August 29, 2008

Dear Families and Friends,

For those of you who are just returning from vacation, I want to remind you to make reservations to attend the September 10th Information Forum and September 11th Commemorative Luncheon.  This year’s two day event, entitled A Day of Remembrance, is a full agenda of panel discussions, workshops and a 9/11 exhibit.  Our staff will be available by appointment to digitize photographs, memorial programs and other mementos you’d like to include in the 9/11 Living Memorial digital archive.  Seating is limited, so remember to contact our office early next week if you are interested in attending either day. In the coming week we will distribute a detailed schedule of events, but in the meantime we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about the event.       

Today marks the third anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, which devastated the Gulf coast in the summer of 2005 and took the lives of over 1800 people.  As I’m writing this letter, news reports indicate that Hurricane Gustav is once again heading for the Gulf Coast. The prospect of another hurricane in the Gulf Coast, with tropical storm Hannah forming close behind, emphasizes the importance of preparedness.  We have included a link to information from the American Red Cross on how to prepare for a hurricane.  During the month of September we will join the Department of Homeland Security in providing a variety of tips on our website on how to ready your homes and families for an emergency.   
 
In closing, as we celebrate Labor Day weekend our thoughts will be with those who may be affected by the storm.    

Warm Regards,

Mary and the Voices Staff

VOICES September 10th and September 11th Events

September 10th Day of Remembrance and September 11th Commemorative Luncheon

Below are details on our Seventh Anniversary commemorative events. We are still updating our agenda, so please visit our Seventh Anniversary Events Page to see the latest information on panels and participants. To RSVP for the Day of Remembrance or to make a 9/11 Living Memorial Workshop appointment please contact Michelle Doherty at (203) 966 - 3911, mdoherty@voicesofsept11.org.  If you are a family member, rescue worker or survivor and wish to attend the September 11th Commemorative Luncheon, please make your reservations by September 5th. Space is limited and is filling up fast. Our sponsors have subsidized the event so that we can offer lunch at $20 per person. Contact Michelle (information above) to make your reservation.

VOICES Programs and events

Teleconference Schedule:

Tuesday, September 2: Parents Tuesday AM Group 11:00am to 12:15pm

Tuesday, September 2: Parents Group 3:45pm to 5:00pm

Tuesday, September 2: Parenting Group 9:00pm to 10:00pm

Take Part in our 9/11 Living Memorial Workshops on September 10th

Our biggest round of 9/11 Living Memorial workshops this year is taking place at our Forum in New York City on September 10th. We encourage 9/11 families, rescue workers and survivors to attend. Contact our office to schedule an appointment between 10 am and 6 pm on September 10th. Reservations can be made by contacting Michelle Doherty at mdoherty@voicesofsept11.org or by phone at (203) 966-3911.

If you can't attend the September 10th event and want to begin the workshop process, you can schedule an individual appointment can be scheduled at our New Canaan, CT office. For more information on participating in the 9/11 Living Memorial project, contact our office or visit www.911livingmemorial.org.

events and INFORMATION FOR THE 9/11 COMMUNITY

If you would like to include your upcoming event in our calendar, please forward the information to events@voicesofsept11.org