The Cocoon to receive Drum Major for Peace Award at Martin Luther King Jr. tribute event

Left: Amy Jo Holland and Peg Holland accept the Martin Luther King Jr. Drum Major for Peace Award from Mayor Mike Aspacher, Right: Kathy Mull, executive director of The Cocoon, speaks at an event. The Cocoon is the 2026 recipient of the Drum Major for Peace Award.

From CITY OF BOWLING GREEN

The City of Bowling Green Human Relations Commission will host its 37th annual tribute to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at 1 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 16. The event will be held at the Wood County District Public Library, 251 N. Main St., Bowling Green.

During the tribute, the Drum Major for Peace Award will be presented to an individual or organization that positively impacts the Bowling Green community and embodies the values of King: courage, truth, justice, compassion, dignity, humility, and service.

The 2026 recipient of the Drum Major for Peace Award is The Cocoon. The Cocoon seeks to be a trusted partner, community leader, and transforming voice in Wood County and the surrounding areas. The organization is committed to ending domestic and sexual violence, empowering those affected by abuse, while envisioning safety, justice, nonviolence, and equity for all people through social change.

The public is invited to join and enjoy light refreshments.