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FOR Holiday Events
Posted on Nov 28th, 2024
Friends of the River (FOR) San Bernard is celebrating the upcoming holiday with their annual lighted Christmas Boat Parade and “San Bernard Santa” toy drive.
Photo Tom Folger folgerstudios.com
38th Annual Christmas Boat Parade
Sat Dec 14, 2024
5:30 pm decorated boats gather just above FM 521 bridge
6:00 pm parade starts
Boats parade downriver from FM 521 to FM 2611 boat ramps (or further if wishing to continue)
It’s free! Organized by Friends of the River San Bernard and does not require registration. Join the fun and light up, show up and travel the boat route showing off your Christmas lights.
5:30 pm decorated boats gather just above FM 521 bridge
6:00 pm parade starts
Boats parade downriver from FM 521 to FM 2611 boat ramps (or further if wishing to continue)
It’s free! Organized by Friends of the River San Bernard and does not require registration. Join the fun and light up, show up and travel the boat route showing off your Christmas lights.
If you are not located on the parade route and want to view the parade, bring a lawn chair to the Friends of the River Community Center, 20450 CR 510-B, a mile south of the FM 521 bridge and watch the parade from there! Opens at 4:30 pm.
6th Annual Christmas Toy Drive
Sun Dec 1st - Sun Dec 15th (day after boat parade)
Donation boxes are located in Brazoria, Dollar General Churchill Bridge and Didos Restaurant
In the spirit of giving, please collect toys and children's clothing articles for several neighborhood churches to distribute for children's dreams of having a wonderful Christmas Holiday. Now more than ever, with the current economic situation, our community and children need a Happy Christmas. All donations are greatly appreciated.
Toy Drive Committee Chairs:
Cathy MacDonald 703.595.6198 and Nancy Kanter, Dido’s Restaurant
Cathy MacDonald 703.595.6198 and Nancy Kanter, Dido’s Restaurant
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