Monday, Jan. 20 is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which means a few events happening around the city, plus changes to some city services.
The Seattle MLK, Jr. Organizing Coalition will be putting on their 38th annual march and celebration event starting at 8:30am on Monday at Garfield High School. The march will go from Garfield to downtown Seattle, where there will be a rally at Westlake at 2pm. They’ve also organized workshops, a job fair, and community meal open to all.
If you’re off work and looking to volunteer on Monday, the United Way of King County will be organizing the annual MLK Day of Service with various opportunities around the county. (Click here for a full list.)
Many Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities will close in observance, including the following:
- Community centers
- Teen life centers (SWTLC and MBTLC will be closed on Tuesday, Jan. 21 for the holiday as they are normally closed on Mondays)
- Environmental learning centers
- Indoor swimming pools
- Small craft centers
Boat ramps, golf courses, and parks remain open.
Garbage collection is normal, but King County Metro will be running on a reduced weekday schedule. Most government offices will be closed, as will libraries and post offices.
Image by Seattle MLK Organizing Coalition