Martin Luther King Jr. Day, or MLK Day, is a day to commemorate the life and work of Dr. King. Dr. King promoted nonviolent means to bring an end to racial segregation and injustice in the United States during the civil rights movement in 1955. Honoring him and all did, every third Monday in January communities are encouraged to reflect on principles of racial inequality, justice and social change. On this day Americans are encouraged to volunteer to improve their communities. Below is a list of events in Chester County for those who wish to volunteer their time on Monday, January 20th and the days leading up to it. If we did not include your event, please contact bethk@chescocf.org to be added.
Kennett Library and Voices Underground
Jan. 18, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
320 East State Street Kennett Square, PA 19348
Story Time @ The Library
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to commemorate MLK Day with us at the library! There will be a complimentary book, activities, and snacks.
St. Paul’s Baptist Church
Jan. 20, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
1 Hagerty Boulevard, West Chester, PA 19382
Annual MLK Day Food Drop-Off and Clothing Giveaway
Trinity Presbyterian Church
Jan. 18, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
640 Berwyn Avenue, Berwyn, PA 19312
Drop off food and books to benefit local communities
Martin Luther King CommUNITY of Greater Kennett
Jan. 20, 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Lincoln University Wellness Center, 1570 Baltimore Pike, Lincoln, University, PA 19352
Fellowship brunch followed by civil rights-themed choir performances, readings from Dr. King’s sermons, and more, including tours of the campus, exhibitions and vendors.
Bryn Coed Preserve Day for Nature
Jan. 20, 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
1869 Flint Road, Chester Springs, PA 19425
Remove invasive species, nurture native plants, and restore natural habitats
Kennett Area YMCA
Jan. 20, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
1570 Baltimore Pike, Lincoln University, PA 19352
MLK Day Breakfast & MLK Volunteer Fair in Southern Chester County
West Chester Area YMCA
Jan. 20, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
605 Airport Rd, West Chester, PA 19380
Do work in the preserve, stream cleanup and more
Coatesville YMCA
Jan. 11, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
295 Hurley Rd, Coatesville, PA, 19320
Coatesville Branch clean-up, outreach project, resource pantry