High Tide

Today is September 11, the twenty-fourth anniversary of the attacks on America. It was said then and should be said always: Never Forget. Never Forget those who died that day. Never Forget the bravery shown that day. Never Forget that we are blessed to live in this country. Never Forget the people who lost their lives to make that a possibility. This day remains deeply difficult for many in Rockaway, and we wish them comfort and solace. We will Never Forget.

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Several memorial ceremonies will take place across the peninsula today to honor those we lost. Due to timing, we mentioned many in last week’s paper. It does not get easier as the years pass, but we remember, and we are grateful to those who organize these remembrances each year.

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The NYC Ferry announced that, effective September 8, service has shifted from the summer to the fall schedule. Visit www.ferry.nyc for full details.

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A reminder: uptown summer parking rules remain in effect until September 30, even if summer feels over.

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Get your costumes and floats ready—the Poseidon Parade is right around the corner! The annual celebration takes place Saturday, September 27 at 1 p.m. Registration and details are available at www.poseidensparade.com

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An original musical comedy by Rockaway playwright Frank Verderame will debut as a free staged reading on Thursday, September 18, at 7 p.m. at the Rockaway Theatre Company’s John Gilleece Theater at Fort Tilden. It’s an independent production directed by The Rockaway Times’ own Dan Guarino!

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The First Congregational Church of Rockaway Beach will host a thrift sale in the church basement on Saturday, September 20, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Find new and used fall/winter items, $2 clothing, shoes, Christmas items, holiday décor, housewares, toys, pocketbooks, pet items and jewelry. To donate items, call (917) 443-1109. All proceeds benefit the church.

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Save the date: the Beach 116th Street Fall Fest is set for Sunday, October 5, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy live music, food, vendors, and a kids’ festival with rides, games, and a pumpkin patch (12 p.m. to 3 p.m.). Local vendors can contact Michael Fiore at Michael@themeatupgrill.com. Kids 16 and under can join the Kidpreneur program, with six-foot tables available for $40 to sell baked goods, art, jewelry, and more.

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Recycle your old electronics at an E-Waste Collection co-hosted by Council Member Joann Ariola and the Lower East Side Ecology Center on Saturday, September 20, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 208th Street and 8th Avenue in Breezy Point.

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The 44th Annual Great Irish Fair will be held on Saturday, September 13, in Brooklyn. Mass begins at 9 a.m. at Holy Name of Jesus, 245 Prospect Park West, followed by the fair at 11 a.m. One of this year’s honorees is Father Jim Cunningham of St. Francis de Sales, recipient of the Captain Timothy Stackpole Memorial Award. Congratulations, Father Jim!

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Looking for a furry friend this fall? Noah’s Ark Animal Rescue and PURR RBNY are hosting a cat and kitten adoption event at Petco Howard Beach on Thursday, September 18 at 4 p.m. For applications or more details, call 929-224-2926.

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