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GET READY TO TWINKLE, SHINE & GLOW IN WESTWOODAnnual Parade and Activities Set for December 7th
The Westwood Recreation Department and parade planning committee are pleased to announce “Twinkle, Shine & Glow” as the theme for this year’s Home for the Holidays parade to be held on December 7, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., rain, snow or shine! Tree lighting in Veterans Park and photos with the big jolly elf himself will immediately follow the parade.
BE IN THE PARADE
Nearly 30 organizations have already registered to be a part of this year's parade including the marching bands from Westwood Regional High School, Park Ridge High School and Emerson High School; Girls Scout Troops, Cub Scout Packs, dance troops, antique cars, sporting organizations and more. Local organizations and youth groups interested in hosting a float or marching in the parade can register by filling out a short form at: https://tinyurl.com/2024HFTHParade or by emailing Westwood Recreation Supervisor RoseAnn Ciarlante at [email protected]. Organizations are reminded that a certificate of insurance is required for participation. Deadline to register and return all required paperwork is November 15.
SPONSOR THE PARADE
In addition, the planning committee is seeking a limited number of $1000 sponsorships. All sponsors will have their logo on posters and banners, will be included on social media posts, and will be given the opportunity to host a sponsors table along the parade route. All sponsorship requests will be reviewed and confirmed by the Westwood Recreation Department. Sponsorship proceeds will be used to support parade activities. Those interested in sponsorship can email [email protected].
The Home for the Holidays parade has been a Pascack Valley tradition since the 1960s when Santa Claus took his first ride through downtown Westwood on the back of the Westwood Fire Department’s ladder truck. He’s been back every year as the parade has grown, delighting children and their families with big waves and jolly winks from high atop the fire truck followed by visits with his fans at Westwood’s historic bandstand. The Home for the Holidays Parade was voted Best Special Town Event in the 2024 (201) Best of Bergen Community Choice Awards.
The Home for the Holidays parade is made possible by the Borough of Westwood and its Recreation, Police, Public Works, and Fire departments with the assistance of a dedicated corps of community volunteers. For more information about the parade please contact the Westwood Recreation Department at 201-664-7882 or visit westwoodnj.gov/recreation. Updates can be found on Facebook or Instagram -- @westwoodnjrec .
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