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Mesa County kicks off Martin Luther King Jr. Day events with children’s reading

Mesa County libraries kick off MLK Day week with a children's reading in Clifton, launching a series of community events leading up to January 19.
The reading featured titles such as Look What Brown Can Do and Skin Again, organized by the Black Citizens and Friends nonprofit in Mesa County.
Organizers emphasize MLK awareness and the value of a diverse community, highlighting how inclusion strengthens the community.
Upcoming events include Black Trivia Family Game Night and a Community Meal with poster awards, scheduled for January 14 and January 17 respectively.
A commemorative MLK Day march is planned for Grand Junction, beginning at 12 p.m. from Grand Junction City Hall.
The events are organized by the Black Citizens and Friends nonprofit in Mesa County, reinforcing local community collaboration.
The week-long observances build toward MLK Day on January 19, aligning education, reflection, and community events.
The Central Library is hosting the second MLK-related reading session on Tuesday at 6 p.m., expanding access across venues.
Marguerite Tuthill of the nonprofit describes the aim to spark children’s interest in reading while exposing them to MLK and his impact.
The coverage notes ongoing local programming and highlights related MLK Day headlines in the Mesa County area.

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