MLK Day: Fun-filled family activities at Milwaukee's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- A full day of scheduled community events took place Monday, Jan. 16, at the Milwaukee Public Library MLK branch -- on the city's north side -- to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his impact on communities like Milwaukee.

Monday was filled with a bunch of activities for kids and parents alike at the library, which opened for the first time on Monday since it closed temporarily due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

"I hope throughout this day you spend time not only reflecting on the life, works, and service of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., but also being inspired," said 6th District Alderwoman Milele a. Coggs.

Coggs told the crowd not to wait for the next leader to show up, she urged them to find value in their worth.

"You are loved, you have purpose, and you are great," she said. "And don't ever let anybody tell you different[ly]."

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley said the day is so much more than just a holiday.

"It's extremely important that we not only just recognize his life and his legacy, but really try to embody the words he spoke to many of us throughout this country," he said.

Performances inside the library also took place, including local choir groups and West African drum and dance.