MLK Day Roundup

Sunday, Jan. 16
MLK Tribute in Harvard Square
If you want your heartstrings plucked this Martin Luther King Day, head to the Harvard Square Fire + Ice. There, four students from the Community Charter School of Cambridge will recite the "I Have a Dream" speech. Bring tissues for unavoidable righteous weeping. 4pm. Free. Fire + Ice (harvardsquare.com)

Utopia Sundays: 7th Annual Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King
The all-inclusive Utopia Sundays party pays tribute to the most all-inclusive man of all. Rick James-tinged beats come courtesy of Jide Max and DJ Bruno, with live painting by Barrington Edwards. 50% of the proceeds from the door benefit Partners in Health. 9pm–2am. 21+. $15; $10 before 11pm. Machine (utopiabostonradio.com)


Monday, Jan. 17
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Open House at the MFA
In honor of the holiday, the Museum of Fine Arts is opening its doors free of charge. Be sure to check out the new Art of the Americas wing, where talks about specific works in the collection will be held throughout the day. Head to Remis Auditorium at 3:30pm for a performance by international all-lady singing group Women of the World, or stop by Gallery 332 to sketch the masterpieces and get drawing tips from a pro. 10am–4:45pm. Free. Museum of Fine Arts (mfa.org)

Martin Luther King Day of Service Celebration
To honor of the civil rights activist (and you, for the volunteering you'll hopefully be engaging in on this Day of Service), the Mayor's Office is mounting this free concert at Faneuil Hall. In addition to performances from members of the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras, there will also be a spoken word address by activist poet Nikki Giovanni and readings of Dr. King's speeches by local notables. 1pm. Free. Faneuil Hall (cityofboston.gov/arts)

Many Helping Hands: Cambridge MLK Day of Service
You probably have the day off this Monday, but that doesn't mean you should spend it slacking off. This isn't some random bank holiday thing, after all; this one's for Dr. King, and he's got a hefty legacy to uphold. Do your part at the Cambridge YWCA, where you can participate in a variety of volunteer activities: make scarves to benefit at-risk infants, put together Valentines for Cambridge seniors and much more. Bring along winter clothing, children's books and canned goods to donate. 2pm–5pm. Free. Cambridge YWCA (servicenation.org)