The 2013 Police Week and the National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service are still months away; however, it seems the planning for this event is never-ending. Committees from the Grand Lodge and the National Auxiliary work tirelessly to make each year’s services the premier event you see today. Planning for the 2013 Police Week is still under way. For the most up-to-date information on Police Week, visit www.policeweek.org.
MONDAY, MAY 13, 2013
25th Annual Candlelight Vigil
The Candlelight Vigil will be held at 8 p.m. at the 400 block of E Street, NW. The event is sponsored by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. No tickets are required and everyone is welcome. Due to parking limitations, it is strongly advised that anyone attending the event take the Metro Red Line to Judiciary Square. For additional information, please call (202) 737-3400.
MONDAY, MAY 13 to WEDNESDAY, MAY 15, 2013
Washington, D.C. Lodge #1 Events
Washington, D.C. Lodge #1 will be hosting the local daily events at 1880 2nd Street SW, Washington, D.C. (just a few blocks from the Washington Nationals stadium at the corners of 1st and 2nd streets SW and S and T streets SW). The event starts at 11 a.m. for three days and goes till 2 a.m. Vendors will be set up during this time and will be there for all three days. Our bar and food service will also be open, along with music and entertainment. Pipe bands will be required to check in with security before starting to play. No pipe bands will be allowed to play on May 15 at the site.
TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2013
National Police Survivors Conference and C.O.P.S. Kids/Teens
Sponsored by Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center Hotel. Family and co-worker survivors have opportunities to receive support to understanding grief, prepare for trial, learn new coping skills and build connections with others. School-age children of fallen officers spend the day at Quantico taking part in activities specially tailored for their age. Visit www.nationalcops.org or call (573) 346-4911 for more information.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 15, 2013
32nd Annual National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service
Sponsored by the Grand Lodge Fraternal Order of Police and the Grand Lodge Fraternal Order of Police Auxiliary. The Memorial Service will be held on the West Front of the United States Capitol in Washington, D.C.
The service begins at 11 a.m. and is expected to run approximately two hours. Contact: Andy Maybo or Linda Hennie. The Wreath Laying Ceremony will be held immediately following the Memorial Service at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial, located in the 400 block of E Street, NW.
THURSDAY, MAY 16, 2013
National Police Survivors Conference and C.O.P.S. Kids/Teens
Day two of conference will allow surviving family and co-workers more opportunities to learn about coping and grief and build connections. Kids and teens of fallen officers spend the day doing activities. In the evening, family and co-worker survivors can relax and enjoy the Picnic on the Patio at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center Hotel. Visit www.nationalcops.org or call (573) 346-4911 for more information.
Check www.policeweek.org for updates to this schedule and for other information regarding the 2013 Police Week events.
Look for “2013 Police Week Preview” in the Spring 2013 issue of the Journal.
