Mattapoisett remembers Sandy Hook victims
Dec 20, 2012
Many gathered around the gazebo at Shipyard Park to remember the victims of the Newtown, Connecticut shooting. BY GEORGIA SPARLING
Photos of the victims were on display. BY GEORGIA SPARLING
The flag at shipyard park was kept at half-mast. BY GEORGIA SPARLING
Father Paul Caron of St. Anthony's Parish encouraged the community not to stay in a place of fear. BY GEORGIA SPARLING
Pastor Amy Lignitz Harken prayed with the residents.
The Showstoppers sang several songs, ending with a solo of "Silent Night." BY GEORGIA SPARLING
With candles in hand, a large group gathered at Shipyard Park in Mattapoisett on Wednesday night to remember the victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.
“Tonight we gather together by the common bond of profound sadness,” said Center School Principal Rose Bowman, who also read the names of each victim.
Father Paul Caron of St. Anthony’s Parish and Pastor Amy Lignitz Harken offered prayers for the families and friends of those killed in the tragedy.
Members of the Showstoppers also sang several songs.
The Mattapoisett Library has a table set up where residents can write notes of condolence to families.
Fore more on the the local community's response to the Newtown, Connecticut shootings, click here.
