(Community Matters 57) 2023 Battle Creek Christmas Parade Sets New Record for Number of Entrants

Battle Creek Christmas Parade organizers use their tried and true paper method to organize the order of the parade. BCCP photo

As Stephanie Cornish and her crew of volunteers from the Harper Creek Optimist Club prepare for the annual Battle Creek Christmas Parade, she made a decision: Let the entrant count go for a bit and see how many actually come in.

Speaking to Community Matters a week ahead of the November 18, 2023 parade date in Battle Creek, Stephanie talks about how many they have confirmed – and how she determines if a participant is a “newbie” to the parade.

Episode Resources
Battle Creek Christmas Parade Facebook Page
Battle Creek Optimist Club Facebook Page

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