Peterborough Quakers presents Hiroshima Lantern Ceremony

On the 80th anniversary of the dropping of atomic bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki on August 6 and 9 by the United States, killing at least 200,000 people, a lantern ceremony will take place at the T-Wharf on Little Lake, off Crescent Street. There will be brief reflections on war and the need to constantly work for peace, interspersed with music and peaceful reflection, followed by the floating of the lanterns on the waters of Little Lake. Participants are invited to bring their own reflections to share, or simply to hold in their hearts all those soldiers and civilians who have died and continue to die in war. Lawn chairs or a blanket recommended (lanterns will be provided).