Over the course of a year, most Carroll Gardeners walk past the war memorial in the center of Carroll Park many times, seldomly stopping long enough to reflect on its meaning or to read the long list of names on the bronze plaques of those in the community . I am guilty of that as well.
On this Memorial Day, though, young and old residents and elected officials gathered around the monument to pay tribute to those who served and who currently serve so that we may be safe. In a touching ceremony, Father Astor Rodriguez lead everyone in attendance in a prayer and a moment of silence.
Joan D'Amico, Vince Mazzone and Mike Polanski of the Court Street Merchants Association laid a wreath in front of the monument. Assemblywoman Joan Millman and Councilman Brad Lander were also in attendance. Assemblywoman Millman reminder everyone of the importance of saying thanks to the men and women who gave their lives to protect this country.
Hopefully, this will become a yearly ceremony in the park.
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