Thanksgiving Parade on Nov. 24

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The 47th annual Mayfair-Holmesburg Thanksgiving Parade will take place on Sunday, Nov. 24, from noon to 3 p.m. on Frankford Avenue, from Rhawn Street to Knorr Street.

The grand marshal will be Ed Lloyd, of Lloyd Sixsmith Sporting Goods, celebrating 50 years in business.

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Following the grand marshal will be an assortment of string bands, favorite local bands, community school marching bands, cheerleader squads, dance groups, classic cars, military vehicles and, bringing up the rear, Santa Claus.

Children can hand their Christmas letters to Santa’s elves.

Scouts will be collecting nonperishable food along the route.

The U.S. Marine Corps will be collecting Toys for Tots at Knorr Street.

For more information on being a sponsor, participant or volunteer, email info@thanksgivingparade.org or visit thanksgivingparade.org. ••

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