Observed each year on the third Monday in January as “a day on, not a day off,” MLK Day is the only federal holiday designated as a national day of service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to improve their…
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Ways to Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Des Moines Kids
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is a day off from school, when families can explore the life, legacy, and lessons of the iconic civil rights leader (and take a break from schedules a bit). But Monday is also a day on: when kids and adults are…
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MLK Day in Des Moines: Your Guide to Events & Activities
Find 2019 MLK Jr Day celebrations and events here. “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. Des Moines will host a few…
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Your 2017 Guide to MLK Day Events & Activities in Des Moines
Find 2019 MLK Jr Day celebrations and events here. Martin Luther King, Jr. gave us many reasons to celebrate. There are several events in Des Moines that honor the inspirational civil rights champion. Below, find a list of special celebrations…
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