Photo: Dr. King attends Montclair High School in 1967.
Montclair will mark Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a full slate of events spanning Saturday through Monday, bringing together faith institutions, schools, civic groups, and community organizations to honor Dr. King’s legacy through reflection, service, and togetherness.
From pancake breakfasts and scholarship programs to sermons and student-led service projects, this year’s observances emphasize the values Dr. King championed: justice, compassion, and collective responsibility.
Saturday, January 17
Brother-to-Brother Mentoring Program Annual Pancake Breakfast
The weekend begins with a community favorite hosted by the Brother-to-Brother Mentoring Program. Families and neighbors are invited to gather over breakfast in support of youth mentorship and community connection.
- Time: 8:30–11:30 a.m.
- Location: Wally Choice Community Center, Glenfield Park, Maple Avenue, Montclair
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Annual Martin Luther King Breakfast
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity will host its annual MLK Breakfast, a long-standing tradition honoring Dr. King’s leadership and legacy within the Black community.
- Time: 9:00 a.m.
- Location: Saint Paul Baptist Church, 112 Elm Street, Montclair
Sunday, January 18
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Sermon by Lawrence Hamm
Union Baptist Church will host a special MLK sermon delivered by Lawrence Hamm, offering reflections on Dr. King’s teachings and their relevance today.
- Time: 10:00 a.m.
- Location: Union Baptist Church, 12 Midland Avenue, Montclair
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Worship Celebration
Grace Presbyterian Congregational Church will hold a worship celebration honoring Dr. King through prayer, music, and reflection.
- Time: 10:00 a.m.
- Location: Grace Presbyterian Congregational Church, 176 Cooper Avenue, Upper Montclair
Monday, January 19 — Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Montclair Township 37th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Breakfast
A cornerstone of Montclair’s MLK observances, this annual breakfast celebrates Dr. King’s commitment to education while supporting local students through scholarships.
- Location: Montclair High School, George Inness Atrium, North Fullerton Street, Montclair
Charles H. Bullock Elementary School Annual MLK Day of Service
Students at CHB Elementary will read Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream” speech and participate in a service project packing meals to be donated to seniors in the community.
- Time: 9:00 a.m.
- Location: Charles H. Bullock Elementary School, 1 Washington Street, Montclair
Montclair Interfaith Council & Montclair Branch NAACP Annual Program
The Montclair Interfaith Council and the Montclair Branch NAACP will host their annual joint MLK program, bringing together faith leaders and community members for reflection and dialogue.
- Time: 11:00 a.m.
- Location: Union Baptist Church, 12 Midland Avenue, Montclair
YMCA of Montclair MLK Day of Service
The YMCA of Montclair will collect and assemble care packages for residents of First Montclair House, a senior living community, offering a hands-on way to honor Dr. King through service.
- Location: Park Street YMCA, 25 Park Street, Montclair
