The Knox St. Patrick’s Parade committee awarded their first annual, “John and Pat McLaughlin Irish Spirit Scholarship”, with excitement today. The scholarship was awarded to 2020 high school graduate, Catherine Gleason. The scholarship is named for the late Mr. and Mrs. John and Pat McLauglin, the original parade organizers in the 1980’s. Mrs. Sue McLaughlinContinue reading “McLaughlin Irish Spirit Scholarship”
Category Archives: 2020 Parade
Continue to Support
Our hearts are heavy but our Irish eyes will continue to smile. It was a sad day for our little non profit company. When we decided to bring the St. Patrick’s parade back to Knoxville we decided we wanted all the proceeds to benefit Catholic Charities of East Tennessee because they help those in ourContinue reading “Continue to Support”
Thank you to Gus’s & Cyclebar
Thank you to local businesses, Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken and Cyclebar Bearden for giveback days on Sunday, March 8. It is only with the support of local businesses and families that our parade can be a success. Gus’s Giveback Day was a winner! 10% of their sales on Sunday come directly to the parade.Continue reading “Thank you to Gus’s & Cyclebar”
Laughs with Leanne
Christy & Chandle Spill the Tea
Let’s Eat!
After our St. Patrick’s Parade on Saturday, March 14, we’ll have just about every food and drink your heart desires. Bring your appetite and join us for the Cel-O-Braghtion Block Party in the Festival District (Clinch Avenue & Market Street). Our vendors will be cooking and stirring up a great day! Big O’s Famous BBQBruster’sContinue reading “Let’s Eat!”