The YMCA of Greater Monmouth County hosts a free, online celebration of the life and service of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

The event marks the YMCA’s 33rd commemoration of the iconic civil rights leader, and will include the presentation of awards to local residents who strive to keep his dream alive and advance his philosophy of social justice.

The the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Human Dignity Award will be presented to Rabbi Sally J. Priesand, who was the first female to be ordained as a rabbi in the United States. Priesand served as rabbi at Monmouth Reform Temple in Tinton Falls for 25 years, retiring in 2006.

To register for the free virtual event or to learn more, click the link below.