Carmelfest Parade 2021
Interactive Program

Spokes is representing Bike Carmel and biking along the parade route with his friends today. Remember to always be safe when riding your bicycle.

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Spider-Man by Mason is hanging out with the Indy Sports Mascots today and will be stopping to say HI to the kids along the parade route today. Spider-Man by Mason is available for birthday parties, video calls and messages...and for corporate events.

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Chief James Barlow has been a member of the Carmel Police Department for 38 years. The Chief manages the operations and activities of the Carmel Police Dept. with 130 sworn officers and 25 civilians. The Chief provides the leadership and direction necessary to enable members of the department to give the highest level of law enforcement services to the community.

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Welcome Carmel Veterans & supporters.
Thank you Joel Watson for a great year as Commander.
The Carmel VFW Color Guard, along with the American Legion Color Guard, leads the parade to show our true red, white and blue colors!

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Carmel American Legion Post 155 enhances the well-being of America's veterans, their families, our military, and our communities by our devotion to mutual helpfulness. Our color guard is proud to serve the Carmelfest parade again this year.

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CarmelFest welcomes "Our Healthcare Heroes" as our grand marshal unit this year. These selfless men and women with us today represent ALL frontline and first responders in the healthcare industry who helped our communities navigate the Covid-19 crisis, even with the risks involved to their own personal health. Please help us welcome Our Healthcare Heroes with a HUGE Hoosier THANK YOU for serving those in need during the pandemic. And thank you Cox Residential Roofing for providing rides for these heroes since they are on their feet most of their working day.

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Centier Bank is excited to be "back together again" and join in on the fun as a proud sponsor of the 2021 CarmelFest parade. We ’d like to give a special thanks to our healthcare heroes and essential workers who worked tirelessly, sacrificed so much, and helped us every step of the way during the COVID-19 pandemic. As your community bank, we would like to remind you that Centier offers 6 convenient locations to serve you in greater Indianapolis and over 60 locations throughout Indiana. Stop in to one of Indiana’s largest private, family-owned bank locations today to experience the Centier difference or visit centier.com for more information.

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Carmel's bravest--the Carmel Fire Department. They are lead by the CFD Honor Guard, following the Honor Guard, will be the CFD Pipes and Drums, and the Honor Platoon, Carmel Fire Buffs Ladder truck with CFD Retirees, Ambulance 341, Engine 341, Ladder 341. The Carmel Fire Buffs 1936 Dodge Ahrens Fox is presented by Steve Martin and Farm Bureau Insurance. The Carmel Fire Department is always prepared for any fire of medic call to service, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We will always respond to protect life and property for the citizens of Carmel and Clay Township. Riding on a Carmel Fire Department Ladder Truck, City Council President Sue Finkam is joined by City Council Vice President Kevin Rider, At Large Representative Jeff Worrell, South District Rep Tony Green and Southeast District Rep Adam Aasen.

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Following the 10 person bike, we have the Rotary Club of Carmel President Cindy Davis, Carmel Rotarian of the Year Beth Sexton and this year's ROSA award winner Josh Kirsh. In case you didn't know, ROSA stands for Rotary Outstanding Service Award which is bestowed upon a non-Rotarian who best demonstrates "Service above self" community service for the enhancement of Carmel and Clay Township.

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Here comes the World Famous Carmel Rotary 10 Person Bicycle. The Rotary yellow/gold bicycle has been a parade favorite for more than 25 years. It is being ridden by Carmel Rotarians and their families and friends. This famous bike appears in many local parades and was featured in the Rotary International Centennial Parade in Chicago in 2005. It was built especially for Carmel Rotary by Rotarian Nick Kestner who owned the Carmel Schwinn Bicycle Shop.

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Mayor Jim Brainard is Carmel’s first seven-term mayor. During that time, Carmel has grown in population from 25,000 to almost 102,000. Parkland, greenspace and trails have increased. The development of an Arts & Design District, a downtown called City Center and a new Midtown project joining the two together has helped in the creation of a vibrant, thriving city where companies want to locate, where employees want to live and where families want to raise their children. Mayor Brainard is frequently asked to speak around the world about city planning, redevelopment, roadway networks and climate policy. He has encouraged the construction of roundabouts which reduces accidents with injury almost 80 percent at intersections when contrasted to signalized intersections. Carmel now has more than 130 roundabout intersections, the most of any other city in the U.S. Mayor Brainard serves as a Trustee and Co-chair of the Energy Independence and Climate Protection Task Force for the U.S. Conference of Mayors.

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The National Bank of Indianapolis is proud to once again sponsor the Carmel High School Marching Greyhounds.

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Please join us in welcoming our very own Carmel High School Marching Greyhounds under the direction of Band Directors Chris Kreke (cray’-key), Andrew Cook, Michael Pote (pṓte), Kyle Young, Matt Black and Color Guard Director Eryn Boone.
Led by Drum Majors Ahni Brown-Harbin (ahh-knee), Sarah Kolp (kṓlp), Michael Martin, Lauren Seibert (sigh-burt), Norah Snyder, and Riley Stuelpe (stul-pee), the 315 member Carmel High School Marching Band is one of the most highly decorated marching ensembles in the United States. The Marching Greyhounds are a five-time Indiana State Champion and a five-time Bands of American Grand National Champion. The Marching Greyhounds have previously performed in both the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and the Tournament of Roses Parade and will be returning to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade in 2022!
Let’s put our hands together for your hometown Carmel High School Marching Greyhounds!

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Please join me in welcoming the Carmel JV Color Guard led by Carmel Guard Alumni Rianna Miller, Riley Calvin, and Leah Bontrager. The Carmel JV Color Guard consists of 16 members ranging from third to eighth grade and represents future members of the Carmel Marching Greyhounds. Please welcome your hometown Carmel JV Color Guard!

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The Carmel High School cheerleading program is recognized at the State and National level. They enjoy cheering on the football team to a victory. The fall cheer program also competes at local and national events. The Hounds have placed in the top 3 at the Indiana State cheer Competition the past 3 years in a row. The Varsity team also traveled to Orlando last year where they placed 3rd at UCA Nationals, a program best so far. We look forward to another exciting season cheering on our Hounds and competing.

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And right behind them are the Carmel Pups Cheerleaders learning from the best of the best.

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Say hello to CBS4 Morning Anchor Nick McGill and Morning Meteorologist Krista McEnany. You can watch them every weekday morning from 5am to 7am on CBS4 as they deliver the news and weather that matters to you. CBS4 is the proud TV media partner of CarmelFest 2021.

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Next up, we have the Indiana Pacers Boomer and the Indiana Fever’s Freddy Fever. These two wild and crazy mascots have easily become fan favorites! They enjoy traveling around the State of Indiana to bring comedic enjoyment to all. Go to pacers.com and feverbasketball.com for more information and to request them at your next event.

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Here come twirlers Ireland & Vayda Jones. Both girls attend Carmel High School and Creekside Middle School respectfully. The girls are state champions in 1 and 2 baton in their age groups as well as state duet champs. They both were just crowned Miss Majorettes of Indiana. Ireland is a State Grand Champion this year in 1, 2 and artstic twirl. She also won a national championship in both 1 and 2 baton. Both girls perform at their schools and are A students.

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Since 2003, Bub’s Burgers and Ice Cream has been home of the Big Ugly, a Hoosier staple for perfectly hand-pattied, flame grilled and seasoned to perfection juicy cheeseburgers made from 100% fresh, never frozen ground chuck. With locations in Carmel, Zionsville, and Bloomington, burger enthusiasts value our Indiana roots, family atmosphere, simple menu and quality ingredients, while enjoying options like Elk burgers, grilled Mahi Mahi and Portobello sandwiches, plus our house-made, buns, pies, dressings and hand-dipped milkshakes. For a fast, casual taste of Bub's Burgers, check out our Westfield location near Grand Park. At Bub’s, we go the extra mile to make your experience special and tasty, each and every time. Bub's is now offering grill packs for true ugly flavor at home. Stop by and grab yours today!

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What is a Girl Scout? Whether she is a Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior or Ambassador, a Girl Scout is a courageous scout ready to take on the world. For more than 100 years, the Girl Scouts have been committed to making the world a better place. There are more than 1.7 million Girl Scouts! Whether it is camping, being friendly, helpful, serving God, serving her country or selling delicious cookies, you can always count on a Girl Scout.

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Just two weeks ago, with a vocal solo, 24 year old Braxton Hiser was crowned the new Miss Indiana. She lives in Indianapolis and has a B.S degree in Elementary Education. Braxton presently is a third grade teacher at Willow Lake Elementary in MSD Washington Township within Indianapolis. She will be speaking around the State of Indiana with her "Love Thy Neighbor" Social Impact Initiative working with the local homeless population to provide basic necessities. Her career ambition is to become a Secondary Guidance and Career Counselor. In December, Braxton will represent The State of Indiana at the Miss America pageant. She’s looking forward to using her title of Miss Indiana to further her “Love Thy Neighbor” project.

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Bob Moore, founder of Chateau Kitchens & Home Remodeling passed away in September 2020, just 8 months after his diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. This float is in his honor and brought to you by Chateau Kitchens and the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network of Indiana whose mission is to take bold action to improve the lives of everyone impacted by pancreatic cancer by advancing scientific research, building community, sharing knowledge, and advocating for patients.

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Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and girls, let's say hi to Zeke...the official mascot for your Indy Eleven Soccer team!!!

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You are watching the Master Yoo’s Tae Kwon Do & Family Martial Arts Demonstration Team, the semi-finalist group at the national championships. At Master Yoo's Tae Kwon Do, children gain focus, confidence, and respect; and adults improve their physical fitness and relieve stress in a positive, encouraging environment. We offer family classes where parents and children can train side by side and meet other positive, health-oriented families at Master Yoo's.

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Look closely and you will see Congress Woman Victoria Spartz riding in the rumble seat of this classic 1931 Ford Model A

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The Indianapolis Chinese Community Center – also known as the ICCCI - is the largest Chinese American community center and Chinese cultural activity organization across central Indiana. The ICCCI is completely run by volunteers. It has served the Indianapolis community by providing an affordable Mandarin Chinese language school for families of all backgrounds and supporting cultural groups such as the lion and dragon dance team that you are seeing today. Other cultural activity groups that are open to all are the ICCCI Choir Group, the Table Tennis Group, the Chinese Martial Arts Group, the Taichi Group, and the Chinese Orchestra Group. The ICCCI has contributed to a vibrant, multicultural society in Indianapolis and Carmel by bringing exciting programs to local community cultural festivals such as the Indy 500 Parade, the International Festival of Indiana, the Indianapolis Chinese Festival, and the Carmel International Art Festival, and Carmel Mooncake Festival.

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WRTV's Chief Meteorologist, Kevin Gregory, is excited to be "back together again" for CarmelFest! WRTV is proud to be celebrating our independence while honoring our Healthcare Heroes, veterans and active duty military Working for Good.

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The Carmel High School Choir Department is honored to be a part of this year's Carmelfest Parade. The Choir program at Carmel features ten ensembles and over 400 students. The program has a long history of quality and success, and they look forward to performing for the community this coming year.

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Here is Cub Scout Pack 124 in Carmel! They are a full family Pack, with boy and girl dens, ages Kindergarten- 5th grade. They have been chartered out of Orchard Park Presbyterian Church for 60 years. The program provides great activities year round. They do 2-3 den meetings every month to work on Scouting skills, have 2 Family Campouts and a Pinewood Derby Race every year. They attend Cub Scout Summer Camp every year and have a great community of families. Pack 124 is so excited to have Buddy the Scout join them to represent Scouting in the parade and invites you to come and Run With The Pack!

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The volunteers of the Carmel Farmers Market and My Dad's Sweet Corn have combined to promote healthy eating by handing out bags of sweet corn to kids along the route. Driving this entry is My Dad himself, Allen Baird. Allen and his family have donated 3,000 ears of Indiana's finest sweet corn. Are your mouth's watering yet?

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Up next is Back Porch Express. These peddlers look to be relaxing on a patch porch that’s in someone’s backyard. this 10 person peddle bicycle has the opportunity to tour the art and food of Carmel. I can’t think of a better way to explore the city of Carmel than from your own back porch!

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Sheriff Dennis Quakenbush and the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office wishes everyone a Happy 4th of July!

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Hollywood Cheer and Tumble is a recreational program that offers tumbling, acro, dance, and an Allstar cheer program. If you are interested, please feel free to call Hollywood and sign up for any of these programs.

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Since joining the team in 1993, Rowdie is the always funny and sometimes mischievous mascot of your Indianapolis Indians. When he is not entertaining the masses at Victory Field, he can be seen all around town making appearances at schools, charitable events, and corporate functions. Request Rowdie to visit your special event today! The Indians will be back in action on July 13th and we would love to see you at Victory Field!

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Congregation Beth Shalom is excited to be "back together again" with our friends and neighbors. Beth Shalom is a small Reform Jewish congregation with an active, involved membership. We celebrate our nation's independence as a shining example of freedom to worship. God Bless America!

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Freddys Frozen Custard and Steakburgers is located on 146th in the Carmel/Westfield area and on Michigan Road. Our founder was a WW2 survivor and our entire company model is based on our pride of the military. We provided food for the military tribute grand finale participants this morning. And we thank you for your service to our country!

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A-List Dance Center is an educational dance studio conveniently located in the heart of Carmel. They offer a wide variety of dance styles for all ages and abilities. Styles include Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Pointe, Lyrical, Contemporary, Musical Theatre, Acro and Hip Hop. Whether you are interested in learning the basics or mastering more advanced skills, they've got you covered. Registration is currently open for summer camps, visit Alistdancecenter.com for more information!

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School of Rock is the largest Music School in the world with over 250 franchise units world wide and over 30,000 students. The School has been in Carmel for 10 years and has over 200 students enrolled. The School of Rock is a performance based music education program teaching guitar, drums, vocals, keys and bass for students age 7-18. Let's listen!

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The Hamilton County Republican Party is the largest political organization within Hamilton County! Consistently connecting citizens of Hamilton County with their elected officials, they have been a consistent member of Carmelfest festivities for years!

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During this most patriotic time of year, please welcome Indiana's favorite son, President... Abraham... Lincoln!

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Say hello to GEICO's mascot Gecko! Returning as a CarmelFest sponsor, Geico Careers wants you to know they are hiring if you are looking to make a change. Find your future career at geico.JOBS/indy. Welcome back Geico!

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Our Chinese-American troupe consists of :
1. Indiana Association of Chinese Americans, a 48 year old 501c3 multi-ethnic community based cultural and service organization. The Association is a recipient of the City of Carmel Art Grant Award. Our members consist of first, second and third generation Hoosier Chinese some of them served our great nation in uniform since World War II and Vietnam War.
2. Ling's Oriental Martial Arts, an acclaimed martial school teaching Tai Chi, Kung Fu and Karate.
3. Indianapolis Chinese Performing Arts Inc. is a non-profit dedicated to sharing Chinese performing arts.

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13News Anchor Scott Swan has been with 13News for more than a decade and is proud to call Indiana HOME! Watch his reports from Tokyo this month on WTHR - and join him for complete Olympic Coverage ONLY on your HOME for the Summer Games, 13News, WTHR!

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Actors Theatre of Indiana is the Resident Professional Theatre Company at The Center for the Performing Arts. Founded in 2005 by Judy Fitzgerald, Don Farrell and Cynthia Collins. It is the only professional Theatre company in Hamilton County. Through their productions, the company strives to enlighten, engage and entertain.

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Check out this very cool '82 Rolls Royce with Hughey Hartman Upholstery. April 15, 2021 was proclaimed as Hughey Hartman Upholstery Day.

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St.Mark's strives to welcome all people, grow in knowledge and grace, and serve our neighbors both locally and globally. Kids Music and Praise and Kids Church meet each Sunday and sponsor summer music and Bible camps. Kids Music presents 3 musicals a year. Today our theme is " Health Care and Essential Workers are Stars"
St. Mark's United Methodist Church is located at 126th and Gray Road in Carmel, Indiana.

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Chris Hacker is a 21 year-old Hamilton County NASCAR ARCA Menards and Camping World Truck driver! Chris has a brachial plexus injury from birth to his left arm that has caused significant nerve damage. He drives mostly with the strength of one arm! Chris is an up-and-coming driver and recently captured a top 10 finish at Charlotte Motor Speedway in the NASCAR ARCA Menards series race (this was his second ever ARCA race.) Off the track, he has raised money to send nearly 50 kids to a brachial plexus injury camp! Chris is looking for sponsors and would love to partner with local businesses to formulate a marketing plan in return for sponsorship! Proof that you CAN DO!
Oh!!! And..... his HAIR has become a phenomenon on Twitter! True story!

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Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre is the largest community theatre in the State of Indiana! Civic’s upcoming season will mark its 10th year at the Center for the Performing Arts here in Carmel. This celebratory season includes THE COLOR PURPLE, the return of ELF THE MUSICAL, THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK, WAIT UNTIL DARK, and Roald Dahl's MATILDA THE MUSICAL. Civic will also produce THE CAT IN THE HAT, THE LITTLE MERMAID JR., and 42ND STREET for its educational programming. Learn more about Civic’s 10th season in Carmel and purchase subscriptions and tickets at civictheatre.org.

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Aveda Fredric's Institute is a Cosmetology school recently relocated to Merchant Square here in Carmel! We are now enrolling students and welcoming guests for services and retail sales! Ask us about our plant-based products!

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The next unit is your Carmel City Court Judge Brian Poindexter!
Serving The Carmel Community since 2009!

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Coach Blairs Voice and performance studio is next in the parade, training students age's 8 to 80 both local and abroad.

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Job's Daughters International is a youth group that focuses on banding together young girls with lasting friendships, and strives to build character through moral and spiritual development. They are sponsored by the Freemasons. Walking alongside, are members and officers from Carmel Lodge #421 and Broad Ripple Lodge #643. This fraternal group focuses on shaping the next generation of future leaders within our community. Historically, members of this fraternal order were participants of the Declaration of Independence as well as the creation of the U.S. Constitution.

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Say hello to FOX59 Morning Anchors Angela Ganote & Daniel Miller, and Morning Meteorologist Jim O'Brien. You can watch them every weekday morning from 7am to 10am on the most-watched newscast in Central Indiana. They are a perfect mix of information and entertainment to get your day started. Welcome back to our parade Fox 59!

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Here comes the Carmel Democratic Club

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The Stewart & Stewart Fire Truck is rolling by us now! Stewart & Stewart Attorneys is a family-run law firm. Since 1982, the firm's mission has been to treat clients like family. The attorneys at Stewart & Stewart are dedicated to obtaining the absolute best results for their clients. Let their family represent and help your family. Get Serious. Get Stewart!

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Indy’s number one choice for news every morning is Daybreak on WISH-TV and on WISHTV dot com! … Representing WISH-TV is Daybreak anchor Drew Blair and WISH-TV Meteorologist David James. Welcome to CarmelFest!

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Here comes another crowd favorite. It’s the Corvette Indy Car Club. This group has participated in the Carmelfest Parade for 29 years and is celebrating its 31st Anniversary this year. Corvette Indy has grown to be the largest Corvette club in the area with over 200 members and is also one of the more active clubs in the nation. Its members participate in drives, trips, car shows, parades, racing, driving schools and other car related activities where they enjoy their Corvettes along with good friendship. Corvette Indy members own Corvettes that span all eight generations of Corvettes which were first introduced in 1953 and are known around the world as America's Sports Car. The Corvette is known for its beauty, styling, great handling, speed and performance. Originally assembled in Flint, Michigan, the assembly plant moved to St. Louis, and is currently produced in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The National Corvette Museum is located across the street from the assembly plant in Bowling Green and houses some of the finest and rarest Corvettes from the past. If you have never been there, it is well worth the trip.
Today's standard Corvette Stingray models deliver 450 horsepower and the optional higher performance models available deliver up to 650 horsepower. Corvette Indy is proudly sponsored by Penske Chevrolet, located at 96th and Keystone. Members participate in fundraising activities and contribute to several area charities including the Central Indiana Spina Bifida Association, Special Olympics, Gleaners Food Bank, Veterans Associations, and many more.
You can learn more about Corvette Indy on their website at CorvetteIndy.com

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Your Indy Fuel mascot Nitro is heading our way next. Everyone be careful...it might get a bit HOT our here when he rolls by us.

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Bec Hunter with Hunter Of Homes, and our CarmelFest Parade Director, is once again honored to pay this special tribute with extreme gratitude to our men and women in uniform for the heroic courage of those who defend our great country!! "OUR...red, white and blue ...'SALUTES' ...our RED, WHITE AND BLUE" and leads the Military Tribute Grand Finale. Our 'MILITARY HEROES' are here today from several States and represent ALL members of the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, National Guard, Navy, and US Army Reserves, ALONG WITH THE PILOTS STATIONED AT THE FT WAYNE AIR NATIONAL GUARD BASE WHO WOULD NORMALLY CONDUCT THE MILITARY JET FLYOVERS IN THEIR HONOR. Because of THEIR dedicated service to our country, we may live by the words 'Home of the FREE...because of the BRAVE'... and we THANK YOU! Please stand and welcome these brave men and women in uniform to show them we are ALL...THANKFUL FOR THEIR SERVICE...AND PROUD TO BE AMERICANS!!

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Since its inception in 1993, the mission for ""HVAF of Indiana"" has been their dedication to eliminate homelessness for veterans and their families through prevention, education, supportive services and advocacy. This is accomplished by providing supportive, structured housing and services to those who are recovering from homelessness. "Helping Veterans and Families" HVAF is a non-profit organization and the State's largest provider of services to homeless and at-risk veterans! They are handing out American flags today to show their patriotism and belief in freedom for all military and civilians who live in this great country. Please be sure to thank them for their service!

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Dr. James E. Hulett is a veteran of both World War 2 and Korea. He was an Able Body Seaman for the Merchant Marines in World War 2 and a Navy Lieutenant JG in Korea as well as Lieutenant Senior Grade in the Marines. He was also a dentist in Korea.

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Marine Corps League veterans are represented today on their replica of a WWII Higgins Boat landing craft. The Hiram I. Bearss detachment supports the VA hospital and several veteran assistance programs in our area, and have been appearing in the military tribute grand finale of our parade for many years. Welcome back Marines! OORAH!

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The Island X4 Navy Seabees sailed into Carmel today from New Castle, Indiana. NAVY SEABEE VETERANS OF AMERICA is a non-profit organization of veterans from across America that have served in Naval Construction Force Commands who dedicate themselves and pledge to preserve the fundamental ideals on which our Nation was founded believing in Justice, Freedom and Equality for all! Established shortly after the start of World War II to provide construction support for Naval & Marine Corps Operations, the Seabees have been in every armed conflict since and have provided peace-time support in every corner of the world. They have constructed some of the largest installations in the world. SEABEES CAN DO!

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The USO of Indiana has been serving our military members and their families since 1941. The USO strengthens America's military service members by keeping them connected to family, home, and country throughout their service to the nation. The USO is a family of volunteers, sustained by the generous donations of individuals, organizations, and corporations. Today, they helped serve breakfast and greeted our troops at the Military Hospitality Tent prior to the parade.
The USO salutes our Veterans, military supporters, and the city of Carmel.

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And now we have a 1974 MUTT (a military utility tactical transport) manufactured in South Bend Indiana, owned and operated by Carl and Jan Winkler, members of the Commemorative Air Force. Joining them this year is Ty Jester driving a 1971 USMC military issued 151A2 MUTT (military utility tactical transport).

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Rolling by us now is an M998 Military Humvee, produced by AM General in Mishawaka Indiana. It was used in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars and driven today by a member of the Pierce family. William Vickery is also driving a 1987 Military Humvee in the military tribute grand finale today.

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Veterans Support Council & the Mayor’s Advisory Council for Veterans, in partnership with the World War II Roundtable, present our WWII, Korean & Vietnam Vets. The WWII Roundtable is an organization which holds monthly meetings and invites WWII Veterans to speak to the group about their experiences during their service to our country while fighting for our freedom. Today they are offering Veterans rides so they can be included in the Military Tribute Grand Finale of the parade. WELCOME HOME BRAVE VETERANS... WELCOME HOME!

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