NO FURTHER ENTRIES CAN BE ACCEPTED FOR 2009

   It is our hope that you will choose to celebrate with us at the Spirit of '76 2009 Fourth of July Parade, as we commemorate our national pride while fostering a sense of civic involvement and community celebration. Our parade is currently scheduled for Saturday, July 4th, 2009, at 1:00 PM, with line-up beginning at noon.

The theme of the 2009 Spirit of '76 Fourth of July Parade is “America: Land of Promise”.

We will contact you to confirm whether your application has been accepted.

Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 1

Positions will be assigned Thursday, July 2

Organization Contact Information
* Organization Name
Organization Web Site http://

* Contact First Name:

* Contact Last Name

* Organization Street Address:

* City:

* State:

 * Zip Code:

* Day Phone:

 ext.

Mobile Phone:

* E-Mail:

* Parade Day Representative
Must have authority to sign the Waiver Agreement and be responsible for picking up Entry Informational Packet.

Primary Contact

Phone Number

 Secondary Contact

Phone Number
Group Information
* Name of Performing Group:
* Director/Group Leader:

* Overall Length of Entry in feet   Enter a numerical value between 1 and 1000.
The Fourth of July parade organizers need to know the actual length in feet you require in the staging area. For example, the average car will need 20 - 25 feet. Enter a numeric value only. If you require any special arrangements, please indicate in the "additional comments" section below.
* Total pariticipants     Enter a numerical value between 1 and 1000.
Click all boxes that apply to your group. If you make a mistake, simply choose another box. To remove a choice from a single category, use the "Clear Selection" box.
Automobiles
Antique (Over 50 Yr.) Classic (10-50 Yr.) Contemporary (< 10)
Clear Selection    
Do you wish to participate in the Classic Car festival following the parade?    Yes    No
Float
Commercial Fraternal Order Family
Independent Assn. Youth Organization Other
Clear Selection    
Theme of Float  
Equestrian
Carriage How Many Horses?    Numerical values only.
Individual Clear Selection  
Other Animals
Type   How Many?       Numerical values only.
Marching Units
Active Military Reserve Military Veterans Group
Public Schools Performance Group Fraternal Order
Scouts Other Clear Selection
Bands
School Professional Fraternal Order
Independent Assn. Seated on Float Other
Clear Selection    
Color Guards
Mounted Civilian Mounted Military Mounted Public Agency
Active Military Veterans Reserve Military
Scouts Fraternal Order Public Servant
Other Clear Selection  
Performance
Public School Clowns Gymnastics
Professional Majorettes Dance
Independent Assn. Other Clear Selection
Nature of performance  
Please give an approximate running time for your performance.
Ex.  2:30 minutes 
Do you wish to be judged on theme interpretation, "America: Land of Promise"?
   Yes No
We will be collecting ragged, fadded and torn flags to be retired from service following proper protocol for later disposal. Will you be bringing such flags to the registration?
   Yes No
Information for Announcers' Script
* Provide a description about your entry for parade announcers. What's unique and interesting about your group or entry? How many people in your entry? Who's your sponsor? Has your group or entry participated in other parades or community events? Who is performing your musical selection[s]? Has there been an individual or organization that has been particularly helpful to your organization or participation in this parade?

Please keep the script to about 30 words. The Spirit of '76 reserves the right to edit.
Additional Comments
Enter any additional comments you may have below:
Waiver Agreement:
We hereby request entry into the Spirit of '76 Fourth of July parade and/or Santa Barbara's Patriotic Rally at our own risk and we are subject to all rules and regulations.

We understand that we must provide our own insurance. (Be prepared to show Proof of Vehicle Insurance and drivers license at the parade check-in table.)

We agree to hold harmless the "Spirit of '76" Association and/or its assigns, and will make no claim against any/all officers, members, committee members, agents or employees of the Association for any loss, damage or personal injury resulting from participation in this event.

* Check box to signify that you have read and understand this agreement.

* Fields marked with asterisk must be completed