Veterans welcome to ride trolley during July 4 parade in Lyndonville

Photo by Tom Rivers: These veterans ride in trolley provided by the Houseman-Tanner Post of the American Legion during last year’s July 4 parade down Main Street.

Press Release, Steve Goodrich, commander of Houseman-Tanner Post of the American Legion

LYNDONVILLE – Are you a veteran? The American Legion 4th of July trolley/float has a seat for you!

We proudly lead the parade to show our appreciation and support for all of our military service members (current and former).

Come join us and witness firsthand the love our Village has for our military. This year’s Grand Marshal (in memoriam) will be Colonel Rick N. Parsons USAF (Ret). Col. Parsons passed May 25, 2021. He will be represented by his family.

There will be a flag-raising ceremony and proclamations read by state and local officials at the High School flag pole immediately after the parade.

Please Note: The trolley is handicapped accessible with on-board ramps.

Details for participating:

WHERE: Corners of Platten Road, Alps Road and Maple Avenue in Lyndonville.

WHEN: Not later than 11 am.

Due to traffic concerns those wishing to participate should be at the corner of Platten/Alps & Maple not later than 11 a.m. There may be detours posted please follow them. After 11 a.m. expect Maple Ave to close to traffic. The post will provide water on the Trolley. Please dress for the weather.

DROP OFF/PARKING/TRANSPORTATION: Those on the trolley can ride back to the start point after the parade to return to their vehicles or their rides.

QUESTIONS? Send us an email at AmericanLegion1603@gmail.com.