The world is greater than the simplistic good versus evil. Nonetheless, movements to highlight the positive offer an acceleration of seeking a better world all around us.
Truly, the celebration and significance of MLK (Martin Luther King, Jr.) Day is greater than racial parity or of a boastful day for blacks in this country. The view of doing good things is the meaning of MLK Day. Our society first observed its significance officially January 20, 1986, or, now, 37 years ago. It is a positive and not a negative for anyone who seeks the goodness of life.
One day following in recent years we view a day, January 17 this year, of racial parity as an objective. We should see it as a glass half-full and not half-empty. Racial parity, of all kinds, is important because it truly hones in on the view that racially we have equal bearing to see our society in the best light as opposed to suppression in any form. Equality does not and should not, in any form, take the view that there is arbitrarily economic equality, rather economic opportunity equality. It is too easy for naysayers to see opportunity for others to be a negative situation and see gain by keeping down the other people, the other group, the rest of society.
• MLK Day varies from community to community, in part because each one of us has modifying views of society. Our experience, understanding, and orientation, either elevate our souls, or, drag us down. It can be difficult for some of us to be truly generous, however, in the long run the benefit to us is positive by seeing the best in others. It is a continuum which beckons our course and allows growth.
• Items inside reflect the advancement or stagnation of society and how each of us reacts to situations which has a true bearing on our views. A piece by Dr. Robert Renteria reflects positive aspects of Martin Luther King, Jr., the latter whose history and process can be used as a positive, or, ignored. Another inside focus on society can be found in South Dakota and an animal sanctuary which is built to serve 2.1-million-acre Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. The White Owl Animal Sanctuary last month was staggered by 30 inches of snow and busted plumbing pipes, harmful to anyone, however, in this case it prevents preservation of the animals and greatly impedes the existence of the residents. Assistance can be rendered.
Communities’ events and notes are important and should be duly noted for interest and information:
• Tickets are on sale for Downtown Naperville’s Winter Wine Walk 2023, an event in which those attending can sample a variety of wines and snacks and enjoy shops, restaurants, and spas in Downtown Naperville. The date to reserve is Sunday, Feb. 5.
• The Batavia Park District is conducting a community-wide survey to understand the needs of residents’ opinions on parks, facilities, and programs. The survey will take 10 or 15 minutes. Go to bit.lyBataviaPark District.
• The Elgin Symphony Orchestra concerts at the Hemmens Cultural Center in Elgin at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4 and Sunday, Feb. 5 will be directed by acclaimed New York-based conductor Kyle Ritenauer. A pre-concert discussion will take place ne hour prior to each performance. Tickets start at $20., $10. for students. Youth under 17 are free with an accompanying adult. Featured: Wagner, Beethoven, Smit.