Former Mayor, long time historian, author and President of Shrewsbury Historical Society Donald Burden is the Grand Marshal of Shrewsbury’s Centennial Celebration set for Saturday, May 16.
The parade and a series of events highlighting the 100th anniversary of the borough as well as the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration are all sponsored by the Shrewsbury Centennial Committee.
Burden will lead the parade of floats, governing body members other officials accounts and numerous other businesses, clubs and Shrewsbury aficionados both on foot and seated in the antique vehicle at the head of the parade.
Mayor Kimberly Eulner has invited all to attend and participate in what has been termed “a full day of fun, food, and festivities!. This will be an unforgettable, family-friendly celebration as we honor 100 years of Shrewsbury with an all-day community event packed with live entertainment, local showcases, and more,” the Mayor continued. “This milestone event will bring together neighbors, friends, and visitors to celebrate the heart of our town.
The Parade will kick off at noon at the Shrewsbury Borough School and come up Obre Place towards Samara Drive, then down sycamore Ave.and ending at Manson Park. At the town gazebo Mayor Eulner will help dedicate the new Centennial Clock at approximately 1:30 p.m., ringing the bell atop Christ Church 100 times, one for each year of the borough.!
There will be music all day with four different groups providing their talent at varying hours beginning at 1:30 and continued until 7 p.m. Groups participating in the music are The Only Choice, Satellite, Blue Abyss, until 4 p.m., and The Pontiacs from 5 to 7 p.m.
A series of historic programs will be presented through the afternoon, all at the Historical Society Building adjacent to borough hall. These include “The Three Most Important Words” at 2 p.m.’ a Garden Club Presentation at 3 p.m. “The Story of Nathan Hale at 4 p.m.
Family entertainment programs will continue throughout the town throughout the day, including Kids’ DJ/Dancing, a Classic Car Show, Inflatables and Bounce Houses, Balloon Artists and Face Painters.
To make the Centennial Celebration as amazing as hoped, two fundraising campaigns are active now. Sponsors can help us raise funding for the events through either the town’s Commemorative Ad Journal or through general event sponsorships.
Sponsorship opportunities are limited and reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Recognition will be provided in accordance with the selected sponsorship level, including recognition on the event website for all sponsors. Sponsorship benefits are subject to production timelines and space availability.
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There will be music all day with four different groups providing their talent at varying hours beginning at 1:30 and continued until 7 p.m. Groups participating in the music are The Only Choice, Satellite, Blue Abyss, until 4 p.m., and The Pontiacs from 5 to 7 p.m. A series of historic programs will be presented through the afternoon, all at the Historical Society Building adjacent to borough hall. These include “The Three Most Important Words” at 2 p.m.’ a Garden Club Presentation at 3 p.m. “The Story of Nathan Hale at 4 p.m. Family entertainment programs will continue throughout the town throughout the day, including Kids’ DJ/Dancing, a Classic Car Show, Inflatables and Bounce Houses, Balloon Artists and Face Painters. To make the Centennial Celebration as amazing as hoped, two fundraising campaigns are active now. Sponsors can help us raise funding for the events through either the town’s Commemorative Ad Journal or through general event sponsorships. Sponsorship opportunities are limited and reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Recognition will be provided in accordance with the selected sponsorship level, including recognition on the event website for all sponsors. Sponsorship benefits are subject to production timelines and space availability.
