NORTHWEST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) - The inaugural Beloved Community Public Market & Resource Fair was launched Saturday night, helping to fulfill Dr. Martin Luther King’s dream for community and togetherness.

“There has been a very intentional and strategic effort over the years to really revitalize Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard in Miami-Dade County. And there’s a host of stakeholders Marvin Weeks, The Model City Trust, other organizations that have been really loving on, as I’d like to say, this community,” said a spokesperson. “And this effort adds on to it. We are joining in with them to use this space further revitalize this community.”

Local vendors, live performances, food, giveaways and resources were available for Miami-Dade residents, transforming the space in Northwest Miami-Dade into a vibrant hub of community engagement and cultural celebration.

The event comes as part of Miami-Dade County’s Dr. King Weekend of Service, honoring the civil rights leader’s vision for a better community.

Copyright 2024 Sunbeam Television Corp. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Join our Newsletter for the latest news right to your inbox