[W2CRA] Lebanon Parade Update

[Bob Grear KA2OEE]

HELLO CHERRYVILLE de KA2OEE
 
Wanted to give everyone an update on the July 4 Parade in Lebanon.
 
We will meet in the park in Lebanon Borough New Jersey off of US Highway 22 at 7:00 AM.  Michael, N1MNV, will have post assignments.  Our operation will be on 147.54 MHz simplex.  You will need to bring a handheld radio with a fully charged battery.  Bring a spare charged battery as a backup.
 
Our operation is simple.  CRA members will act as parade marshals to get participating units into their proper position in the parade, notifying the net control of any units that do not show up, or are out of order.  At parade time, the CRA member(s) assigned to each division of the parade will walk along with their division, advising net control of any gaps in the parade so units leading the parade can slow down the parade to allow gaps to close up.  A CRA member will be assigned to the reviewing stand to relay any last minute changes, and members will also assist with street closings and traffic restrictions on side roads.
 
Please make sure that you are prompt in arriving, as the streets will be closed at 9:00 AM sharp.  The text of the parade announcement is reprinted below for your information.  If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact me or Michael.  
 
I am looking forward to seeing all of you Wednesday!
 
73,
 
Bob, KA2OEE
 
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The Lebanon Borough 4th of July Parade Committee is pleased to provide the following information in celebration of the upcoming parade in Lebanon Borough.
All inquiries may be directed to Mark Paradis @ 908-236-8464 or Debbie Masco @ 908-236-2343.
The parade will go on RAIN OR SHINE on Wednesday, July 4th, 2012 at 10AM.
All roads in and out of Lebanon Borough will be closed at 9:00AM in order to ensure the safety of the baby and bike parade participants. Please arrive early!
Updated information can be found on the parade web site at www.lebanonboro.com/4thofjulyparade
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The Lebanon Borough 4th of July Parade Committee is proud to invite the residents of Hunterdon County to our 65th Annual 4thof July Parade celebration when we carry out this year’s parade theme of “ HOMEGROWN HEROES”
 
Festivities will begin with the BABY AND BIKE PARADE. Registration commences at 8:00AM. Judging takes place at 9:00AM – so please arrive early!
The Baby parade commences at 9:30AM at Sutton Place (across from Police Headquarters), with a short procession up Main Street for about ½ a block.
There will be Awards for -
	* Most Patriotic
	* Best Theme Representation
 
Residents of Lebanon Borough are urged to decorate their homes for inclusion in the
HOUSE DECORATING CONTEST. 1st and 2nd Place awards will be presented for the best Patriotic or theme related décor.
 
The PRESENTATION OF STUDENTS OF THE MONTH FROM THE BOROUGH SCHOOL will commence at 9:50AM on Main Street in front of the Fox and Hound Tavern.
 
The PARADE LINE UP will commence between 8:30AM and 9:30AM. Please enter Main Street from Route 22 at the East end of town (By Stewart’s Root Beer Stand), no later than 9:00AM, as the ROADS WILL BE CLOSED AT THAT TIME. There will be numerous Celebration Committee members to assist you in finding your place in the parade line-up.
Boy and Girl Scouts and Indian Guides are to muster with their troops at the Old Brick Post Office Building at 123 Main Street.
The MAIN PARADE will step off promptly at 10:00AM and follow West along Main Street, down Myrtle Avenue and then down Brunswick Avenue.
 
FESTIVITIES IN THE PARK: Join us at Holjes-Sheppard Park following the parade, for festivities including singing of “The Star Spangled Banner”, the flag raising ceremony, presentation of awards, refreshments, games & friendly competition for folks of all ages!
 
GENERAL PARADE TROPHIES: Judging takes place during the parade, with winners awarded in the park.
	* Best Theme Float/Unit
	* Best Children’s Float/Unit
	* Most Patriotic Float/Unit
	* Most Original Float/Unit
 
ANTIQUE VEHICLE TROPHIES: Vehicles line up and are judged before 9:00 AM on Lynwood Drive. Vehicles arriving after 9:00 AM will not be judged. Please arrive early. Participation buttons will be given to the first 50 vehicles. For the “Best” vehicle in attendance – a special “Best of Class Award” will be given.
Stock or Restored
	* Pre 1928
	* 1928 – 1945
	* 1946 – 1954
	* 1955 – 1959
	* 1960 – 1969
	* 1970 – Present
 
Special Class
	* Special Interest
	* Custom
	* Street Rod/Street Machine/Pro Street
	* Factory Muscle Car
	* Truck
	* Farm Vehicle
 
FIRE COMPANY & RESCUE SQUAD TROPHIES: To thank ALL Emergency Service personnel, EACH Company will receive a trophy of Recognition, Thanks, and Gratitude for their years of volunteer service protecting the communities at large, and their dedicated support and participation in the Lebanon Borough Fourth of July Parade and Celebration.
*** Participation is limited to 2 vehicles per Fire Company or Rescue Squad. Thank you for your cooperation***
Please Note:
• For safety’s sake, there will be ABSOLUTELY NO THROWING/HANDING OUT of candy or items from floats, cars or by marchers.
• This parade is a self-supporting event. Donations are our only means of support.
• All Roads into Lebanon Borough CLOSE AT 9:00AM. Please arrive early!
 
Thank you for your enthusiasm! It is you who make this parade so much fun. If you have any questions about participating in the parade, please call Mark Paradis at (908) 236-8464 or Debbie Masco at (908) 236-2343.
We will get back to you as soon as possible.
Feel free to pass this letter along to other groups or bands that we may have missed.