Cobb County schools are closed on Monday, January 20, 2020 to observe the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. also known as MLK day. Here is a list of local events you can attend to celebrate the day. Click the links for more details.
- Cobb County Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration This annual celebration is hosted by Cobb County Government and the Cobb County branch of the NAACP at Jennie T. Anderson Theatre will include a Ccollection of dance, spoken word and voice/musical performances related to Dr. King's message.
- Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday at Children's Museum of Atlanta Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday at Children's Museum with special story times, music, and more.
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day at Atlanta History Center (Free Admission) Enjoy free admission to the Atlanta History Center and Atlanta History Center Midtown in honor of Martin Luther King Day. Featuring special programming highlighting the contributions and stories of African-Americans in Atlanta, with museum theatre performances and inspiring activities for all ages.
- MLK Day 5K Drum Run in Piedmont Park Participate in this 5K walk/run in Piedmont Park. There will be 3.1 mile drumline all along the race course.
If you can't attend any of the above events, you can also visit the following at a later date:
Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site - Admission is always FREE. Visit the places where Dr. King was born, lived, worked, worshipped, and is buried.
The Center for Civil and Human Rights - Visit the museum in downtown Atlanta. Tickets are $19.99 for adults, $15.99 students and children 7-12; FREE for children 6 and under.
“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: What are you doing for others?”
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Operation Gratitude: Say Thank You to Those Who Serve Collection Drive
Although the Cobb County libraries are closed on 1/20, they are running a Martin Luther King Service Project Jan 15- Jan 29th. Please see details below:
During January 15 – January 29th you can go into your Cobb County branch library during the drive and drop a letter or card in for Deployed Troops, New Recruits, Veterans, First Responders and Wounded Heroes and their Caregivers in the collection box.
The mission of Operation Gratitude is to lift the spirits and meet the evolving needs of the U.S. Military and First Responder communities, and provide volunteer opportunities for Americans to express their appreciation to all who serve our nation. Every year, Operation Gratitude sends 300,000+ individually addressed Care Packages to Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen deployed overseas, to their children left behind, and to First Responders, New Recruits, Veterans, Wounded Heroes, and their Caregivers. Your letter or card will be mailed to Operation Gratitude to be included in care packages to our heroes.
Please visit your Cobb County library branch website for further important instructions for your card.
MLK Day of Service in Grant Park - Community Service Opportunity
Join the Grant Park Conservancy for the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service in Grant Park on Monday, January 20, 2020 at 10 AM – 12 PM! This year we will be spreading mulch and picking up sticks and limbs, plus trash pick-up and other small tasks. This work day is great for families and small children. There will be a task for everyone! Remember- it's not a day off, it's a day ON! Bundle up and meet us in the park!
You must register to participate in this event: https://volunteer.handsonatlanta.org/opportunity/a0C1H00001U5PkH
There are a limited number of volunteer spaces, and they are first come, first served, so sign up today and start the year off by giving back to your community!
Find more community service opportunities for MLK Day HERE.
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