Martin Luther King Jr.’s actual birthday was yesterday, but it won’t be celebrated until next Monday — and the buildup starts tomorrow night, January 17, with a free concert by the Colorado Symphony Orchestra. Featured performers will include Elena Urioste, one of the nation’s most acclaimed young violinsts; the Fourteeners of the Rocky Mountain Children’s Choir; the Spirituals Project Choir; and the Majestic Praise Choir from New Hope Baptist Church.
In addition, Tamara Banks will host the presentation of the 2008 Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Awards. This year’s honorees are Colorado State Senate President Peter C. Groff; former Bronco receiver and philanthropist Haven Moses; advocate for the homeless Randle Loeb; Denver policeman Lt. Les Perry; community activist and youth leader Elisa Sagehorn; and community-based service organizations Project Angel Heart and Volunteers of America. The 2008 Martin Luther King, Jr. Lifetime Achievement Award will be awarded posthumously to the late political activist and civil rights leader Wilma M. Taylor. Tickets will be available at the door beginning at 6:30 p.m. A large turnout is expected, so plan accordingly.
