Sunday's Scoop: Commemorating Sept. 11 in West Hollywood

In memorializing the 10-year anniversary of 9/11, there will be several observances in and around West Hollywood held to pay tribute to the thousands of people who lost their lives. Commemorations will take place throughout the day on Sunday, so there will be a number to choose from in your neighborhood. Here are some the events planned.

Patriot Day 9/11 Honorary Display

• Where/When: Sal Guarriello Veterans’ Memorial,
  8461 Santa Monica Blvd.
• Why Go: An honorary display will be placed at the memorial in memory and in honor of those who lost their lives in the September 11, 2001 attacks on the United States.
• Cost: Free

• Where/When: The corner of North Rexford Drive and Burton Way
• Why Go: West Hollywood's Brad Burlingame, whose , will be a keynote speaker for the dedication ceremony from 4-6 p.m. State Senator Fran Pavley and Assemblyman Mike Feuer will also be present.
• Cost: Free

• Where/When: The Los Angeles Fire Department Historical Society will hold an observance starting at 7 a.m. on Sept. 11 at 1355 North Cahuenga Blvd.   
• Why Go: There will be a flag raising ceremony and bells will be rung at the time each tower collapsed. Visitors can also tour the Los Angeles Fire Department Historical Society’s Museum after the ceremony.
• Cost: Free to browse.

9/11 Commemoration in the Park

• Where/When: The Grove will hold a special commemoration starting at 1 p.m. in the Park at The Grove at 189 The Grove Dr.
• Why Go: There will be special remembrances of the 9/11 victims and an honorary tree planting.
• Cost: Free.

• Where/When: The event will be held from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. at Westfield Century City Mall at 10250 Santa Monica Blvd. and another event starting at 10:30 a.m. at Sherman Oaks Galleria at 15301-15303 Ventura Blvd. in Sherman Oaks. 
• Why Go: Councilman Paul Koretz, who represents Laurel Canyon, is sponsoring the first annual events designed to help all residents learn what to do in case of an earthquake or any other natural disaster. The American Red Cross and members of the Los Angeles Fire Department, Los Angeles Police Department, and other local agencies will also be on hand.
• Cost: Free.

For West Hollywood Patch's past and future 9/11 stories, click here. Check out ActionAmerica.com if you'd like to tell the country how you're taking positive action in your community in the wake of 9/11.

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