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M Artin l uther K ing J r . Page 22 January 16, 2019 2019 special edition Legacy Awards and Drum Major Service C ontinueD froM p age 8 5010 NE 9th Ave Portland, Or 97211 Phone: 503 284-2989 Stylist Wanted We specialize in a variety of cuts for men and women, hot towel razor shaves, braiding, hair extension, Shampoo, blow dryer and Platinum fade. Call Today or Walk in !!! The following communi- ty leaders will be recognized: The Rev. W. Mark Knutson of Augustana Lutheran Church; Andrew and Hermann Colas, Colas Construction; Michael R. Booker Sr., the Miracles Recovery Club; musician and artist Michael Allen Harrison; Sam Sachs & Noho Marchesi of Breaking Bread/Breaking Barriers; the Native American Youth & Family Center; and educator and community activ- ist Dr. Joyce Harris. The following senior high school students will be hon- ored and receive scholarships: Gigi Karimu of DeLaSalle North Catholic; Elijah Hudson of Helensview; Sarah Steele of Jefferson; Kenneth Kimmons of Rosemary Anderson; Tosa Kitungano of Roosevelt and Gavin Fortner of Second Home. Shabazz, a lifetime ambas- sador for peace as appointed by the Prime Minister of Belize will be making her first Port- land appearance for the MLK service. Mayor Wheeler and other public officials will give greetings as will inter-faith leaders. The Pacific Youth Choir under the direction of Mia Hall will perform. Vancouver Avenue is one of Portland’s historic venues and the only church in Oregon where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. addressed the “Beloved Community” in November 1961 as part of his trip to the Pacific Northwest during the Civil Rights Movement. When asked about the Providing Insurance and Financial Services Home Office, Bloomington, Illinois 61710 Ernest J. Hill, Jr. Agent 311 NE Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97211 503 286 1103 Fax 503 286 1146 ernie.hill.h5mb@statefarm.com 24 Hour Good Neighbor Service R I would like to thank the community for putting their trust in me. State Farm R Avalon Flowers 520 SW 3rd Ave., Portland, OR 97204 • 503-796-9250 A full service flower experience Cori Stewart-- Owner, Operator • Birthdays • Anniversaries • Funerals • Weddings Open: Mon.-Fri. 7:30am til 5:30pm Saturday 9am til 2pm. Website: avalonflowerspdx.com email: avalonflowers@msn.com We Offer Wire Services If you or someone you know needs a New or Used Vehicle Contact Ken Scott 503-442-5089 (Direct) 55 NE Broadway, Portland, OR 97232 kscott@toyotaofportland.com meaning of the church’s MLK events against the current so- cial and political backdrop, Pastor J.W. Matt Hennessee, said, “In times like these, it is imperative that we gather as community to work together, celebrate together, and col- laborate together to ensure a vibrant, inclusive, and con- structive future. The spirit and legacy of Dr. King, Mrs. King, Mrs. Parks, President Mandela, Malcolm X and so many who came before us is what gives us encouragement and hope that we will overcome the dif- ficulties, stresses, and strains of now and continue to build the ‘Beloved Community.’” For tickets and more infor- mation, call the church office at 503-282-9496 or visit vafb- cpdx.org. Darkness cannot drive out darkness: Only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: Only love can do that. --Martin Luther King, Jr.
