Joan D'Amico of the Court Street Merchants Association
Father Astor Rodriguez of St. John's University
Christian Branch singing the National Anthem
State Senator Daniel Squadron with his son Theo
Council Member Brad Lander
Vince Mazzone of the Court Street Merchants Association
Glenn Kelly for Friends Of Carroll Park
Many Carroll Gardeners took time this past Memorial Day to participate in a moving celebration in Carroll Park to honor those who gave their life in service of their country.They were joined by public officials, policemen from the 76th Precinct as well as firemen from the local firehouse.
After a blessing by Father Astor Rodriguez and a beautifully sung rendition of the national anthem by Christian Branch, a wreath was laid in front of the War Memorial by veterans from the neighborhood.
As in years past, the event was organized by Court Street Merchants Association with the help of Friends Of Carroll Park.
Beautiful post Katia...
ReplyDeleteThanks, Martine. I loved the little girl in her American flag dress.
ReplyDeleteKatia - the little girl in the flag dress is my daughter Madison. Great picture, thank you for taking it!
ReplyDeleteAllison, your daughter was so cute throughout the ceremony. I just had to include her photo. I am gal you like it.
ReplyDeleteI also heard from a friend that the pregnant woman on the fourth picture from the top had her baby the next day.
That's what I love about capturing life n Carroll Gardens.