September 09, 2011

God Bless America!

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Sunday is the tenth anniversary of one of the worst terrorist attacks on the United States of America since Pearl Harbor in December of 1941. If you ask any American, they will more than likely be able to tell you details of September 11, 2001, as everyone has their own story of this dreadful day in history.  Nearly 3,000 innocent people died in jet attacks into the World Trade Center towers, the Pentagon, and a field in Pennsylvania, as well as service members who have lost their lives in the two wars that followed.

Over 32,000 Wisconsin military members have served in the Global War on Terrorism. According to the United States Department of Defense, at the peak of the conflict in Iraq, the United States military had more than 150,000 troops deployed throughout the country. At the present time, over a year after President Obama officially announced the end of the combat operations, U.S. troops in Iraq have been operating as advise and assist teams. Assisting Iraqi security forces will help keep the operations throughout the country more stable than they’ve ever been!

Whether you have big plans this weekend with family and friends, or you’re taking it easy enjoying a weekend off of work, raise your flag, thank a member of the military or law enforcement, hug the ones near and dear to you, and God Bless America!

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If you’d like information on ceremonies in the area, please see below:

Gifts of Grace: Heroes of 9/11: 3pm and 730pm Sept 10, Schauer Arts and Activities Center; 147 N Rural Street; Hartfortd WI 53027 - An uplifting performance that honors America’s capacity for renewal and greatness. Celebrated pianist Mac Frampton, two world-class singers, and an ensemble of nine musicians commemorate the lives of America’s heroes and pay tribute to our local first responders. From The Gettysburg Address to New York, New York, the program showcases the poetry and music of our heritage.

Operation Homefront Freedom Walk 2011 - Operation Homefront invites you to join us for Freedom Walk 2011. Throughout the country, citizens will gather to walk together as a nation uniting our communities behind a commitment to never forget the lives we lost in the attacks on our country on September 11, 2001. Join us in support of the 10th Anniversary of 9/11 by walking with us. The walks are open to all interested walkers regardless of policy or political views.

Freedom Walk 2011 Madison, WI will be held at the State Capital.

-Registration and check in will begin at 7:00am.

-Ceremony will begin at 7:45am with the walk immediately following.

Freedom Walk 2011 La Crosse, WI will be held at Riverside Park.

-Registration and check in will begin at 1:00pm.

-Ceremony will begin at 2:00pm will the walk immediately following. 

10-YEAR REMEMBRANCE SERVICE, 10 a.m. Sept. 11, Stade's Farm & Market, 3709 W. Miller Road, McHenry. Patriotic medley and group singing. Special presentation of the Star Spangled Banner. Live music and inspirational message. Free cider doughnuts and coffee will be served. Information: 847-540-5024 or www.stadesfarmandmarket.com.

SEPTEMBER 11 CEREMONY, 9 a.m. Sept. 11, Veterans Memorial Park, 3400 Pearl St., McHenry. The public is invited to join the City of McHenry as they honor the people that lost their lives as well as those that put their lives on the line to protect us. A moment of silence will be observed at 9:05 a.m. marking the time when the South Tower collapsed. The City of McHenry Honor Guard will raise a flag that flew over Firehouse Engine 10 Ladder 10 located across the street from where Tower 2 of the World Trade Center stood. The flag was donated to the city by local businessman Mark Justen. Information: 815-363-2100. 

AN EVENING OF PRAYER & REMEMBRANCE, 6 to 7 p.m. Sept. 11, Spring Grove Bible Fellowship, 7664 Wilmot Road, Spring Grove. To honor those who gave their lives, those who continue to give their lives and focus on the One who gives us hope in seemingly hopeless circumstances. Information: 815-675-0041.

Posted by:  Sharon Clark

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