“‘We’re all here because we’re not all there’ has been selected as the theme for the July 4 Lopez Parade,” announced Jim Ghiglione, outgoing President of the Lopez Lions Club. “We believe everyone can have fun with this theme. It represents our unique … outlook.”

“We encourage everyone to participate in the parade: families, organizations, individuals, groups,” said Don Langrock, parade co-chairman. “The more participation in the parade, the better it is. And there are many awards, too.”

The Lopez Lions Club has coordinated the parade and Fun Run/Walk for more than 30 years. “These events, along with the fireworks, are major activities for the day’s celebration,” commented Christa Campbell, in-coming Lions Club President. “We want everyone, locals and visitors alike, to have a fun time and good memories of time on Lopez.”

Lou Pray has been chosen as the Grand Marshall for the parade. Pray is the director of the library. She has been instrumental in bringing new programs, garnering new monies, and leading the nationally recognized library.  The parade will follow the same route as last year, beginning on Fisherman Bay Road just south of The Lopez Islander Resort and Marina, going through the village, past the bank on Weeks Road to the post office and then around the corner to the Community Center where it ends. Parade registration will begin at 9 a.m. The parade begins at 11 a.m.  If you have an interest in assisting with the parade, contact Don Langrock at dlangrock@centurytel.net or 468-4404.