Lexington MLK Day of Service
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Lexington MLK Day of ServiceMonday, January 20, 2014
First Annual
The Town of Lexington will commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with a Day of Service, honoring Dr. King’s legacy by committing our community to take part in assisting those less fortunate.
11:00am Unity Walk from the Battle Green to Cary Hall
Bring your friends, banners and warm clothes!
11:15-11:45 Welcome and Musical Presentation Cary Hall
1 - 3:30pm YMCA Community Day, Waltham YMCAHomeless children and adults will be invited to participate in games, sports, activities, etc. led by YMCA staff and aided by Lexington volunteers! We need you!! Over 30 volunteer roles!
12 - 2:30pm Lunch with Seniors at Lexington Villages:Greeley Vynebrooke
CountrysideYouth and adult volunteers will be invited to serve lunch and sit with resident seniors to reflect on the legacy of Dr. King. 6-10 volunteers needed at each village (middle school aged + up)
12 – 3:30pm Card Making and Donation Drive, Cary Hall
Make cards for Valentine’s Day for hospitalized, veteran and elderly citizens. Drop off donations for COMPASS for Kids to
support homeless families. Please donate: children’s books and quiet toys, healthy food baskets, gift cards for groceries, clothing, medicine, public transportation. Open to everyone!!
4:00pm Program Conclusion, Cary HallReflection on the day, and information sharing on regional philanthropic organizations to provide ongoing participation for volunteers throughout the year. Light refreshments.
Sign up to Volunteer online: http://vols.pt/hvRvKDFor more information, contact Sam Zales: [email protected]
Multiple Programs to choose from…