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The Spirit of Service: A Quarter Century of Remembrance

Name: The Spirit of Service: A Quarter Century of Remembrance
Start: 2026-09-11
End: 2026-09-11
Location: New Kensington

“The Spirit of Service: A Quarter Century of Remembrance” is a commemorative event held on September 11 in New Kensington, Pennsylvania. Marking the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, the event features Lillie Leonardi, a 9/11 first responder and author, who will share her experiences and reflections. Organized by the Tri-City Historical Society, it takes place at the Manos Gallery in the Aluminum City Arts Center.

Date: Sep 11, 2026
Location: New Kensington
Status: Recently ended

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The Spirit of Service: A Quarter Century of Remembrance

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Highlights

25th anniversary commemoration of the 9/11 attacks
Featuring Lillie Leonardi, a 9/11 first responder and author
Inaugural event of the Tri-City Historical Society's speaker series
Proceeds support local historical and educational initiatives

This event, titled “The Spirit of Service: A Quarter Century of Remembrance,” is a special presentation commemorating the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, attacks. It aims to gather the community to honor the courage, sacrifice, and enduring service that arose from these tragic events, providing historical context for younger generations and a space for reflection for those who experienced the day.

The keynote speaker is Lillie Leonardi, a former FBI community outreach specialist and one of Arnold's first female police officers. Leonardi was a first responder at the United Airlines Flight 93 crash site near Shanksville. During the event, she will discuss her personal experiences at the scene, her spiritual journey, and her published memoirs, including "In the Shadow of a Badge."

Hosted from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Manos Gallery within the Aluminum City Arts Center at 200 Freeport Road, New Kensington, the event is the inaugural presentation in a new speaker series initiated by the Tri-City Historical Society. Tickets are priced at $20, with all proceeds supporting the educational and community initiatives of the Tri-City Historical Society and the non-profit organization Books Bridge Hope.

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Location described by the source: Manos Gallery; triblive.com
Area for browsing nearby events: New Kensington

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