Moving, Poignant, Personal, Pertinent, Pedagogical Paladin Pontificates Prove Point on Hallowed Horological Home.
September 15,2017
I put this date dutifully, diligently, &
digitally into my dedicated device.
Frederick Douglas (actor) will speak to the all
Black 89th Regiment of the
Black 89th Regiment of the
Connecticut Volunteers
of
of
the Civil War.
(descendants)
(descendants)
Nathan Richardson: Historian, Author, Poet, Actor
As in Battle of the States over Slavery.
These brave men fought without the best equipment, uniforms, pay or equality
until Frederick Douglas
spoke to President Lincoln.
Then these New Haven Heroes were then issued proper equipment,
given the same wages and a promise
of Freedom for fighting for Our Union.
President Lincoln
An Honorable Amiable Histrion,
Nathan Richardson, played
the part of Mr. Douglas and
some in the audience
were descendants of those in
the All-black 89th Regiment.
The Frederick Douglas event
was sponsored by the
Amistad Committee
and the
Jewish Federation
of Greater New Haven.
until Frederick Douglas
spoke to President Lincoln.
Then these New Haven Heroes were then issued proper equipment,
given the same wages and a promise
of Freedom for fighting for Our Union.
An Honorable Amiable Histrion,
Nathan Richardson, played
the part of Mr. Douglas and
some in the audience
were descendants of those in
the All-black 89th Regiment.
The Frederick Douglas event
was sponsored by the
Amistad Committee
and the
Jewish Federation
of Greater New Haven.
Unexpectedly, a lightening bolt hit
Historic Wooster Square
at its Cherry Blossom Roots.
St. Michael's Church
Luisa DeLauro passed away at 103
Luisa spent 35 years as Wooster Square's Alder
and fought for our neighborhood as
a mother protects its young.
Beloved Neighbor Leaves Lasting Legacy
Luisa helped many Notable locals find
their first jobs,
their first jobs,
bailed kids out in trouble and
fed the neighborhood with meals and ideas.
Luisa was a Woman ahead of her time.
fed the neighborhood with meals and ideas.
Luisa was a Woman ahead of her time.
In fact, among all Luisa's other accomplishments,
she started the
Annual Cherry Blossom Festival.
Annual Cherry Blossom Festival.
So if it weren't for Luisa, there would be no reason to have a
Wooster Square Blossom Blog!
Wooster Square Blossom Blog!
No World's First Photoblogumentary...
There would be no Blossom Blogger...
Thanks Luisa DeLauro
for helping make
for helping make
Historic Wooster Square the
Proud Neighborhood we all
know and Love!!!
So can you see the conundrum here?
A large Mass for Luisa was planned for the exact same time as the Celebration of the speech
Mr. Douglas gave
Mr. Douglas gave
to the 89th Connecticut Volunteers.
An event that would be dear to Luisa DeLauro
An event that would be dear to Luisa DeLauro
Well, I wasn't the only one.
All of the politicians from high and low were at
St Michael's Church.
Luisa's Legacy will Bloom for Generations to come.
All of the politicians from high and low were at
St Michael's Church.
Both important events made it hard to be two places at one time.
(I'm told her funeral was an emotional tribute to Louisa's life,
The 10:00am Mass went until 1pm.)
I chose to ride my bike to Criscolo Park,
(exactly one mile from Wooster Square Park)
to give those who could not attend a
glimpse of the morning festivities.
And Festive it Was!
A Celebration of Life, Liberty, and Freedom.
A multicultural, meaningful, mindful, multitude
looking back and looking forward.
Remembering where we once were,
and where we strive to be.
(I'm told her funeral was an emotional tribute to Louisa's life,
The 10:00am Mass went until 1pm.)
I chose to ride my bike to Criscolo Park,
(exactly one mile from Wooster Square Park)
to give those who could not attend a
glimpse of the morning festivities.
And Festive it Was!
A Celebration of Life, Liberty, and Freedom.
A multicultural, meaningful, mindful, multitude
looking back and looking forward.
Remembering where we once were,
and where we strive to be.
The theme was:
"New Haven’s Response to Charlottesville"
and was extremely moving.
This is the program which I picked up on the way out.
The people following photos are not identified as
it was a bit hard to hear and I didn't look at it 'till I got home!
My apologies!
All of the speakers pointed out today's
news, and how it hasn't changed sadly.
And how together, we can facilitate change.
The morning was upbeat, full
of promise and brotherhood for
people of all cultural backgrounds
and sexual orientation.
Uplifting! The Heritage Chorale
Take a look at some of the photos
of the morning event!
To read more, with additional links,
Click here for the New Haven Register's article
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"New Haven’s Response to Charlottesville"
and was extremely moving.
This is the program which I picked up on the way out.
The people following photos are not identified as
it was a bit hard to hear and I didn't look at it 'till I got home!
My apologies!
All of the speakers pointed out today's
news, and how it hasn't changed sadly.
And how together, we can facilitate change.
The morning was upbeat, full
of promise and brotherhood for
people of all cultural backgrounds
and sexual orientation.
Take a look at some of the photos
of the morning event!
To read more, with additional links,
Click here for the New Haven Register's article
Don't forget to follow and like the Wooster Square Blossom Blog facebook page!
Follow me on twitter and sign up for
e-mail deliveries of
Blogs Hot out of the Coal Fired Oven!
See You in New Haven
or
See You Round the Square!
******
Thank You Sponsors!
History Loves Company,
move right in on the Square!
Call or Text Cheryl today!!
203-996-8328
