Farmington Rotary Fourth of July parade is July 3

PHOTO: Enjoying a recent Farmington Rotary Fourth of July parade are, from left, Bill Hannaford, Bill Marceau, Sharon Cullenberg, Terri Winslow, Al Feather and Sue Pratt. (Submitted photo)

FARMINGTON — The Fourth of July parade will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 3, sponsored by Farmington Rotary Club. Staging area for all participants will be at the Olsen Student Center parking lot on High Street. Lineup and judging is at 9 a.m. The theme of this year’s parade is “Freedom.” Chamber Bucks will be awarded to the top two entries in each category ($50 and blue ribbon; and $25 and red ribbon; third place will receive a white ribbon). The five categories are: Agriculture/Animal; Band/Music/Walkers; Antique (Car/Truck/Tractor); Military Service/Patriotic; and Float. The parade route will extend down High Street, Broadway, Main Street and South Street. Organizers ask that those participating and watching be respectful of others and enjoy the parade while socially distancing.