For the sixth year, and in honor of the 13th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, the City of Renton is partnering with local agencies for the National Day of Service to provide volunteer opportunities in the Renton area.

This year’s Day of Service will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 12, followed by a “Celebration of Service” picnic at Liberty Park from noon to 1:30 p.m. with entertainment provided by Ian Dobson.

There are hundreds of volunteer positions available for this special day of service created to bring the community together for charitable causes; the same way many brave citizens did during and following Sept. 11.

There are a variety of important projects for interested volunteer:

• Cleaning and maintenance of Harambee Church;

• Removal of invasive plants at various King County and City of Renton Parks; or

• Helping out at the garage sale for Birthday Dreams

To register as a volunteer go to JustServe.org and select a Renton Day of Service Project.

ABOUT NATIONAL DAY OF SERVICE

In 2009, Congress officially designated September 11 as National Day of Service and Remembrance, and President Barack Obama called for all Americans to participate in our Nation’s recovery and renewal efforts by serving their community, and showing our Nations’ true strength in coming together in times of uncertainty to help others; the way many brave citizens did during and following Sept. 11.

According to the Corporation for National and Community Service, it is projected that over 1 million citizens across the US will participate in the National Day of Service and answer the President’s call to serve and honor all those impacted by the attacks.