A number of 9/11 commemorative events will take place this week around the Susquehanna Valley.
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1. Patriot Day Sept. 11, 2014, 8:30 a.m., Root Hall at Carlisle Barracks
Sen Pat Vance will join the Army War College to remember the victims and first responders of the terror events of 9/11 and acknowledge the national security professionals, U.S. military, U.S. federal civilians and international officers, who have committed much of their careers to counter terrorism globally. Guest speaker Pat Vance has dedicated a career of service as a nursing professional, a Pennsylvania. House member and, now, a member of the Pennsylvania Senate.
2.American Flags on 8-foot poles West Manheim Elementary School, 2000 Baltimore Pike, Hanover
The Exchange Club of Hanover will display over 450, 3-by-5-foot, American flags on 8-foot poles at West Manheim Elementary School, 2000 Baltimore Pike, Hanover, to remember those that lost their lives during the terrorist attacks on 9/11/2001. The flags were put up at 6 p.m. on Tuesday and will remain up until 4 p.m. on Sunday, September 14th.
3. Lancaster Catholic High School Blue Mass Sept. 11, 2014, 10 a.m., Lancaster Catholic High School Chapel, 650 Juliette Ave., Lancaster
Lancaster Catholic will mark September 11th by celebrating the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass as a LCHS family. We are inviting members of our community, who are first responders or military and their families to join us as we pray in thanksgiving for your service, for your safety and protection, for peace in our world and for the souls of the faithful departed, especially Dennis Cook, on this significant anniversary. While families are always welcome to join us for Mass, if you will be joining us as a first responder or member of the military please inform the Advancement Office at knolt@lchsyes.org or call717-509-0313, ext. 169.
4. York Habitat Gives Tribute on Construction Site Sept. 11, 2014, Windsor
York Habitat for Humanity supporters and veterans will grab their hammers and put on their work boots to help a local, lower-income family realize their dream of home ownership. In honor of those who were lost and those who have served in our military efforts, York Habitat will be dedicating a special build for this year's 9/11 Day of Remembrance. York Habitat will dedicate this special build day to honor those who bravely served and are currently serving our country. The public is invited to share in the ceremony and build a home for a family in need. Two shifts with 10 volunteers each are being offered at York Habitat's Red Lion Area School District project at 101 Schoolhouse Lane. Construction work on this property will continue with the installation of drywall during this Remembrance Day. In the end, this house will be a home for the Moffitt family. Volunteers will work from 8 a.m. to noon and noon to 4 p.m. Ten volunteers are needed for each shift and spots are still available. The build is on rain or shine. Volunteers may register at http://www.yorkhabitat.org.
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9/11 memorial events in the Susquehanna Valley
