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What to Do: MLK Day of Service Volunteer Opportunities

By: KNWA News
Updated: January 18, 2013
On Saturday, President Obama and the First Lady, the Vice President and Dr. Biden will take part in an event that's become a tradition, a National Day of Service on the weekend of Martin Luther King Day to celebrate Dr. King's legacy.

Click here to visit the National site to find a local service opportunity.

A full list of events sponsored by the NWA MLK Council HERE:
University of Arkansas events HERE:

The White House says this National Day of Service is about strengthening the communities that we call home, and that's a goal that we can all share.

The president and vice-president encourage Americans to join in on Saturday, take part in a food drive or help paint a school. Clean up a park or help make care packages for veterans.

Click here to find out more about the National Day of Service.

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