Racine Unified Students Mark Martin Luther King, Jr. Day by Volunteering

Several community organizations will get an extra helping hand from high school seniors on Mon., Jan. 16, for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

More than 200 students are expected throughout the day to visit the Racine Theatre Guild, the Eco Justice Center, the Hispanic Community and Resource Center, the Urban League, Goodwill, the  Women's Resource Center and Wheaton Franciscan All Saints.

"The community service activities are part of an entire day of events honoring Dr. King," said Jane Flis in an email to Patch. "This is a great way for students to help the Racine community and embody the life lessons of Dr. King."

Students will participate in community service project and social justice workshops before coming together for a celebration dinner at Memorial Hall that evening. Special entertainment for the dinner includes African dancers, music, student performances and a keynote address from Rep. Robert Turner (D-Racine).

Here is the schedule of events. Patch will have a photo gallery from the day:

8-11:45 am: Free breakfast and community service throughout Racine for high school participants

11:45 am – 12:30 pm: Peace and Justice Rally at the Dr. King statue and free lunch for high school participants

12:30-2 pm: Social justice workshops on topics including “Know Your Rights” and “Hip Hop & Street Art for Social Change.” The adult workshop will focus on Voter ID, registration and Get Out the Vote 2012.

5 pm: Free community banquet open to community members of all ages at Memorial Hall.

Check back here Jan. 16, 2012 to see our photo gallery from the events or feel free to add your own photos from the Martin Luther Kind Day events you attend.