Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial in Washington D.C. (Photo – Ron Cogswell)
This week kicks off celebrations, educational events, and remembrances of Martin Luther King, Jr.
As we remember Dr. King, his speeches remind us of the role of love in our lives and in making lasting change. Here’s a list of local events in Pasadena honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy:
– MLK Day of Service: A Day On, Not Off
Saturday, January 18
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location
Muir High School
1905 N. Lincoln Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103
On the Saturday before the MLK Celebration (the official MLK Day of Service), it is our tradition to provide a local school with volunteers to help beautify the campus. Volunteers plant, clean up, and/or help with maintenance tasks. Afterwards, everyone enjoys lunch and entertainment from the students from the school.
– Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance
Sunday, January 19
3:30 pm
Location
Metropolitan Baptist Church
2283 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Altadena, CA 91001
– MLK Holiday Celebration and Student Awards
Monday, January 20
8:00 am – 12:30 pm
Location
Robinson Park
1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Pasadena, CA 91103
This culminating signature event begins with a continental breakfast and teach-in presented by PUSD administrators. For the highlight of the day, student winners from the MLK Essay and Visual Arts Contests are presented with awards, trophies, and cash prizes. City council representatives, PUSD officials, and community leaders and volunteers congratulate the students. The celebration includes dance and musical presentations from a variety of local student groups and organizations. An activity booth is available for kids of all ages.
Schedule
- 8:00 am: Continental Breakfast and Teach-in
- 9:45 am: Celebration and Program
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