The Raleigh Human Relations Commission and City of Raleigh are hosting a National Day of Racial Healing event on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event to celebrate MLK Day. Please RSVP to help with planning. Event attendees can look forward to insightful discussions, … [Read more...] about National Day of Racial Healing event for MLK Day with Raleigh Human Relations Commission
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Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend in Apex January 17-20
The Town of Apex is celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a Commemoration Weekend from January 17 to 20, 2025. Black Authors Exhibit On Friday, January 17, 2025, at 6:30 p.m., the Black Authors Exhibit will be at Halle Cultural Arts Center, 237 N Salem Street, Apex, NC. MLK Unity March and Breakfast Reception On Saturday, January 18, 2025 Social Justice … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend in Apex January 17-20
Black History Month events at Chavis Park: pop-up museum, market, family activities, more…
John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, is celebrating Black History Month in February, 2025, with a series of events that honor the achievements, history and heritage of African American leaders and innovators. There are events for both adults and children, and all of these events are free! Check for updates here. Honoring the Local Legend, Joseph … [Read more...] about Black History Month events at Chavis Park: pop-up museum, market, family activities, more…
Durham Really Really Free Market
Durham Really Really Free Market is a community gathering that's all about sharing. Bring what you don't need. and take anything you do need. It's not about buying, selling, trading or bartering. Just sharing. No money involved. Durham Really Really free Market generally takes place on the third Saturday of the month, from 12 to 2 p.m., at Orchard Park, 1000 S Duke Street, Durham, North … [Read more...] about Durham Really Really Free Market
Hayti Heritage Center’s 50 Year Celebration Jan. 17
Hayti Heritage Center, at 804 Old Fayetteville Street, Durham, NC, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a special event Friday, January 17, 2025, at 6 p.m. Enjoy reflection, storytelling and celebration in Hayti Heritage Center's interactive, hands-on space. This free event features: This event was announced on Facebook. … [Read more...] about Hayti Heritage Center’s 50 Year Celebration Jan. 17
MLK Day service opportunities with Activate Good’s Dignity Week
Activate Good has amplified MLK Day's calls to service into a week-long event, Dignity Week. Participants have opportunities to honor Dr. King's legacy by addressing needs in the Triangle's most underserved neighborhoods from January 17 to 25, 2025. Registration is required and spaces are limited. Some volunteer opportunities are appropriate for families. Volunteer opportunities include: … [Read more...] about MLK Day service opportunities with Activate Good’s Dignity Week
MLK Day with United Way of the Greater Triangle: Day of Service
United Way of Greater Triangle is celebrating MLK Day in 2025 with a day of service. The event takes place on Monday, January 20, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Boys and Girls Club of Wake County's Teen Center, 721 N Raleigh Blvd, Raleigh, NC. This is a youth-driven experience that will center the voices of today’s young people in conversations around community service, life transitions, … [Read more...] about MLK Day with United Way of the Greater Triangle: Day of Service
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Projects with Keep Durham Beautiful
Keep Durham Beautiful and its partners are helping to beautiful Durham in honor of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. There will be several service projects that you can participate in on MLK Day and throughout the week. Keep Durham Beautiful will provide all the tools for the projects. KDB and/or partner staff will meet volunteers at each location. Learn about the … [Read more...] about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Projects with Keep Durham Beautiful
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration at Duke University Chapel Jan. 19
Duke University is hosting the 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at 3 p.m., at Duke University Chapel, 401 Chapel Drive, Durham, North Carolina. Judge Jerry Blackwell, a member of the prosecution team that won a murder conviction for the killing of George Floyd, will deliver the keynote talk at Duke University’s annual MLK Commemoration this Sunday in … [Read more...] about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration at Duke University Chapel Jan. 19
21st Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. March & Celebration in Fuquay-Varina
The Cultural Arts Society of Fuquay-Varina is hosting the 21st Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. March and Celebration on Monday, January 20, 2025. The march will start at Falcon Park, 105 Falcon Drive, Fuquay-Varina, NC, at 9:30 a.m., and will conclude at the First Baptist Church of Fuquay-Varina, 105 N West Street, Fuquay-Varina, where a celebration will take place. The celebration … [Read more...] about 21st Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. March & Celebration in Fuquay-Varina
