Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations



Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations


Commemorate the life and work of Dr. King, who was a Baptist minister and prominent leader in the American civil rights movement. It's a great time to “reflect on the principles of racial equality and nonviolent social change espoused by Dr. King.

Friday, January 17

4th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service SC Youth Summit

Come develop your blueprint for life and ignite your purpose! Join us for the 4th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Sullivan County Youth Summit. High School Juniors & Seniors interested in registering should contact the appropriate school contact. Click on the ticket link to find the list of people to contact for registration. Loch Sheldrake. 9am

Saturday, January 18

Civic Minded: MLK Day Interactive Webinar

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, VOLUNTEER NEW YORK! is hosting a unique webinar focusing on civic engagement and community involvement. The webinar will guide you through a comprehensive understanding of how every action, big or small, contributes to societal change. You'll learn various ways to engage with and influence our community, drawing inspiration from Dr. King's enduring legacy. Our goal with this webinar is to empower and motivate, providing practical tips on how to get involved in causes you're passionate about. Discover how you can play a pivotal role in building a just community. REGISTER: VOLUNTEERNEWYORK.ORG/MLK. 10am

Monday, January 20

2025 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration

The Springfield Baptist Church and the Southern Dutchess Coalition will again be hosting the 47th Annual Birthday Celebration of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We have planned a meaningful program that includes inspiring speeches, musical performances, and reflections on Dr. King's impact. We look forward to your participation and attendance. There will be a continental breakfast, parade, Annual Celebration Service with Rev. Barbara Williams. Lunch will be served directly after the service. Attendees may eat in the dining room or take out their meals. Beacon. 8:30am

31st Annual Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr's March for Justice

Lineup will begin at 10:45am at Sacred Heart Church for prayers. March will begin at 11am, and continue on Main St, southbound to finish at Memorial Park (Main St & Maintain Ave) for a short program. Highland Falls. 11am

Celebration of Community

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, please join us for a Celebration of Community at Clermont. Learn about the Livingston family, and the enslaved men and women, native communities, servants, and other underrepresented groups who lived and worked at Clermont. Check out our award-winning exhibit, Redefining the Family: The Livingstons and the Institution of Slavery in our Visitor Center and enjoy a free tour of the mansion. There is no charge for this family-friendly event. You do not need to register online for this event; however, you MUST check in at the Visitor Center prior to your tour. Because of the capacity of the mansion, tour size is limited. Germantown. 11am 

Never Forget the Dream Commemorative Service

Pastor Paul Weathers as speaker. All are welcome. For details contact (845) 423-0543. Fallsburg. 4pm



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