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The Monuments & Ceremonies Commission of the Town of Darien invites the public, first responders, Town Selectmen, local officials and Middlesex Middle School students, their teachers and administrators to attend the town’s annual 9/11 remembrance ceremony. — an announcement from the Monuments & Ceremonies Commission

Beginning at 8:30 a.m., sharp on Wednesday, Sept. 11 at the 9/11 Memorial located on the grassy area behind Middlesex Middle School on Hollow Tree Ridge Road, Darien’s Monuments and Ceremonies Commission will follow tradition and observe 9/11 with a brief ceremony. Carved into the memorial’s 36- by 75-inch granite stone is the inscription: “May We Never Forget” with the date: “September 11, 2001.” The memorial is flanked by two tall trees symbolizing the twin towers. An Eagle Scout project, the 9/11 Memorial was conceived, funded and installed by then DHS freshman, Josh Doying, who belonged to Boy Scout Troop 53.

Darien 9-11 Memorial behind Middlesex school

At 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 11, Darien’s Monuments and Ceremonies Commission invites the public, first responders and town officials to a memorial service at the 9/11 Monument, located on the grassy area behind Middlesex Middle School on Hollow Tree Ridge Road. Carved into the 36-by -75-inch granite stone is the inscription, “May We Never Forget,” with the date: “September 11, 2001.”

The Memorial is flanked by two tall trees on either side symbolizing the twin towers. Phil Kraft, former Chairman of the Monuments and Ceremonies Commission has agreed to conduct this ceremony one last time. History of the Darien Memorial
An Eagle Scout project, conceived, funded and installed by then Darien High School freshman, Josh Doying who belonged to Boy Scout Troop 53, the Memorial was dedicated on Sept.

In commemoration of the 15th Anniversary of 9/11, Grace Farms Foundation is partnering with Voices of September 11th for a public discourse centered on remembrance, renewal, and resilience. Distinguished speakers and panelists, including U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, Sen. Chris Murphy, U.S. Rep. Jim Himes, Ambassador Tim Roemer, survivors, and family members, will discuss their perspectives on the long-standing impact of 9/11 and the current challenges we face. Join us in remembering those whose lives were lost and gain insight into how we can best prepare against, prevent, and recover from acts of terrorism and mass violence. Registration is required; limited lunches are available for $10 with pre-registration. About Voices of September 11th

Voices of September 11th (VOICES) was founded in 2001 to provide information and support to 9/11 families, responders and survivors; to commemorate the lives lost and to promote national preparedness.

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Darien officials honored those who fell on Sept. 11, 2001 on the 14th anniversary of the terrorist attack. State Sen. Carl Leone of Stamford, who represents part of Darien, posted this picture from the event on Twitter, featuring Phil Kraft, who has been master of ceremonies for the annual event: