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Tuesday, May 28, 2013

A Meaningful Memorial Day Celebration In Carroll Park

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Joan D'Amico welcomes everyone

Father Astor Rodriguez

Patrick Watson sings the national anthem

Assemblywoman Joan Millman with several veterans

Assemblywoman Millman address those in attendance. "This Holiday is not about sales. It's about people who sacrificed their lives."

Bruce McDonald of Friends Of Carroll Park

The Memorial Day Ceremony in Carroll Park has become a tradition in the last few years and it is nice to see that more and more local residents, young and old, are taking the time to remember those who gave their lives for this nation.
After a blessing by Father Astor Rodriguez and a beautifully sung rendition of the national anthem by Patrick Watson, a wreath was laid in front of the war memorial by veterans from the neighborhood.

Several firefighters of Ladder 131 were also in attendance. After the ceremony, they placed flowers at the memorial for Lou Valentino on Court Street at President Street. Lou was a fire fighter who grew up in Carroll Gardens. He lost his life in a blaze in 1996.

The event is organized by Court Street Merchants Association with the help of Friends Of Carroll Park.

'This The Season: Carroll Park Tree Lighting Ceremony This Friday

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The Carroll Park Tree Lighting Ceremony is always a great neighborhood event. It is organized by the Court Street Merchants Association with the help of Friends Of Carroll Park. It has been scheduled for this Friday, December 7th (the rain date is December 14th) at 6 PM. The ceremony will feature Santa and his elves plus caroling and free refreshments.
See you there?

A Very Merry Time Was Had By All At The Carroll Park Tree Lighting

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Santa with Vince Mazzone and Dr. Mike Polanski of the Court Street Merchants Association

When the switch was flipped and the colorful lights were turned on, there were audible oohs and aaahs escaping from all the kids assembled yesterday evening for the annual tree lighting in Carroll Park. And when Santa Claus seemed to appear out of nowhere, well, the little faces lit up.

Later, the kids got a chance to greet Santa personally, receive a free toy and drink hot chocolate and munch on candy distributed by elves.

The event always seems to mark the beginning of the Holiday season in the neighborhood. It is organized by the Court Street Merchants Association, with the help of Friends of Carroll Park.
'Twas truly festive.

'Tis The Season: Tree Lighting And Caroling In Carroll Park

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'Tis time once again for the yearly Christmas tree lighting in Carroll Park. On Friday, December 2nd, come out and sing carols, say hi to Santa, have a cup of hot chocolate and cookies, and have fun with your neighbors. This yearly event is hosted by the Court Street Merchants, with the support of Friends of Carroll Park.
The rain date is Friday, December 9th.

Lovely Veterans' Day Ceremony In Carroll Park

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Vietnam Veteran Nicholas Assante with his medals and his grand-daughter Jolie

Councilman Brad Lander

Assemblywoman Joan Millman

Friends Of Carroll Park president Bruce McDonald

On this cold, clear November morning, many in Carroll Gardens assembled around the War Memorial in Carroll Park to honor our veterans.The simple, but moving ceremony has become a yearly event thanks to Friends of Carroll Park and Court Street Merchants Association. After a wonderful rendition of the National Anthem by Christian Branch, a wreath was laid in front of the monument by neighborhood veterans.
Assemblywoman Joan Millman, Councilman Brad Lander, Senator Squadron and a representative for Borough President Marty Markowitz also attended. Millman and Lander reminded everyone of the importance of honoring and helping our veterans of the past, but also those who are currently coming home after active duty. Lander stated that it was time to recommit ourselves to our veterans.
"There is something wrong when 17% of our homeless are veterans."

Forget Rockefeller Center: Carroll Park Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony This Friday

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Photo Credit: corydalus on Flickr

The Holiday tree in Rockefeller Center is much bigger, but the tree lighting ceremony in Carroll Park is much more fun. There is nothing like twinkly lights, a bit of hot chocolate and caroling with your neighbors to get into the holiday spirit. See you there?

Veterans Thanked During Ceremony In Carroll Park

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*** Since I was not able to attend the ceremony, this post was written by my husband Glenn Kelly. Thanks, Glenn!

The Court Street Merchants Association and the Friends of Carroll Park organized a Veterans Day ceremony at the World War 1 monument in Carroll Park.Our past and present military men and woman were thanked for their service and those who made the ultimate sacrifice were honored. Our elected officials, Councilman Brad Lander, and State Senator Daniel Squadron expressed their thanks to the veterans present and to the organizers of the event.

Pastor Rodriguez led the assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem and presented a prayer for all of our soldiers, especially those with physical, psychological, and spiritual injuries.

The event was well received by the public and we are all committed to continue the effort.