St. Patrick's Day Parade Bios 2004
Master of Ceremonies
Sedona St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2004 - M C Script
“Blarney on the Rocks"
NOTE: Thomas Groom Clowns will be roaming the crowd as the parade progresses – starting at the beginning of the parade route and will likely arrive in the grandstand area near the end of the parade; their script follows and is repeated at the end of the pages to remind you again to mention them when they are visible: “Leprechauns and friends are handing out shimmering beads and “lucky” St. Patrick’s Day Doubloons and roaming the crowd throughout the parade”.
Sedona Fire District
Here is one of Sedona Fire District’s newest firefighting machines - 2004 KME TYPE-1 fire engine.
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Parade Banner
The parade is starting. Here comes the banner to announce the start of the 34th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade – Blarney on the Rocks. The name of the theme was created by the “The Green Team”.
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The Irish Pipes of Sedona
Short version: This small group of bagpipers has only recently been formed due to the Arizona Highlanders disbandment. Led by Joe Tulley, the group includes: Martha Shidler-owner of a Flagstaff bookstore that specializes in Irish, Scottish and Celtic books; Michael Donelson, an honor student in Flagstaff; and Gene Cornelison, who began learning to play the pipes upon his retirement.
Long version: Led by Joe Tulley, a retired Police Officer from Nassau County, N.Y., who has been playing the Pipes for almost twenty years, this small group has only recently been formed due to the Arizona Highlanders disbandment. The Nassau County Emerald Society Pipe Band, that Joe was a member of, won many Piping awards including the prestigious James J. Comerford award for the best band in the 1989 New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Joe is 63 and has lived in Sedona for 10 years. Martha Shidler comes to us from the Arizona Highlanders. She is the owner of a Flagstaff bookstore that specializes in Irish, Scottish and Celtic books and has been piping for 8 years. Michael Donelson will turn 14 on St. Patrick’s Day. He is an honor student Flagstaff Middle School, has been playing the pipes for 5 years and also comes from the Arizona Highlanders. Gene Cornelison began learning to play the pipes upon his retirement. Joe has been his instructor for the last 1 ½ years. This is Gene’s first parade and public appearance.
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Title Sponsor Banner
Let's have a warm welcome and a loud round of applause for A Day in the West - the first ever Title Sponsor of the Sedona St. Patrick's Day Parade. This business owner, John Bradshaw is a long time supporter of the Parade and the community. He is on the Board of Directors for Sedona Main Street Program and is the 2003 Arizona Main Street Individual of the Year.
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Pot O’ Gold Sponsor Banner
We want to thank the Sedona Oak-Creek Canyon Chamber of Commerce, our special Pot O' Gold sponsor for their generous contribution to the Sedona St. Patrick's Day Parade, and their support for the community at large. And that's no Blarney!
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Camp Verde Cavalry Color Guard
The Camp Verde Cavalry has represented the Verde Valley as a Historic Mounted Color Guard Unit in parades and patriotic ceremonies for over 45 years. In authentic 1880s US Cavalry Uniforms on McCellan saddles, the Camp Verde Cavalry has ridden with pride in the Sedona St. Patrick’s Day Parade for many years. The Camp Verde Cavalry and Colonel Joe Butner wish you all a Happy St. Patrick’s Day and “May the Luck of the Irish be with you!”
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Grand Marshal (Harry Schoenberg)
Harry Schoenberg was recently awarded recognition as the Sedona Red Rock News Citizen of the Year for 2003. This dedicated retired surgeon and urologist has been working hard to better the Sedona community for over 10 years. His wonderful grandchildren, his time in the army, and his time teaching at two universities are all factors that contribute to Harry Schoenberg’s greatness. He is a resource for many community members, and even as the board chairman of the Sedona Medical Foundation, he still has time to be a dynamic community volunteer. He is actively involved in many organizations, such as the League of Women Voters and the Sedona Community Foundation. He has pride in everything he does, and we will continue to see him assisting, strengthening, and enhancing the Sedona community for years to come.
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Northern Arizona Leaders (Dignitaries)
Leaders from all over Northern Arizona have come to join you in the 34th Annual Sedona St. Patrick’s Day Parade:
The Honorable Dick Ellis, Mayor of Sedona.
The Honorable Mayor Joe Donaldson – Flagstaff
The Honorable Mayor Jay Kinsella – Jerome
The Honorable Councilman Thomas Beauty, Yavapai Nation Tribal Council
Welcome to the parade and we hope you have a Blarney of a time!
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Dignitary Al Herrman couldn’t make it today. We are sorry to miss him. He has been involved with the Sedona St. Patrick’s parade since 1983, serving on Committees as Chairperson, and as Grand Marshal. He continues to sponsor the parade.
Sedona City Council
City of Sedona City Council members – Charlie Crick, Anita MacFarlane, Susan Solomon, Ernie Strauch, and Paul Tutnick joined by Council-Elect Pud Colquitt.
Our City Council is working hard to make Sedona a safe and prosperous place to live, as well as friendly and exciting destination for visitors. For the residents of Sedona, you already know that the St. Patrick’s Day Parade is annual tradition. And for all of you visiting Sedona today, we are happy to have you join in our festive celebration.
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Davis - Ryan - O’Halleran (Dignitaries)
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Two Irishmen and a Davis..... for Blarney on the Rocks!!! State Representative Tom O'Halleran, and Coconino County Supervisor Matt Ryan are happy to join Yavapai County Supervisor Chip Davis in sharing in the spirit and beauty of Sedona in the Saint Patrick's Day Parade this beautiful Saturday morning!!!!
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An Irishman and a Davis….for Blarney on the Rocks!!! Coconino County Supervisor Matt Ryan and Yavapai County Supervisor Chip Davis are happy to be here in sharing the spirit and beauty of Sedona in the Saint Patrick’s Day Parade this beautiful Saturday morning!!!
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Kraske, Archuleta, Mazon (Dignitaries)
Greetings to the Red Rock Country and Happy St. Patty’s Day from Coconino County elected officials… Bonny Kraske (pronounce crass-key), County Treasurer; Chris Mazon, County Assessor; Liz Archuleta, County Board of Supervisors. Thank you for inviting us to Blarney on the Rocks.
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Bill Pribil (Dignitary)
Bill Pribil is the Chief Deputy with the Coconino County Sheriffs Office, and has worked in all areas of law enforcement. Bill has been with the Sheriff’s office for thirty (30) years and is a graduate of Northern Arizona University and FBI National Academy. He supports strong community involvement and has a close working relationship with citizens. He is also a candidate for Sheriff of Coconino County, and would appreciate your vote in November.
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A Day in the West (Tiger Den)
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Riding high and smiling wide, are the lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Lions and tigers and bears of the Boy Scouts of America, that is. They are being transported in ‘A Day in the West’ brand new, “suped” up Jeep, newly outfitted to handled up to a family of nine, or a growling group of ggrrrranimals in today’s Parade. Driving these beastie boys is Councilman Elect & Tiger Den Leader, John Bradshaw, who was born on St. Patrick’s Day! John is the owner of ‘A Day in the West’ Jeep Tours, and is a Proud Title Sponsor of the 34th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Congratulations on John’s election to Sedona City Council.
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Tuba City Boarding School
This group of dancers practice everyday before school and has provided entertainment all around Northern Arizona. They are called the TCBS Country Dancers, under the direction of Ms. Lessie Cox.
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Toastmasters of Sedona
“Toastmasters of Sedona” is part of Toastmasters International, a sixty (60) year old organization dedicated to the improvement of a person’s public speaking and leadership skills. “Toastmasters of Sedona” meets every Wednesday morning at 7:00 am in the “Keep Sedona Beautiful building”.
The mission of Toastmasters of Sedona is to provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has an opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills, which in turn foster self-confidence and personal growth.
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Sedona Car Club
The Sedona Car Club was founded in 1982 and presently has membership of over 70 families. The purpose of the club is to further the use and enjoyment of antique, classic and special-interest automobiles.
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Arizona Rangers – Verde Valley Company
The Arizona Rangers originated in 1901. This is the Verde Valley Company of the Arizona Rangers. They currently have the only Mounted Ranger Patrol in the state. Arizona Rangers serve as law enforcement backup for Verde Valley; responding to assist Sedona Police Dept., Cottonwood Police Department, Jerome and Camp Verde. If interested in community service, especially law enforcement, call Captain Jerry Knox.
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Sedona Oak Creek Canyon Chamber of Commerce –
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Let’s welcome the Sedona Oak Creek Canyon Chamber of Commerce staff and families – the chamber is the premier business organization in our community. The Chamber is in the community for the community, sponsoring business development, educational programs and networking opportunities for the membership. The Chamber represents over 1000 businesses. The Chamber operates the Tourism Bureau, the destination marketing organization for the Sedona area, providing advertising, promotion and marketing tools to consumers and travel professionals. The Chamber operates two visitor centers that assist over 400,000 visitors each year. The Chamber’s Sedona SuperPass is your passport to savings on local goods and services – value of over $2,500! Pick up your discount booklet at the Visitor Center for only $5.00.
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Sedona Strings
Sedona’s violin teacher Eve Schenk (SHANK) auditioned students from all of her local schools and from her successful studio – SEDONA STRINGS – to provide you with these traditional Irish gigs.
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Pink Jeep Tours
Since 1958 Pink Jeep Tours, the original Jeep Tour company in the country has been providing the most talked about off-road adventures in the southwest. Riding in the jeeps is Yes the ARC - a non-profit organization providing recreation, training and jobs for developmentally disabled adults in the Verde Valley for 29 years.
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Yavapai Apache Nation Pageant Committee
These are the Yavapai-Apache Nation’s Royalties:
Miss Yavapai-Apache Roseanne Shirley
1st Attendant – Alexia Eswonia
Miss Teen Yavapai-Apahe – Delight Munkett
1st Attendant – Kimberly Jackson
Princess Yavapai-Apache – Zayna Turner
1st Attendant – Amanda Honwytewa
Little Missy Yavapai-Apache – Mariah Turner
1st Attendant - Taya Smith
Wishing everyone a safe and happy weekend!
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Sedona Verde Valley Association of Realtors
Top of the morning to you….from the Sedona Verde Valley Association of Realtors and their affiliates Sedona Verde Valley Association of Realtors. So think about this…Once upon a time in a far away place, we all dreamed of living in a castle. The Sedona Verde Valley Association of Realtors and their Affiliates bring to you all the way from Ireland…The Blarney Castle. Just think what they can do for you! They can help you find your dream Castle. Call an area Realtor and be on your way to the end of the rainbow and into your dream Castle.
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Yavapai County Sheriffs Office
The Yavapai County Sheriffs Office patrol and special-purpose vehicles are driven by volunteers. The 1993 Crown Victoria patrol car includes members of the Volunteers in Protection program in the Village of Oak Creek, serving the Village, McGuireville, Rimrock and Lake Montezuma. Representatives from the nationally recognized Volunteers in Protection, a.k.a. VIP program, provide neighborhood patrols, assist deputies in non-confrontational duties and more!
And next, the Yavapai County Sheriffs Office DARE Patrol car, with VIPs from the Village of Oak Creek driving. The DARE car is a 1997 Ford Mustang, and a fully functional emergency-equipped vehicle. Deputies use this car to travel to schools throughout the Count and provide support for our schools through prevention programs related to drugs, substance use and gang violence. Sheriff’s Office continued on next page
Yavapai County Sheriffs Office
Next, the Yavapai County’s Jeep Posse Communications Command Vehicle, or CCV. The Jeep Posse is a non-profit volunteer agency and the Jeep Posse members purchased this former ambulance. The group and local businesses donated 2500 volunteer hours and $15,000 to convert it.
Last, but certainly not least, is the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Mobile Command Post. It’s a 1993 Fleetwood Bounder Motor Home (the only unit of it’s type north of the greater Phoenix area,) and was developed at no cost to taxpayers! This unit was critical in response to the “Indian” fire and continues to keep our county safe.
Although Sheriff Buck Buchanan couldn’t be here, he is well-represented by these volunteers and he wishes you a happy St. Patrick’s Day.
Garbage Can Band
The Garbage Can Band from Big Park Community School has become well-known around the area. They have performed in many local events, as well as Phoenix and Disneyland. They appreciate the support of their many local fans.
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Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus are a Catholic fraternal organization with over 2 million members in the United States. The Knights of Columbus’s give hundreds of thousands of hours of work to the communities and are the single largest contributor to Special Olympics!
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Sedona Historical Society
The Sedona Heritage Museum would like to remind us all that HISTORY is better than BLARNEY! The Museum sees Sedona’s ‘RICH” history as the pot of gold at the end of our gorgeous red rock rainbows! But where do those rainbows end? In this case, at the end of Jordan Rd - at the Sedona Heritage Museum where you can experience Sedona’s history. The Museum’s message is brought to you on Sedona’s first firetruck, a 1942 Maxim. The Museum is open every day. Vintage Sedona Postcards is the current special exhibit, and the Gift Shop has shamrock pins in stock.
Girl Scouts Sedona Neighborhood
Girl Scouts have been part of the Sedona St. Patrick’s Day Parade since its inception. Currently, there are 108 girls and 18 adults active in Sedona’s nine (9) Girl Scout Troops. The Girl Scouts would like to thank the M Diamond Rand from Rimrock for donating their services as the centerpiece for the Girl Scout entry this year. Stephanie and Kevin Kennedy also offer trail rides and cookouts at their ranch. The Girl Scouts and the M Diamond Ranch join in wishing everyone a happy St. Patrick’s Day. And remember, Girl Scouts is Where Girl Scouts Grow Strong!
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Sedona Elk’s Lodge
Elks care about children and their community. We support “Blarney on the Rocks”. Elks are Irish too.
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Marine Corps League
San Francisco Peaks Detachment, Marine Corps League, Color Guard from Flagstaff, Arizon
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League of Women Voters
The League of Women Voters and Yavapai and Coconino Counties have declared March Water Awareness Month. Blarney the Bass and his friends in “the human wave” are giving out saltwater taffy, to remind us that only 3% of the earth’s water is fresh, and distributing information about water activities throughout the month…including the First Annual Verde River Run – a 10K Race and Fun Run at 9 am tomorrow, an educational water forum at Cliff Castle Conference Center and the Institute of Ecotourism’s creek side Water Awareness Festival. “Wave” with the group to show your support of water protection – it’s our most precious resource!
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Bob Irish for Sheriff
Former Sedona Police Chief Bob Irish would appreciate your support in his campaign for Sheriff – September 2004 – Yavapai County
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Adult Community Center of Sedona
For the third year in a row, The Adult Community Center of Sedona, provider of Meals on Wheels, is raffling off a classic Corvette. This year’s raffle car is a 1961 Red Corvette. Also with us today is last year’s winner of the 1960 Corvette, Charlotte Cavanaugh from Dewey Arizona. You could be a winner too. The cost for a chance to win the 1961 Corvette is $10.00 for a book of 15 tickets. The car will be raffled on July 4th. All proceeds from the raffle go to the Adult Community Center of Sedona. Purchase tickets today at the HiWay Cafe Spring Car Show located on highway 89A in West Sedona.
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I Will Walk Again Foundation
This is the cast of “Godspell” with music from their upcoming production March 26, 27, 28 and April 2, 3, and 4 at the Red Rock High School. This is a Broadway hit from the 70’s, now in revival. “Godspell” is a fund-raiser for home invasion victim Corey Coons, 26 years old, raised in the Sedona area, showed in Phoenix a year and half ago – a case of mistaken identity, now paralyzed from the chest down. Tickets for “Godspell” are on sale at Basha’s in Cottonwood, Sedona, Camp Verde and Webbers at the Village of Oak Creek also at Sedona Books and Music.
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Ronald McDonald
Here comes our next entry, Ronald McDonald!!! Ronald travels the world as goodwill ambassador fro McDonald’s Restaurants and Ronald McDonald House Children’s Charities, but today he is here with us at our St. Patrick’s Day Parade, helping us celebrate Blarney on the Rocks, our great weather and our wonderful people. Ronald’s entry today was arranged by the Greg cook, owner/operator of the McDonald’s Restaurants in Sedona. After the parade Ronald will visit with all of his friends at the McDonald’s restaurant on US Highway 89A. Don’t miss the fun! Parades, Blarney Stones, kids and McDonald’s, we’re lovin’ it! Let’s all give Ronald McDonald a warm Sedona welcome!!!!
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Democrats of the Red Rocks
Democrats of the Red Rocks (started June 2002, President: Susan Solomon, Vice President: Elizabeth Yancy) was formed to unite the democrats of the Sedona, VOL and Verdy Valley Communities, taking action to revitalize our democracy. We will do this by increasing voter registration and turnout, by promoting The Democratic Party and by educating voters. (Contact us at democratsoftheredrocks.org)
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Los Abrigados Resort & Spa / Institute of EcoTourism
And now… the Institute of EcoTourism would like to suggest that Kermit just may have been wrong – it really is easy to be green. By recycling, conserving energy and water, riding a bike to work, or investing in an energy efficient car, we can all help sustain this beautiful place we call home. Since opening its doors in September of 2003, the Institute has been working feverously to promote a new environmental consciousness and respect for the beauty and fragility of our natural environment. Join Kermit and the Institute in taking pride in being green… and that is no blarney!
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Sedona Airport Supporters Association
“Sedona Airport Supporters” encouraging pilots to be good neighbors.
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Steve Waugh for Sheriff
Here’s Steve Waugh, candidate for Yavapai County Sheriff. Steve, with over 30 years of Law Enforcement experience, has a Six Point Plan for a more responsive and progressive Sheriffs office. To learn more about the SIX Point Plan, go to Steve’s Website: Waugh4Sheriff.com – that’s Waugh – the number four – dot com. Steve asks that you vote for EXPERIENCE – and vote for Waugh in the September 2004 Primary Election.
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Flagstaff Kennel Club K-9 Drill Team
The Sedona St. Patrick’s Day Parade was the Flagstaff Kennel Club K-9 Drill Teams first parade in 1993, so they look forward to this annual event. In addition to marching in parades, dogs and their people put on educational programs, visit nursing homes and work in hospitals. Most important, these well trained dogs are members of their human families.
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Red Earth Waldorf Kindergarten
Short Version: The Red Earth Waldorf Pre-school/Kindergarten's mission is to invite forward the unique essence of each child, and to protect, nurture and develop the child's innate intelligence. With the guiding heart of Miss Charity, the Red Earth Kindergarten has been cultivating the seeds of childhood since 1991. Their parade entry is sponsored by:
It’s All Good Companies
Garden Journeys
New Frontiers
Sedona Copy & Design
Seeds of Change
Steve Smith Signs
Verde Hay Market
Long Version: The Red Earth Waldorf Pre-school/Kindergarten's mission is to invite forward the unique essence of each child, and to protect, nurture and develop the child's innate intelligence. The kindergarten’s aim is not to mold the mind but to enable it to grow to new dimensions. With the guiding heart of Miss Charity, the Red Earth Kindergarten has been cultivating the seeds of childhood to serve the highest good of the developing child, humanity and our future since 1991.
The Red Earth Waldorf Pre-School / Kindergarten parade entry is sponsored by: It’s All Good Companies
Garden Journeys
New Frontiers
Sedona Copy & Design
Seeds of Change
Steve Smith Signs
Verde Hay Market
NOTE: New Frontiers not able to make it today but paid business entry fee so if have time to say something for them, GREAT
New Frontiers Natural Marketplace … Freshness – Flavor – Selection – And Peace of Mind …Featuring:
A World of Gourmet Delights including Premium Meats, the Freshest Produce, all natural groceries, body care products and nutritional supplements, deli and bakery items, and the best salad bar in town.
New Frontiers is located at 1420 W. Hwy. 89A in Old Marketplace in Sedona
Oak Creek Brewing Company
The Oak Creek Brewery Company has been producing award winning handcrafted beers in Sedona for nine years. Come by the brewery station at 12 noon for live Irish Folk music and our extraordinary Oatmeal Stout. Or try our new triple dry dropped Oak Creek Pale Ale, also available in six packs at your favorite store. For a nice change, visit our Oak Creek Brewery and Grill at Tlaquepaque, a great full service restaurant/brewpub factoring wood fired pizza, rotisserie chicken and barbeque ribs, as well as burgers, sandwiches, and salads.
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Northern Arizona Irish Foundation & Northern Arizona Celtic Heritage Society
The Northern Arizona Irish Foundation and the Northern Arizona Celtic Heritage Society are dedicated to the preservation and enjoyment of Celtic culture in Arizona. The two groups sponsor a wide variety of community events, including the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day Bash “Shenanigans” on March 14, and the Highland Celtic Festival held on July 17, both in Flagstaff. The Irish Foundation would like to invite you to our post-parade party to be held today from 12-3 pm at the Oak Creek Brewery in West Sedona.
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Sedona Police Department
Officer Rena Dearden & Officer Wendy Johnson riding “T-Bone” & “Molly”. Sedona’s Police Mounted Unit has been in place for three years. The Unit is used for crowd control, searches and patrol.
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National Bank of Arizona
SHORT VERSION: National Bank of Arizona continues to leave its mark as one of the state’s greatest business success stories, marking its 20-year anniversary as the state’s fourth-largest bank. The original Sedona office opened in 1997, and has been working as a community partner with businesses and residents to meet their financial needs - providing big bank resources with a community bank approach. (Last month, National Bank was named as Arizona Number One Bank for the third year in a row by Arizona Business Magazine’s Ranking Arizona.)
LONG VERSION: National Bank of Arizona continues to leave its mark as one of the state’s greatest business success stories. Founded in Tucson as a community business bank, National Bank marks its 20-year as the state’s fourth-largest bank. National Bank opened its original Sedona office in 1997. Since that time, the bank has been working as a community partner with businesses and resident to meet their financial needs. The professionals at National Bank are friendly, experienced bankers who provide big bank resources with a community bank approach.
Last month, National Bank was named as Arizona Number One Bank for the third year in a row by Arizona Business Magazine’s Ranking Arizona.
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Arizona Chapter of Greyhound Pets of America
The Arizona Chapter of Greyhound Pets of America and a coalition of Greyhound Rescue Groups in the state are joined today to bring the plight of homeless, retired racers to the attention of the public. These gentle, loving dogs of ancient lineage and noble bearing make wonderful companions, therapy dogs, and playmates. They come in every color with personalities to match. Four legged LOVE.
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Red Hat Society
The Fabulous Falderals – Sedona’s fun and funky Red Hatters!
The “fun over 50” flock are all members of the National Red Hat Society.
Founded by Hope Marquez, this group of sassy seniors entertains themselves and others when they “parade” around town in their red and purple finery. There’s nothing sedate about these ladies – these “girls” just wanna have fun!
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Check Advance
Check Advance - Cash that’s always on call, thank goodness – Checkers, the Check Advance Saint Bernard comes to the rescue with the money you need, when you need it most.
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Everett Moore
Replica of Henry Ford’s first car “The 1896 Quadricycle”, designed, built and driven by Everett Moore. Information available on www.smallcarplans.com
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KAFF/KMGN Radio
93 KAFF Country and 93.9 The Mountain serving Northern Arizona for over 40 years. May your troubles be less, and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door. Happy St. Patrick’s Day from 93 KAFF Country and 93.9 The Mountain.
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NAU Park & Recreation Club
The Parks and Recreation Management Club of Northern Arizona University is here to celebrate Blarney on the Rocks with two lucky leprechauns sharing balloons with the crowd. The club is dedicated to community service, professional and personal development.
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Patriot Disposal Inc.
Patriot Disposal has been serving the Tri-City Area since June of 2000, and now thanks Sedona fro welcoming them into their great community. Patriot Disposal is proud to extent its high standard of customer service to Sedona and proudly introduces recycling as of April 2004. Recycling, taking care of the community and the environment is how Patriot Disposal s making it a “Great Day in the West”.
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Valley Auto Sales
Valley Auto Sales has been serving the Verde Valley for 18 years helping thousands to get transportation. Come to this years Auto Auction in 2 Saturday’s in Cornville. Over 100 vehicles will be auctioned call Valley Auto Sales for details.
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Sedona Community Food Bank
The Sedona Community Food Bank is in the business of “Trading Hunger for Hope”.
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Ganado School Marching Band
The Ganado Middle School Marching Band from the Navajo Nation in Ganado, AZ is marching in their fourth Sedona St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The band is led by John Sexton and is Home of the Historic Hubble Trading Post. The Green Team is always excited to have the Ganado Marching Band in our Parade!
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Thomas Groom Clowns – note: the clowns will be roaming the crowd and may arrive in the grandstand area near the end of the parade; so
Leprechauns and friends are handing out shimmering beads and “lucky” St. Patrick’s Day Doubloons and roaming the crowd throughout the parade.
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END of Parade – make following announcement:
Remember to STAY FOR THE AWARDS CEREMONY THAT WILL TAKE PLACE FOLLOWING THE PARADE!! Since your car is safely parked in the area, you can relax and spend a few extra minutes to cheer on your favorite entries while they wait for the final announcements. It will be a bonus for all the hard working entrants to have you here to join in the applause and congratulations for the winners
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Prior to Parade Start:
AS YOU WATCH THE ENTRIES IN THE PARADE, TRY TO GUESS WHO WILL WIN THE AWARDS PRESENTED TO THE BEST ENTRIES – They are scored on both category and theme. The awards are as follows:
Best Float
Best Vehicle
Best Clown
Best Color Guard
Best Drill Team
Best Marching Unit
Best Dance Unit
Best Equestrian
Outstanding Marching Band
Best Musical
Most Unique
Shamrock
St. Patrick’s Day Award
We also would like to THANK the judges for coming here today:
This year’s Parade judges are Mindy Meyers - Interim Director of Flagstaff Parks and Recreation Department, Matt Hromada - Recreation Supervisor for Camp Verde Park and Recreation; and Andi Bailey. They will undoubtedly have some tough decisions to make. Throughout the parade they are working hard to score each entry on both category and theme. At the end they have to tabulate all the scores in order to arrive at the winning entries. Then the judges will present 12 parade awards next to the Master of Ceremony stand.
(Remember to STAY FOR THE AWARDS CEREMONY THAT WILL TAKE PLACE FOLLOWING THE PARADE!! Since your car is safely parked in the area, you can relax and spend a few extra minutes to cheer on your favorite entries while they wait for the final announcements. It will be a bonus for all the hard working entrants to have you here to join in the applause and congratulations for the winners.)
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This is a great opportunity for you to stay for a nice lunch or to shop around, since you are here and already parked in Uptown. You can stay on Jordan or walk along to Highway 89A. There are several routes to return to your vehicles: either via the Uptown Mall and Sacajawea to Jordan Road, or by walking up Apple Road to Cedar, or by means of the stairs alongside Wayside Chapel bringing them right onto Schnebly near the parking lot.
Feel free to repeat as appropriate
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We would like you to join us in special thanks to our cash sponsors:
A Day in the West, Title Sponsor
Sedona-Oak Creek Canyon Chamber of Commerce, Pot O’ Gold Sponsor
Joe Wilcox Family of Stores, Public Address System Sponsor
Oaxaca Restaurante & Cantina, Irish Green Club Sponsor
And the following Shamrock Club Sponsors:
Farmers Insurance Group, Don Nelms
Johnson Insurance Services
L’Auberge de Sedona
Matterhorn Lodge
Sedona Red Rock Jeep Tours
Alfred & Marion Herrman
Blue-Eyed Bear
Citizens Communications
Treasure Art Gallery
Troia’s Pizza Pasta Amore
We would like to thank Joe Wilcox Family of Stores for the donation of the Public Address System that we are speaking on today.
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We would like to give special thanks to those who have donated in-kind services:
City of Sedona
HomCo Ace Home Center
Larson Newspapers
Sedona Chamber of Commerce
Sedona Police Department
Creative Printing
Sedona Fire District
Sedona Unified School District
Sedona Trolley
Pepsi-Cola Bottling Co
Waste Management
Sinagua Plaza
Bob McAlester
Iris Garden Inn
Domino’s Pizza
Wayside Chapel
Bashas’
Larry Galisky / Jordan Rd. Offices
Sedona Memories
Southwest Land Company
Cowboy Club
Sedona Historical Society
Canyon Breeze Restaurant
Sacajawea Plaza
Sal DiGiovanni J
Jordan Park Estates Association
DiBattista Construction Inc.
We appreciate the numerous property owners who have allowed use of their land for this parade. They include the City of Sedona, Sedona-Oak Creek Unified School District, Iris Garden Inn, Wayside Chapel, Sinagua Plaza, Sedona Historical Society, Larry Galisky & Jordan Road Offices, Southwest Land Company, Sacajawea Plaza, Sal DiGiovanni, Jordan Park Estates Association
And thank all of the volunteers and the people that help bring this all together and make this event successful and enjoyable. THANKS!!
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BE SURE TO REMIND THE SPECTATORS
Since you are already parked in Uptown, please feel free to stay at your leisure, enjoy lunch or do a little bit of shopping in uptown Sedona!!
Remember to STAY FOR THE AWARDS CEREMONY THAT WILL TAKE PLACE FOLLOWING THE PARADE!! Since your car is safely parked in the area, you can relax and spend a few extra minutes to cheer on your favorite entries while they wait for the final announcements. It will be a bonus for all the hard working entrants to have you here to join in the applause and congratulations for the winners.
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Announce as our MC (Bob) is departing:
Bob McAlester, a local resident of KAZM and Los Abrigados fame, has volunteered his time to announce the parade for many years and does a terrific job. Please join me in giving a round of applause and a SPECIAL thanks to our Parade Master of Ceremonies, Bob McAlester!
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