While the northeast is plowing through this week’s blizzard, North Texas has been enjoying spring-like weather. So, what the heck happened to winter? It just took a couple of days off. But a smidgen of it is returning this weekend complete with a dose of rain.
That’s good news and something to think about. The good news is that it will alleviate the drought in these parts a bit, so program your sprinklers to relax for the next few days.
The “something to think about” is Community Partners of Dallas’ “A Wagon Holds Promise” parade on Saturday. Sure, it may be damp, but the weather-guessers think it will be light in the morning when the parade takes place. And what’s rain compared to raising funds to help Dallas County’s abused and neglected children.
So far, more than 450 folks have signed up to participate, including 250 adults and kiddos to pull the little red wagons. Because of the overwhelming response, the CPD-ers, who like to go over the top every time, have extended the sign-up deadline until 5 p.m. today. Tickets are free, but absolutely required. So don’t dawdle, because they need a headcount.
BTW, if you “rent” a wagon for $50, it’s a twofer bonus. Not only does the money go to CPD, but the wagon is put into the CPD Christmas toy drive.
Even if you have your own wagon, you still have to register to be part of the world-record-breaking event.
The celeb du jour will be the Guinness World Record representative, who will be doing a wagon count to verify that a world record has been set.
As for the rain, it’ll be a perfect opportunity to dress yourself and the kids in yellow slickers, cute galoshes and amazing umbrellas.
Registration starts at 10 a.m. and the parade commences at 11 a.m. come rain or shine. And afterwards, there will food to celebrate thanks to Ruthie’s Rolling Cafe. Yum!
* Graphic and photo provided by Community Partners of Dallas