Charlotte Labor Day Parade
CHARLOTTE LABOR DAY PARADE COMMITTEE
704-877-6916 - Laborparade@aol.com
PRESS RELEASE
The annual Charlotte Labor Day Parade will be held Monday September 3rd at 10 am. Organized by the Charlotte Labor Day Parade Committee in conjunction with local labor organizations and the Southern Piedmont Central Labor Council, the parade honors the accomplishments of organized labor in our country, our region, and in our community. This year's parade comes before the opening of the Democratic National Convention in Charlotte. For security reasons this year's route will be from Pearl Street Park to Marshall Park on the edge of uptown Charlotte. Also this year's parade will be a marching parade featuring local labor organizations, bands, political candidates, and community groups. Our theme for 2012 is "Takin' it to the Streets". Parade chairman Ben Lee - vice general chairman for the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen urges all to come on out for "an old fashioned parade - union made".
DATE AND TIME: Monday September 3rd at 10 am. Pre-parade assembly begins at 8 am at Pearl Street Park- Kenilworth Avenue entrance
ROUTE: Parade begins at the Pearl Street Park - Baxter Street to McDowell St. to Stonewall St. to South Caldwell St. to 3rd Street- ending at Marshal Park
CONTACT: Ben Lee, parade chairman - 704-877-6916 - Laborparade@aol.com
website - http://charlottelabordayparade.shutterfly.com
facebook- http://www.facebook.com/CLDPC
Hope to see you there. Always remember those who fought, suffered, and died for our worker rights, the 40 hour week, the weekends, retirement, and healthcare; and please never take it for granted.
The 2012 Charlotte Labor Day Parade will be held on Labor Day Monday September 3. The annual Charlotte Labor day Parade is a genuine Labor Day Parade – held on Labor Day put on by and spotlighting organized labor in our community and region. What differentiates the 2012 parade from the past 12 parades is that it occurs the day before the Democratic National Convention begins here in Charlotte. In a recent meeting with the City, parade parameters were discussed. Due to their security concerns, the 2012 Charlotte Labor Day Parade will be different. Motorized vehicles and marching bands will not be allowed. Essentially this will be a marching parade. Additionally, the route has yet to be determined. My request was to have a route that at least passes through The Square. Also, a time for the parade has yet to be determined. Given the importance of this parade to our labor community, I chose to preserve the continuity of our parade. Our forbearers, who suffered and sacrificed for us, would have. They would have embraced the march and gladly took it to the streets. I encourage those with the spirit to be in the 2012 Charlotte Labor Day Parade to contact us.
Ben Lee
Parade Chairman and Vice General Chairman – Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen
CHARLOTTE LABOR DAY PARADE COMMITTEE
PRESS RELEASE
The annual Charlotte Labor Day Parade will be held Monday September 5th at 11 am. Organized by the Charlotte Labor Day Parade Committee in conjunction with the Southern Piedmont Central Labor Council, the parade honors the accomplishments of organized labor in our country, our region, and in our community. The parade through uptown Charlotte features local labor union floats, vehicles, and marchers. The parade also features political candidates, stepping groups, bands, car clubs, beauty queens, and community groups. Come on out for "an old fashioned parade - union made".
DATE AND TIME: Monday September 5th at 11 am. Pre-parade assembly begins at 9 am at 701 North College Street
ROUTE: Parade begins at the Hal Marshal Center, proceeding down Tryon Street, through the Square, and ending at Tryon and 3rd Streets.
CONTACT: Ben Lee, Parade Chairman
phone - 704-877-6916 email - Laborparade@aol.com
website - http://charlottelabordayparade.shutterfly.com
facebook- http://www.facebook.com/CLDPC
Hope to see you there. Always remember those who fought, suffered, and died for our worker rights, the 40 hour week, the weekends, retirement, and healthcare; and please never take it for granted.
NEWS RELEASE - For Immediate Distribution
The Charlotte Labor Day Parade Committee in Conjunction with Southern Piedmont CLC Proudly Presents its Annual Labor Day Parade
Date: August 2, 2010
Contact: Ben Lee
Telephone: 704-877-6916
E-mail: LaborParade@aol.com
The Charlotte Labor Day Parade Committee will hold its annual Labor Day Parade, Monday, September 6, 2010 at 11:00 am in uptown Charlotte. The annual parade, one of the largest in the Southeastern United States, is used to educate the public and celebrate the accomplishments of organized labor unions throughout our nation, our region, and our local community. There will be labor unions, political candidates, beauty queens, car clubs, marching bands, community groups, and entertainment joining in on the festive parade. Last year‘s parade drew nearly 60 entries. This year‘s theme, “An Old Fashioned Parade: Labor Union Made”, will reference upon the significant strides made by labor unions throughout history, as well as, highlight upon the traditional method in celebrating this special holiday. Ben Lee, Charlotte Labor Day Parade Committee Chairman, encourages all to attend. “Since its inception 116 years ago, Labor Day has stood to highlight labor unions’ success in fighting for member’s interests with respect to wages, benefits, and working conditions. Always remember those who fought, suffered, and died for our rights as workers - including the 40 hour work week, the weekend, Social Security, and health care. Please never take it for granted”, Lee remarked.
The Charlotte Labor Day Parade Committee extends an invitation for all members of the community to join in celebrating Labor Day and its 12th annual parade. The event is free, and open to all. The parade route will travel throughout uptown Charlotte, from the Hal Marshall Center, down Tryon Street through the main square, and ending at Tryon and 3rd streets.
The Charlotte Labor Day Parade Committee is a non-profit 501c3 organization founded in 1999 based upon the principle that the efforts of organized labor in America should never be forgotten. If interested in participating or volunteering for the parade, please contact the Charlotte Labor Day Parade Committee Chairman, Ben Lee, through e-mail at LaborParade@aol.com. Further information regarding this event can also be viewed at the organization’s website,
http://charlottelabordayparade.shutterfly.com.