Talbot County, Maryland

08/22/2023

Category: County Manager’s Office

Talbot County, in partnership with the Town of Easton, the Easton Economic Development Corporation, The Arc of the United States, AmeriCorps/9/11 Day of Service will host an official ceremony to commemorate the events of September 11, 2001 on the corner of West and Dover Streets in Easton, Maryland. The ceremony will begin at 8:30 a.m. sharp, so that the tolling of the bells coincides with the moment the first tower was struck on September 11, 2001. The ceremony will be followed by an art show at the Talbot County Free Library featuring artwork created by community members during Summer 2023, including the unveiling of a public art installation entitled "Community".

What: A Day to Remember, 9/11 Day of Service and Remembrance

Where: Corner of West and Dover Streets, Easton, Maryland. In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held in the Meeting Room at the Talbot County Free Library, Easton Branch.

When:  September 11, 2023 – Ceremony commences at 8:30 a.m.

Schedule

Prelude – Easton Middle School Band

County Greeting – Chuck Callahan, President, Talbot County Council

Town Greeting – Megan Cook, Mayor, Town of Easton

Master of Ceremonies – Pete Lesher, Vice President, Talbot County Council

Presentation of Flags – Local Law Enforcement Representatives

Pledge of Allegiance – Dr. Sharon Pepukayi, Superintendent of Talbot County Public Schools

“Star Spangled Banner” – Gail Aveson

Invocation – Rev. James G. Pugh, St. Luke’s United Methodist Church of St. Michaels

Moment of Silence and Tolling of the Bells – Easton Volunteer Fire Department

Remarks – Deena Kilmon, Director of Strategic Initiatives at Easton Economic Development Corporation

Speaker – Pete Lesher, Vice President, Talbot County Council

“God Bless America” – Deputy 1st Class John Coleman, Talbot County Sheriff’s Office

“Amazing Grace” – Sean Guschke, St. Michaels Fire Department, Inc.

Presentation of the Wreath – Joe Gamble, Talbot County Sheriff, Alan Lowrey, Chief of Police for Town of Easton, Brian LeCates, Director, Talbot County Department of Emergency Services,

“Of Thee I Sing America” – Thalia Turner, St. Michaels Middle-High School

Closing Remarks – Deena Kilmon, Director of Strategic Initiatives at Easton Economic Development Corporation

Benediction – Rev. Demetrius A. Price, Union Baptish Church of Easton

Postlude – Easton Middle School Band

Who:   Local and State Officials, Fire, Police, Corrections, and Emergency Services Personnel, Community Leaders, Members of the Public

Why:   Two decades ago on September 11, 2001, many lost their lives to the 9/11 attacks and its aftermath. To honor the spirit of sacrifice made on that day, and the sacrifices that continue to be made by members of the Armed Forces, emergency responders, and their families, by uniting in remembrance, and in service and volunteerism in our community. 

RSVP is not required. For more information, please contact Susan Moran at 410-770-8010.

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