Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center
This multi-purpose center has two meeting rooms, kitchen facilities, a computer room with controlled internet access, along with a games area including foosball, table tennis, and Playstation2 games. There is also an outdoor playground, horseshoe pit, and basketball courts adjacent to the facility. The smaller meeting room also serves as a library with a variety of adult and childrens books.
Hours of Operation: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Monday-Friday, Wednesday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Rental fees for MLK Community Center:
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Small Meeting Room (Library) |
$25.00 per hour |
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Large Meeting Room |
0-3 hours |
$50.00 per hour |
| 3-6 hours |
$40.00 per hour |
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| 6 or more hours | $30.00 per hour |
*A 2-hour minimum is required for all rentals.
*Fees subject to change for larger groups.
*Center Capacity: 125
Upcoming programs and events being held at the Center:
Enrichment Tuesdays Tutoring Program - Beginning September 7, 4:00-600 PM
Free. The Center along with New Visions Ministries sponsor this program which primarily focuses on tutoring and help with homework and special projects on a regular basis with Maryville College Bonner Scholar students. Singing, fun and fellowship are also included. Dinner is also provided. Tutors are also available on other days if necessary.
H.O.M.E. For Christmas - November 26, Time to be announced
This annual community celebration is our kick-off to the Christmas holidays. Join us in decorating the MLK Center and the surrounding grounds. Christmas trees will be erected and lit on the lawn (where the old swimming pool once was). Any family, church organization, individual or group interested in including a tree is welcome to do so. Light refreshments will be served at the Center following the tree lighting. The event is sponsored by H.O.M.E. INC. & MLK CENTER.
KWANZAA (matunda ya kwanza, Swahili for "first fruits") - December 30, Time to be announced
This week-long event is an African American holiday observed by African communities throughout the world to celebrate family, community and culture. We will share in "The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa" along with food, dance, song and poetry. This is a great time to learn how important it is to give back to the community. All are welcome to participate and partake in this great celebration.
Please note that the above activities have not been finalized and are subject to change. For more information, please call the Center at 983-1954.
PICTURED LEFT TO RIGHT: Sissy Ferguson-Center Director; Austin Price-Program Asst.
NOT PICTURED: Rudy Tate-Program Asst.
FACILITY PHOTOS
Large Meeting Room
Kitchen
Computer Room
Library
