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8 things to do with your kids this MLK Weekend

By MK Lakewood-Cerritos 2017 January 12, 2017

With Martin Luther King Jr Day around coming up, I’ve compiled a list of things you can do with your kids to commemorate the life of Dr. King.


1. Did you know that MLK Day is also a National Day of Service? Consider joining American’s across the country on Monday, January 16, 2017 as they take part in the National Day of Service. It’s a great way to honor Dr. King’s memory and to tackle a neighborhood issue. Learn more about Dr. King and the National Day of Service here.

When: Monday, Jan 16, 2017

Time: Varies

Cost: Free


2. City Of Cerritos MLK Day Ceremony

When: Monday, Jan 16, 2017

Time: 10 a.m.

Cost: Free


3. 2017 Long Beach Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Peace & Unity Parade

When: Saturday, Jan 14, 2017

Time: 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cost: Free

 

4. California African American Museum MLK Day Celebration

When: Monday, January 16, 2017

Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Cost: Free, Please RSVP here or by calling 213.744.2024.

 

5. 32nd Annual Kingdom Day Parade

When: Monday, Jan 16, 2017

Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Cost: Free

 

6. Free day at Los Angeles County Museum of Art

When: Monday, Jan 16, 2017

Time: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Cost: Free

 

7. Unity Celebration at the Kidspace in Pasadena

When: Saturday, Jan 14 to Monday Jan 16, 2017

Time: Saturday & Sunday 10:00am - 5:00pm, Monday 9:30am - 5:00pm

Cost: Event included with admission.

 

8. Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the Pretend City in Irvine

When: Monday, Jan 16, 2017

Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Cost: Event included with admission.