Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Orlando

The long struggle to establish Martin Luther King Jr. Day
In 1983, about 20 years after King's "I Have a Dream" speech, legislation for a Martin Luther King Jr. Day on the third Monday of January cleared Congress and President Ronald Reagan signed it
Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations and remembrances on the South Shore
Celebrations of his life are already taking place throughout the country – including here on the South Shore – ahead of the holiday in his name that did not become federally observed until 1986, nearly 20 years after his 1968 assassination. Martin Luther King Jr. Day wasn't recognized as an official holiday until 2000.
Lehigh Valley-area events celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Monday. Here are a few Lehigh Valley events to celebrate the civil rights leader’s life, his work and his dream. Eastern State Penitentiary will offer programming Jan. 18-20 exploring the profound impact of Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King and His Significant Influence on Afro-Latinos
Martin Luther King Jr. not only symbolizes the fight for African American civil rights but also represents a universal message that transcends ethnicities and nationalities. His legacy connects African American, Afro-Latino, and other marginalized communities in a shared struggle for dignity, equality, and justice.
Things to do around Metro Detroit during Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend
Here are 10 things to do around Metro Detroit this Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend: “Crossing Delancey” at Birmingham Village Players. This stage production is a funny love
What to do for Martin Luther King Day in Utah
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. According to National Parks Service, this holiday is always celebrated every year on the third Monday of January. But the question is: How can you celebrate Martin Luther King Day in Utah?
MLK Day 2025: Ways to honor Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and legacy in Memphis
From a visit to the National Civil Rights Museum to MLK Days of Service, here are some ways to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. in Memphis.
14 ways to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in the Charlotte area
Spend the holiday weekend doing a day of service, attending a walk and breakfast or going to the annual parade.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Orlando: Events to celebrate, honor the holiday
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Monday (Jan. 20), representing a time to remember the legacy of America’s famous Civil Rights leader and give back to the community. More than six decades have passed since Dr.
Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations in the Capital Region
The capital region has a host of events and volunteer opportunities you can join to commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Please let us know if we missed any Dr. King Volunteer Fair: Part of the New York State Dr.
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We celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy this month on MLK Day. Here's what to know
The annual day of remembrance for Martin Luther King Jr. is less than two weeks away, falling on Monday, Jan. 20, the same day as Inauguration Day this year. Here’s what to know about ...
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When is MLK Day 2025? How Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday became a federal holiday
January 20 marks Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the federal holiday that honors the life and legacy of the American civil rights icon who was assassinated in 1968. The holiday didn’t come ...
A look at the long struggle to establish Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Family and others carrying on Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy of equality, justice and nonviolent protest want Americans to ...