Read The Dream

A Family-Friendly Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 

You're Invited!

Join us for the Read the Dream: Youth-Led MLK Day Experience, a free, community-centered celebration honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through literacy, creativity, service, unity, and youth leadership. This special MLK Day event invites students, families, and community partners to come together for an engaging and meaningful experience.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Families and students can look forward to an interactive and inspiring experience, including:

Storytime & Literacy Activities
Engaging read-aloud sessions featuring stories about Dr. King, equality, kindness, and leadership.

Hands-On Service Projects
Opportunities for students to serve others through kindness cards, decorated food pantry bags, encouragement crafts, and more.

Reflection & Dream Wall
A space for families and youth to share their hopes and dreams for their schools, neighborhoods, and future.

Prizes & Giveaways
Students may earn exciting prizes, including passes to local attractions such as the Cincinnati Zoo, Get Air, Slick City, and more.

Youth Art & Writing Display: “Dream Through My Eyes”

Youth Art & Writing Display: “Dream Through My Eyes”

We invite students to share their creativity and voice by submitting artwork, poetry, or written pieces inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream of unity, justice, and hope.

Selected submissions will be featured in our “Dream Through My Eyes” Youth Art & Writing Gallery during the Read the Dream: Youth-Led MLK Day Experience. This is a meaningful opportunity for young people to express what Dr. King’s dream means to them and to have their work celebrated by the community.

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Free Youth Basketball Clinic

Free Youth Basketball Clinic

Students are invited to participate in a FREE Youth Basketball Clinic as part of the Read the Dream: Youth-Led MLK Day Experience. This clinic is designed to promote teamwork, unity, perseverance, leadership, and character development—values that reflect Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy both on and off the court.

The clinic will be led by Coach Mike Hill and is open to students in 3rd grade and up. Whether students are new to basketball or looking to sharpen their skills, this clinic will provide a positive, encouraging environment focused on growth and teamwork.

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VOLUNTEER HERE

Volunteers are essential to making the Read the Dream: Youth-Led MLK Day Experience a success. We invite individuals, families, and groups to serve alongside us as we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy through love, unity, and service.

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Thank You Serve Ohio

The Read the Dream: Youth-Led MLK Day Experience is proudly supported by Serve Ohio, whose investment in service and youth leadership makes this community event possible.

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