Two Wichita groups have organized three events to commemorate the life and ideals of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. on the federal holiday — Monday, Jan. 20 — that recognizes the civil rights leader’s birthday.

Lawrence Restaurant Week runs through Jan. 26 and benefits the Hospitality Workers Relief Fund. See LawrenceRestaurantWeek.org for menus and other details. Friday, Jan. 17 Opening Night: “Native Gardens,

On the third Monday of the month, federal, state and local governments, institutions and various industries recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day.