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Monday, Jan. 21, is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. For some, the national holiday honoring the prominent civil rights activist is a time to give back and serve the community, be it through removing graffiti or picking up litter in a local park. For others, it’s an opportunity to educate themselves about King and his life's work. And for others, it’s a time to just kick back and enjoy the prolonged weekend. Service Projects at Silver Spring Civic Center As part of the 2013 Day of Service in Montgomery County, join other volunteers for service projects at the Civic Center between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 21. Click here to sign up. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Tribute and Celebration The Music Center at Strathmore on …
More than 150 take part in activities, including a variety of service projects.
Transforming the life and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. into service was the purpose of "A Day On, Not a Day Off," the MLK Holiday celebration held Monday at Silver Spring's Civic Center. More than 150 volunteers came out to to spend the holiday remembering and celebrating Dr. King's legacy, by taking part in service projects, viewing a film on the Civil Rights movement, health screenings, and more. The "Day of Service and Volunteer Fair" was presented by the Montgomery County Volunteer Center, with activities organized by the GapBuster Learning Center ("GAP"), an education and leadership program for Montgomery County. Volunteers of all ages took part in an array of activities sponsored by local organizations, including craft …
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3:01 am on Wednesday, January 19, 2011
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