2013 Christmas Parade Information

This is the information that was emailed to everyone that sent us an email address:<br>
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Dear 2013 Christmas Parade Entrant:<br>
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Thank you for your entry into the 2013 Shawnee Christmas Parade to be held Thursday, December 5. Here are the rules for the event:<br>
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1. Check-in and line-up is between 5:00 and 6:00. You must check in - in person at the Parade Booth at the intersection of Main Street and Beard Street to pick up your number, which must be displayed in the front driver's side windshield as applicable.<br>
2. Most entries will line up along 7th Street (street running parallel to Main one block south), but a few will line up in other areas. Please see a volunteer wearing a bright vest for your specific location. It is recommend that you find your appropriate line-up spot and then send someone to the official check-in station at Main and Beard. <br>
3. If your entry includes a performance (such as a dance routine) before the judges and you require audio assistance, you must hand-deliver your music (CD format) to the sound technician at Main and Bell Street, at least 30 minutes prior to the event.<br>
4. If your entry includes animals, you are responsible for immediate clean-up during the event.<br>
5. No throwing of candy or gifts. If you want to distribute candy or other items to spectators, someone from your entry must walk alongside the crowd and hand it to them.<br>
6. There is only one official Santa Claus in the Parade and he rides in the Fire Engine at the end of the Parade. No other santas are allowed to participate.<br>
7. The Parade starts promptly at 6:30 PM. The official Parade Route is Main Street, from Beard east to Pennsylvania. When you complete the route, please wait on 7th Street until the end of the Parade. <br>
8. All entries are judged and a total of six awards/prizes are given out approximately 30 minutes after the Parade. The award ceremony is at Sips Kafe at 114 E. Main. <br>
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We have received calls about the weather. At this time, the Parade will go on as scheduled. You will receive notification if there are any changes. <br>