2025 Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Lecture with Kevin Powell

In Celebration of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday and the 100th Birthday Year of Malcolm X The James Brown African American Room at the Newark Public Library presents:

If Dr. King and Malcolm X Were Here Now: A speech and community conversation with Kevin Powell

Join us for an inspiring afternoon with Kevin Powell—GRAMMY-nominated poet, civil rights activist, author, Tupac Shakur biographer, and much more. Powell will explore what Dr. King and Malcolm X’s legacies mean in today’s world, offering insights and sparking meaningful community dialogue. Learn more about Powell on our event's webpage: www.npl.org/MLK2025

This event is FREE and open to the public.

Book signing and reception to follow the event. Books will be for sale courtesy of Newark, NJ's own local book shop Source of Knowledge!

FREE PARKING for this event will be available at the Essex County Parking deck, entrance located at 20 Bridge, St. Newark, NJ.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from a dynamic thought leader, bridge-builder, and activist who has dedicated his life to justice, equality, and the power of storytelling.

Register now to reserve your spot!

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