MLK Marade, Denver - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Marade, Denver

01/20/2026

It was a long day... good vibes... We Shall Overcome!

01/14/2026

There were some great memories and moments. We all have a dream.

01/12/2026

It’s that time of year again. Volunteers are NEEDED. Fill out the form below. Make sure to check out the other events on our page

https://www.drmartinlkingjrchc.org/

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01/11/2026

It’s that time again Check in!!

01/09/2026

An opportunity!

We're hiring for dance instructors for upcoming class sessions! The AC Dance Program is hiring instructors for students ages 3-6, 6-18, and adults for all class levels (beginning through advanced) in any or all of the following subject areas: Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip-hop.

Applications are due March 1! Apply online, and please share with any dancers, teachers, choreographers or performers you know.

See this job posting and other open positions here! -> arvadacenter.org/about-us/careers

01/07/2026

🚨 Calling ALL community champions! 🚨

The Martin Luther King Marade is coming—and we need YOU to help make the DREAM unforgettable.

🖤 Volunteer your time
💛 Donate to support the mission
✊🏽 Show up for unity, justice, and legacy

👉🏽 Volunteer:
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👉🏽 Donate:
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Online registration for Donations.

01/07/2026

✊🏽 Be the hands that carry the dream forward. ✊🏽

The Martin Luther King Marade is more than a parade—it’s a movement rooted in unity, service, and legacy. We’re calling on community members, leaders, families, and youth to step forward and help us bring this powerful day to life.

👉🏽 Volunteer today and be part of history in motion.

🌍 This event is possible by the VOLUNTEERS of the Colorado Martin Luther King Marade Commission. 🌍
The Martin Luther King Marade brings together culture, remembrance, and community power. Your donation helps us provide:
✔️ Youth programming
✔️ Community resources
✔️ Performers & speakers
✔️ Safety & accessibility
✔️ A dignified, impactful event for all
💵 Every dollar—big or small—makes a difference.
👉🏽 Donate here: https://drmartinlkingjrchc.regfox.com/donations
Together, WE CAN MAKE THE DREAM—we invest in it.

Thank you for joining us in honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 19th, 2026. Please fill out the form below to inform the committee on how you would like to get involved with the Marade, or if you are just attending. This form will be primarily used to ident...

04/01/2025

What a beautiful story! As we close out the two celebration months of Black History and Women's History... let's keep the appreciation going!

When Walter Koenig learned that Nichelle Nichols was being paid less than her fellow cast members on the original "Star Trek" series, he immediately turned to Leonard Nimoy. Koenig and George Takei were receiving equal pay, but Nichols, one of the few Black women on network television at the time, was not being paid the same. This happened during the original run of "Star Trek" from 1966 to 1969. Koenig didn’t hesitate. He brought the issue to Nimoy, who, without delay, took it straight to the front office.
Leonard Nimoy, known to fans as Spock, quietly but firmly advocated for Nichols behind the scenes. He did not make grand speeches or seek recognition. He simply made it clear that the inequity needed to be corrected. The studio listened, and they adjusted Nichols’ salary to bring her in line with her male co-stars. It was a moment of solidarity, not only among actors but among individuals who understood that fairness offscreen was just as vital as the messages they delivered onscreen.
Nichelle Nichols played Lieutenant Uhura, a groundbreaking role that inspired generations, but even she had to fight for the most basic professional respect. Her presence on "Star Trek" was revolutionary, yet the disparity in pay served as a stark reminder of the industry's deeper inequalities. That is what made Nimoy’s quiet intervention so meaningful. He did not wait to be asked. He acted because it was right.
Koenig’s revelation, shared decades later in an interview, adds depth to the public’s understanding of Nimoy, who was already widely respected for his intellect and empathy. In an environment often dominated by ego and competition, his action spoke volumes. Nichols had previously described Nimoy as someone who deeply respected her and supported her career, but Koenig’s account reveals a specific moment when that respect became tangible advocacy.
This moment occurred during a time when television was only beginning to reflect the broader social changes of the 1960s. Nichols, who had once considered leaving the show in 1967 until encouraged by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to stay, found an ally in Nimoy who not only respected her talent but valued her as an equal. That pay correction was not only about numbers; it was about dignity.
Nimoy’s action likely influenced how other cast members viewed their roles in supporting each other. It reinforced the idea that equity should be everyone’s responsibility, not just the burden of those affected. He showed how a single voice, placed in the right room at the right time, could make all the difference.
Leonard Nimoy never spoke much about the incident, and Koenig only shared it publicly many years later, perhaps because true decency does not need a spotlight. It simply needs someone to say, "This is not right," and do something about it.
One quiet act of justice on a 1960s set still echoes today as a lesson in solidarity, courage, and decency.

01/08/2025

We are looking for YOU for this years talent show. Sign up below…. Share to all!