The City is hosting a celebration in honor of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 16 from 12 pm - 5 pm at Sara Sims Park (209 NW 9th Avenue). This outdoor, family-friendly event will feature music, history, education, food trucks, children's activities, a Non-Profit showcase and more.
Performances, which will take place on the Sara Sims Park Amphitheater stage, include the J Sharp Band, Boynton Beach High School Tiger Sound Band, Congress Middle School Cheerleaders and a variety of guest speakers.
Children of all ages are invited to participate in activities including Livin’ the Rhythm Drum Circle, basketball competitions with the BBPD Police Athletic League, bounce houses, corn hole, Jenga and more. To top it off – the Boynton Beach Police Department Hummer, complete with video games for children to play, and the Boynton Beach Fire Rescue truck, will be on site.
Food trucks will be on site, offering up an array of fare available for purchase. Selections include Ty's Tasty Palate (Cracked Conch, Shrimp, Grouper Fingers, Chicken Wings, Hamburger, Catfish Nuggets, Lobster Bites, Chicken Sandwich, Tilapia Sandwich, Catfish Sandwich, Grouper Sandwich, Onion Rings, Hush Puppies, Fries, Conch Fritters), The Picnic (Grilled Beef, Grilled Chicken, Arepas, Corn on the cob, Guacamole, Paninis, Tacos, Quesadillas, Cheese Rolls, Natural Juices, Sodas) and Kona Ice (Shaved Ice).
Eighteen civic and non-profit organizations will showcase their community services in fun and interactive ways. Residents may obtain a library card on-site from the Boynton Beach City Library.
Participating agencies include the Brain Matters Research, Blue Cross, Blue Shield (Florida Blue) Community Relations, Boynton Beach Mental Health Committee, Delta Sigma Theta, Eastern Stars, Foundcare, Boynton Beach Senior Advisory Board, Schoolhouse Children's Museum, Young Men of Distinction + more! Participating City departments include Boynton Beach Police Department, City Library, Development & Community Standards, Human Resources, Fire + Life Safety, Police Department + Neighborhood Police Program + Community Outreach, and Recreation & Parks.
Parking is available at Carolyn Sims Center (225 NW 12th Ave.) and Sara Sims Park (209 NW 9th Ave.).
A Day of Service neighborhood cleanup will be held immediately prior to the celebration from 9 am - 11 am at the Carolyn Sims Center. No RSVP is required. Cleanup supplies will be provided, along with coffee & donuts prior to the cleanup beginning at 8 am.
An American Sign Language interpreter will be present. For ADA accommodations, call 561-742-6241 or Florida Relay 711.
For more information, call 561-742-6010 or email events@bbfl.us.