SPRINGFIELD — In the annual celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., speakers called for action — not symbolic gestures — to bring economic justice, good schools and political fairness to everyone.

The City of Springfield will hold its annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Flag Raising on Monday. The celebration will take place at noon inside of Springfield City Hall. Officer installations for the 2025 Greater Springfield NAAPC will also be recognized at the event. The flag raising is free and open to the public.

From breakfasts, to food drives, to service projects, Massachusetts communities this weekend will celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.

Scholarships were awarded to Springfield students who exemplify academic excellence at the 43rd annual Scholarship Breakfast on Saturday at the Marriott Springfield Downtown. With a theme of “A Legacy of Hope,

Volunteers throughout Maryland gave back to their communities to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday. About 40 volunteers from Arts for Learning and CareFirst did their service at Baltimore's Thomas Jefferson Elementary/Middle School for the annual Dr.

Before you do, take a look at which facilities plan to be closed for the holiday. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is always the third Monday in January. This year, that falls on Monday, Jan. 20. Yes, Martin Luther King Jr.

Organizations across the NYC area are marking MLK Day with special events honoring the civil rights leader's legacy.