Maxwelton gears up for parade


June 19, 2012 · Updated 2:17 PM 

It’s almost time for the 97th annual Maxwelton Community Independence Day Parade. The parade, hosted by members and volunteers of the Maxwelton Community Club, will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 4, at Maxwelton Beach, Clinton.

Registration for entry numbers begins at 11:30 a.m. at the corner of Maxwelton and Swede Hill roads. The short, but lively, parade ends at the turn-in to the Dave Mackie Park boat ramp. Creative musical and walking entries, and kids of any age on bikes are welcome. There is no fee and no need to pre-register. Registrants should bring a short description of their entry for the announcer to read.

Entries promoting a political candidate or party are limited to one entry per candidate or party. There are restrictions on size of non-vintage vehicles. Inquiries about unusual entries and vehicles are welcome. A bagpipe entry is needed; contact the organizers.

As usual there will be free parking and shuttle service to and from the site. In return, parade-goers are asked to buy a $1 souvenir button, become a member of the Community Club, and patronize the food concession stand. Volunteer help is welcome, too. Contact the club at 579-2030 or maxweltonclub@whidbey.com.

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