ABOUT
The Howard County Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Commission (MLK) was established by order of the Howard County Executive to encourage and coordinate appropriate ceremonies and activities honoring Martin Luther King, Jr. Commissioners are appointed by the County Executive to serve an initial term of two years. Each year, the MLK celebration takes place on the third Sunday of January. The Day of Service takes place the next day on the third Monday of January. The Day of Service provides a variety of service opportunities throughout the community that is representative of Dr. King’s dedication to servant leadership.
Commission Information
Commissioners
Kurt W. Wall, Chair - Term Expires: 3/6/25
Hunter Craig, Vice-Chair - Term Expires: 3/1/25
Daniel Nairn, Secretary - Term Expires: 03/1/25
Dr. Clarita Dawson - Term Expires: 3/1/25
Maurice Frazier - Term Expires: 02/01/25
Teresa Garcia - Term Expires: 5/6/27
James Hollywood, III - Term Expires: 3/5/27
Tamerdis Hollywood - Term Expires 7/1/2027
Tina Horn - Term Expires: 5/1/27
Abbie Diane Martin, Ph.D. - Term Expires: 3/6/27
Bonnie Sorak - Term Expires: 3/1/25
Brett Vess - Term Expires: 3/1/25
Ishaan Busireddy, Student Commissioner - Term Expires: 7/30/25
Tabitha Dixon, Student Commissioner - Term Expires 6/30/25
2025 Meeting Schedule
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Commission meets on the first Wednesday of every month, at 6:00 PM, except in July. Meetings are open to the public.
January 06, 2025 - Special Meeting for Celebration Rehearsal
February 05, 2025
March 05, 2025
April 02, 2025
May 07, 2025
June 04, 2025
August 6, 2024
September 03, 2025
October 01, 2025
November 05, 2025
December 03, 2025
2025 MLK Celebration & Day of Service
2025 Celebration & Day of Service
Join us for a meaningful weekend honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.!
On Saturday, January 11, 2025, at 6:00 PM, come to the Howard Community Horowitz Center Smith Theatre for our Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration. Experience a powerful event featuring inspiring remarks, stellar performances, and the recognition of outstanding community members.
Register for the Celebration Here.
Then, on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at 1:00 PM, join us at the Harriet Tubman Cultural Center for a Day of Service. Participate in service opportunities and activities that reflect Dr. King's commitment to equality and social justice.
Register for the Day of Service Here.
For more details or to get involved, contact us at (410) 313-6430 or email MLK@howardcountymd.gov. We look forward to celebrating and serving together!
2025 MLK Day of Service Food Collection
MLK Day of Service Food Collection
Location: Area Grocery Stores
Sunday, January 12, 2024
12:00 PM to 2:30 PM
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Commission will be collecting pantry staples, nonperishable food items, sanitary items, and baby products for the Howard County Food Bank.
FOOD COLLECTION SITES
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Giant (Cradlerock) |
Giant (Center Park) |
Giant (Freetown) 6480 Freetown Road Columbia, MD 21044 |
| Giant (Elkridge) 6020 Marshalee Drive Elkridge, MD 21075 |
Roots Market 5805 Clarksville Square Drive Clarksville, MD 21029 |
Giant (Chatham) |
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Safeway (Enchanted Forest) |
Safeway (Long Gate) 4370 Montgomery Road Ellicott City, MD 21043 |
Giant (Dorsey) 4715 Dorsey Hall Drive Ellicott City, MD 21043 |
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Safeway (Harpers Choice) |
Green Valley Market |
Monthly Pop-Up Food Pantry
Monthly Pop-up Food Pantry
Join us at the Ridgley Run Community Center or Hopkins Methodist Church for our monthly food distribution Pop-up Pantry in collaboration with the Harriet Tubman Foundation. If you'd like to volunteer to help us sort and distribute food to the community, come at 8:30 AM.
RIDGELY'S RUN COMMUNITY CENTER: 8400 Mission Road, Jessup, MD 20794
and HOPKINS METHODIST CHURCH: 13250 Highland Road, Highland, MD 20777
For More Information:
(410) 313-6430
mlk@howardcountymd.gov
Meeting Agendas & Minutes
2025
January 08, 2025
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February 05, 2025
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March 05, 2025
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April 02, 2025
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May 07, 2025
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June 04, 2025
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August 6, 2024
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September 03, 2025
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October 01, 2025
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November 05, 2025
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December 03, 2025
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2024
The Office of Human Rights and Equity strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation to access a Public Commission meeting or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact ohreoutreach@howardcountymd.gov. Accommodations requested less than five business days before a meeting are not guaranteed, though every effort will be taken to provide said accommodation.
December 4th
November 6th
October 17th
September 4th
August 7th:
June 9th MLK COMMISSION RETREAT
May 1st
April 3rd
March 6th
February 7th
January 3rd
2023
2022
December 7th
November 2nd
October 12th
September 7th
August 3rd
June 1st
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- Minutes (No Quorum, no meeting)
May 14th Annual Retreat
May 4th
April 6th
March 2nd
February 2nd
January 12th
January 5th