Branson Remembers 9/11 Anniversary with Week-Long Commemoration

During the 10th anniversary of the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, the monumental day that changed America forever, Branson pauses for several days to remember the men, women and children who were lost that day, and comes together to thank the uniformed heroes who continue to serve each and every day, both at home and overseas.

Branson's week-long 9/11 commemorations during 2011 include:

TUES., SEPT. 6:  Tri Lakes Center, 7 p.m. – NYC 9/11 Firefighter Fred Sager, speaker, with Tony Orlando as host, music by SIX. There is no charge for admission.

WED., SEPT. 7:  Sight & Sound – $10.00 ticket to every First Responder and their party for the 3:30 pm show or 7:30 pm. Must arrive one hour early and show ID.

THURS., SEPT. 8: SIX – Two-for-one ticket price at the Hughes Brothers Theater, 2 pm show only. Must show ID at box office.

FRI., SEPT. 9: Legend of Kung Fu – all First Responders FREE! Good for 8 p.m. show only. Must call box office 417-335-2396 for reservations.

SAT., SEPT. 10:  IMAX Entertainment Complex – 7 pm showing of “Fireproof”, in honor of our First Responders.  The cost is $6.00 for adults and $4.00 for children. 

SAT., SEPT. 10:  Branson Landing – 7:30 PM – JAKE SIMPSON & THE 4 JAX – IN CONCERT! and "Reignited" Fireworks Show, a tribute to the healing, remembrance and reflection of 9/11 and the 10th Anniversary, as we "Reignite" the Passion, Hope and Inspiration that motivated many as the world came together in unison, to assist others through this crisis. There is no charge for admission.

SUN, SEPT. 11: 7:30 a.m. prayer service hosted by the Branson Area Ministerial Alliance at the flagpole at Branson City Hall.

SUN, SEPT. 11: At College of the Ozarks, a display of nearly 3-thousand American flags will be open all day Sunday on the Alumni Center lawn.  A brief ceremony will be held at 9 a.m.

SUN, SEPT. 11: 9:03 a.m. ceremony honoring 9/11 aviation heroes, Branson Airport

SUN., SEPT. 11:  Noon at Silver Dollar City, “Tribute to the American Spirit – Remembering 9/11” In a special ceremony on the square, we will reflect in prayer, share a moment of silence and offer thanksgiving with memorable performances by Bucky Heard, Nedgra Culp, Sons of the Silver Dollar and The Brooks Brothers.

SUN., SEPT. 11:  6 p.m. at Branson Landing “9/11 BRANSON REMEMBERS.” A beautiful and moving ceremony held in front of the fountains.  A Branson Veteran’s Task Force Tribute Ceremony and Remembrance of 9/11, featuring Guest Speakers Dee Wampler and Ken McCabe, FBI  agent in charge of the Evidence Response Teams (commonly known as CSI) responsible for sending teams to the different sites to collect evidence needed to take anyone involved with the 9/11 attacks to court. A New Yorker and ex-Marine, he lost friends in the World Trade Center attack. Performances by The Texas Tenors, Voices of Glory and Sam Stauffer & The Gospel Hour Singers.

For more information call 417-334-2360.

A Tribute to The American Spirit - Remembering 9/11

Silver Dollar City and Branson Performers to Hold Ceremony on the Square at Noon

(Branson, Missouri 9/2011) -- The strength and resiliency of the America Spirit is celebrated daily at Silver Dollar City, yet one upcoming day stands out as a landmark date in our country’s history.

During the 10th anniversary of 9/11/2001, a day that changed the face of America forever, Silver Dollar City will honor the United States of America; remember the men, women and children who were lost; and give thanks to the uniformed personal who continue to serve each and every day. 

Along with many invited “first responders” from throughout the Midwest, all guests are invited to join in a special ceremony, Sunday 9/11/2011 at Noon sharp on the Silver Dollar City Square, with prayer, moving performances by Branson entertainers, and a moment of silence to pay Tribute to the American Spirit. Performers include:

Bucky Heard: Singer, songwriter, producer and performer are all titles given to this multi-talented Branson favorite who stars as Jake Blues (John Belushi) at Legends in Concert. Bucky will serve as Master of Ceremonies and perform his moving song that he wrote the day after 9/11/2001. 

Nedgra Culp: A three-time winner of Branson Female Vocalist of the Year, Nedgra has performed alongside music industry legends and is currently performing as Aretha Franklin at Legends In Concert.

Sons of The Silver Dollar:  Silver Dollar City’s resident group, “The Sons” take to the stage with a power-packed, three-part harmony of hit gospel, country and western music.
The trio, Mark LeTourneau, Michael Todd and Tom Johnson, are winners of the Branson Gospel Sing-off competition.

The Brooks Brothers: Bill and Randy are two of the most dynamic & powerful voices in gospel music with a long list of credits and achievements including premiering the “The Promise” to Branson audiences. Together, The Brooks Brothers have recorded 28 CDs, performed worldwide and appeared extensively on international television.

For more information on Silver Dollar City’s operating schedule and events, www.silverdollarcity.com

Branson Airport to Honor 9-11 Aviation Industry Heroes

Branson Airport will hold a brief ceremony to honor the fallen of 9/11 on the 10th anniversary this Sunday at 9:03 a.m. marking the time that United Airlines Flight 93 crashed into a Pennsylvania field.  

While all who lost their lives that day will be remembered, the ceremony will highlight the 33 crew members who perished on the four fatal flights: American Airlines Flight 77, American Airlines Flight 11, United Airlines Flight 175 and United Airlines Flight 93. The ceremony will also recognize the 84 Port Authority of New York and New Jersey employees who perished that day.  

The ceremony will end by remembering the heroes who got America flying again.

The government re-opened the nation’s airspace on September 13th at 11 a.m. a little more than 48 hours after the attacks. Many employees were scared, some of them lost friends and colleagues just a few days before. They did not know if more attacks were possible.  They also knew changes to the security system that were already being discussed would not be implemented for some time.

The Branson Airport Staff will honor the heroes who returned to work on September 13th and reclaimed the skies over theUnited States of America. Not to be forgotten are the “tens of thousands of aviation personnel who put their uniforms back on and led the way to getting the country moving again despite their fears,” as stated by Tom Murphy, author of Reclaiming the Sky; 9/11 and the Untold Story of the Men and Women Who Kept America Flying.

The public is welcome to attend.