Events commemorate first anniversary of Jan. 8 shootings
Community has chance to come together to remember, heal
The following events have been organized around Tucson and its neighboring towns to unite the community in commemorating the Jan. 8 shootings:
Jan. 4
Gabe Zimmerman Davidson Canyon dedication. 2 p.m., north of I-10 on Marsh Station Rd., about a quarter mile west of Cienega Creek.
Jan. 5
"Together We Heal." A one-hour documentary about Tucson's healing following Jan. 8 will air at 8 p.m. on PBS-channel 6.
Jan. 6
Peaceful Wishes. 11:30 a.m. to noon.The International School for Peace will commemorate Jan. 8 without focusing on fear and negativity. International School for Peace playground, 4625 E. River Rd. Free
Gabrielle Giffords Family Assistance Center Open House. 2 p.m. – 4 p.m, 3003 S. Country Club Rd. Free.
Special Court Session to Honor the Memory Of Chief Justice John M. Roll. 3 p.m. U.S. District Court judges of Arizona will convene in special session to remember Roll, who was killed in the Jan. 8 shootings. Seating begins at 2:30 and attendees are urged to arrive early to go through security. Identification is required and backpacks and briefcases won't be allowed. Tucson Music Hall, Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church Ave.
Jan. 7
BEYOND: Commemorate, Celebrate, Commit. Communitywide events to commemorate the anniversary of Jan. 8 and celebrate the spirit of togetherness:
Jan. 8
Ben's Bells Distribution. 7 a.m.Hundreds of Ben's Bells will be randomly distributed throughout Tucson in memory of those killed on Jan. 8. Ben's Bells Main Gate, 816 E. University Blvd. For more information call 628-2829
A Day of Kindness at the Children's Museum Tucson. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Ben's Bells invites families to sign the Kindness Contract, paint Kindness Coins and to hang Kindness Wishes in the trees at the Museum. Museum, 200 S. Sixth Ave.
Ringing of Bells. 10:11 a.m. The community is asked to ring a bell at 10:11 in memory of those killed and injured. Communitywide.
Remembering January 8, 2011: Hurting, Healing, Hoping. 9 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.The Rev. John Kitagawa will help the community in remembering and reflecting on our memories of Jan. 8 and the year that followed. Murphey Gallery at St. Philip's in the Hills Episcopal Church, 4440 N. Campbell Ave. at River Road.
Journey from Mental Illness to Mental Health. 10:45 a.m. – noon. St. Francis in the Foothills will hold a class to discuss the journey from mental illness to mental health. Members of the National Alliance on Mental Illness will be present. St. Francis in the Foothills, 4625 E. River Rd.
"We Remember, We Celebrate, We Believe" Interfaith Service. 1 p.m. A commemoration of both the tragedy and the triumph of Jan. 8. The service will consist of prayer, music, reflections, dance. The service includes Jewish, Christian, Muslim, Baha'i and Sikh traditions of prayer. St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 S. Stone Ave.
Reflections: Honoring the lives of Jan. 8 shooting victims. 3 – 4 p.m. Fund for Civility, Respect and Understanding is sponsoring the event with series of speakers who will reflect on the lives of the six people who died on Jan. 8, the survivors and the citizen heroes who came to their aid following the shootings at the Safeway. Speakers include:
UA's, Centennial Hall. Tickets are free and can be picked up at the UA Centennial Hall's box office, 2020 E. University Blvd.; The Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, 2250 E. Broadway; and Pima Council on Aging 8467 E. Broadway.
"Together We Heal." A one-hour documentary about Tucson's healing following Jan. 8 will air at 6 p.m. on PBS-channel 6.
Remembering Jan. 8 Candlelight Vigil. 6:30 p.m. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords will attend this event. The Tucson Symphony Orchestra and Giffords' favorite local band, Calexico, will perform. Speakers include:
Attendees are asked not bring candles — glowsticks will be provided. University of Arizona Mall. For more information, call Daniel J. Benavidez at 331-4989.
Shining the Light of Hope and Peace. 6:30 p.m. An evening service of songs, prayer and healing. Northminster Presbyterian Church, 2450 E. Fort Lowell Rd.