Tim Cook Sets October 19th Gathering for Steve Jobs Celebration

Tim Cook has confirmed to Apple employees that the planned celebration in memory of the late Steve Jobs will be held next Wednesday, on October 19th, on the  Infinite Loop campus.

Apple’s newly-instated CEO, Tim Cook took it upon himself to inform all employees that the outdoor amphitheater on the Infinite Loop campus will be the place to celebrate Steve Jobs’ amazing life and achievements next week.

He begins his email, saying “Team, like many of you, I have experienced the saddest days of my lifetime and shed many tears during the past week.

But I've found some comfort in the extraordinary number of tributes and condolences from people all over the world who were touched by Steve and his genius. And I've found comfort in both telling and listening to stories about Steve.”

Cook continues: “Although many of our hearts are still heavy, we are planning a celebration of his life for Apple employees to take time to remember the incredible things Steve achieved in his life and the many ways he made our world a better place.”

Ending his message, the CEO confirms that “The celebration will be held on Wednesday, October 19, at 10am in the outdoor amphitheater on the Infinite Loop campus.”

The company will be using its internal AppleWeb platform to provide additional information about the even closer to the date in question.

Cook says the company will also make all the necessary arrangements for employees outside of Cupertino, so that everyone important can attend. “I look forward to seeing you there, Tim,” the message ends.

Cook was also the first to confirm to the world on October 5th that Steve Jobs had passed away earlier that day. Skim through the related links below for more about the events occurring shortly after Steve Jobs’ death.