Martin Luther King Jr. Events Celebrate Legacy

Various communities are celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. through impactful events in January. The Alpha Phi Alpha Foundation of Howard County will host its annual breakfast on January 12, featuring speakers like civil rights leader Jesse Jackson Jr. and Xernona Clayton, aiming to inspire nearly 800 attendees while also supporting local youth programs. PennWest Clarion is set to hold its community breakfast on January 20 with the theme 'The King Legacy: Celebrating 30 Years of the Day of Service.' On the same day, the Greater Golden Triangle Youth Empowerment Group will feature attorney and reality star Michael Sterling at their breakfast in Beaumont. Additionally, the 41st annual Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Convocation at UC Santa Cruz will feature Olympic gold medalist Chamique Holdsclaw discussing mental health advocacy, reflecting on King's teachings of collective responsibility and compassion. These events highlight the ongoing relevance of King's legacy across diverse regions and themes.