Long Grove 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

Long Grove 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

The outdoor event will take place on the 20^th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks and honor those who lost their lives, along with first responders.

Long Grove, Illinois – The Village of Long Grove, in partnership with the Long Grove Fire Protection District will be holding a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony in the fire protection district’s parking lot at 1165 Old McHenry Road. The outdoor ceremony will begin at 8 a.m. on Saturday, September 11 and is anticipated to last approximately 30 to 40 minutes.

“As Americans we should take pause every September 11th remembering those who, without hesitation, answered the call and made the ultimate sacrifice,” said Village Manager Greg Jackson. “This Saturday is the 20th anniversary of that fateful day, and the Village of Long Grove chooses to formally recognize those who have fallen and those who serve today.”

The event agenda will include:

1. Welcome Remarks – Chief David Riddle, Long Grove Fire Protection District

2. Blessing

3. Posting/Presenting of Colors (BSA Girls Troop 1490)

4. Singing of the National Anthem

5. Brief Remarks – Long Grove Village Board President Bill Jacob, Long Grove Fire Protection District President Kristen Linnenberger and Lake County Sheriff John Idleburg.

6. Presentation of Plaques of Appreciation to above listed first responder groups.

7. Flag brought to half-staff (Long Grove Fire Protection District First Responders)

8. Fire Bell Ceremony for those Lost and Never Found (Long Grove Fire Protection District First Responders)

9. Singing of God Bless America

10. Retiring of Colors (BSA Girls Troop 1490)

First responder representation will include members of the Long Grove Fire Protection District, the Countryside Fire Protection District and the Lake County Sheriff’s Department, which will be dependent on timing and participation in other events.

Dignitary invitations have been extended to those local, State and Federal elected officials that represent Long Grove.

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