Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service

BET.com shows you how to get involved.

A Day On, Not a Day Off - For almost 26 years, the third Monday in January has marked the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. federal holiday. For many it’s a day “on” for service, rather than simply a day off from school and work. Termed as the “MLK Day of Service” over the years, Dr. King’s holiday highlights an opportunity for Americans to honor his legacy through service. In the following pages, BET.com shows you how to get involved. Unless noted, all events take place on Jan. 16. — Danielle Wright
Detroit — March for Change - Join buildOn as they march for education, a better Detroit, change, peace, and in honor of recapturing Dr. King’s dream and revolutionary spirit. The march takes place from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.at 3200 E Lafayette St.(Photo: Bill Pugliano/Getty Images)
Community Cleanup - If the weather cooperates, work off the turkey and dressing by taking a walk around your neighborhood and help pick up trash. (Photo: The Plain Dealer /Landov)New York — Donate Coats  - Donate any new or gently worn coat in collection boxes located in all Burlington Coat Factory stores all across the country, including in New York, on January 1, 2012 - January 16, 2012.(Photo: Mario Tama/Getty Images)

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A Day On, Not a Day Off - For almost 26 years, the third Monday in January has marked the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. federal holiday. For many it’s a day “on” for service, rather than simply a day off from school and work. Termed as the “MLK Day of Service” over the years, Dr. King’s holiday highlights an opportunity for Americans to honor his legacy through service. In the following pages, BET.com shows you how to get involved. Unless noted, all events take place on Jan. 16. — Danielle Wright

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