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Canfield ignites spirit of America
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Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Canfield Fourth of July Parade Grand Marshals Anthony and Michael Ross were represented on the parade route at the front of the procession. Recent Canfield High School graduates, Anthony and Michael reported to West Point July 2, and were unable to attend the festivities.
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Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Participants in the ski race at the Canfield Fourth of July Celebration children’s games got in sync with their team members to win the race.
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Neighbors | Abby Slanker.The Canfield Little Cardinals football players and cheerleaders proudly marched their way through the Fourth of July Parade.
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Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Local Girl Scout troops rode on a float celebrating the organization’s 100 year anniversary in the Canfield Fourth of July Parade.
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Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Porgie the Clown performed a magic show, with the help of an audience member, on the North Green during the Canfield Fourth of July Celebration.
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Neighbors | Abby Slanker.The Canfield High School Marching Band started off the Fourth of July parade with tight marching and songs full of pride for their community and Independance Day.
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Neighbors | Abby Slanker.United States Marine Corps World War II veterans rode in the Canfield Fourth of July Parade to show their national pride.
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Neighbors | Abby Slanker.Members of the Knights of Columbus marched in the Canfield Fourth of July Parade.
By ABBY SLANKER
While trying to beat the heat, thousands of people ‘Ignited the Spirit of America’ during Canfield’s Fourth of July Celebration on Wednesday. Whether they were lining the streets of the parade route, marching in the parade, listening to music, playing games or just trying to keep cool, everyone was celebrating their independence.
The day started with the Firecracker Four-Mile run and kids’ foot race. J.D. Eicher & The Goodnights provided a pre-parade performance.
Canfield Fourth of July Parade Grand Marshals Anthony and Michael Ross were represented during the parade. Recent Canfield High School graduates, they reported to West Point Academy July 2, and were unable to attend the festivities.
Parade participants marched in front of a considerable crowd and included a variety of local clubs, politicians, local dignitaries, police and fire, local churches, antique cars, the Canfield High School band, Canfield High School alumni, 4-H clubs, Marine Corps League, and childrens’ favorite – clowns.
Following the parade, children’s games were available on the North Green and included activities for all ages. Game players were rewarded with tickets, which could be cashed in for prizes, including water bottles and T-shirts.
The Youngstown Symphonic Band closed the celebration with a performance at the gazebo.