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Nominations are now being accepted for Grand Marshal of the 15th annual Millersville Community Parade, a joint effort between Millersville University, Millersville Borough and the surrounding community. The Grand Marshal has the honor of riding in the parade’s lead vehicle. The parade is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday, October 29. The 2011 parade theme is “Our American Heritage 1761-2011 – Celebrating Millersville’s 250th Anniversary.”
The Grand Marshal is selected each year based on his or her significant contributions to the Millersville community. All nominees must live or work in the Millersville community. Nominations can be submitted in the form of a one-page letter explaining the nominee’s specific impact on the Millersville community. Nominations must include an address and phone number and be received by the July 1, 2011 deadline. The Grand Marshal is notified of the honor approximately two months prior to the parade date.
Nominations can be mailed to: The Millersville Community Parade, Millersville University, c/o Alumni Services Office, P.O. Box 1002, Millersville, Pa., 17551-0302, or submitted by fax, to 717-871-5050. For questions about the Grand Marshal nominations, or to inquire about participating in the Millersville Community Parade, call 717-872-3352.
The Millersville Community Parade was established in 1997 by a group of volunteers dedicated to improving relationships between the borough of Millersville, Millersville University, Manor Township and surrounding communities. Since then, the Millersville Parade has quickly evolved into one of Lancaster County’s largest and most dynamic parades. Previous grand marshals include John Herr, Lynette Trout, Dorothy Bender, Jim Eshleman, Dr. William Duncan, Dr. Joseph Caputo, Steven DiGuiseppe, Harold “Skip” Rhodes, Ralph and Judy Anttonen, Benjamin F. and Polly H. Kauffman and David W. Patterson.
