Events

Monte Vista Fourth of July Parade and Picnic

Date Time: 7/7/2010 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Monte Vista


The Monte Vista Historical Association 2010 Fourth of July Parade and Picnic was a huge success. Over 300 residents of the Monte Vista Historical District met at the corner of Lynwood and Howard on July 4th. The weather threatened rain, however, the occasional sprinkle did little to dampen the spirits of parade- and picnic-goers.

The procession was led by Taylor and Dillon McManus, a drum and fife duo from UTSA's School of Music, and Justin Blanchard carrying the U.S. flag. Grand Marshall Robin Teague rode in style in Dan Markson's 1960 Cadillac. "Grand Fido" Einstein from Wash Shake Wag rounded out the dignitaries in the parade. This year's prarade revived an Monte Vista tradition of awards for Best Non-Motorized Vehicle, Best Patriotic Dressed Adult and Child, and Best Dressed Pet. As shown in the photos below, there was much competition for the coveted awards.

Upon arrival of the parade at the Landa Library Grounds, parade and picnic attendees were treated to a short patriotic ceremony with Judge Barbara Nellermoe leading everyone in an a capella rendition of The Star Spangled Banner. Monte Vista Historical Association supplied the food and activities with generous donations from HEB on Olmos Drive, Bill Miller Bar B Q, Wash Shake Wag, Vivre Pilates, and individual sponsors. The menu consisted of hot dogs, chips, cake, and ice cream. Milton Beck's homemade blueberry pie won First Place in the "Legendary Best Pie Contest." Throughout the picnic, people commented to MVHA board members that it was one of the nicest events ever held by the organization and brought back fond memories of how the parade and picnic used to be.

Here are some of the pictures taken at the parade and picnic. They can be viewed individually or as a slide show.

Click any image below to view enlargement, or click here to view slide show.