Education Justice Alliance is hosting a free event for Black History Month event, Black Joy is Black History, on Saturday, February 22, 2025, fro 2 to 5 p.m., at Southeast Raleigh YMCA, 1436 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This free event features food, vendors, games and activities for kids. … [Read more...] about Black History Celebration: Black Joy is Black History
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19th Annual Carrboro Film Fest January 24-26
The 19th Annual Carrboro Film Fest takes place in Carrboro, NC, January 24 to 26, 2025. The festival is a celebration of independent cinema, presenting Southern films in a non-competitive setting. Tickets are $8 for individual screenings, $35 for a festival pass, $20 for a Saturday pass, and $12 for a Sunday pass. The screenings take place at Drakeford Library Complex, 203 South … [Read more...] about 19th Annual Carrboro Film Fest January 24-26
Chicken Salad Chick: Free scoop on Guest Appreciation Day Jan 23
Chicken Salad Chick is celebrating Guest Appreciation Day on Thursday, January 23, 2025. Every customer gets a free scoop of Classic Carol. Limit one free scoop per guest. Classic Carol is all white meat, shredded chicken, finely minced celery, mayonnaise and Chicken Salad Chick's secret seasoning. The giveaway is available for dine-in, carryout or drive-thru — no purchase … [Read more...] about Chicken Salad Chick: Free scoop on Guest Appreciation Day Jan 23
National Day of Racial Healing event for MLK Day with Raleigh Human Relations Commission
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
Dreamfest: Town of Cary’s MLK celebration — film, performances, community service, more…
Every year, the Town of Cary celebrates the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with Dreamfest, a collection of events. Dreamfest will take place from January 17 to 20, 2025, and will include storytelling, film, community service and more. Please visit the Dreamfest website for links to sign up for the various events. All descriptions on this page are from the Dreamfest website. In … [Read more...] about Dreamfest: Town of Cary’s MLK celebration — film, performances, community service, more…
Evening of Reflection & Remembrance at The Plant on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
The Plant, at 192 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting an Evening of Reflection & Remembrance with Heart2HeartNC on Monday, January 20, 2025, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. come together in community to reflect and remember the principles and actions that help us stay grounded during these challenging times — non-violence, mindful awareness, courageous speech, respect, kindness and … [Read more...] about Evening of Reflection & Remembrance at The Plant on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Chapel Hill – Carrboro NAACP’s MLK Day Rally and Service
The Chapel Hill - Carrboro NAACP is commemorating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., on Monday, January 20, 2025. Please note that, due to the expected freezing temperatures, the MLK Day rally is moving indoors. This change was announced on Facebook. The event will begin at a rally at 10 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 106 N Roberson Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Following the … [Read more...] about Chapel Hill – Carrboro NAACP’s MLK Day Rally and Service
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
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
Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee MLK Day Interfaith Prayer Breakfast, Memorial March, more…
The Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee has a mission of educating the community by expanding upon the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. They host several events every year. Here is what's announced so far. If the organization announces more events we will add them. Find all of the Committee's MLK events here. Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Kickoff Event -- 45th … [Read more...] about Triangle Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee MLK Day Interfaith Prayer Breakfast, Memorial March, more…
