10th Anniversary of Sept. 11

Tenth Anniversary of September 11

Ways to Remember

Memorial Events - memorial events being held around NJ
Share your memories - post your memories or how your life has changed since 9/11
9/11 Memorial - the memorial site at the World Trade Center will be open to the public on Sept. 12, 2011; reservations required; reserve your pass here
Stop and Remember - In honor of the anniversary of the September 11th attacks, the Senate passed a resolution asking people to STOP AND REMEMBER at 1pm EDT on 9.11.11 - cease all regular activity for one minute and, as bells and sirens ring out, take a moment to honor the victims

Talking to Kids About 9/11

Talking to children about Sept. 11 - Carmen Juri talks about how to teach children about the attacks
What Happened? The Story of September 11, 2001 - originally aired on Nick News with Linda Ellerbee and can be viewed for free on iTunes
Resources for Parents - links and advice for parents from the American Academy of Pediatrics on discussing 9/11 and other disasters with your kids

Special Coverage

9/11 Ten Years Later - special section from NJ.com including stories and a chance for people to share their memories
Voices of September 11 - provides information, support services and annual commemorative events for 9/11 families, rescue workers and survivors

Ways to Give Back

Make Smart Donations - article cautioning people to carefully research charities that appear to focus on helping those connected to the Sept. 11 tragedy
Sept. 11 Serve & Remember - participate in service and remembrance activities on the 9/11 anniversary
Jersey Cares - volunteer projects across NJ from Wednesday, September 8th to Monday, September 12th, including one large (300 volunteer slots) project in Menlo Park on Sunday, September 11, 2011; Both teams and individuals are welcome to participate and volunteers ages 4+ are welcome at select sites; also several Operation Shoebox events being held to support troops
Memorial Site - donate or volunteer for the Memorial Site at the World Trade Center in NYC
9/11 Day of Service & Remembrance - join the 9/11 Tribute Movement by briefly describing what you will do this year (a good deed, charitable activity, or other plans) to honor the 9/11 victims, survivors and rescue workers
Tuesday's Children - non-profit family service organization for individuals impacted by the events of September 11 and terrorist incidents worldwide