Last year our 4th of July float was the talk of Nevada County. This year it's going to be bigger and better than ever. Mark Meckler, the co-founder of the Tea Party Patriots, will be leading the parade again.

In 2009 we had over 200 Tea Party Patriots in red shirts marching with us plus antiques cars and motorcycles. Some people wore period costume. Everyone that participated had a great time.

We'd like you to join us this year and help us make our presence known to all. You don't have to be a member to join us in the parade. Just show up with friends and family in a red shirt. NCTPP red shirts and hats will be available at the float. Bring your flags and banners and other patriotic items. Last year the kids that joined up really enjoyed themselves. We still need several 3' x 4" American flags to decorate our float.

The float is designed for people who can't walk the parade or would rater ride, and also for young children. The float will again be covered with a large shaded area to keep you comfortable.

We will meet at 1 pm at space 16 on East Broad Street as our starting point. The parade will begin promptly at 2 pm. We cannot load anyone on the float once the parade begins. Parking and shuttle service is available at the Rood Center on Highway 20 in Nevada City.

Please make sure your signs and banners are appropriate for all, including children.

Immediately after the parade we will be setting up a booth at the Nevada County Fairgrounds. If you would like to help at the booth, just show up at space #22. We look forward to seeing you there.

Decorating Committee:
If you would like to help us decorate our float and have lunch with us, show up at 10 AM at the Nevada City Carriage Company. Their address is 421 Uren Street in Nevada City. If you are coming from Grass Valley, get off Highway 49 at Uren, make two right turns & you'll be there. Parking should be on the same side of the street at the NC Carriage Company.

One of the few elected officials in the country to stand by his Conservative principals for two decades, is going to be in town on July 8th. Everyone is invited to these events to hear Congressman McClintock speak. If you haven't heard him speak, I urge you to attend one of these two events (or both). You'll be glad you did. -- Stan Meckler

5:00-6:30 p.m. - Lake Wildwood Town Hall Meeting, at the clubhouse on Cottonwood Drive(1st gate entrance). You need to rsvp on this one if you do not live in Lake Wildwood so that you can be called into the gate. RSVP to Kim Pruett 477-7993

6:00-8:00 p.m. - The Nevada County Young Republicans are hosting a wine tasting and conservative talk with Congressman McClintock. The event starts at 6:00 p.m. but Tom will actually be there from 7:00-8:00 p.m. Come early to mingle and enjoy Smith's beautiful new tasting room. We have invited several other special guests. The event will be at the Smith Tasting Room, downtown Grass valley on Mill Street. Wine and appetizers will be provided. There is no charge for the event, however, donations are welcome to help cover costs. Please RSVP to Kim Pruett by email or phone 477-7993.

Our Board of Directors meeting will take place on Thursday July 8th at 6 p.m. at the Nevada County Contractors Board, 149 Crown Point Circle off Whispering Pines. The meeting will start promptly at 6 p.m. Everyone is invited to join us.

On July 10th you will have the opportunity to view the movie, "Tea Party, the documentary". It's the story of how the Tea Party Patriots began and features some of the key players. MapQuest will not get you there. Please access the Lucchesi Winery website for directions. It's going to be a great evening . . . I promise!

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