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SAN BERNARDINO, CA— The San Bernardino M.L.K. Day Parade and Extravaganza Committee is excited to reveal the distinguished grand marshals for the upcoming 4th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade & Extravaganza, hosted by the Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce and YouthBuild Inland Empire. The parade and expo will be held on Monday, January 15, starting at noon in Downtown San Bernardino, starting at YouthBuild Inland Empire, located at 624 W. 4th Street. The theme this year is, “Making a Difference in the Lives of All: ‘Justice, Unity, Inclusiveness for a Better Today.”
This year’s grand marshals include:
- Gwen Dowdy-Rodgers: Member of the San Bernardino County Board of Education in California, representing Area D.
- Pepe Serna: Renowned American film and television actor and artist, with a career spanning over 100 films.
The keynote speaker will be Benjamine Reynoso, San Bernardino City Council Board Member representing the 5th ward. Other highlights include: a Kids Zone sponsored by First 5 San Bernardino, Sunshine Party Rentals, and 20/20 Vision Youth; Art exhibits, food vendors, and community organizations such as Off The Chain Alliance, LUE Productions Community Umbrella Services, Uniteee, along with several others; and live performances from local artists on the main stage.
The parade announcers include: Mr. Wallace Allen of the Westside Story Newspaper and Empire Talks Back Radio and Robert Porter of I Love San Bernardino Radio. The Extravaganza hosts are Comedian Mac Rome and Lue Dowdy, President for the Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce – Inland Cities East Chapter.
For additional details about the event, please contact the Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce at 1.888.466.7408 or text Parade Committee Chair, Lue Dowdy, at 909.495.0848. Visit the chamber website at www.blackchamberofcommerce.org
The Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce and YouthBuild Inland Empire is proud to support and celebrate events that promote justice, unity, and inclusiveness within our community.
