La Mesa Salutes 'Old Glory' at June 1 Flag Day Parade

The City of La Mesa made the following announcement on Monday, April 22, 2013:

On Saturday, June 1st beginning at 9 a.m., downtown La Mesa Village will dress up in red, white and blue to celebrate “A Salute to Old Glory!” at the La Mesa Flag Day Parade.

See also: PHOTOS: 2012 La Mesa Centennial Flag Day Parade

The festivities kick off at 9 a.m. with two pre-Parade concerts. At 10 a.m. the Parade marches along La Mesa Boulevard through the downtown La Mesa Village.

Spectators will enjoy the United States 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Band leading off the Parade followed by this year's Grand Marshal, the Pearl Harbor Survivors. There are also floats, military vehicles, active and retired war heroes, equestrian units, service clubs, and youth groups. Spectators are encouraged to dress in patriotic attire and cheer on the participants in this annual Parade.

After the Parade, join La Mesa’s Human Relations Commission for ice cream at the Adult Enrichment Center. La Mesa welcomes all County residents and their families to share in this free and fun event.

The La Mesa Flag Day Parade is hosted by Barona Resort Casino, Drew Ford, La Mesa Community Welfare Association, Realnet, South Baltimore LLC, Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation, Windermere Real Estate SoCal, Carl Burgers Dodge, Grossmont Gardens, Montezuma Land Co., Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians, and the many local businesses and community members.

For more information go to www.cityoflamesa.com or call the Parade hotline at 619‑667‑1172.