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Strike up the band, inflate the balloons and add fringe to the floats the Patriotic Parade is coming to town! THURSDAY, JULY 4 ESCORT PARADE - 8:30 A.M. PATRIOTIC PARADE - 9 A.M. LAKE MEAD BOULEVARD The Parade Route The parade steps-off at Hillpointe Road and Hills Center Drive, travels south on Hills Center Drive to Village Center Circle, then turns west onto Trailwood Drive ending at the Trails Village Shopping Center. 215 BELTWAY ANASAZI DRIVE SNOW TRAIL DRIVE SPRING GATE LANE The Trails Park HILLPOINTE ROAD TRAILS CENTER DRIVE Parade Start VILLAGE CENTER CIRCLE HILLS CENTER DRIVE SUMMERLIN LIBRARY TRAILWOOD DRIVE Parade End SPRING GATE LANE U.S. POST OFFICE TOWN CENTER DRIVE SUMMERLIN PARKWAY Announcer s Stage
Parade Preview The tradition of huge family fun and spirited, colorful patriotism established 19 years ago by The Summerlin Council Patriotic Parade continues in 2013. Taking place Thursday, July 4 at 9 a.m. in The Trails Village of Summerlin, the Patriotic Parade will debut more than a dozen new entries and bring the total number of parade units to more than 60. Joining the line-up are five new Macy s-style giant inflatable balloons including a 30 Thomas the Train and 65 brachiosaurus; a vibrant and stirring 18 float entitled Colors of the Wind featuring Pocahontas and friends; and a full-cast of children s character mascots inspired by popular film and books. These new additions comprise an all-star cast of beloved and popular characters that appeal to the kid in all of us, said Lezlie Barnson- DeNardin, parade organizer and community relations director for The Summerlin Council. What s a parade without superstars from history, pop culture, cartoons, games, books and movies, she said. Parade favorites such as the All Star Salute to the Military, Undersea Jubilee, Spirit of 76 and Candy Land floats, as well as bands, performing groups and the iconic American Eagle giant inflatable balloon, will make return appearances this year. And, of course, the parade will feature its original entry Patriotic Peddlers where young Summerlin residents decorate their bikes and cycle the parade route kicking-off the annual event. We showcase Summerlin s culture and engage the community on a broad level by providing entertainment for kids as well as adults, said Barnson-DeNardin. We make an effort to include only the most creative and festive float ideas and, as the parade gets bigger and bigger we continue to focus on making it a true reflection of our community while honoring and celebrating our country. There is never a shortage of red, white and blue at The Summerlin Council Patriotic Parade. So be sure to don your stars and stripes and join us for this Independence Day extravaganza. PARADE 101 School may be out for summer, but Parade 101 is now in session! To help ensure your best parade experience possible, please take note of these helpful event hints: The Escort Parade begins at 8:30 a.m. at the corner of Hillpointe Drive and Hills Center Road and ends at the Trails Village Shopping Center. The main body of the parade steps-off at 9 a.m. Three Announcers Tents are located along the route (see parade map to the left). These areas feature additional entertainment elements and amplified sound for spectators enjoyment. Parking is limited the day of the parade. Carpool with friends, bike or even walk to the parade. Many spectators stake their viewing location along the route prior to the official parade start time. Be sure to arrive early to identify a great spot to view the event. Don t forget it s hot out there! To beat the heat, drink plenty of water, wear protective clothing and slather on sunscreen. The parade route is lined with grass so bring a chair, open an umbrella or lay out a blanket to enjoy the parade comfortably. Please be responsible with your children and keep them safe during the parade. Do not allow kids or kids at heart to enter the parade route and approach entries during the event. Wear red, white, and blue to celebrate America and display your patriotism. Consider bringing a few decorations to make your viewing location extra-spirited! Be sure to take along this issue of FanFare, the official program of The Summerlin Council Patriotic Parade, to follow the entries and take note of your parade favorites for voting in the Resident s Choice Award on www. summerlink.com.
PARADE HOSTS Grandstand Stage Village Center Circle Stage Sherry Swensk Weather Anchor, 8 News Now Brian Loftus Morning Traffic Anchor, 8 News Now Mercedes Mix 94.1 / KMXB Shawn Tempesta Mix 94.1 / KMXB GRAND MARSHAL Colonel Peter Ford Colonel Ford is the Commander of Adversary Tactics Group, Nellis AFB, NV. He is responsible for nine squadrons and replicating Adversary Air Power worldwide. The Group integrates multiple disciplines to ensure U.S. forces are prepared in the air, space, cyber, intelligence and surface-to-air venues. Colonel Ford graduated from the United States Air Force Academy in 1990 and then attended Euro- NATO Joint-Jet Pilot Training at Sheppard AFB in Texas graduating in 1992. He received a Masters Degree from the Naval War College and his Master s thesis on nuclear counter-proliferation in the Levant was later published as a book. Colonel Ford is a command pilot with over 2,900 hours of flying time and over 400 combat hours. He has flown combat tours in Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain with deployments to Egypt and numerous Operational Test missions worldwide. He and his wife Jennifer have been married for 18 years and have four children; Anna (12), Zachariah (11), Julia (7) and Jacob (6). 2013 PATRIOTIC PARADE AWARDS This year, The Summerlin Council Patriotic Parade will honor more than 20 participants representing a variety of categories and specifications with parade awards. In an effort to help capture the full-scope of each parade entry, a panel of judges comprised of Summerlin community leaders will evaluate all award categories from the parade Grandstands as each unit marches by with their dazzling display. Floats will be judged on their originality, use of materials, theme and overall quality and craftsmanship. Walking groups, bands and performing groups will be evaluated for their presentation, appearance and showmanship, and overall crowd appeal. The Polly Gonzalez Spirit Award is given to the community organization whose entry and participants collectively display the best patriotic spirit, enthusiasm and creativity. Winners will be announced on Monday, July 8 on www.summerlink. com and will be named in the August issue of Summerlines. Awards will be presented in the following categories: Non-Commercial Float: 1st place; 2nd place; 3rd place Commercial Float: 1st place; 2nd place; 3rd place Car Group: 1st place; 2nd place; 3rd place Walking Unit: 1st place; 2nd place; 3rd place Band or Musical Group: 1st place; 2nd place; 3rd place Performing Group: 1st place; 2nd place; 3rd place Polly Gonzalez Spirit Award Summerlin Resident Choice Award: 1st place; 2nd place; 3rd place SUMMERLIN RESIDENT CHOICE AWARD YOU RE THE JUDGE! Summerlin residents let your voice be heard and vote for your favorite Patriotic Parade entry from this year s event. Online voting takes place July 4 15, 2013, at www.summerlink.com. Winners will be announced in the August issue of Summerlines. Vote as often as you like!
Order of the March Escort Parade - 8:30 a.m Palo Verde Honor Guard Patriotic Peddlers Shenker Academy Kids Co-Op Preschool and Kindergarten Las Vegas Fire and Rescue Las Vegas Elements All-Star Cheerleading Summerlin Seals Pancreatic Cancer Action Network Jr. Wranglers Youth Hockey Vegas Stars Sun City Dance Company Assemblyman John Hambrick Municipal Court Judge Susan Roger Cadillac LaSalle Club Las Vegas U.S.O. Las Vegas Military Order of the Purple Heart Nevada Patriot Guard American Legion Post 76 Marine Corps League Detachment #186 The Summerlin Council Patriotic Parade - 9 a.m. Title Sponsor, Summerlin Ventura Web Design presents Vegas Vanguard Par 3 Landscape and Maintenance presents An All-Star Salute to the Military Blue Star Mothers of Southern Nevada Chapter One Summerlin and The Howard Hughes Corporation present Hats off to America Las Vegas Model A Ford Club Q.I. Security Services presents America on Parade Military Vehicle Preservation Association U.S.S. Nevada Knights of Columbus Goodwill of Southern Nevada The Groundskeeper presents Ben Franklin: Founding Father Spirit of 76 Neon City Garrison/Corruscant Base A Division of the 501 st Stormtrooper Legion Station Casinos presents Let Freedom Sing Palo Verde High School Cross Country American Flag Palo Verde High School Football Team InTouch Credit Union presents CHIP ValleyCrest Landscape Maintenance presents Danza del Carrizo Daughters of Utah Pioneers The Summerlin Council presents Colors of the Wind Over the Rainbow Rachel s Kitchen presents Hello Kitty, Hello U.S.A. Wurlitzer Band Organ Tin Lizzies of Las Vegas City National Bank presents The Way Up Country Financial presents Liberty Belle A Showboat Celebration Preventive Pest Control Park Pro presents Desert Skye Pipes and Drums Current Events presents Mr. Potato Head Fireman Spud CenturyLink Presents Visions of Candy Land Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada Cub Scout Pack #525 Cub Scout Pack #838 TruGreen Landcare presents Rancho High School Marching Band Harris and Harris Lawyers presents Happy Birthday U.S.A. Children s Medical Center at Summerlin Hospital presents Mario Karts on Parade Summerlin Community Baptist Church Right Now Air presents Peter Pan s Neverland Suncoast Hotel and Casino presents Sunsational Summer Philippine American Association of Summerlin Pirate Fest Desert Spring United Methodist Church Friends of India Las Vegas Springs Preserve presents Brachiosaurus Jurassic Giant Thai-American Association Las Vegas Destination Academy Las Vegas Color Graphics presents Undersea Jubilee Green Light Plumbing Community Ambulance presents Madagascar s Big Top Circus Las Vegas Review Journal presents A Day Out with Thomas Carl s Jr. Happy Star Las Vegas 51 s Cosmo Celebrate Kids presents Princesses in Training Design Works Custom Painting, Inc. presents Adventures in Pixie Hollow Spinach-Packin Popeye DLP Services presents The Very Hungry Caterpillar Great Harvest Bread Company presents Pokemon The Ballen Group presents Toy Story Mania Q.I. Security Services presents Flight of Freedom Summerlin Sam s Grand Old Day BEAT THE HEAT By the Children s Medical Center at Summerlin Hospital Celebrating Independence Day outdoors is a national tradition.but when you live in the desert, it s important to take extra steps to protect you and your family from heat illness. What can you do to stay cool at the parade? Schedule hydration breaks throughout the event. You should drink about one cup of water every 15 to 20 minutes even if you don t feel thirsty. Because perspiration evaporates so quickly in Southern Nevada, we may not be aware of our water loss, so set the alarm on your phone to remind you to take a drink. Think before you drink. Water is the best source to rehydrate your body and, if you are especially active, sports beverages can help replace the salt and minerals lost during exercise. Avoid caffeinated drinks which contribute to dehydration and plan to eat a light, nutritious breakfast before the event. Stay cool by seeking shade or bringing a tent or umbrella to set-up along the course. Additionally, you can place a cold towel around your neck and behind your knees or run cold water over your wrists should you become overheated. Cool down your body should you display any of these symptoms of heat illness muscle cramping; heavy sweating; weakness; cold, pale and clammy skin; a fast but weak pulse; or nausea or vomiting. Heat stroke calls for immediate medical attention by calling 911 or going to nearest emergency room. Signs of heat stroke include a body temperature above 103 degrees; hot, red, dry or moist skin; a rapid and strong pulse and possible unconsciousness. Cool the body, but do not give the person fluids should signs of heat stroke be evident. Should you need assistance, please contact a parade official or report to an EMT station along the route. Stay cool and enjoy the Fourth of July with your family. And, as always, we re here whenever you need us.
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