Molino Christmas Parade Has New Route, North Pole Visitor; Will Raise Money For Needy Kids

December 4, 2008

The 6th Annual Molino Christmas Parade has a new route this year, a special guest from the North Pole, and a major goal.

The parade begins at 1 p.m. on Saturday, December 13.

The parade will begin this year on Crabtree Church Road at Sunshine Hill Road and end 1.8 miles away at the Molino Ballpark. At the ballpark a quick meal and visits with the jolly old elf himself will be available.

The meal includes an Alabama Wing House barbecue sandwich, chips and a drink for $5. Bake sale goodes will also be available. And, for all the good little boys and girls, Santa Claus himself will be on hand at the ballpark for a visit and Christmas gift wish lists.

All funds raised from parade entry fees, the bake sale and the barbecue meals will benefit needy children in the Molino community, according to Sonja Luker, one of the parade organizers. The guidance counselor at Molino Park Elementary School will assist in choosing Molino area children in need of Christmas gifts.

If you or your organization would like to be in the parade, you can pre-register at Fran’s Diner, or register the day of the parade. Fees are $15 for a float or vehicle and $5 for each motorcyle, golf cart or horse. Four-wheelers and go-carts will not be allowed.

For more information, contact Sonja Luker at 232-4973 or Fran’s Diner at 587-2803.

Donations such as toys and non-perishable foods can be dropped off at Fran’s Diner.

Pictured above: Santa Claus in last year’s Molino Christmas Parade. Pictured below: The Molino Ball Park’s float in last year’s parade. NorthEscambia.com file photos, click to enlarge.

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Written by William Reynolds · Filed Under News