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Elder Terrence Haynes and Voices of Praise and Joseph Borsellino, award-winning composer and saxophonist, are among those performing when Calvary Baptist Church hosts its fourth annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration.
This year’s theme is “The Sounds of a Movement,” and takes place Saturday, Jan. 17, beginning at 3 p.m., at Calvary Baptist Church, 13 Ashland St., Haverhill.
The event honors King’s vision of equality and unity through song and storytelling, while highlighting the lesser-known heroes of the civil rights movement. Proceeds support the church’s scholarship fund and local outreach ministries, ensuring King’s legacy continues to inspire progress in the community.
The church will also present Drum Major for Justice Awards to community members that contributed to the civil rights movement.
Founded in 1871, Calvary Baptist Church is the oldest African-American church in the Merrimack Valley.
Those seeking to reserve a seat, ask questions or wish to become a sponsor are asked to email Pastor Kenneth Young at [email protected].