Gloucester rings in season with parade, open house
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Botetourt Elementary School’s choir was all decked out for Christmas during Saturday’s Gloucester Citizen’s and Holiday Parade. The youngsters performed a selection of Christmas songs throughout the hour-plus long parade, and must have had tired voices by the end of the day. Photo by Charlie Koenig.
Saturday’s parade ended with an appearance from Santa Claus, riding in a red Gloucester Volunteer Fire and Rescue boat. On Sunday, Santa Claus met with children (and a few adults) to find out what they want for Christmas and take some photographs. Photo by Charlie Koenig.
"This year’s parade entries were wonderful. You could tell that a lot of thought and preparation went into the floats," said Denise Carter, supervisor of Gloucester Parks, Recreation and Tourism.
"We were amazed at the participation, each group was large," she added, speaking about the parade that lasted over an hour. "Mother Nature was kind, the day was beautiful so everyone wanted to be outdoors. There was great holiday spirit during the line-up, everyone was excited and enthusiastic."
Sunday’s Main Street Christmas Business Open House and Community Tree Lighting gave residents and visitors alike a chance to shop at the local stores and soak up the holiday atmosphere.
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