión Latina Newport
para una celebracion del Mes de la Herencia Hispana
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Currently accepting applications for:
School Age Staff (After School)
If you or someone you know wants to join the MLK team, please visit the website to learn more about each role and how to apply.
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The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions because of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, age, ability, body size, education, or religion. People of color, veterans, and LGBTQIA+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The MLK Community Center is committed to creating and welcoming a diverse workplace, and to supporting our staff with ongoing career development opportunities. The MLK Community Center provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees as required by law. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation at any point in the employment process.
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MLK Holiday Help Program
Registration Opens October 1
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In The Pantry
Household Staples are in Demand
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This week, the pantry could use household staples such as cereal, sugar, flour, baking supplies, coffee, oils, soy sauce, condiments, and spices.
Please bring your donations to the temporary pantry, directly across the street from MLK.
We welcome donations
Monday – Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. For speediest drop-offs, Tuesdays and Thursdays are best.
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Mobile Food Pantry Tracker
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Next week you can find the mobile food pantry at:
Tuesday 9/20:
Park Holm, 1 Park Holm, Newport 12-1 – with Potter League
AHEPA, 87 Girard ave., Newport 1:15-2:15
Thursday 9/22:
Quaker Estates, 2368 East Main Rd., Portsmouth 12-1 – with Potter League
Anthony House, 51 Middle Rd., Portsmouth, 1:30-2:30 – with Potter League
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September Calendar of Events
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