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Granville July 4th Parade Information

Date: July 4th

Time: Parade participants must arrive at the float between 9-10 am. Participants are NOT allowed into the staging area past 10:15 am.

Where: The parade runs from the staging area at Wildwood Park (785 West Broadway) to the Granville District Office (130 North Granger Street), which is 1.1 miles long. The float will be unloaded a block further on College Street and will return to Wildwood.

Parking: Parking is available at Wildwood Park and at the end of the parade route at Granville Elementary School. Bathrooms are available at Wildwood Park.


Please Bring:

  • Wear red, white, and blue clothing (please no political or religious references) and comfortable shoes
  • Water and sunscreen
  • Optional: non-melting candy to distribute in the parade

Additional notes and safety:

  • The Granville July 4th Festival is located at the end of the parade route and opens immediately after the parade concludes.
  • Children under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Space on our float is very limited. Please plan on walking.

Additional questions? Please contact Jessica, Sending Hope Ohio director, at 740-215-1140.


Happy 4th of July! We are excited to see you!

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Notes of Positivity to Nursing Home Residents

Help brighten the days of residents in a local nursing home by sending handwritten notes of kindness and encouragement.
A few thoughtful words can provide comfort, connection, and a reminder that they are not forgotten.
Please mail your pictures and notes of encouragement to a nursing home of your choice.

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Welcome Home & Thank-You Notes to Honor Flight Veterans

Join us in honoring those who have served our country by writing welcome-home and thank-you notes to Honor Flight veterans. These messages of appreciation recognize their service and ensure they feel supported and celebrated by their community. You can learn more about Honor Flight Columbus.

Please mail your pictures and notes of gratitude to Honor Flight Columbus PO Box 20133 Columbus, Ohio 43220.

Join Us in Mailing Love

Whether you write one note or participate in all three opportunities, Mailing Love is a reminder that small actions can make a big impact. Together, we can spread warmth, gratitude, and hope throughout our community, one letter, one card, and one act of kindness at a time.