08/31/2026
HOLLY INVITES COMMUNITY TO 25TH
ANNIVERSARY 9/11 DAY OF REMEMBRANCE &
COMMUNITY DAY
Community encouraged to come together to honor the fallen, support first responders
and veterans, and connect with health, mental health, safety and community
resources
HOLLY, MICHIGAN — On Friday, September 11, 2026, the Holly community will come together to
commemorate the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks with a special 9/11 Day
of Remembrance and Community Day at the Holly Fire Department, 414 N. Saginaw Street.
The event will run from 8:00 AM until 3:00 PM, with the formal remembrance ceremony beginning at
approximately 8:30 AM.
This event is about more than remembering what happened 25 years ago. It is about remembering the
people who were lost, honoring those who answered the call to serve, and bringing our community
together in the same spirit of unity that Americans demonstrated following September 11, 2001.
At 8:46 AM, the time the first aircraft struck the North Tower of the World Trade Center, members of the
community will begin reading the names of the 343 FDNY firefighters who gave their lives on September
11, 2001.
As each name is read, an American flag will be placed in that firefighter's honor.
343 names. 343 flags. 343 lives of service and sacrifice remembered.
The ceremony will include bagpipers, the Holly High School Marching Band, remarks from the Holly Fire
Department Chaplain, the Pledge of Allegiance, a moment of silence, and participation from community
leaders and representatives.
Following the reading of the 343 names, VFW Post 5587 and American Legion Post 149 will render honors
to the fallen with a ceremonial gun volley followed by Taps.
At the conclusion of the remembrance ceremony, attendees are encouraged to remain at the fire station as
the event transitions into a Community Day focused on health, safety, wellness, veterans, families and
the resources available to the people of our community.
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WHAT YOU WILL FIND AT COMMUNITY DAY
The goal of Community Day is simple: bring organizations directly to the people they serve.
Residents will have an opportunity to meet representatives, ask questions, learn about programs and, in
several cases, receive services right at the event.
HENRY FORD HEALTH
Representatives from Henry Ford Health will be available with health and wellness information and
resources for residents and families.
OAKLAND COUNTY HEALTH DIVISION
The Oakland County Health Division will provide health checks, vaccine services and community
health resources, giving residents an opportunity to learn more about programs available through the
county.
FRONTLINE STRONG
Frontline Strong will provide information and resources focused on the mental health and wellness of
first responders and their families.
The organization will be available to discuss support systems and resources available to those who serve
our communities.
COMMON GROUND
Common Ground will be joining Community Day to provide mental health assistance and resources for
citizens.
Mental health challenges can affect individuals and families from every background. Having Common
Ground at the event gives residents an opportunity to learn where help is available and how to connect
themselves, a family member, friend or neighbor with assistance when it is needed.
VERSITI BLOOD CENTER OF MICHIGAN
Versiti Blood Center of Michigan will conduct a community blood drive during the event.
Residents are encouraged to consider donating blood as a meaningful way to give back and potentially help
save a life.
Appointments are encouraged, and blood-drive information and registration are available through the
event's QR code and promotional materials.
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OAKLAND COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
Oakland County Emergency Management will provide information and resources related to emergency
and disaster preparedness.
Residents can learn more about preparing their homes and families before an emergency occurs and the
importance of having an emergency plan.
LAKE STATE RAILWAY
Representatives from Lake State Railway will provide railroad and rail-crossing safety education.
With railroad operations being part of the Holly community, this is an important opportunity for children,
families and motorists to learn more about staying safe around railroad tracks, crossings and trains.
VETERANS' RESOURCES
Veterans and their families will have an opportunity to connect with representatives and organizations
offering information about veterans' services and available resources.
VFW Post 5587 and American Legion Post 149 will also play an important role in the day's remembrance
activities.
FREE COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION
WOTA — Western Oakland Transportation Authority will provide transportation between VFW Post
5587 and the Holly Fire Department, helping make the event accessible to community members who may
need transportation or additional parking options.
Attendees are encouraged to take advantage of this service.
ALLSTATE
Allstate will participate in Community Day and provide information and resources for residents and
families.
SERVPRO
SERVPRO continues its support of the event, our first responders and the Holly community. Representatives
will be present during Community Day to interact with residents and support the day's activities.
MICHIGAN ASSOCIATION OF FIRE FIGHTERS
The Michigan Association of Fire Fighters will participate and provide information about Michigan's fire
service and the men and women who serve communities across the state.
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HOLLY COMMUNITY & LOCAL GOVERNMENT
Representatives from the Village of Holly Council and Administration and community organizations will
be part of the day's activities.
The Holly DDA/Dickens Festival will also participate, providing another opportunity for residents to
connect with organizations working within the Holly community.
3D EATERY
3D Eatery will have food available for purchase during the event, giving attendees an opportunity to remain
on site, visit the resource organizations and spend time together as a community.
AND MORE
Additional community organizations, businesses and public-service partners will be represented
throughout the day.
Community Day is intended to provide something useful for families, seniors, veterans, first responders,
children and residents throughout the Holly area.
WHY WE NEED THE COMMUNITY TO SHOW UP
Twenty-five years have passed since September 11, 2001.
There is now an entire generation of young people who were not alive when the attacks occurred.
That makes gatherings like this increasingly important.
We encourage parents to bring their children.
We encourage veterans to attend.
We encourage current and retired firefighters, police officers, EMS personnel, dispatchers, healthcare
professionals and members of the military to stand with us.
We encourage our local businesses, schools, churches, organizations and residents simply to come
together.
For those who remember September 11, this is an opportunity to ensure the stories and sacrifices of that
day continue to be passed to the next generation.
For younger members of our community, it is an opportunity to see what remembrance, service and
community look like.
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This is not about one fire department, one organization or one group.
It is about remembering the 343 FDNY firefighters who went to work on September 11, 2001, and never
returned home.
It is about remembering the thousands of innocent people who lost their lives.
And it is about remembering how Americans responded afterward — neighbors helping neighbors,
strangers helping strangers, and communities standing together.
Twenty-five years later, we have an opportunity to demonstrate that same spirit here in Holly.
COME FOR THE REMEMBRANCE — STAY FOR THE
COMMUNITY
The 9/11 Day of Remembrance and Community Day is open to everyone.
You do not need to be affiliated with the fire service, military or Village government to participate.
Come for the ceremony.
Bring your family.
Stand beside our first responders and veterans.
Stay and meet the organizations serving our community.
Donate blood.
Learn about mental health resources.
Get connected with health and veterans' services.
Learn about railroad and emergency preparedness safety.
Meet the people and organizations working every day to make our community stronger.
Most importantly, help us show that 25 years later, Holly remembers.
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EVENT INFORMATION
Holly 9/11 Day of Remembrance & Community Day
Friday, September 11, 2026
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Holly Fire Department
414 N. Saginaw Street
Holly, Michigan 48442
Formal Remembrance Ceremony: Approximately 8:30 AM
Reading of the 343: Begins precisely at 8:46 AM
Community Day: Following the remembrance ceremony through 3:00 PM
WOTA Transportation: Transportation will be available between VFW Post 5587 and the Holly Fire
Department.
MEDIA CONTACT
Chief Jeremy Watson
Holly Fire Department
Village of Holly, Michigan
WE WILL NEVER FORGET.
Twenty-five years later, we remember their sacrifice by coming together as a community
