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Gilbert Days! Arizona Small Town Festivities Offer Big Time Fun

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Real Estate Agent with Chuck Willman 9334967-SA00

"Festival" by Yarik MissionIt's here!   Gilbert Days 2008!

Beginning 9 a.m. Saturday November 15, downtown Gilbert will be awash in small town fun and festivities.

It all begins with a parade route that travels down Gilbert road from Juniper to the Town Square.

Then it's on to the Gilbert Municipal Center (South of Warner Road) for a party that lasts from 11 a.m. 'til the cows come home. (Note. The cows go at 5 p.m.)

The parade just keeps getting bigger and better.  Expect to see plenty of floats, cowboys, horsies and any number of creative entries who will present their interpretations of the theme "Country Pride."

This isn't a one-off celebration. There's a carnival on November 22 & 23 along with a rodeo on the same days.

Of course, if you'd like a full slate of activities and directions, there's a handy website to find out more:

www.gilbertdays.com

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Photo Credit: "Festival" by Yarik Mission

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UPATE: I'll be withholding comments on this post. Please see my next post for further comments.

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Comments (12)

Patricia Kennedy
RLAH@Properties - Washington, DC
Home in the Capital

Chuck, I totally love parades  It must come from my high school marching band days!  We had them at the drop of a hat.

Nov 15, 2008 03:42 AM
Heather the Realtor Orlando, Lake Mary
LemonTree Realty - Orlando, FL
First Time Home Buyers, Bank Owned Homes

Looks like a fun day. I have to agree with patricia however I wasnt in band I was a cheerleader, parades are a great way for a community to come together.

Nov 15, 2008 03:47 AM
Debi Ernst
St. Charles County, Missouri - Prudential Alliance Realtors - O'Fallon, MO
GRI, e-PRO, Broker/Sales Associate

Chuck - It sounds like a busy day - I'd really like to see the rodeo!  :)

Nov 15, 2008 05:36 AM
Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

Chuck, This sounds like SO much fun!  I would go on the day of the Rodeo, I've never seen one :(

Nov 15, 2008 11:36 AM
Mara Hawks
First Realty Auburn - Auburn, AL
Inactive-2012 REALTOR - Homes for Sale Auburn Real Estate, AL

Chuck, I heard the sad story of the band student today, and have been praying for that family and those young kids ever since... Just wanted you to know my heart is hugging your community today---and tomorrow...

Nov 15, 2008 03:13 PM
Debbie Summers
Charles Rutenberg Realty - New Smyrna Beach, FL

Hey... Chuck, there is nothing I like more than horses and cowboys!  It's nice to see that there are still events like this, have a great time!

Nov 16, 2008 05:50 AM
Chuck Willman
Chuck Willman - Alpine, UT
NewHouseUtah.com

Update: Kelly Tracy and her brother Matt were en route to the the parade. They were stuck by a drunk driver. Kelly lost her life. In order to defray funeral costs, accounts have been set up in the name of the Tracy family at both Washington Mutual and Chase Bank. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family. Kelly was 16 years old.

Nov 16, 2008 12:29 PM
Cynthia Tilghman, Realtor® Onslow County NC Home Specialist
Kingsbridge Realty, Inc - Hubert, NC

Hi Chuck,
These small town festivals are the best and it sounds like this one has something for the entire family.  The cows go at 5pm???  Ok, I give up.

Nov 16, 2008 09:53 PM
Chuck Willman
Chuck Willman - Alpine, UT
NewHouseUtah.com

UPATE: I'll be withholding further comments on this post. Please see my next post for further comments. What Creates a Community? A Town Mourns a Loss

Nov 17, 2008 05:48 AM
Kevin McGourty
Realty ONE Group - Phoenix, AZ

Cool thing about Phoenix area is that even though it is a major city..it still has the feel of a town in many places.

Nov 17, 2008 06:46 AM
Rob Becker
Top Rock Realty - Mesa, AZ
Designated Broker - Mesa Gilbert, Arizona

My family and I went to the Gilbert Days Parade on Saturday. It was great! It was a bit lengthy (2 and a half hours) as compared to other parades. But, still great!

Rob Becker, Top Rock Realty

Nov 17, 2008 06:56 AM
Teresa Berry
Seattle, WA

Chuck -  this is the time of year we wish the weather was made for a parade here. 
It's time for the indoor festivites in WA but looks like perfect time for a parade in AZ  

Nov 17, 2008 09:58 AM