VAL will be closed on Monday, January 20 in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. You likely already know that Dr. King was an advocate of education, community building, and social justice, but did you this national holiday in honor of his birthday is also a National Day of Service? This is a terrific opportunity to connect with your friends and neighbors and reflect on ways to help others in your community.
Looking for ways to honor Dr. King this weekend? Here are a few events happening around the state, shared from the Burlington Free Press:
- Former Selma, Al mayor James Perkins Jr. speaking at Burlington City Hall Park, 3pm Sunday
- Montpelier Chamber, Orchestra, and West African Dance performance, 4-6pm Sunday
- Jenna’s Place Family Celebration in Johson, 1-3:30 on Monday
- Gospel Choir Performance at the UU Church in Burlington, 3-5pm Monday
- MLK Convocation at St. Michale’s College, beginning 2:45pm Tuesday
- Keynote Lecture from Anthony Abraham Jack, 4-5:30pm on Thursday at UVM and online
We hope you find inspiration in Dr. King’s legacy of service and take some time this weekend to learn more about his contribution to the civil rights movement and engage with your community.