Honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr
A Day of Gathering
Join us on Monday, January 20, 2025 at following locations to gather in community and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr:
8:30-10:00 am - Breakfast with seniors at 1900 University Ave 4th floor, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
1:00 pm-3:00 pm - Community Gathering at Mitchell Park Community Center 3700 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303
Additional Community Events
To honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, YCS and our partners invite you to a series of activities in the mid-Peninsula Area on Sunday, Jan 19- Monday Jan 20, 2025 bringing the community together to celebrate our diverse heritage and commitment to service.
The following events are free and open to the community:
Sunday, January 19 (5:30-7PM) at First United Methodist Church of Palo Alto.
The event is being planned by Multifaith Voices for Peace and Justice, made up of Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Bahai, Quaker, Buddhist, and other faith communities, and is open to everyone. Marking the eve of the presidential inauguration and the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, the theme draws from Rev. King's wisdom: "We are deciding to love, because hate is too great a burden to bear," and asks, "Where Do We Go From Here: Chaos or Community?" The program will include local community leaders and music by several choirs, including Eastside Prep School Choir, and the First United Methodist Church and the Unitarian Universalist Church choirs.
For more information and list of speakers, CLICK HERE.
Sunday and Monday, Jan 19th & 20th, Oshman Family JCC Mitzvah Day, Various times and service projects.
Join us on Sunday, January 19 and Monday, January 20 for two days of service. Bring your friends and family to work together on various fun and meaningful projects to bring to life Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s inspirational legacy of community service, justice and equality for all. Mitzvah day will be held in person at the Oshman Family JCC, Gideon Hausner Day School, Los Altos United Methodist Church and other satellite locations.
Register here.
Monday, January 20, 2025 (8:30AM-10:30AM) at University Circle, 1900 University Ave, Fourth floor, East Palo Alto, CA 94303.
This free community event for community members 55+ & their families. The theme of the event is Bridging Generations, please join us for a multi-generational event that will include community dialogue, an intergenerational activity and a delicious breakfast. Registration is required.
Monday, January 20 (9am – 12pm) MLK Jr. Workday at EPACS Garden, 1286 Runnymede St, East Palo Alto, CA 94303.
Please join EPACS on their Founders' Day for a day of service at the East Palo Alto Charter School Garden. Park on the street or front parking lot. There will be signs directing volunteers to the garden. Please be sure to bring a refillable water bottle. Wear closed toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting a little dirty. Wear layers and sun protection as the garden can be cool in the morning and slowly warm up during the day. Please bring garden gloves if you have them, but we will have some provided. Registration Required.
Monday, January 20 (9am - 1pm) MLK Day of Service Tree Planting, 2033 Pulgas Ave., East Palo Alto, CA
Celebrate the life and work of Martin Luther King Jr. with Canopy and Los Robles Ronald McNair Academy! Family-friendly activities, community resources, and light snacks will be provided! Join us to help plant California’s first public school arboretum! Registration is required.
Monday, January 20 (10am - 12pm) East Palo Alto Community Service Day, The Baylands
Join The King Center, Beats by the Bay, and Live in Peace. Meet at the end of Runnymede street, next to the East Palo Alto Charter School. Come help us keep the Baylands clean! Gloves, bottled water, and garbage bags provided. Info Email: Kontac510@gmail.com
Monday, January 20 (11:30 am) Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at EPA SDA Church 994 Beech St, East Palo Alto, CA 94303.
It’s time to pray! By popular demand, Rev. Floyd Thompkins - Guest Speaker from St. Andrews Presbyterian Church in Marin, CA. Special guests: Breona Hicks, Peninsula Interfaith Community Gospel Choir, and many more! Theme: A search for a sense of direction. A soul food repast will be served following the celebration.
Monday, January 20 (11:30am -12:30pm) at sunken bowl/multi-purpose area in Mitchell Park in Palo Alto.
Dr MLK Jr Community Sing with Local Singer/Songwriter Deborah Levoy, leading us in songs to inspire peace, justice, and unity. Sponsored by Multifaith Voices for Peace and Justice songs will come from diverse faith traditions with a generous helping of folk favorites, old and new. Registration suggested.
Monday, January 20 (1:00 pm-3:00 pm) Community Gathering at Mitchell Park Community Center 3700 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303.
Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Gathering in collaboration with the cities of Palo Alto and East Palo Alto. This free community event features youth-driven service opportunities, live music, inspirational presentations, food trucks, and local organizations. All are welcome to honor Dr. King’s legacy through service and celebration. Registration suggested.
MLK, Jr. Day of Service Gallery
