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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at the City of Bellevue

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Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with the City of Bellevue.

John Carlos, a track star who raised his fist for human rights after winning a medal at the 1968 Olympics, will deliver an address on Thursday, Jan. 17.

Carlos, who became a symbol for the civil rights struggle, will deliver the keynote at City Hall, 450 110th Ave. NE, 12:30-2 p.m. Carlos will challenge listeners to critically reflect on individual and collective roles in building the “beloved community” envisioned by the Rev. King. This event includes real-time captioning. Seating is limited. To reserve a spot for the City Hall celebration, please register.

This events is wheelchair-accessible. Captioning, American Sign Language or language interpreters are available upon request. Please call 425-452-7886 at least 48 hours in advance to request an accommodation. If you are deaf or hard of hearing, dial 711. Assisted listening devices are also available upon request.