Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s Public Schedule for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Monday, January 19, 2026

Mayor Parker to Deliver Remarks at Memorial Breaking Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Time: 8:00 a.m.
Location: The Crystal Tea Room, 100 E. Penn Square, 9th Floor, Philadelphia, PA

The Barristers' Association of Philadelphia's Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Breakfast is a signature annual event honoring Dr. King's legacy while celebrating leaders and organizations advancing justice, equity, and service in our community.

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Mayor Parker to Attend 31st annual Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service

Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: Temple University, Pearson-McGonigle Hall, 1800 North Broad Street, 3rd level
Philadelphia, PA

The King Day of Service embraces and celebrates Dr. King's legacy of civil rights and social justice by transforming the King Holiday into a day of citizen action, which serves as a springboard to year-round community involvement.

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Mayor Parker to Join Volunteers in Dr. King Day of Service Aimed at Helping Youth Students

Time: 11:30 a.m.
Location: Frances E. Willard Elementary School, 1930 E. Elkhart Street, Philadelphia, PA

In celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy of service, tutors with the nonprofit, Joyful Readers will gather at Frances E. Willard Elementary School in Kensington to create a brighter space for students and families in our community.

Mayor Parker will visit with volunteers who will paint vibrant, literacy-themed murals that transform the school and foster an environment where students can enjoy reading and academically engaging activities.