We are excited about the preparation for the 22nd Midwest Regional Black Family Reunion Celebration on August 20 through 22, 2010 in Cincinnati, Ohio.  The Black Family Reunion will feature a parade in the Avondale community on Saturday August 21st, 2010, which has grown to be a fun-filled event for the entire family.  To continue our efforts in showing Cincinnati that families of all compositions can work together, we need your help.  Our theme this year is “Families Helping Families.”

In order to make this event the best ever, we would like to extend an invitation to you and/or your organization to participate in this year’s parade.  Again, we will award trophies for The Best Musical Unit (other than a band), The Best Presentation by an Organization-Adult & Children. We believe your presence and participation in the Black Family Reunion Parade will prove your sincerity in assisting us to strengthen and educate families in our communities.  Please complete and mail the enclosed parade application form as soon as possible.  Time is very important so register your group early. Animals must be approved by the Parade Committee. The deadline date is July 31, 2009.  Unfortunately space will not allow us to include everyone in the parade so mail your form TODAY!!  All selected parade participants will be notified by letter.

Parade Route:

• From Avondale Town Center, turn right onto Forest Avenue
• Turn left onto Wilson Avenue
• Turn left onto Rockdale Avenue, parade ending at Knott Street

(approx. 1.7 miles)

Reviewing Stand at the corner of Forest and Burnet Avenues

Here is a picture of the Parade Route.

(Click the image to enlarge)

If you have any questions please contact Gwen Armstrong (513) 252-8565 
Derek Brown (513) 284-1731.