News Flash

The Orange County Office of Equity & Inclusion is proud to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by sharing a curated list of events taking place across Orange County. These events aim to bring the community together to reflect on Dr. King’s impactful work and inspire continued efforts toward equity and inclusion.

The Orange County Office of Equity & Inclusion remains committed to promoting policies, practices, and programs that address equity issues and build bridges among communities. Learn more about the Office's mission and ongoing work at https://www.orangecountync.gov/3011/Office-of-Equity-Inclusion.

MLK Day Events Schedule

January 17 – Orange County

• MLK Day Event at Passmore Center
  Location: 103 Meadowlands Dr., Hillsborough, NC 27278
  Time: 10:00 AM
  Details: Keynote address by Dr. Freddie Parker, retired Professor Emeritus at North Carolina Central University.
  Link: https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1030062129167211&id=100064902991925&_rdr

January 18 – Carrboro

• Youth-Led MLK Celebration
  Location: Century Hall, Carrboro Century Center, 100 N. Greensboro St., Carrboro, NC 27510
  Time: 1:00 PM
  Details: An inspiring event led by local youth to honor Dr. King’s legacy.
  Link: https://www.carrboronc.gov/calendar.aspx?eid=8171

January 19 – Hillsborough & Chapel Hill

• Hillsborough:
  • 2:00 PM: Gathering at the Orange County Historical Courthouse (104 E. King St., Hillsborough, NC 27278), followed by a march to Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church.
  • 3:00 PM: 30th Anniversary MLK Day Program at Mount Zion Baptist Church (5124 Hwy 86 North, Hillsborough, NC 27278).
    Link: https://www.mtzionamehillsborough.org/events-2-1
• Chapel Hill:
  • 5:00 PM: Coffee and dessert reception at the Friday Center (100 Friday Center Dr., Chapel Hill, NC 27517).
  • 6:00 PM: Keynote address by Dr. Donovan Livingston, Teaching Assistant Professor at UNC-Chapel Hill.
    Link: http://www.mlkpc-ch.com

January 20 – Chapel Hill/Carrboro

• NAACP Annual MLK Day Celebration
  • 10:00 AM: Rally at Peace and Justice Plaza (179 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill, NC 27516).
  • 11:00 AM: March to First Baptist Church (106 N. Roberson St., Chapel Hill, NC 27516) for a commemorative service.
    Link: https://www.chapelhillcarrboronaacp.com/post/chapel-hill-carrboro-naacp-hosts-annual-mlk-events-jan-20

Note to Participants

Many of these events are hosted by external organizers. Please confirm event details with the respective hosts.

Celebrate Dr. King’s vision by joining these events, which highlight his enduring impact and the work that continues toward equity and justice for all.

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Contact:

 Paul Slack

 Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer

 919-245-2317

pslack@orangecountync.gov