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Get ready to mark your calendars for a vibrant and meaningful community event in Desert Hot Springs! The Art Foundation of Desert Hot Springs, in collaboration with Living Word in the Desert, proudly presents the Martin Luther King Jr. Peace & Unity Walk. This event is more than just a walk; it's a celebration of community, creativity, and unity, perfectly capturing the spirit of Dr. King's legacy.

Event Details:

- Date: January 15, 2024

- Time: 10:00 AM

- Starting Point: 65971 Pierson Blvd. - 7/11

- Ending Point: Living Word in The Desert Campus, 12901 West Dr., Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240

Join us as we embark on a journey from the heart of Desert Hot Springs, beginning at the iconic 7/11 on Pierson Blvd. and culminating at the Living Word in The Desert Campus. This walk is not just a physical journey but a symbolic one, representing our collective stride toward a more unified and artistically vibrant community.

The Art Foundation of Desert Hot Springs (AFDHS) is at the forefront of integrating art into our community's fabric. This event is a cornerstone of our commitment to creative placemaking, where art becomes essential to community planning and development. We believe in the power of art to transform spaces, foster community engagement, and promote cultural understanding.

We aim to see art and culture thrive alongside essential community sectors like housing and transportation. This integrated approach promises to nurture a healthier, more connected community. We understand that such transformative change requires all community members' collective effort, planning, and investment.

As we walk together on January 15th, we are not just taking steps but making a statement. We demonstrate our commitment to advancing, promoting, supporting, and expanding artistic excellence, innovation, and creativity to benefit individuals and our community.

We invite you to be a part of this exciting movement. Your voice, participation, and ideas are vital to driving change in our city. By joining hands with the AFDHS, you become a part of a collective force working alongside our leaders to create a more artful, inclusive, and vibrant Desert Hot Springs.

Please take advantage of this opportunity to connect with your community through the arts and honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Let's walk together towards a future where art and unity are interwoven into the very fabric of our city.

For more information and to get involved, please get in touch with The Art Foundation of Desert Hot Springs:

Janice Gough, President

Let's unite Desert Hot Springs through the arts and make this event memorable and impactful!