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June 6: Jefferson County Dairy Parade

June 6: Jefferson County Dairy Parade

Yahoo2 days ago

The Jefferson County Dairy Parade will be held on Friday, June 6, at 7 p.m. on Washington Street in Downtown Watertown.
The parade will feature:
Marching bands from across Jefferson County;
Gigantic farm equipment;
Fire trucks;
Police cars;
Superheroes;
Candy for the kids;
Free milk and ice cream (while supplies last!); and
A live performance from the amazing Northern Blend Chorus.
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