Officials in New York City announced today they will commemorate the one-year anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks with a ceremony at Ground Zero at which former Mayor Giuliani will begin a reading of the victims' names. Several Broadway plays will go dark and many of the companies that lost employees in the attacks are holding private memorial services. What should Boston do to mark the Sept. 11 anniversary? Should workers get time off to attend services? What sorts of ceremonies do you think Boston should hold?

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I think employers should take the initiative and close offices for the day, or at least for the morning. I would like to be home to watch the NY Memorial Service with my family, and to reflect upon the tragedy in private -- NOT at work in my cubicle.

JC, Boston

This world is so full of insensitive people. Some of them have written in this message board. It makes me sick to my stomach to think we have to work on a day that so many people died. It makes me sick to think so many of you don't want a vigil or a service or anything. It makes me sick that you don't care. This is the WORST tragedy ever on American soil and all some of you can do is whine and moan about things not being fair, or things not being proper. What isn't fair is the people who died that we loved. Someones mother, father, daughter, sister, brother, son, friend, etc. I am disgusted by the lack of emotion by my fellow Americans. You people should be ashamed of yourselves. Although we live in a free country there is a thing called, tact. Have some. Death is nothing to benefit from and we should remember what happened. We should never ever forget. It was a huge ordeal. To speak of it as though it was a burnt meal is horrendous. I hope all of you people who don't give a damn realize the damage you are doing to the credibility of our nation. It makes us look crude and weak. What if it was someone you loved that died? September 11th was a tragic day and it will remain a day that I will remember until I myself am dead.

Leigh, Quincy

People should really have the day off. I know I won't be able to concentrate, and I want to participate in vigils, silences, etc. I would also like to be able to watch all of the TV specials.

Lauren, Newton

Give people the day off and celebrate the freedom of choice on 9/11.

Jen, Boston

Although I believe it is particularly important to remember those who lost their lives on 9/11, we should also remember all the men and women in our military who are fighting for our freedom, our way of life. Let's make it a day of honor for all.

J, Boston

I agree with Brenden from Brooklyn. We need to live our lives as we normally would. It was a very sad day for our country and it will always be sad but to force this gloom on those that are living is a depressing thought. The loved ones that have passed on that frightening day would want us to cheer up and go on remembering them in our hearts not on national television.

Laura, Boston

It was a terribly sad, mournful day. For those who lost someone close - family member or friend - I send my condolences. For those who are asking to be given the day off ... is that for a somber, reflective time or just another day off? I believe that those who truly feel the need to stay away from work that day will use vacation time or floating holidays. Boston has many churches, chapels and other places of worship should anyone want a few minutes of peace and tranquility during the workday.

Barbara Eileen, Brookline

I think Patrick from Cambridge, and a few others, should learn to deal with their anger in more appropriate ways. Why infiltrate this board with inappropriate posts like "close Logan for the day because the plans (sic) left from there" or stating political views? Grow up. Taking cheap shots is offensive and immature. Yes, the planes left from Logan. GET OVER IT. You are focusing on the wrong things. The board is for ideas about remembering 9/11. It is disappointing and sad to see that some people can't remember that day almost one year ago. Shame on you.

Jen, Boston

Regarding September 11, I think companies could have televisions on broadcasting the ceremony in New York, and allow employees to watch together for the 102 minutes.

Lee Ann, North Andover

At 9AM there should be a public flogging of the MassPort officials in charge of Logan Airport during 9/11. Public humiliation might be the way to combat corporate officers who care only about living their lives in luxury.

Freddie, Manchester-by-the-sea