This year’s Theme is Flash Back to the 50’s.
Line up is at 4pm, at Columbus Park, parade starts at 3pm.
FIREWORKS ON JULY 4th At Dark
Call Rose at 219-313-2582 or Mike at 219-616-7999 or Laurie at 219-973-1615
All Entries have a $25 entry fee,
Residents on Golf Carts: $10 each.
Parade Sponsorships: $100
Parade Route:
Columbus Park – 29th and Clay st
Heads East on 29th Ave to Dekalb St.
Then Right on Central Ave to Pike St (END)

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