Saint Patrick’s Day Parade

John and Rebekah Bryks with dog Beamish helping organize the paradeSaint Patrick’s Day was celebrated early on March 7 in Old Town with a day of family fun events, including a classic car show, a dog show and a Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. Federal, state, and local elected officials; the Irish Ambassador; military commanders; and other local celebrities participated, as well as local scouts, marines and high school bands. It is one of the country’s oldest parades (Photos by Rowan Cech) Jorge Rosales with dog Bono enjoying the parade Mayor Euille Hard Times Cafe In full regalia, the bagpipers like this one entertained the crowd with familiar sounds.