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Affirming the Legacy - The City of Bloomington's Annual MLK Community Celebration Event

The live broadcast of the 2012 Martin Luther King Jr. birthday celebration, including remarks by Mayor Mark Kruzan, Indiana University president Michael McRobbie, City of Bloomington King Commission Chair William A. Vance, Jr., and keynote speaker Lee Hamilton.  Musical performances by the Indiana University African American Choral Ensemble and A Men, a new local male a cappella group.  Volunteers who participated in "A Day On! Not A Day Off" are recognized, and the winner of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission's Legacy Award is announced.

Cub reporters Kai Grise and Dexter Griffin anchor this year's MLK Day documentary featuring kids talking to other kids at eight different service projects on the King holiday. Local youth talk about what they've learned from Dr. King and ask other kids if King's dream has come true, and what their dreams are for our world. Thanks to grown-ups who helped make this program: Betsy Prange, Nicole Griffin, Adia Waldburger, and Ryan Dawes. This program was supported by a grant from the city of Bloomington's Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Birthday Commission and was produced by Alycin Bektesh, Andy Shaw, and Chad Carrothers.

100 Blankets for 100 Years of Girl Scouts   (Total Vols: 600)

MonroeCounty Girl Scouts will complete their 100 Blankets for 100 Years of Girl Scouts on Monday, January 16,  from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at St. Paul Catholic Center.  Girl Scouts age kindergarten through high school will work with senior RSVP volunteers and IU Campus Girl Scouts to create 100 tied-fleece baby/child blankets.  These will be donated to local shelters and crisis support centers.  In addition, kitten and puppy toys, knitted hats, and cheery cards for housebound seniors will be created to donate to other local agencies.

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Alice Oestreich, alice1948o@yahoo.com or (812) 339-1855

Barbershop Health Fair   (Total Vols: 15)

Nu Alpha Alpha Chapter will host a Barbershop Health Fair on Saturday, January 21, .  The Health Fair will be held in three locations simultaneously.  The Barbershop has always been a bastion in the African-American community.  The Barbershop is used as an outreach station to make the community aware of services that can impact them.  This interactive event is designed to provide valuable health services and information to our communty.  Free diabetes and blood pressure screenings will be offered. Health information will be available at each site.

Date/s:January 21  - January 21  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Alrick Banks, pearldrop1911@gmail.com or (765) 325-7425

CommunityKitchen & McDoel GardensBeyond the Neighborhood   (Total Vols: 20)

The Beyond the Neighborhood Project will bring together neighbors and community members with the objective of addressing nutritional needs of at-risk youth.  Children are the most affected by hunger because they have the least control of where, when and what they eat.  Volunteers will learn about the services provided by Community Kitchen and the youth organizations we serve, work together to meet the need, and reflect on the ongoing positive impact we can have on our community in relation to the ideals of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Tim Clougher, assistantdirector@monroecommunitykitchen.com or (812) 332-0999

BloomingtonCommunity Orchard "Birds and the Bees" Day of Service   (Total Vols: 60)

The Bloomington Community Orchard will host its "Birds and the Bees" second annual Day of Service on Jan. 16 from 1-4 pm.  We will build two full beehive bodies from scratch as well as bird houses and mason bee homes.  These projects suit the skills and abilities of a wide range of ages.  When installed in the Orchard next spring, they will enhance the biodiversity of the commons, increase pollinator habitat, and contribute to free fruit for all!

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY) We will be installing the beehives and bird houses out at the Orchard in the spring of .

Contact:Toni Kessler, kesslerantoinette@gmail.com or (503) 805-4100

Bridge the Gap - Be a Friend for a Day   (Total Vols: 30)

CASCI will hold a “Bridge the Gap” event on February 24th,  for those individuals who are awaiting an Advocate, have an Advocate, or would like to be an Advocate (Friend for a Day). Members of our community will meet with those who have a disability while sharing a hands-on activity, a meal provided by a local restaurant, and an activity that highlights the concept that everyone has differences.  Peaceful acceptance of diversity is a goal within our organization and our community. Members of an IU fraternity and sorority will volunteer, as well as TSI & Options clients.

Date/s:February 24  - February 24  (One Day ONLY) Only enclement weather would cause date change.

Contact:Jo Gilbertson, jo_gilbertson_503@comcast.net or (812) 219-5566

Cook and Play the Healthy Way Family Festival   (Total Vols: 135)

Eating healthy and being physically active are important, but not always easy for families. Indiana University students and staff will host Cook and Play the Healthy Way, where families will participate in a healthy carnival and cooking demonstration. Children will be paired with college students and rotate through hands-on stations to learn about healthy snacks, games, and physical activity. Parents will learn to prepare nutritious and affordable alternatives to fast food meals. Families will taste healthy food and receive a free copy of the Menu Makeovers cookbook.

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:JoAnne C. Bunnage, Ph.D., jbunnage@indiana.edu or (812) 855-5210

"Cover Bloomington”   (Total Vols: 50)

The FASE Advisory Board at IU will host the "Cover Bloomington" initiative on January 16,  from 12pm-3pm. We will target displaced individuals in Bloomington by purchasing coats and blankets and giving them to homeless or disadvantaged men, women, and children.  Volunteers will help by making signs that advertise our initative and canvasing the community in groups to distribute the coats and blankets.

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Alejandro Arguello, alarguel@umail.iu.edu or (812) 929-2100

Energy "SWAT" Teams   (Total Vols: 60)

IUOS is partnering with BHSS, ESD, ViS and the SSC, to expand last year's dispatching of "Energy SWAT Teams" in the community on MLK Day.  After a series of pre-event audits conducted in late December and early January to assess the level of need in each home, teams will visit the homes on MLK Day to make basic energy improvements and provide residents information about how to make larger-scale improvements that will result in energy savings.  Improvements include CFL, weatherstripping, and other efficiency installations.  Participating homeowners will also receive information on how to do a “self-audit” of their home.

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY) Pre-assessments will be conducted by City of Bloomington and IUOS staff in late December and early January.

Contact:Emilie Rex, ekrex@indiana.edu or (812) 855-2678

Gala Appreciation at St Charles   (Total Vols: 670)

This project will have the St Charles school youth embrace their creativity and express their appreciation. St Charles students will create handmade appreciation cards to their mentors, educators and leaders at St Charles school.  We want to guide our children to express their gratitude to those that provide them care, love and direction directly each week.  We will also ask these students to create appreciation cards to those around our community… We will have each class select several influential people in their life and community so that we can thank them appropriately.  Our goal is to create 450 cards.

Date/s:January 14  - February 24  (Multiple Dates Offered)

Contact:Jenny Tracy, jtracy@bluemarble.net or (812) 824-6701

Mother Hubbard's Cupboard MLK Garden Education Project   (Total Vols: 35)

Mother Hubbard's Cupboard (MHC) will host a volunteer service project in support of our Garden Education Program on January 16,  10:00am-12:00pm. Volunteers will create educational signs for MHC's three teaching gardens. Additionally, volunteers will fill seed packets for distribution. A small group of volunteers will also plant seeds in flats for early season gardening.

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Stephanie Solomon, stephanie@mhcfoodpantry.org or (812) 355-6843

Habitat for Humanity MLK Service Project   (Total Vols: 400)

During the 40 Days of Peace, Habitat for Humanity of Monroe County will be construct several new homes for families in need of affordable housing. We will be working on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Volunteers are essential to making the homes affordable and for helping deserving families realize a dream!

Date/s:January 14  - February 24  (Multiple Dates Offered) We will be working on Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday of each week during the 40 Days of Peace

Contact:Maegen Ionoff, volunteers@monroecountyhabitat.org or (812) 331-4069

KISISpeaker Series: Jake Wood, Founder of Team Rubicon   (Total Vols: 100)

The Kelley Institute for Social Impact and IU Office of Veteran Student Services are partnering to host Jake Wood, the co-founder and President of Team Rubicon at Indiana University. Team Rubicon is comprised of veterans and medical professionals who deploy vanguard teams that bridge the gap in disaster response. Hundreds of US military veterans, many returning home after fighting ten years of war, find a renewed sense of purpose for their skills and experiences through Team Rubicon. For more information visit their website at: http://teamrubiconusa.org/.

Date/s:February 23  - February 23  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Molly Barwick, mobarwic@indiana.edu or (812) 856-7852

Knitting for Charity   (Total Vols: 50)

Knitting for charity to knit hats, scarves, mittens, and blankets to be donated to military troops and local non-profit organizations.

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Mary Ann Gingles, yarnsunlimited@comcast.net or (812) 334-2464

Find your perfect volunteer spot at Middle Way House Inc.!   (Total Vols: 165)

Middle Way House Inc. will host several volunteer opportunities. Our 8 hour Volunteer Training will occur on MLK Day. For those interested in gardening, volunteers will prepare for seed starting in the spring. We will have a painting project at our transitional housing facility. Our Youth Program will have general activities with our children from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm for volunteers who are interested in interacting with children. Preregistration is required for all volunteer opportunities except the Volunteer Training.

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY) All volunteer actives will begin at 9:00 am except for the Youth Program volunteer opportunity, which will begin at 4:30 pm.

Volunteers must preregister for every opportunity except the Volunteer Training. After they register, we will supply them with th

Contact:Debra Morrow, volunteer@middlewayhouse.org or (812) 337-4510

MilitaryFamily Re-integration Pack Building   (Total Vols: 12)

Collegiate 4-H Volunteers needs at least 12 volunteers to fill draw string bags, for about fifteen families, with board games for recently reunited military families. Collegiate 4-H will be coupling with Operation Military Kids, an organization devoted to youth who experience not having a father or mother due to active military duty, to create and distribute the family packages.

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Erin Cockrum, iucollegiate4h@gmail.com or (317) 432-5436

MLK Vision Project   (Total Vols: 45)

IndianaUniversity students of the School of Optometry (VOSH Volunteer Optometreic Services to Humanity) in their first and second year will greet clients and interview them for intake and medical history when they arrive.  Third and fourth year VOSH students will perform exams under the direct supervision of the staff and physicians at the IU Eye Care Center.  If necessary, eye glasses and lenses will be prescribed.  The Client will pick out frames and the glasses which the students make and test for accuracy locally.

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Monica Clemons, clemons.mm@sbcglobal.net or (812) 336-4310

Self-Sufficiency Support Through Donations   (Total Vols: 30)

My Sister's Closet has several people who request that we pick up their clothing donations.  We will pick up donations by appointment. Our goal is to reach out to those who would like to donate clothing, but lack the transportation, time, or containers, and then to process the donations into our thrift store boutique, making them available at low cost to the public and to all women with a free clothing voucher.  All voucher recipients of clothing have been classified as either low-income or at-risk.

Date/s:January 16  - February 11  (Multiple Dates Offered)

Contact:Sandy Keller, info@sisterscloset.org or (812) 333-7710

Noah's Ark: A Journey Towards Understanding Judaism and Islam   (Total Vols: 60-100)

Congregation Beth Shalom and the Islamic Center welcome participants to Beth Shalom Sunday, January 15, for a program on the beliefs and practices of Islam and Judaism.  After partaking of “Noah’s Pudding” four parallel sessions will feature a Muslim and Jewish representative who will present and respond to questions.  The complementary presentation topics will be weekly holy day observance, prayers, sacred texts and the role of performing service to others.  The sessions will be held three times allowing participants to rotate among the different topics.  The program will conclude with light refreshments, discussion and feedback on potential next steps.

Date/s:January 15  - January 15  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Deb Allmayer, dallmaye@iu.edu or (812 ) 325-3653

Pages to Prisoners Martin Luther King Day Packathon   (Total Vols: 70-80)

The Midwest Pages to Prisoners Project, which sends reading materials to incarcerated men, women, and juveniles, will have letter writing and book packing sessions on January 16,  from 10 AM to 8 PM.  We will use this opportunity to address a backlog of requests for books relating to African American history and social justice issues.

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Michael Lewis, lewismj@umail.iu.edu or (812) 325-1378

Picnic tables for the playground at Marlin Elementary   (Total Vols: 60)

During a one-day workshop, Scouts of Pack 136 will construct five picnic tables to be located at the playground at Marlin Elementary.  Volunteer team leaders will work with groups of Scouts to build the picnic tables; additional volunteers will cut lumber to size before the workshop. Each boy, regardless of age or ability, will have a task that is an important part of a successful project. Volunteers will coordinate a pitch-in lunch, drinks, and snacks for the workers. The Pack has committed to the long-term maintenance of the picnic tables.

Date/s:February 19  - February 19  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Julie Ramey, zubat_golbat@hotmail.com or (812) 340-2691

ReStore Reorganization & Cleaning Day   (Total Vols: 25)

Habitat for Humanity ReStore will partner with volunteers from Ivy Tech on January 16th from 9 am to 4 pm to reorganize merchandise shelving units, move and reorganize merchandise, clean displays and repair lighting fixtures at the HFHMC ReStore.

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Noma Maier, maier@monroecountyhabitat.org or (812) 331-2660

HarmonySchool's Social Action Day - A Day On, Not A Day Off   (Total Vols: 250)

HarmonySchoolis dedicated to making social action a part of our curriculum. On Martin Luther King Day, the entire preschool through high school, with teachers, parents, and community volunteers, will participate in Social Action Day, with workshops and activities, learning from activists, and performing community service. The day will begin with a gathering in the gym that reflects on Dr. King's teachings and how the history of civil rights relates to social action today.

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Lana Beck-Cruce, lana12@gmail.com or (812) 334-8349

Stories of Service: Preserving Veterans' Oral Histories   (Total Vols: 120)

Area 10 Agency on Aging is collaborating with community partners to preserve veterans’ stories.  The kick-off event on MLK Day, January 16, , will include guest speakers, veterans groups, presentations by a local ROTC program, and sign-ups to record.  Veterans will share stories and receive personal copies, and Area 10 will send some to the Library of Congress. The project will continue through 40 Days of Peace, concluding on Veterans Day, when we will compile stories into a presentation to be shared with seniors.

Date/s:January 16  - November 11  (Multiple Dates Offered) The project will commence on the MLK Day of Service Holiday, January 16,  with a kick-off event.  The StoryCorps project will take place the following week, and the recording project will continue until Veterans Day when the stories will be recorded.

Contact:Rebecca Nunley, rnunley@area10agency.org or (812) 876-3383 ext. 523

Talk To A Lawyer Today   (Total Vols: 25+)

The District 10 Pro Bono Project, Inc. will partner with local attorneys to host the annual Talk To A Lawyer Today project on MLK Day from 9 am - 5 pm. Free legal advice will be provided by walk-in or phone by coming to the District 10 office at the corner of 11th St. and N. Walnut in Bloomington or by calling (812) 339-3610 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST).  There is no income requirement for this service. This will be an excellent opportunity for participants to have their legal questions answered directly by an attorney.

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Rala Williams, rala.dist10probono@gmail.com or (812) 339-3610

The Smile Goes A Mile - Literacy Promotion at The Rise in honor of Dave Marshall   (Total Vols: 1000)

This project is designed to involve three elementary schools, Binford, Rogers and Unionville, in an effort to support the Rise Center in its drive to promote literacy. We will collect books for the center and buy library books that explore diversity.

Our intent is to honor the late Unionville Elementary School principal, Dave Marshall, a well-respected firgure in our community. He never knew a "bad" child; rather, he looked for the good in people, and was known for his smile. For this reason, we are calling this project "The Smile Goes A Mile."

Date/s:January 13  - February 24  (Multiple Dates Offered)

Contact:CindyCreek& Mike Love, ccreek@mccsc.edu or (812) 330-7767 ext. 220

Annual MLK Unity Summit   (Total Vols: 250)

The Unity Summit is an interactive and participatory program that encourages civil dialogue about diversity, multiculturalism, inclusion and social justice.  The state of the nation today is one of unrest and conflict.  We will discuss ways of diffusing volatile situations and learn how to combat the rise in bigotry. Empowering students to emulate the courage of Dr. King can improve the climate on campus. Discussing real life experience will help students learn about others, and resources and action plans will be given to every participant.

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Eric Love, elove@indiana.edu or (812) 855-2139

A Minute to Wait, Not Wasted: Volunteers in Medicine Waiting Area Beautification Intitiative   (Total Vols: 20)

IU Health Bloomington will thoroughly clean and beautify the patient waiting area of Volunteer in Medicine, primarily on Sunday, January 15th from 9am to 5pm.  If the work is not completed that day, volunteers will return on Saturday, January 21st from 9am to 5pm to complete the project. Volunteers will clean chairs, tables, and light fixtures, clean the carpet, paint the trim and add greenery to the space.

Date/s:January 15  - January 21  (Multiple Dates Offered) N/A

Contact:Carol Weiss-Kennedy, CWeisskenned@iuhealth.org or (812) 353-9371

Making Welcome Bags and Tactile Toys for Visually Impaired Babies   (Total Vols: 25)

VIPSBloomington will host "Welcome Bags for VIPS Babies" on January 16th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Volunteers will help make tactile toys and texture books out of donated items and craft materials for visually impaired infants and toddlers and assemble Welcome Bags for their families.

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Rebecca Davis, vipsbloomington@vips.org or (818) 585-8306

Voter Registration and ID Drives   (Total Vols: 115)

Since its inception, the NAACP’s primary focus has been getting people to the polls on election day. Because of voter ID laws, it isn’t enough to get people to the polls; we must ensure that everyone eligible to vote has the appropriate identification. The Monroe County branch along with the Indiana University chapter will execute multiple voter registration and ID drives; host educational forums; assist individuals, particularly the elderly and poor, obtain the appropriate documents; and transport individuals to the BMV to get IDs.

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (Multiple Dates Offered) Additional dates include March 19, June 18, Sept 17, Oct 15

Contact:Sharlene D. Newman, sdnewman@indiana.edu or (812) 345-9524

Alpha Sigma Chi Chemistry Fraternity Hands On at WonderLab

For Elementary School Age Children:

Scientists come from diverse backgrounds! Indiana University Alpha Sigma Chi Chemistry Fraternity will offer hands-on activities that highlight the contributions of different chemists to their field. The museum will be open special Monday hours from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm.

Sponsor: Southern Indiana Pediatrics

Date/s:January 16  - January 16  (One Day ONLY)

Contact:Jeanne Gunning, volunteer@wonderlab.org or (812) 337-1337 ext 21

YSB Garden Project   (Total Vols: 25-50)

Youth Services Bureau (YSB) will restore our shelter's raised garden beds.  We will facilitate educational opportunities for our shelter residents on preparing and maintaining the beds, as well as engage in conversations about nutrition, local food, and healthy living through a partnership with Mother Hubbard's Cupboard.  The YSB will use what is harvested for resident meals and donate excess food to local organizations.  We also hope to collaborate with Stone Belt to provide an opportunity for their clients to engage in meaningful activity by helping maintain the garden. The project will launch the week of MLK Day with educational activities in the shelter and continue throughout the year.

Date/s:January 17  - October 31  (Multiple Dates Offered)

Contact:Emma Ford, eford@co.monroe.in.us or (812) 349-2588