9/11 Memorial Events in Westchester
This year marks the 22nd anniversary of the devastating attacks on 9/11. There are many 9/11 memorial events in Westchester where you and your family can collectively honor those lost and pay your respects. **Check with your local town as 9/11 memorial events and times are subject to change.**
Friday, September 1st-Monday, September 11th
Pay It Forward 9.11
This national incentive encourages kids to spread a message of kindness. Kids are given a new kindness assignment every day. Thus, they can then pay it forward with an action. The back of card explains “Why it’s good for you” (giver) and “Why it’s good for them” (recipient). Cards are available depending on the child’s age. This includes ages 5-10; 11-13; and 14-18. Learn more by visiting payitforward911.org/kids
Friday, September 8th-Monday, September 11th
9/11: Serve + Remember Day of Service (Various locations in Westchester)
Volunteer New York! and Westchester County Government recently partnered for the 13th annual “9/11: Serve + Remember” day of service. Through this community-wide program, families will have the opportunity to volunteer at many local organizations. Opportunities address local needs such as food insecurity, park beautification, a blood drive, and more. In addition, activities include writing letters to deployed military personnel, packing 50,000 meals for the local community, a hands-on CPR Workshop with Ossining Volunteer Ambulance Corp, creating cards for troops, and much more. Visit www.volunteernewyork.org/service or call 914-948-4452 for more information.
Saturday, September 9th from 9:00am-7:00pm; September 10th from 10:00am-7:00pm and Monday, September 11th from 9:00am-5:00 pm with a 9/11 Ceremony at 6:15pm
9/11 Memorial Ceremony and Never Forget Mobile Exhibit (Mount Kisco)
A mobile exhibit will be visiting Mount Kisco Volunteer Fire Department. In honor of Stephen, a New York City firefighter who lost his life on September 11th after carrying 60 pounds of gear on his back. He ran on foot through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the Twin Towers to help others and eventually passed. Thus, the Never Forget Mobile Exhibit, a high-tech, 83-foot tractor-trailer was created in honor of those who lost their lives, including members of the FDNY. Incredibly, the tractor transforms into a 1,100-square-foot exhibit. Thus, it is used as an educational tool as it travels around the country bringing awareness of the events and a way to honor those lost. Green Street Firehouse, 29 Green St, Mount Kisco, NY 10549.
Sunday, September 10th from 8:30am-11:00am
Vista Fireplace Wreath Laying Ceremony (South Salem)
Attend the Vista Volunteer Fire Department’s wreath laying ceremony in honor of those lost on September 11th. Held behind the Vista Firehouse, all members of the community are welcome to attend. 377 Smith Ridge Road, South Salem, NY.
Monday, September 11th at 11:00am
9/11 Memorial Ceremony (Valhalla)
This year, SUNY Westchester Valhalla will be hosting a 9/11 Memorial Ceremony in dedication of a new bench. This serves to honor of WCC alumnus Tom Foley, who lost his life with the FDNY on September 11, 2001. 75 Grasslands Road, Valhalla, NY 10595.
Monday, September 11th at 3:00pm
September 11th Memorial Ceremony (Valhalla)
Join Westchester County Government and George Latimer for a September 11th Memorial Ceremony at “The Rising.” This 80-foot-high steel structure honors Westchester residents who lost their lives on 9/11. To participate, guests should RSVP to attend at [email protected]. You can also watch the ceremony live on Facebook. Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla, NY.
Monday, September 11th at 4:00pm
Annual Tri-Municipal 9/11 Memorial Ceremony (Village of Croton-on-Hudson)
Join the Village of Buchanan, the Town of Cortlandt, and the Village of Croton-on-Hudson to honor the lost on 9/11. The ceremony takes place at the “Reaching Through the Shadow” memorial at Croton Landing Park in Croton-on-Hudson. However, if there is rain, the ceremony will take place at the Harmon Firehouse at 30 Wayne Street, Croton, NY.
Monday, September 11th at 5:00pm
Annual September 11th Memorial Ceremony (Larchmont and Mamaroneck)
This year, The Town of Mamaroneck, the Village of Mamaroneck, and the Village of Larchmont will be hosting the annual September 11th Memorial Ceremony. Held at Girl Scout Rock in Memorial Park, which lists the names of community members in Larchmont-Mamaroneck who were lost on 9/11, provides a way for the community to come together and remember. Additionally, the ceremony will include members of the Fire and Police Departments of the Town of Mamaroneck and Villages of Mamaroneck and Larchmont, the Mamaroneck EMS and Larchmont Volunteer Ambulance Corp, Veterans, members of the Clergy, local Girl Scout and Boy Scout troops, and public officials. Finally, everyone in the community is invited to attend. Myrtle Boulevard between Chatsworth Avenue and Baldwin Avenue (opposite Billy and Pete’s Restaurant).