September 11, 2001 Remembered Across the Charlotte Metro Area

Our nation’s extraordinary response to the September 11 tragedy demonstrated America’s true compassion for those in need. That
compassion is a powerful and unifying force to be reckoned with.

For the 10th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, several local events are being held in remembrance of the family, friends and
fellow-Americans lost that day. Here are but, a few of them:

Laps for Life at Charlotte Motor Speedway
Charlotte Motor Speedway and the American Red Cross will host a blood drive on Sept. 11. The “Laps for Life” Blood Drive…
Sunday, Sep 11, 2011, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Charlotte Motor Speedway | Concord

Interfaith Prayer Service
Interfaith prayer service in memorial for those who died 9/11/01, in commitment for a better future. Gaston neighbors from Hindu, Buddhist, Wiccan, Jewish, Christian, and Muslim traditions will be participating.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza in Gaston County

Americans Answer the Call: A Musical Celebration
Sunday, September 11, 2011, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
University City United Methodist Church | University City

Service & Remembrance Tribute Movement
Hands On Charlotte is proud to create opportunities for people in the Charlotte region to pay tribute through charitable service, and thereby
to recreate the spirit of community and selflessness that strengthened our nation at a crucial time. HOC is part of a national effort in this
initiative, and you can learn more about that by visiting www.911day.org. Hands on Charlotte offers dozens of volunteer projects Sunday,
September 11. There are several ways that you can YOU can join the 9/11 Tribute Movement…