It's hard to believe it's been 10 years since that shocking Tuesday morning. With many Bucks County residents making the daily commute to New York City, the September 11th attacks hit close to home. To help the community heal and honor those lost in the attacks, the Garden of Reflection memorial was built in Lower Makefield Township as an official Pennsylvania memorial. Throughout September, they'll hold a series of events in honor of the 10th anniversary of 9/11/01.

Saturday, September 10, 2011

1st Annual “Ride of Reflection” Motorycle Ride: Marking the 10th Anniversary of the Attacks on our Nation is the inaugural “Ride of Reflection” motorcycle ride. The ride will commence at Brian's Harley-Davidson in Langhorne and end at the Garden of Reflection. T-shirt and patch are included in Registration.

Candle light vigil at The Garden of Reflection, 7:30pm: 2,973 candles were made in remembrance for all 2,973 victims we lost on that tragic day. The Vigil on the eve of the Remembrance Ceremony gives us a chance to pray for a loved one and to show they are never alone.

Sunday, September 11, 2011

Remembrance Ceremony at the Garden of Reflection, 8:30am: The Remembrance Ceremony commemorating the 10th year will honor and remember all the lives lost during the attacks on our nation The ceremony marking the chronological events will feature music, prayers, speakers and official honors. All are invited to attend. Guests should arrive by 8:00AM for the ceremony, starting promptly at 8:30AM until 10:15AM. Limited seating and accommodations for disabled will be provided The Garden of Reflection stands as an uplifting remembrance and beacon of hope to all 2,973 who are not with us today

Saturday, September 17, 2011

8th Annual 9/11 Garden of Reflection 5K Run/Walk: The 5k Run/Walk, now in it's 8th year, raises money for the ongoing maintenance of the memorial. Thanks to our generous sponsors and participants, this race has raised over $85,000 toward this effort.

Special Offer from Central Bucks YMCA:

As the nation marks the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on September 11, 2011, Central Bucks Family YMCA will offer free memberships to active and retired military and their families during the week of September 5 – September 11. Veterans can take advantage of our fitness center, gymnasium and aquatics center during that special week and participate in select programs and classes at no charge. Veterans will be presented with a special Y pin so they can be recognized and thanked by staff and members for their service to our country. A flag ceremony and moment of silence are also scheduled for 9/11. Please join us in thanking these Americans for their service and sacrifice for our country.

The Garden of Reflection 9-11 Memorial was created to remember and honor our loved ones and all 2,973 killed on September 11, 2001. It is situated in Memorial Park amid the natural beauty of Historical Bucks County farmland in Lower Makefield Township.

The Memorial designed by Yardley architect Liuba Lashchyk AIA invites us on a walking Memorial Journey symbolizing “After Darkness…Light”. This Memorial Journey leads from sorrowful reminders of tragedy and grief towards luminous symbols of Hope, Peace and Celebration of Life.

The dedication and support of so many individuals, organizations and volunteers has made this Memorial Garden possible. We thank you. We hope the spirit and symbolism of the Garden of Reflection will endure in your hearts as it endures in ours.

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