The Black Patch Festival is only 7 weeks away, and various plans are being made for the annual community celebration.
The Princeton Optimist Club organizes the Festival, and one of the highlights of the year is the Optimist naming of the Grand Marshals to serve and lead the annual Black Patch Parade through downtown Princeton on Friday night before the Saturday Festival.
Princeton Optimist Club President Shirley Gray announced the individuals chosen this year to receive this honor.
click to download audioGray noted that all three of these individuals have been long-time members of the Optimist Club.
Gray added that she has been aware of the Optimist Club for many years and has seen the work put into the community by these men.
click to download audioGray said that during the Optimist meeting, she asked the three of them to step out of the room for a minute. When they returned and was told about the decision of the Club they were humbled by being named Grand Marshals.
click to download audioGray wants to thank all three of the Grand Marshals for the service they have given to the Optimist Club and to the community.
click to download audioGray and the Princeton Optimist Club want to invite and encourage everyone to come out for the Black Patch Parade as the Grand Marshals are recognized and the Black Patch Festival.
click to download audioMore information about each of the 2025 Black Patch Grand Marshals will be shared during the weeks leading up to the Festival.
