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All rights reserved. About 70 entrants participated in the Annual Children’s Parade held July 4, 2006 at Washington and Burton. Led by the Hasbrouck Heights Police and Fire Departments, the Parade proceeded east on Washington to Terrace, south to Kipp Avenue and north to the starting point where prizes were awarded. All classifications and categories were judged prior to the The Parade. Prizes were awarded in the categories of patriotic, most original and most artistic to: costumed children on foot, wagons and tricycles, carriages, strollers, etc., decorated bicycles, floats, and grandparents’ corner with carriages and children on foot. Bicycle helmets were required for those on bicycles. Prizes awarded: First Prize - Gold Medal; Second Prize -- Silver Medal; Third Prize -- and Honorable Mention -- Bronze Medal. All participants received medals. (If your child was registered, but inadvertently did not receive a medal, please contact the Boro Clerk’s Office at 201-288-0195). Registration started at 9:30 a.m. and was limited to Hasbrouck Heights children (and children attending Hasbrouck Heights schools) up to 10 years of age, excluding the grandparents’ corner. The event was sponsored by the Mayor’s Celebrations Committee. The Hasbrouck Heights Fire Department was
on hand for any assistance. The New World Montessori School opened for the public to use
their restrooms. Jazzy the Clown made balloon sculptures. Carvel (Summit Ave.)
provided ice cream treats. Dr. Michael Perrillo provided cold water. Additional photos of
this event are at: www.hasbrouck-heights.net ###
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