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The South Kingstown Veteran’s Day Parade, sponsored by VFW Post 916, will be conducted on Monday, November 11, 2024 beginning at 10:00 am. The parade committee invites the entire community to join in celebrating veterans by lining Main Street, Wakefield, and recognizing members of our community who are currently serving or have served in the US Armed Forces.
The parade route starts on Holley Street, turns onto Main Street, and concludes on High Street, at the Saugatucket Park Veterans Monument. It will feature Veterans Organizations including the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Vietnam Veterans of America, as well as the South Kingstown High School marching band, elected officials, the Gansett Guard, and numerous military marching groups, community organizations, and local public safety agencies.
Following the parade, a ceremony honoring all veterans will be conducted at Saugatucket Park beginning at approximately 11:00am. VFW State Commander Joe “Tiger” Patrick will serve as Master of Ceremonies.
Veterans and/or their family members are strongly encouraged to march in the parade; and should meet behind Old Mountain Lanes, 765 Kingstown Road, Wakefield, at 9:30am. Any individuals or organizations interested in marching should complete the Parade Participation Registration Form,
In the event of inclement weather, the parade may be cancelled and the ceremony will be conducted at the South Kingstown High School at 11:00 am Please visit www.southkingstownri.com or the South Kingstown Parks and Recreation Facebook page for all scheduling updates on the day of the parade.
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All are welcome to view the parade!
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Event source: https://www.southkingstownri.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1411
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