Albany New York - One hundred and fifty people attended the Bethlehem Neighbors of Peace September 11 Vigil for Peace. The candle light vigil was organized in honor of those who died on September 11, 2001 and the 2 wars in the 2 years that have followed. Hy Kuritz, a World War II veteran, retired SUNY History and Education Professor and member of Bethlehem Neighbors for Peace gave a moving and informative talk. Statements were then welcomed from any participant and moving statements were given by many, from the very young to seniors, veterans and others.
Houston, Texas – a lovely vigil at Covenant Church. 170 people circled the labyrinth with candlelight. Speakers from the Buddhist, Christian, Muslim and Jewish faiths were
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Naples, Florida - A small group gathers for a candlelight vigil on the beach just north of the Naples Pier on Wednesday evening. The group joined with similar demonstrations worldwide backed by September Eleventh Families for Peaceful Tomorrows to promote peace and to remember the victims of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Photo: dtwagner@naplesnews.com">Dan Wagner From Naples Daily News article Group gathers at Pier to remember victims, promote peace
Princeton, New Jersey -
A candle-lighting ceremony at Princeton's Tiger Park on Wednesday marks the second anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
Staff photo by Frank Wojciechowski
Gainesville, GA - A Circle of Hope Vigil was held September 11, 2003 on the square in downtown Gainesville. Twenty five members of our community gathered to remember those that were lost. Joanne Steele shared her music and many participants shared their thoughts. http://www.peacecornergroup.org
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