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MainStreet Oceanside Announces Return of ‘Hometown Heroes’ Theme for Oceanside Independence Parade

from OsideNews.com

Larry Hatter, Class of 1962

Oceanside CA— On Saturday, June 29, 2019, the Annual Oceanside Independence Parade will honor local leaders and community members with the returning theme of “Hometown Heroes.” The parade will start at 10 a.m. at the intersection of North Coast Highway and Wisconsin Avenue and travel north on Coast Highway to Civic Center Drive. More than 100 parade entries are expected to march, roll, walk and drive down Historic Highway 101.

“The theme ‘Hometown Heroes’ is a great way to recognize individuals who have given back to our great city,” said Cathy Nykiel, Parade Committee chair for MainStreet Oceanside, the organizer of the parade. “We hope to see everyone in their best patriotic attire, waving their American flags and paying tribute to our nation’s birthday with all of our local businesses and community leaders and partners that make Oceanside a great place to live.”

Larry Hatter, Oceanside High Class of 1962 and OHS Hall of Fame Inductee to be honored in Oceanside Independence Parade.

Three Hometown Heroes will be recognized during this year’s Oceanside Independence Parade: Colleen O’Harra, former Oceanside City Council member and co-founder of the Women’s Resource Center; Larry Hatter, chair, board member and volunteer of numerous community organizations; and Max Disposti, executive director of the North County LGBTQ Resource Center.

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Oceanside Independence Parade 2016-Esther

Oceanside Council Member Esther Sanchez, OHS Class of 1974

Oceanside Independence Parade 2016-Breana

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photos from a previous parade year

A local tradition since 1892, the Oceanside Independence Parade is made possible by the assistance of over 100 volunteers. To participate or volunteer in the parade, complete the parade or volunteer application at oceansideparade.com.

Larry Hatter to be honored in Oceanside Independence Parade MainStreet Oceanside Announces Return of ‘Hometown Heroes’ Theme for Oceanside Independence Parade from OsideNews.com Oceanside CA…

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Dia de los Muertos – Largest Festival in San Diego 2017 Dia de los Muertos FestivalOctober 29, 2017 from 10am to 4pm http://mslrdiadelosmuertos.com  www.sanluisrey.org Community organizers and organizations come together to keep the Dia de los Muertos Festival in Oceanside.  Spearheaded by many and headed by Cathy Nykiel, Dave Mears of Legendary Event Management and Chema and Manuel Navarro of Por Siempre Car Club, the festival will continue this tradition in Oceanside at the Old Mission San Luis Rey again for its 16th celebratory year.            This year, the festival will continue with its many community partners to continue the largest attended Dia de los Muertos Festival again at Old Mission San Luis Rey.  This vibrant event will showcase over 25 altars, traditional dancers, Classic Car Show, a shopping Mercado, amongst the serenity of the King of the Mission’s grounds. For more on this story: http://bit.ly/2yOHmoO

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‘Hometown Heroes’ Theme for Oceanside Independence Parade

Larry Hatter, Class of 1962

Oceanside CA— On Saturday, June 29, 2019, the Annual Oceanside Independence Parade will honor local leaders and community members with the returning theme of “Hometown Heroes.” The parade will start at 10 a.m. at the intersection of North Coast Highway and Wisconsin Avenue and travel north on Coast Highway to Civic Center Drive. More than 140 parade entries are expected to march, roll, walk and drive down Historic Highway 101. A record number of participants.

“The theme ‘Hometown Heroes’ is a great way to recognize individuals who have given back to our great city,” said Cathy Nykiel, Parade Committee chair for MainStreet Oceanside, the organizer of the parade. “We hope to see everyone in their best patriotic attire, waving their American flags and paying tribute to our nation’s birthday with all of our local businesses and community leaders and partners that make Oceanside a great place to live.”

Larry Hatter, Oceanside High Class of 1962, OHS Hall of Fame Inductee & member of the OHS Foundation be honored in Oceanside Independence Parade.

Three Hometown Heroes will be recognized during this year’s Oceanside Independence Parade: Colleen O’Harra, former Oceanside City Council member and co-founder of the Women’s Resource Center; Larry Hatter, chair, board member and volunteer of numerous community organizations; and Max Disposti, executive director of the North County LGBTQ Resource Center.

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Oceanside Independence Parade 2016-Esther

Oceanside Council Member Esther Sanchez, OHS Class of 1974

Oceanside Independence Parade 2016-Breana

Miss Oceanside

photos from a previous parade year

A local tradition since 1892, the Oceanside Independence Parade is made possible by the assistance of over 100 volunteers.

Historic Society Newsletter June 2019 (a)

Saturday is the Oceanside Independence Parade honoring Larry Hatter and two others ‘Hometown Heroes’ Theme for Oceanside Independence Parade Oceanside CA— On Saturday, June 29, 2019, the Annual Oceanside Independence Parade will honor local leaders and community members with the returning theme of “Hometown Heroes.” The parade…

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Announcement made by MainStreet Oceanside and Osidenews.com, March 26, 2018~

Oceanside CA—Three Hometown Heroes will be recognized during this year’s Oceanside Independence Parade: the grand marshal, who will be former Mayor Jim Wood (OHS Class of 1966),  the superintendent of the Oceanside Unified School District, Duane Coleman (OHS Class of 1979); and the manager of the City of Oceanside Parks and Recreation Division, Eileen Turk. Dr. Coleman and  Mrs. Turk have announced their retirement plans for this year.

  Superintendent Dr. Duane Coleman

Former Mayor Jim Wood

Eileen Turk

On Saturday, June 30, 2018, the 24th Annual Oceanside Independence Parade will start at 10 a.m. at the intersection of North Coast Highway and Wisconsin Avenue and travel north on Coast Highway to Civic Center Drive. More than 100 parade entries are expected to march, roll, walk and drive down historic Highway 101., including the OHS Pirate Marching Band.

OHS Marching Band

“We are anticipating a jam-packed parade experience with this year’s theme,” said Cathy Nykiel, Parade Committee chair for MainStreet Oceanside, the organizer of the parade. “Come out in your best patriotic duds and wave your American flags as we pay tribute to our nation, our city and our local businesses along with Oceanside leaders who help make our community the best place to live.”

A local tradition since 1892, the Oceanside Independence Parade is made possible by the assistance of over 100 volunteers. To participate or volunteer in the parade, complete the parade or volunteer application at www.oceansideparade.com.

Original article: MainStreet Oceanside Announces ‘Hometown Heroes’ Theme for Oceanside Independence Parade

Wood, Coleman to be recognized in Oceanside Independence Parade Announcement made by MainStreet Oceanside and Osidenews.com, March 26, 2018~ Oceanside CA—Three Hometown Heroes will be recognized during this year’s Oceanside Independence Parade: the grand marshal, who will be former…