National Day of Racial Healing
Saturday, Jan. 17, 9 a.m. – noon with a breakfast 8 a.m.
Downtown Durham
For the third-consecutive year, the YMCA will convene a community gathering for the Kellogg Foundation’s National Day of Racial Healing. Highlighted by a keynote address from Rev. Chalice Overy from Pullen Memorial Baptist Church, this event is an opportunity to bring all people together in their common humanity and inspire collective action to create a more just and equitable world..
Look for information on registration coming soon!
Teen Day of Service
The YMCA and the United Way of the Greater Triangle are teaming up with community partners to celebrate the legacy of Dr. King with the MLK Teen Day of Service: “A Day On, Not A Day Off.” Teens from the Y Community are invited to come together as we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through a day of meaningful service and reflection. The MLK Teen Day of Service empowers young people to give back through hands-on volunteer projects.
46th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebrations
Join your community with a variety of events held in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. These events are held in conjunction with the Triangle MLK Committee.
Wreath Laying Ceremony
Friday, Jan. 16, 9 a.m.
1215 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh
Join this gathering of local leaders, clergy, and community for the Triangle MLK Holiday Weekend kickoff event and wreath-laying ceremony at the statue of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to honor his life and as a symbol of solidarity towards achieving a more beloved community.
Interfaith Prayer Breakfast
Monday, Jan. 19, 7 – 9 a.m.
Sheraton Imperial Hotel, Durham
The YMCA of the Triangle is a co-sponsor of the annual breakfast presented by the Triangle MLK Committee that brings together community members and leaders in celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s enduring legacy. A Lightner Y Achievers teen will be among the slate of speakers in the first half of the program.
Keynote speaker: Rev. Jemonde Taylor
- Doors open at 6 a.m. Breakfast is available until 8 a.m.
- The program starts at 7:15 a.m.
Memorial March
Monday, Jan. 19, 11 a.m.
Downtown Raleigh
The Lightner Y Achievers will lead the YMCA of the Triangle’s presence at the annual MLK Day March. March line-up begins at 10 a.m. with the event beginning at 11 a.m. from the State Capitol.
Day of Service
Monday, Jan. 19, All Day
MLK Day is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service to encourage individuals to volunteer within their communities in honor of Dr. King's legacy. Several YMCA of the Triangle branches are hosting events for staff, members and neighbors to come together for a common goal.