MLK remembered, never forgotten.

Martin Luther King Jr., one of America's most influential people, was once again remembered and memorialized in a celebration of life ceremony at the Harrisburg Public Library.

Charlotte Taborn, who has organized the event since 2002, started the initiative two years earlier with her cousins Linda Williams and Stephanie Medlock.

"My cousin, who lives in Chicago, asked me, during a visit, if I was doing anything for Martin Luther King Jr. Day back in Harrisburg," Taborn said. "I told her then that I wasn't, so we put together a memorial book to share around."

Medlock printed the first book in 2000 in California. The initiative took wings as they prepared for years to come, hosting a breakfast in 2002 which then became the tradition until 2014.

Since then, a short memorial service has been held to commemorate the life and death of Martin Luther King Jr at the Harrisburg Public Library.

The service Monday was opened with prayer and words from the Rev. Ronnie Williams and followed by congregational songs, "Lift Every Voice and Sing" and "We Shall Overcome."

"It is an honor to be asked to be part of this program," Williams said.

Mayor Dale Fowler attended and shared a few words about the importance of remembering the work of Dr. King. The mayor also signed a proclamation marking the event of the day.

"Harrisburg is prospering because we try and keep everything positive," Fowler said. "Martin Luther King knew the importance of a strong positive attitude."

After Fowler signed the proclamation, Emily Drone performed a reading of "Martin's Big Words" a book written by Doreen Rappaport.

Once the book was closed, attention then fell on the crowd, which was encouraged to say something in reverence about Dr. King.

"I am thankful that Charlotte has kept this going for 14 years," Diane Taborn said. "Martin Luther King Jr. said 'I have a dream,' now we should have our own dream."

"It's not about black and white anymore," Lisa Bacon said.

More songs were sung by local talent, Lisa Bacon, Judy Hodge, and Johnathan McNease.

The final words came from the Rev. Williams and those in attendance were dismissed to enjoy refreshments that Charlotte Taborn provided.

"Martin Luther King Jr. did a lot of good things, he needs to be remembered," Taborn said. "It is our duty as Americans to carry on his work."

Taborn plans to schedule a breakfast meal in February and will be looking for sponsors for the event. No date is scheduled at this time.