Communities across Michiana are planning to hold events over the weekend and on Martin Luther King Jr. Day to celebrate and honor the legacy of Dr. King.

JAN. 17

• South Bend Symphony Orchestra's "Celebration for a King”: An inspirational concert will honor and celebrate the work of King. The concert is free and open to the public. Donations will be accepted. Event location: Friday, Jan. 17, at 7 p.m. - Mt. Carmel Missionary Baptist Church (1620 S. St. Joseph Street)

JAN. 18

• Annual Black and White Presidents Ball in Hotel Elkhart's Ballroom - 6 p.m. (more info)
• MLK: A Day of Service at Tin Shop Theater - 10 a.m. (more info)

JAN. 19

• 26th Annual MLK Day Celebration at United Presbyterian Church in Cassopolis - 3 p.m. (more info)
• America's Sunday Supper in Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Four Winds Casino South Bend (3000 Prairie Avenue) Join in the 10th anniversary celebration for honoring King and his mission. The City Remnant will offer a meal, entertainment and conversation about the South Bend community. Tickets are $35 for adults and $20 for children ages 6-17. Purchase tickets by Tuesday, Jan. 14, by clicking here and searching "The City Remnant.”

JAN. 20

• Art for a Change at The Tolson Center - 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. (more info)
• Lake Michigan College Weeklong Celebration starts at Mendel Center (more info)
• MLK Prayer Breakfast and Open House at the Elkhart Public Library - 8 a.m. (more info)
• Annual MLK Day March - 9 a.m. (more info)

We will update this list as we find more. Feel free to email us at [email protected] with any other MLK Day events.