Join Councilwoman Tara Wicker and State Representative Patricia Smith for the Annual South Baton Rouge Christmas Parade on December 19, at 10:00 am in the heart of Old South Baton Rouge. McKinley High will be the starting point of the parade as well as the ending point. The 2009 Grand Marshall for the parade is Superintendent John Dilworth. The Deputy Grand Marshalls include Sheriff Sid Gautreaux, District Attorney Hillar Moore, and Chief of Police Jeff Leduff.

“This is going to be an awesome event. There are so many wonderful and positive things happening in South Baton Rouge and there is such a renewed sense of excitement and hope. It is a new beginning!” stated Councilwoman Tara Wicker.

State Representative Patricia Smith stated, “During this wonderful time of year we invite all of the citizens of the Old South Baton Rouge community to come out as we celebrate a rebirth of our South Baton Rouge Christmas Parade.”

Organizations wishing to participate can pick up forms at the Leo Butler Center. Entry fee is $40. Anyone wishing to make financial contributions to help cover parade expenses should contact State Representative Patricia Smith’s office at 342-7106.