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Day of Service for MLK Day (Jan. 15). The City of Peoria will be hosting Peoria’s first MLK Day of Service by bringing the community together in service of others. This is the chance for Peoria residents to connect, access needed services, celebrate diversity and help their community. A variety of health and wellness organizations and local community assistance groups will be in attendance to showcase their services for residents. The Franchise Band will be the featured entertainment, along with other multicultural entertainment and activities. Chaz Jackson, the president of the Arizona Chapter of the Buffalo Soldiers of America, will kick off the event. There will be volunteer opportunities, food trucks, a storytime by First Things First, free books for children, service providers and community resources. The onsite clinic will also provide vaccines for COVID-19, flu, pneumonia, and shingles vaccines for adults and children. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson St., Peoria. 623-773-7436 or peoriaaz.gov/events