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Are You Enjoying the Tournament of Roses Parade?

In summary, the Rose Parade was great, with capt. Sully Sullenberger's impressive landing of a crippled plane being the major highlight. The parade also included a variety of fantastic floats, including one in honor of the Tuskegee Airmen.
The_Kitchen_Guy
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Anyone else watching?

So far I've been impressed with Capt. Sully Sullenberger, the pilot who landed his crippled plane on the Hudson River. Love the Pierce-Arrow!

How about the Ohio School for the Blind Marching Panthers!

I love the way the Marine Band turned the corner - that sure beats the old pinwheel while trying to keep lines straight.
 
We always enjoy it. Watching Capt. Sullenberger warms my heart.
DS's favorite so far was the Ronald McDonald "Rocket" float, and he liked Gorillas made from Buffalo grass.
 
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I like the "Barnyard Aces" float with the biplane doing spins. It won the animation award - I can see why. There was a lot of engineering that went into that one.Capt. Sully is MY "Man of the Year."
 
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WOW! How about the Tuskegee Airmen float? The P-51's are spectacular and look at the surviving flyers on the float! That's great!
 
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ChefBeckyD said:
We always enjoy it. Watching Capt. Sullenberger warms my heart.
DS's favorite so far was the Ronald McDonald "Rocket" float, and he liked Gorillas made from Buffalo grass.
http://www.ktla.com/media/photo/2009-12/23861309953080-14121326.jpghttp://www.ktla.com/media/photo/2009-12/23861309953140-14121332.jpg
 
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I love the snowboarding dogs!
 
Great Parade! Yes....love the snowboarding dogs and the Ohio University Marching Band was awesome!
 
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pkd09 said:
Great Parade! Yes....love the snowboarding dogs and the Ohio University Marching Band was awesome!

Ohio STATE University.

The folks in Columbus will be throwing buckeyes at you, not to mention, the folks in Athens (Ohio University) won't be too pleased, either.

;)
 
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WOW! How about the Tuskegee Airmen float? The P-51's are spectacular and look at the surviving flyers on the float! That's great!

LOVED it!!!
 
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http://www.ktla.com/media/photo/2009-12/23861309953080-14121326.jpg

http://www.ktla.com/media/photo/2009-12/23861309953140-14121332.jpg

Thanks, KG!

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I love the snowboarding dogs!

They were hilarious. Now, Micah wants a Bulldog. :rolleyes:
 
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When DH and I lived in Los Angeles, we went to the parade one year. We got there at 2 a.m. and camped out on the sidewalk.The floats are AMAZING in person. It looks incredible on tv, but seeing it in person is quite an experience.
 
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Anyone know if there is a "replay" somewhere? I forgot to set my DVR last night and then couldn't sleep until around 4:30 a.m.! Idiots in my neighborhood kept setting off fireworks and they were ridiculously loud so I got wide awake then couldn't "turn off" to sleep!
 
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It might run again on HGTV or the Travel Channel
 
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It was on the Hallmark channel in our area - FYI
 
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pkd09 said:
Great Parade! Yes....love the snowboarding dogs and the Ohio University Marching Band was awesome!
Interesting that the Ohio University Marching Band was there...http://image3.examiner.com/images/blog/EXID31031/slideshows/Rose_Parade6.jpg...considering that the rival Ohio STATE University Marching Band was there to support the OSU team in the Rose Bowl. ;) (Apparently, Ohio fans were able to put aside their in-state differences to cheer for each others' bands.)Of course, there were the snowboarding bulldogs (thank you, Dick van Patten) http://image3.examiner.com/images/blog/EXID31031/slideshows/Rose_Parade25.jpgand Jack Hanna was on the Rain Bird float, that Becky's kidlets liked so muchhttp://image3.examiner.com/images/blog/EXID31031/slideshows/Rose_Parade11.jpgand I was suitably impressed by the Ohio State School for the Blind Marching Bandhttp://image3.examiner.com/images/blog/EXID31031/slideshows/Rose_Parade19.jpgand the float commemorating the Tuskegee Airmen. I wish I had a photo of the entire float, with the two P-51 Mustangs flying in formation. http://www.scpr.org/news/2009/12/31/tuskegee-float/ rode on the float. (There is a television news report about the float that you can see here.http://image3.examiner.com/images/blog/EXID31031/slideshows/Rose_Parade20.jpgThis is where the photos came from: http://www.examiner.com/examinerslideshow.html?entryid=887150
 
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1. What is the Tournament of Roses Parade?

The Tournament of Roses Parade, also known as the Rose Parade, is an annual parade held on New Year's Day in Pasadena, California. It features elaborate floats decorated with flowers, marching bands, and equestrian units.

2. How long has the Tournament of Roses Parade been around?

The first Tournament of Roses Parade was held in 1890, making it over 130 years old. It has since become a beloved tradition for many families and a popular event for tourists.

3. How are the floats in the Tournament of Roses Parade made?

The floats in the parade are made using a variety of materials, including flowers, seeds, bark, leaves, and other natural elements. Each float can take months to create and requires a team of skilled designers and volunteers.

4. How can I watch the Tournament of Roses Parade?

The parade is broadcasted live on multiple television networks, including ABC, NBC, and HGTV. It can also be streamed online through various platforms. If you're in the Pasadena area, you can purchase tickets to watch the parade in person.

5. Are there any other events associated with the Tournament of Roses Parade?

Yes, there are several events that take place leading up to the parade, including Bandfest, Equestfest, and Float Decorating. There is also a post-parade event called the Showcase of Floats, where spectators can view the floats up close and take pictures.

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