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Independence Day
Parade
July 3, 2010
Organized and
Directed
by
Brownsburg Lions
Club
Since 1966 |
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From the Webmaster.
If you know the names of unidentified
persons shown below, please let me know. I will be happy to
publish the names, as long as those persons agree to be identified.
Just contact the
Webmaster!
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Lion Treasurer Rod Ziemer was on hand early to help with preparation for
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Jim Jones has helped with the parade for many years.
Thanks Jim |
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Marking the street with chalk to identify where each entry should start. |
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Lion Dickie Hartley takes a break, and looks for a ride home.
Come on Dickie, it's 7:30 AM.
You can't leave this early. |
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The new Lions are Kid Friendly Float. |
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Lion President Paul Morrison checks with the team to clarify the
starting order. |
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The Bulldog Band arrives early for last minute practice before the
parade. |
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President Paul motors through in a car loaned by Bill Estes Ford for use
by dignitaries |
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Some cars have more wheels than others |
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Grandchildren play a big part in the parade |
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These youngsters are ready for action. |
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A little pre-parade exercise never hurt anyone. |
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The Strawberry Festival Tent was open for business |
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A motorcycle gang from the Legion |
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Lion Lidija Rideout came prepared to harvest memories |
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Lion Shawn Fetz had a special role in the parade.
I wonder what's in
the bag? |
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PDG Nick Xinopolous, Lion Dickie Hartley, Grand Marshall Brian Petraits,
Laura Petraits, Lion Dale Peiffer, driver for the Grand Marshall |
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PDG Billy Chastain and his Leos distribute small American flags that
were provided by the Speedway Exchange Club.
Thank you Leos, and Thank
you Exchange Club members.
We appreciate your help. |
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Folks, this is what it's all about.
The original 4th of July made it
all possible. |
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Colorguard from the Leion |
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Announcing the Grand Marshall |
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Grand Marshall Brian Petraits with wife Laura |
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Men in uniform are always welcome in Brownsburg. We appreciate
what you do. |
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The Legion also has a younger and lighter side. |
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One of the good guys from the Legion on a cycle. |
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Sadie Martin and Mattheew Brown,
grandchildren of Lion President Paul and Lion Val Morrison,
announcing the President's Car in the Independencd Day Parade.
Sponsored by the Brownsburg
Lions Club |
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Lion Val Morrison and Lion President Paul Morrison |
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Lions really are "Kid Friendly" |
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Our very own Lion. |
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Representatives from the Haunted Hayride.
Really quite a grewsome lot. |
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The Brownsburg High School Bulldog Band.
Early morning practice pays
off |
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Clowns were everywhere. |
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A beautiful day to be alive. |
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Special players were dressed up and ready to perform. |
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Sparky made an appearance with the Fire Department |
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Transportation took many forms
Here is a Segway... |
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Horses were very popular |
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A dream motorcycle being auctioned off by the Sertoma Club |
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Even dogs got into the spirit of the parade. |
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This bear looks a little sleepy. |
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Colonial attire and beautiful dogs |
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A bear of a different color |
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PDG Nick Xinopoulos and Jim Jones get a ride to the finish line. |
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The end of a parade is always a little sad.
But it was fun.
See you next year. |
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Grand Marshall
Brian Petraits has been named the Grand
Marshall for the Independence Day Parade that is to be held on July 3,
2010. Brownsburg Lions have organized and directed the Parade as a
part of the Extravaganza since 1966, and Brian follows a long line of
distinguished citizens who are recognized for their courage,
achievements and "can do" attitudes.
Brian is a graduate of Brownsburg
High School and Purdue University. He works for Bosma Enterprizes
and he recently completed the Mini-marathon. He is legally blind. When
told that a car had been reserved for him for the parade, he quipped, "I
wonder if they'll let me drive."
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Anyone can donate eyeglasses—drop them into a
collection box, or give them to a Lion--easy.
To find the collection boxes go to
www.brownsburglionsclub.org . You can also learn about the Lions there.
NOTE: The Lions have also started
collecting used cell phones. To find a place to donate your used
cell phone, please contact the webmaster.
Help someone to see better. You’ll be
glad you did.
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