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JAN. 17-19 FREE OKC Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration in downtown OKC (various locations) features a silent march, bell ringing, parade, job fair and more. 9am-3pm. okcmlkalliance.org FEB. 7 Norman Philharmonic’s Messages of Hope, Determination and Unity Concert: A Celebration of Black History Month & Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at Center for Arts and Learning (3801 Journey Pkwy, Norman) features Broadway star, Elvie Ellis, the Norman Philharmonic and 200-voice Unity Choir, in collaboration with Norman Public Schools Fine Arts. Attendees can also enjoy an Oklahoma Black Art exhibit and dance ensembles. All ages welcome. Adults, $18; students, $9. 4pm. normanphil.com
You Belong with the Stars! There are rules for everything. Don’t jump on the couch. A DOSE FROM DR. DAN
Don’t eat dessert first. Don’t ride a goldfish. Ok, some rules make sense. Some… not so much. But here’s a rule no one tells you: You get to decide how bright you shine. You don’t have to wait to be picked. And you don’t need a magic wand to be clicked. Is there something out there that makes you really happy? Maybe it’s a dream you’ve been keeping safe inside. Maybe it’s something special that takes your heart for a ride. Here’s the secret: Find your spark and hold it close. Next, add some hard work and see your shine grow.
With a little help and a little luck, your dream will start to lift you up.
Soon you won’t be able to hide your light. Your dream takes off like a rocket in flight. You choose how bright you shine in this world of ours, right up there, among the biggest stars. Editor’s note: Dr. Dan Molina is a physician, artist and advocate for mental and emotional well-being. Through his whimsical stick figure art, Stickadoodles™ , Dr. Dan shares heartwarming messages that resonate with kids and adults alike. Learn more about Dr. Dan and see more of his work at metrofamilymagazine.com/dr-dan.
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