September 11th Memorials Around Anchorage
This Sunday marks the 10th anniversary of the tragedy of 9/11/01. The people of Anchorage will be joining in with millions of other American citizens to remember what happened that day as well as celebrate the strength of the American spirit. If you are looking for a way to remember those we lost, there are several September 11th memorials happening around Anchorage.
Never Forget Fundraiser - Jodhpur Rd, 8am-6pm. All proceeds received from the sales of hotdogs and sodas during the local motocross races in Anchorage on September 11th will go towards the Alaska Fallen Firefighters Memorial. Please go out and support these guys.
Freedom Flag Run - North Star Speed Way (2151 Jensen Circle, Wasilla), 10am-4pm. Owners of classic cars, street rods, muscle cars, etc. are invited to participate in this 49th State Street Rodders sponsored event. Beginning at Carrs-Safeway in Palmer, cars flying the American flag will proceed down the Palmer-Wasilla Highway in memory of those we lost on 9-11. Sponsors want to surpass last year's line of cars that went on for five miles. If you're interested in participating, please call 745-2652.
Alaska Fallen Firefighters Memorial - 5th Ave & A St, 12:45pm. Beginning with a processional from 5th Ave & Fairbanks St, firefighters from around the state, including the Anchorage Fire Department, will proceed to the dedication ceremony of the new Alaska Fallen Firefighters Memorial located at 5th Ave and A St. The dedication ceremony will begin at 1pm, with a reception to follow at Anchorage Fire Station 1 (122 E 4th Ave).
September 11 Memorial Event - Curtis Menard Sports Center (1001 S Mack Dr, Wasilla), 3pm. The Director of the Joint Staff for Joint Forces Headquarters Alaska in Fort Richardson, Brigadeer General Deborah McManus will speak at this free event. Dessert will be served afterward.
While it's true that our country was rocked 10 years ago, we know it wasn't broken. If you want to do something to publicly remember what happened, consider attending one of these September 11th memorials around Anchorage. Even better still, take the day to do something thoughtful and helpful for your Anchorage neighbors. That is the spirit we need to show still lives in us even after a tragedy like 9-11.
Pauline Hofseth, your Anchorage real estate specialist
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