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The annual Palm Desert edition gives
local businesses a chance
to dress up their entry while supporting
the people they serve.
Local resident Ginni Mix, whose son
serves in the army, submitted the theme
this year. “She wanted to honor the he-
roes amongst us and have those who
currently serve or have retired in the mil-
itary to be able to partake in something
that recognizes them,” Sturgeon says.
“And it doesn’t hurt that her son loves
Superman.”
Featured were 80 plus float entries, all
with their own take on the theme. Prizes
were given out in six categories with cash
prizes ranging from $250 to $500.
Only, your traditional comic book hero
wasn’t the only one honored by way of
a decorated golf cart. Teachers and law
enforcement officials were among those
recognized for their efforts, as was Santa
Claus.
Other highlights included brunch-centric
tasty bites from a bevy of food vendors,
a Kids Zone, and a return of the 21+ beer
and cocktail garden run by Family YMCA
of the Desert, where proceeds will go
back to the YMCA.
The parade kicked off at San Luis Rey and
headed west toward Ocotillo Drive.
Thousands of people watched from
the sidewalks as each golf cart passed
by, looking less like they belong on the
greens and more like they’re used to fight
villains.
The parade dates back to the 1960s when
it was held in the summer to break up
the slow non-seasonal months.
Visit: www.golfcartparade.com
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