​San Jose Celebrates the National Day of Service and Remembrance

San Jose Celebrates the National Day of Service and Remembrance

The National Day of Service and Remembrance is observed annually on September 11th to honor the lives lost in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.

It is a day when Americans of all ages and backgrounds are invited to join and lead community service projects to honor the lives and service of those we lost on that day. On this day, we cross divides, differences, and ideologies to serve with neighbors and strangers alike to build important bridges in your communities.

A beautiful “Day of Service and Remembrance” was held to provide service and honor first responders, elected officials and leaders of local nonprofits on the grounds of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Chapel on Commanche Drive in San Jose. There were projects to tie blankets for needy children, cards for the sick, crayons for children in hospitals and many others. A bike drive resulted in many bicycles donated to Good Karma Bikes, who donate refurbished bikes to the those in need.

Hometown Hero awards were presented by Mayor Matt Mahan to the San Jose Police and Fire Departments. Certificates of Thanks were presented to local elected representatives: Mayor Mahan, City Council member Arjun Batra, State Senator Dave Cortese.

Non-profit organizations that were recognized were: Good Karma Bikes, HomeFirst, Days for Girls, Fleece Blankets, Moms Against Poverty, Santa Maria Urban Ministries, Children’s Interview Center, Operation Gratitude, The Crayon Initiative, Hope’s Corner, Cards of Hope and Little Free Libraries.

A certificate of Thanks was also presented to the Cupertino Symphonic Band, who performed at the event. Kids could see fire trucks and police vehicles and enjoy lots of games and events.

Attendees at the event enjoyed a dinner of hot dogs, corn on the cob, teriyaki chicken, salad, and watermelon. Kids also enjoyed free popcorn, shave ice, and churros.