Clarkston Labor Day Parade offers one last burst of green before the arrival of fall’s colors.
‘With the environment, ecology, and gasoline issues, we wanted to do something green ? not just focused on the environment, but on the community as well,? said Joel DeLong, Clarkston Rotary Club.
Organizing its 68th parade in downtown Clarkston, the Rotary picked the theme ‘Working to Keep Our Community Green,? and invited the North Oakland Headwaters Land Conservancy to lead it.
‘We’re excited about being named grand marshal,? said Katie Anderson, executive director. ‘We’re excited about participating with Rotary. Preserving green space and natural areas is great for business and the economy. It’s a great partnership.?
‘People moved out here for the green space,? DeLong said. ‘NOHLC has worked very hard to preserve it. They’re a good choice.?
The parade is set for 10 a.m., Monday, Sept. 1. Route is Church Street to Main Street, north through downtown to Miller Road.
Floats will reflect groups and individuals? thoughts on how to keep the community green, be conscious of the world, and make it better for everybody, he said.
Local groups, organizations, businesses, musical groups, marching bands, floats, equestrian groups, children and families on decorated bikes are invited to join the parade. Political candidates marching in the parade are asked to make a $50 charitable donation to the Clarkston Rotary Club.
‘Kids are learning at an early age about recycling, how to save and protect the planet. This is a great opportunity to share their thoughts and ideas,? he said. ‘We want everybody to come out and join in or watch. It will be lots of fun.?
For more information, check clarkstonrotary.org, or call DeLong at 248-625-9741.