Kansas City MINI Enthusiasts

MarlowMain is coordinating the club's annual appearance in the Parkville 4th of July parade. See post below for more details.

Thanks, Dori, for putting together this fun event for all of us!

OK, we are in for the Parkville parade again. Just a few hours spent for memories of a fun time that will last and last. Dress up you MINI for the 4th of July parade and join us ---

Count me in. Should draw attention with my Union Jack themed Mini lol.

Zack, you might want to rethink your English Union Jack theme for a US July 4th parade. There are some people along the parade rout that might not like what you are saying. We still get some grief for driving a foreign car. Might want to stick with Ole Glory. Just my thoughts --

I'll be there in Artemis. Don't think BB will be ready.

If I'm home the "Goose" will go-Thanks,Frank

We'll have to miss it yet again, we'll be in Colorado for a family reunion.

Minidave wrote:We'll have to miss it yet again, we'll be in Colorado for a family reunion.

We will miss you ( again )

The Main Street Parkville Association will be hosting the annual 4th of July Parade, which will be held on Wednesday, July 4th this year. The final details with the parade theme and all the carnival / firework information is still being finalized by the Main Street Association, but is expected out later this week. I will post them when I get them;-)

So far now... use this as your place holder and start practicing your parade wave


Wednesday, July 4, 2012, Parade starts at 10:00 am or so

So far we have:

1.Davester in the Deuce
2.Zackattack28
3.Counterfit_Mini with Artemis
4.Blugoose as a maybe
5.Cheeky
6. Minimax
7. Marlow Main

I might be able to persuade my friend Tyler (Union Jack/roofed '07 Cooper S) and Tom to participate.

Zackattack28 wrote:I might be able to persuade my friend Tyler (Union Jack/roofed '07 Cooper S) and Tom to participate.

All MINIs/Minis (and their peeps) are welcomed to join..regardless of their graphic choice
I just need to get a count of the cars.

I'll be at MTTS in New Jersey/Philadelphia/Washington DC that day...sorry to miss it.

davester wrote:Zack, you might want to rethink your English Union Jack theme for a US July 4th parade. There are some people along the parade rout that might not like what you are saying. We still get some grief for driving a foreign car. Might want to stick with Ole Glory. Just my thoughts --

Thats a bit hard when the car has Union Jack valve caps, a rear view mirror cap, and driving light covers not to mention the new Union jack fender vinyls. I can't remove em. What do you recommend?

I'll leave my windows rolled up to avoid the flying rotten tomatoes.

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Zackattack28 wrote:

davester wrote:Zack, you might want to rethink your English Union Jack theme for a US July 4th parade. There are some people along the parade rout that might not like what you are saying. We still get some grief for driving a foreign car. Might want to stick with Ole Glory. Just my thoughts --

Thats a bit hard when the car has Union Jack valve caps, a rear view mirror cap, and driving light covers not to mention the new Union jack fender vinyls. I can't remove em. What do you recommend?

I'll leave my windows rolled up to avoid the flying rotten tomatoes.

I sent you a PM with recommendations---

It's time to shine up your MINIs/Minis, drive real, real slow and wave thousands of adoring, cheering fans.
Remember, there are a couple of rules that is strictly enforced.

1. No Candy throwing
2. You must not get out of your vehicle while the parade is in progress (fans are not allowed to run up to the cars either)

The date of the parade is Wednesday, July 4. The parade begins at 10:00 am at 63rd Street and Hwy 99 (the street behind The shopping complex where Price Chopper is located) and ends in Historic Downtown Parkville. Please plan on getting to the staging area by 9:00 am.

This year’s theme is “Parkville July 4th Blast Off”, so feel free to dress up you MINI/Mini. This is a very family friendly event and a lot of fun.

Other 4th of July activities:
Pancake breakfast 7:00 am - 11:00 am at the American Legion
Parade 10:00 am
Carnival and vendors: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
The Parkville Symphonic Band performance (Graham Tyler Chapel on the Park University ) 7:30 pm
Fireworks over the Missouri River: 9:45 pm


Let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks
Marlow Main

Our registration in the Parkville July 4th Parade has been confirmed, so shine up your cars and practice your parade wave:

From the Main Street Association:

Happy 4th of July! Thank you for submitting your parade application. Your application has been received and processed. This year’s parade line up will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 4 at 63rd Street and Bell Road (Parkville Commons Area). Upon arrival look for a parade lineup volunteer who will be able to direct your group.

Please respect businesses that are open the morning of by not parking in their parking lot. You are welcome to park at Parkville City Hall.

Please note the following:
· Parade participants are not allowed to get in and out of a moving vehicles
· Parade participants are not allowed to toss candy or any other items
· Parade participates are allowed to hand candy and other items to those watching
Schedule of Events for Wednesday, July 4th

Lion’s Club Pancake Breakfast, 7:00 – 11:00 a.m. at the American Legion, 11 Main Street

Community Parade
Starts at 10:00 a.m. heading south on Highway 9 from 63rd Street to Downtown Parkville.
Grand Marshall, the Honorable Mayor, Jim Brooks.

Carnival Rides, 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Continuing Thursday thru Saturday 6:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Thursday, Friday, Saturday wristband special for unlimited rides, only $20 each evening.

Parkville Symphonic Band Performance, 7:30 p.m.
Graham Tyler Memorial Chapel, Park University Campus

Free Shuttle Bus Service, Wednesday, 6:00 pm till mid-night
From South Platte Community Center, Park Hill South High School and Park University.

Fireworks Over the River Starting at 9:45 p.m.

Sponsored by Main Street Parkville Association (PCDC, 501c3), Park University and River’s Bend Gallery, with special thanks to Park Hill School District, South Platte Community Center and English Landing Centre.

Unfortunately I will not be able to participate this year. We are renting a house at the Lake of the Ozarks for the 4th. I will have to look forward to next year

S-car-go wrote:Unfortunately I will not be able to participate this year. We are renting a house at the Lake of the Ozarks for the 4th. I will have to look forward to next year

Have fun a the lake.

Come on MINI people. This is a great event. We have a ball driving in this parade. People will cheer for you when you drive by and say how great your MINI looks. Come and join us for a few hours having fun in the parade seeing the childrens eyes get big when we pass by.

Hey Guys, as of right now you can count Teresa and I in. We'll be there with Cheeky !

Max and family would like to come. Do we need to sign up or can I just show up at 9 am as the prior posting suggested? My wife is thinking of a themed costume. See you there.


Max

Great! Will see y'all there Anyone else ??????