The Grafton Peace Pagoda will commemorate the 71st anniversary of Hiroshima Day on Saturday August 6 with a ceremony dedicated to forever renouncing war creating a nuclear-free world
“We come together to commit to peace and never again using weapons of mass destruction. Let us find ways to heal the earth and all beings. We must have no enemies and become the enemy of none.”
At 6:30 pm walk from the Grafton Town Square to Peace Pagoda (4.3 miles). At 8:30 pm at the Peace Pagoda, there will be a Program of Peace, Ceremonial Lighting of Lanterns, Interfaith Prayers for Peace, Musical Offerings, Speakers and Readings, and a Fire Hoop Dance
The event will be held rain or shine. Please wear weather-appropriate clothes and bring a flashlight and insect repellent. You may also want a blanket.
The Grafton Peace Pagoda is at 87 Crandall Road in Grafton.