This weekend marks the centennial anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic. On April 14, 1912 the Titanic sank with massive loss of life. Every one knows the story of the great lady and the iceberg, it has captivated us ever since. Many people attending thecommemorative events this year will dress in period costume to relive the times while observing the memory of Titanic. This weekend people, all over the globe are observing the event and a few fundraising events are being tied in with it:
A world record balloon drop in Australia will be the first commemerativec charitable event.
Elegance and period costume are part of The Titanic Ball hosted in Belfast.
Charitable Lifeboat Race that will contribute food for a local infant wellfare association.
The Titanic Diner and Ball will be hosted this weekend by The Greater Toledo Area Chapter of the American Red Cross.
There will be a Titanic Diner and Dance in Toronto.
Live Titanic Wireless Reenactment in Newfoundland
Halifax, NS has several diners with their Titanic Diner on April 15 and the Heritage Diner July 28
Titanic Reemberance Ceremony and Diner in Ireland
Ships sailing from the UK and New York will meet mid Atlantic at Titanic’s final resting place for the Titanic Memorial Cruise
There will be many more Titanic commemorative events rolling out through the year, however it’s this weekends events that will be the most poignant. Check local listings for events in your area. If you would like to let the readers know of any appropriate charitable Titanic events being put on, drop a comment to let them know.
