DEL.ICIO.USHealth forum kicks off King Center’s holiday events
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Thursday, January 08, 2009
A health forum with free medical testing, advice and education is the first of many events The King Center will feature during the annual Martin Luther King Jr. birthday observance.
The forum, sponsored by Aetna, will take place at and around The King Center on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. It includes sessions and information on issues such as nutrition, recreation, diabetes, sickle cell anemia, obesity and HIV/AIDS and will include doctors and researchers.
John Spink/jspink@ajc.com
The King Center on Auburn Avenue will be the center of much activity leading up to the Martin Luther King Jr. birthday observance.
Those attending can get free medical tests for cholesterol levels, blood pressure, diabetes, osteoporosis, breast and skin cancer and lung capacity. Dental, hearing and and vision screenings will also be available.
Other events in celebration of the King holiday include:
• Tuesday, Jan. 13, a forum on “The Role of Youth in Promoting Peace” at The King Center at 449 Auburn Ave. from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
• Thursday, Jan. 15 at 11 a.m., Georgia will hold its King holiday commission program in the north wing of the state Capitol. Guests include Gov. Sonny Perdue, Lt. Gov. Casey Cagle, former Maryland Lt. Gov. Michael Steele and others. Open to the public.
• Also Thursday, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s King Celebration Concert, 8 p.m. at the Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel at Morehouse College. General admission $25.
• January 15-19, the Martin Luther King Jr. Service Summit sponsored by Hands On Atlanta. Exploring ways citizens can make a difference in the world. Information at www.handsonatlanta.org or call 404-979-2800.
• Saturday, Jan. 17, Salute to Greatness Awards Dinner featuring recipients Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton and Chick-fil-A founder Truett Cathy. Reception 5:30 p.m. Dinner 6:30 p.m. Hyatt Regency, 265 Peachtreee St. NE. Tickets $200.
• Sunday, Jan. 18, a book signing with Christine King Farris and Bernice A. King from 3 to 5 p.m. at The King Center. Open to the public.
• Monday, Jan. 19, the Martin Luther King Jr. Annual Commmemorative Service at Ebenezer Baptist Church’s Horizon Sanctuary featuring the Rev. Rick Warren at 10 a.m. Open to the public, limited seating.
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