"I've been [participating in the parade] since I was 15, and now I'm over 50, so it's been quite some time," says Cupenda Palmer, a parade marshall with the West Indian American Day Carnival Association ( WIADCA). The sense of history and community participation in the event is palpable, with long-term attendees sharing their experiences and commitment to keeping the tradition alive, making the parade a rich tapestry of Caribbean culture spanning decades.
Jovia Radix-Seaborough, an annual participant of the parade, was chosen as a grand marshall for the event. "I'm really honored, growing up as a Caribbean and coming to this parade as a kid I never imagined I'd be grand marshall," she said. This honor underlines the importance of the parade not only as a celebration of heritage but also as a platform for community leaders to recognize their roots and contributions.
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