On September 11, 2001, we witnessed an event of immense tragedy—one that instantly transformed many lives, some through personal loss, and many others through an unfamiliar sense of individual and national vulnerability. I recall being the APhA President on that day and calling John Gans, who was then the APhA Executive Vice President and CEO, from my office in Rockville, MD, to see how everyone was doing.

In the recent aftermath of Hurricane Irene, we are reminded again of the historic bonding of Americans that arose from the collective shock and unified the country in a sustained outpouring of national spirit, generosity, and courage. September 11 falls on a Sunday this year and APhA does not have a formal event scheduled for observance. Instead, we support and encourage pharmacists to consider observing the anniversary with appropriate and personal expressions of service, charity, and compassion toward others.

At the websites detailed below, you will find listings of events and other ways in which you can honor the 10th anniversary of September 11. I’m sharing them now so that you have time to consider them as you make your plans for this weekend.

• September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance and related news release
• 9-11 Healing and Remembrance Program
• Washington Post 9/11 Virtual Memory Wall