Celebrate diversity with NUUF Aug. 27

On Sunday, Aug. 27, the Social Justice Committee of the Northwoods Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (NUUF) is sponsoring a community celebration to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s “I Have a Dream” speech.

Activities will be held at the Minocqua Park complex on Highway 70 and will begin at 11 a.m., organizers said in a press release. All members of the community are welcome to attend.

Local author Cheryl Hanson will serve as Mistress of Ceremonies.  

The program will begin with a blessing by Kamewin followed by an original poetry reading by Blue Star Eagle Heart Woman (Cheryl Boyd).  The Sharp Keys, from Madison and the NUUF choir will provide the program music, featuring “Make Me an Instrument of Your Peace.”

Photographer, writer and community organizer Bob Kovar will deliver the keynote address. 

The 2023 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Award will be presented to Carol Amour of Lac du Flambeau. Ms. Amour’s acceptance speech will conclude the program.

Attendees are encouraged to stay for discussion and a postlude performance by The Sharp Keys.