Tim A. Rutherford photos

Typically,, Senior Safari, a project of the Greater Savannah coalition on Aging, is known for its whirlwind of eating, dancing and dancing some more. But this year's event will be long remembered as the week our nation was plunged into shock, disbelieve and horror after terrorists attacked New York City's World Trade Center and the Pentagon. Thousands remain unaccounted for as rescuers and investigators sift through the rubble.

This resilient generation though recalls the same feelings that came with the bombing of Pearl Harbor. In that spirit, they forged on, determined not to allow nameless, faceless attackers take away our American way of life. At each observance, moments of silence were observed to remember those lost to this tragedy and, when applicable, the evenings closed with the tradition of World War II-ear dances - the playing of "God Bless America."

Predicted rains by-passed the area - and made Sunday's Beach Fling cool and comfortable.

The "Andrews Sisters," (teen volunteers Katy Ussery, Sarah Dempsey and Melissa Martin) put in an appearance at Savannah Square's event Friday, along with, far left, "Carmen Miranda." (Sharon Carpenter, Savannah Square business office manager).

A delicious meal and soda fountain treats helped launch the week-long safari Monday at Alee Temple.



Several folks came out the evening of Sept. 11 to dance the night away at the Senior Prom, held in the Savannah Civic Center. Despite the tragedy of the day's events, the terrorists attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, patriotism and spirits were high throughout the evening. The night was concluded with "God Bless America."

Residents of Savannah Square pitched in to create the great USO club look for Friday night's dance at the Southside community.

Savannah Square residents contributed their own old photos and World War II memorabilia to decorate a table of 1940s-era momentoes.