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Nominations are now being accepted for Grand Marshal of the 18th annual Millersville Community Parade, a joint effort between Millersville University, the Millersville Borough and the surrounding community. The Grand Marshal has the honor of riding in the parade’s lead vehicle. The parade is scheduled for October 18, and the parade theme is “Wonders of the Sea.”
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. He or she must include an address and phone number. Nominations must be received by July 31, 2014. 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 Office of Alumni Engagement, PO Box 1002, Millersville, PA 17551-0302 or submit by fax to 717-871-5050. Please call 717-872-3352 with any questions about the Grand Marshal or to inquire about participating in the Millersville Community Parade or visit the parade website: www.parade.millersville.edu .
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 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, Mary Ann and Phil Gerber, David W. Patterson, Dr. Francine G. McNairy and Andrew T. Scheid.
