FARMINGTON – The biggest crowd yet turned out for the 37th annual Chester Greenwood Day parade on a sunny, mid-30s breezy Saturday morning, perfect for wearing earmuffs.
The man who most famously invented earmuffs back in 1873 at the age of 15 was honored with a long parade, sponsored by the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce, along with lots of events that celebrated Farmington native Chester Greenwood, along with winter as well.
Earmuffs were the fashion of the day for people, their pets and some over-sized versions decorating police cars and school buses. After the parade, a flag-raising ceremony, gingerbread house and chili contests were held.
The Chester Greenwood Day parade winners:
Adult Category
1st- Comfort Inn “Snowball Fight”
2nd- New Hope Baptist Church ” Winter Scene”
3rd – UMF 150th Celebration
Youth Overall
Broadway Academy of Dance
While watching the parade I stood next to a media team from Animal Planet! Be on the lookout!
Great job !!!!!!! Nice to some families doing things together.
This is why we’re The USA!!!. There is no finer place to live on planet earth!! I am proud beyond telling.
North Woods Law will be airing this parade, KTJ announced that before the parade.
Great time watching the parade..
Lots of variety..
Very Very Nice.
I also went inside the Historic North Church after
Mt Blue Voices were singing,,,WOW !!
And that church is very very cool..
Loved seeing so many people enjoying,,
We have a nice town folks..
Wonderful display of community spirit.
On wish list for next year’s parade-MORE MUSIC and singing to engage and energize the crowds!
Mt. Blue Voices were awesome. Put them in the parade for everyone to hear!!!
Community support extended to the Historical Society – the Octagon, North Church and Titcomb House had many visitors. Thank you to everyone who came by.
We’re so grateful and proud to live here.