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MLK Day is an official national day of service where citizens are encouraged to volunteer their time to make a positive change in their community. As the country continues to grapple with racial inequalities and divisiveness, King’s struggle for equality, liberty, and justice stays strongly relevant and inspirational. Martin Luther King Jr. was a minister and activist who advanced civil rights for people of color through nonviolence and acts of civil disobedience. He championed the right to vote, desegregation, labor rights, and other civil rights and protested against poverty, capitalism and the Vietnam War. On Monday, January 20, 2025, we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a leader whose vision for equality and justice continues to inspire. In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the library has curated a special booklist featuring works on Dr. King's life, the civil rights movement, and the ongoing fight for social justice. This year, MLK Day falls on Jan. 20. Celebrate MLK Day by reading about the icon’s advocacy for racial equality (and equity), working classes and other oppressed groups. For Adults. There are several nonfiction accounts of MLK in our collection, including King: A Life by Jonathan Eig. Released in 2023, Eig’s work won the 2024 Pulitzer Prize In 1999, Title 4, United States Code, (113 Stat. 1285), was amended to add the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday to the list of days on which the flag should be displayed. Observed the third Monday in January, celebrating the life and legacy of the Civil Rights leader, as well as a commitment to service. SOURCE: Martin Luther King Jr. Day. GovInfo. Register for Yale University’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day Commemoration, with guest speaker Bishop William J. Barber II, on Mon. Jan. 27, at 5 p.m. at Battell Chapel, 300 College Street. The event is free and open to the public and will also be livestreamed. All Yale libraries are closed on Jan. 20 in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. On Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Monday, January 20), all library buildings will be closed. We’ve gathered together title suggestions, online resources, and more to help you celebrate the life and legacy of one of the best-known leaders of the civil rights movement. As an AmeriCorps program, Teach For America’s mission is one that embodies service and community on MLK Day and throughout the year. To help you commemorate the life of the civil rights leader and work toward the goal of creating the Beloved Community, check out these resources and ideas. The annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Observance and Sunrise Celebration commemorates Dr. King's legacy and recognizes the connection between his life's work and the library world. Featured readings include selected passages from the works of Dr. King. Spearheaded by AmeriCorps, the site allows you to search MLK Day virtual and in-person volunteer opportunities in your community and explore numerous other resources. Find ways to support the National Civil Rights Museum or get involved with your local historical society. Billed as the largest Dr. King Day event in the nation, the Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service offers tons of opportunities to learn, build, clean and help on January 20th in Due to expected weather conditions and the impact of active fires in L.A. County, CAAM is postponing our King Day 2025 festivities until February 17, to coincide with the rescheduled Kingdom Day Parade. While programming activities have been postponed, the museum will be open on Monday, January 20, with all exhibitions on view 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. We welcome our community who would like to The Martin Luther King Branch is open 9 am to 5 pm on Monday, January 16 in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Join us for entertainment and activities that highlight how our deep roots in community continue to hold us together today. printable pdf. 9:00 am - 11:30 am . Communi-Tree 4. A Day of Giving. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a day to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who fought so hard for social advancement and justice. It’s also a time to reflect on how far we’ve come in achieving some of his objectives. “Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Inspire your Club members to transform Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s teachings into community action. Join us on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day as we celebrate one man’s dream to make the world a better place. This is a great time to engage in youth-led All Jacksonville Public Library locations are closed Monday, January 20 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. × Great Decisions 2025: America's World Affairs Discussion Program Each January, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy with an official day of service. In celebration of this tradition, the Library will be hosting its second annual Volunteer Fair. This event is an excellent opportunity to match prospective volunteers with local organizations who are looking for help. The Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch works to serve youth and foster artistic expression through art therapy, creative writing and spoken word programs, gaming activities, and a chess program. Outreach and collaboration with seniors living in nearby apartment building, along with assistance to persons with special needs, are all a part of the Mon., Jan. 20 1:00-3:00 For Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the library will be hosting a day of service to help our community. There will be drop-in stations to make items for local organizations, such as birthday cake kits, pet blankets, greeting cards, and more! All ages are welcome. No crafting experience is needed. Snacks will be provided for volunteers.Tie Blankets 1:00-3:00 2nd floorPet The day is marked by events and activities that promote King’s teachings of racial harmony and social justice. Ideas for honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Day include holding company-wide volunteer events, donate to charities that support MLK Jr.'s ideals, or create content that celebrates diversity and inclusion.
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