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Commemorating 9/11 in Northern VA
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, EVENTS
Memorial Service
Where: Memorial Garden, St. Peter’s in the Woods Episcopal Church, 5911 Fairview Woods Drive, Fairfax Station.
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When: Sunday, September 11, 8:46 a.m.
Cost: Free
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A commemorative memorial service to honor the victims, their families and the first responders of 9/11. Service will begin at 8:46 a.m., the time the first plane struck the north tower of the World Trade Center and will include a moment of silence, special prayers and Holy Eucharist. In addition, the church will be open during a prayer vigil from 6 a.m.-6 p.m. for anyone seeking time of prayer or contemplation. A regularly scheduled Sunday Holy Eucharist service at 10:15 a.m. will also be held.
Where: Air Force Memorial, One Air Force Memorial Drive, Arlington.
When: Sunday, September 11, 9 a.m.
Cost: Free
The Patriots & Heroes Relay will culminate on 9/11 with the delivery of the Code of Support to Admiral Mike Mullen, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, as a tangible demonstration of the nation’s support for our Armed Forces.
Official Pentagon Memorial 10 Year Commemoration
Where: Pentagon Memorial, 1 Rotary Road on the Pentagon Reservation in Arlington.
When: Sunday, September 11, 9:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
The Pentagon will have an invite-only ceremony for families of 9/11 victims. The Pentagon Memorial will re-open to the general public following the ceremony.
Arlington Historical Society's 9/11 Commemoration Event
Where: Hume School, 1805 South Arlington Ridge Road, Arlington.
When: Sunday, September 11, 9:37 a.m.
Cost: Free
The Arlington Historical Society will ring the bell 184 times, once for each victim of the 9/11 Pentagon attack. The Arlington Historical Museum, located in the Hume School, will also have a special Pentagon exhibit on display.
9/11 Ceremony
Where: Freeman Store and Museum, 131 Church Street, N.E. Vienna.
When: Sunday, September 11, 9:45 a.m.
Cost: Free
A ceremony sponsored by American Legion Post 180 and the town of Vienna.
Town of Vienna’s A Day to Remember
Where: On the grounds of the historic Freeman House, 131 Church Street, N.E., Vienna.
When: Sunday, September 11, beginning at 10 a.m.
Colonel David A. Lapan of the United States Marine Corps will be the keynote speaker. The public is invited to remember those who lost their lives and to show support for those engaged in the ongoing fight against terrorism. “A Day to Remember” is sponsored by Vienna’s American Legion Post 180 in cooperation with the Town of Vienna.
Wreath-Laying Ceremony at the Burke Centre Festival
Where: At the flagpole in front of the Conservancy Community Center, 6060 Burke Centre Parkway, Burke.
When: Sunday, September 11, 10:30 a.m.
Cost: Free.
A special wreath-laying ceremony will commemorate the ten-year anniversary of 9/11.
Crossfit Liberation Workout of the Day 9/11 Fundraiser
Where: Crossfit Liberation Gym, 9000 Lorton Station Blvd, Suite M, Lorton.
When: Sunday, September 11, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: Suggested donation of $15 to participate; $5 to spectate.
Crossfit Liberation is sponsoring a workout of the day (WOD) to raise money for the Disposable Heroes Project.
Arlington Bell Ringing
Where: Constitution Bicentennial Gardens, North George Mason Drive and Wilson Boulevard, Arlington.
When: Sunday, September 11, Noon
Cost: Free
The Bluemont Civic Association is sponsoring the ringing of a vintage Pennsylvania church bell to commemorate 9/11.
Reston Association's Sept. 11 Tribute
Where: Freedom Grove in Brown's Chapel Park, 1575 Browns Chapel Road, Reston.
When: Sunday, September 11, 1 p.m.
Community leaders will honor local residents who were lost on September 11, 2001. The South Lakes High School color guard will perform and Hunter Mill Supervisor Cathy Hudgins will speak. A musical performance at Brown's Chapel will follow the ceremony.
Fairfax County 9/11 Tenth Anniversary Remembrance Ceremony
Where: Fairfax County Government Center, 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax.
When: Sunday, September 11, 2 – 3 p.m. Please arrive by 1:45.
Cost: Free
Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chairman Sharon Bulova, Fire Chief Ronald L. Mastin and Police Chief Col. David M. Rohrer are scheduled to deliver remarks reflecting upon the events of Sept. 11, 2001. The Public Safety Honor Guard and Fairfax County Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts also will be participating in the ceremony which begins in the Government Center Forum, followed by a procession outside to the 9/11 Memorial Grove.
Breaking News Breaking Down Film
Where: Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center, 3740 Old Lee Hwy, Fairfax.
When: Sunday, September 11, 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
Broadcast journalist Mike Walter, who witnessed the attack on the Pentagon, will show and discuss his award-winning documentary film. The film examines the reactions and reflections of journalists, who cover major breaking news stories, including Sept. 11 and Hurricane Katrina.
Mt. Vernon Unitarian Church Interfaith Prayer Service
Where: Mt. Vernon Unitarian Universalist Church, 1909 Windmill Lane, Alexandria.
When: Sunday, September 11, 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
In commemoration of the tenth anniversary of the attacks on the U.S., we welcome people of all faiths to an interfaith religious service dedicated to prayer, praise and song in the spirit of healing.
The World Sings for Peace Concert
Where: Arlington Presbyterian Church, 3507 Columbia Pike, Arlington.
When: Sunday, September 11, 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
A concert by the NOVA Lights Chorale performing works in Hebrew, Swahilia, Arabic, English, Korean and Latin, accompanied by hand bells, violin, cello, clarinet, piano, bass and percussion.
Community Sept. 11 Commemoration
Where: St. Anne's Episcopal Church, 1700 Wainwright Drive, Reston.
When: Sunday, September 11, 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
The memorial celebration will include the music of Mosaic Harmony, and other communities of faith including All Dulles Area Muslim Society (ADAMS), Northern Virginia Hebrew Congregation, Washington Plaza Baptist, and United Christian Parish.
Evensong Service of Remembrance
Where: St. James’ Episcopal Church, 14 Cornwall St. N.W, Leesburg.
When: Sunday, September 11, 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
An Evensong service which will include prayers, litany readings and music.
9/11 Concert for Hope and Healing
Where: Abiding Presence Lutheran Church, 6304 Lee Chapel Road, Burke.
When: Sunday, September 11, 5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
The musicians of Abiding Presence Lutheran Church will present "A Concert for Hope and Healing." A freewill offering will be collected and given to the "Families of September 11," which is a non-profit that supports the families and children affected by the September 11, 2001 tragedies. Free childcare will be provided in our professionally staffed nursery.
Great Falls Defense of Freedom Memorial 9-11 Ceremony
Where: Great Falls Library grounds, 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls.
When: Sunday, September 11, 7 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, EVENT
A Decade After 9-11
Where: St. George’s Episcopal Church, 915 N. Oakland St., Arlington.
When: Wednesday, September 14, Labyrinth 6 to 7:30 at the Parish Hall; Taize 7:30 – 8:15 in the Nave.
In honor and memory of the 9-/11 victims, first responders and their families, a Labyrinth and a Taize.
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