Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Orlando

The long struggle to establish Martin Luther King Jr. Day
It was first proposed four days after King’s 1968 assassination outside a Memphis motel. It took 15 years until it became a federal holiday.
For Delaware pastor, reciting Martin Luther King Jr.'s speeches is "a spiritual movement"
Rev. Dr. John Moore of Dover Christian Church in Delaware has memorized more than a dozen of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr.'s speeches.
Here are 11 ways to celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day this year in Louisville
Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy by participating in any of these 11 events around Louisville for MLK Day.
Volunteer, learn, and celebrate on Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Philadelphia
The organizations and museums celebrating MLK Day through concerts, exhibits, and volunteer opportunities in Philadelphia.
When is MLK Day 2025? How Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday became a federal holiday
Next Monday marks Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the federal holiday that honors the life and legacy of the American civil rights icon..
Abilene honors memory of Martin Luther King Jr with full slate of activities
From sun-up to sundown, Abilenians will have the opportunity to remember civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.
Where to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Houston, from parades to MLK Day of Service
Martin Luther King Day celebrations will take place in Houston this week, leading up to the national holiday on Monday
Things to do around Metro Detroit during Martin Luther King Jr. Day weekend
Stand-up comic Ryan Davis tours all over the country, and this weekend we’ve got him headlining the Comedy Castle. You may have seen him on HBO’s “All Def Comedy,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm” or the show “Insecure.” 7:15 and 9:45 p.m. Fri. and 7 and 9:30 p.m. Sat. $30. 310 S. Troy, Royal Oak. (248) 542-9900. Comedycastle.com.
Springfield Symphony Orchestra celebrates Martin Luther King Jr. with ‘New Musical World’
The Springfield Symphony Orchestra's third annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration concert, "New Musical World," will feature violin soloist Melissa White, left, and guest conductor Jeri Lynne Johnson, right. (Submitted photos) Submitted
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy at these Jackson County-area events
Jackson College is hosting its annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 in the Victor Cuiss Fieldhouse, 2111 Emmons Road.
How to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Sonoma, Napa counties
The holiday is the only federally-designated day of service. People are encouraged to participate in a “day of action” and spend the day doing something charitable to uplift their communities.
Martin Luther King's words echo through halls of Nassau County government building in tribute to civil rights leader
On Wednesday, county officials paid tribute to King, with some describing his legacy as a call to service and others saying ...
Documentary captures 1960s visits to Denver and Littleton by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
The film is focused on visits in 1964 and 1967, and how Coloradans responded when the civil rights leader was slain.