On Saturday, Sept. 24, the 33rd Pride in Port celebration will begin at 9:00 a.m. and won’t end until 11:00 p.m.
The day’s event line-up begins with the Annual Hall of Fame ceremony and breakfast, which starts at 9:00 a.m. in the Schreiber High School auditorium. Each year, Schreiber alumni who excelled in sports are honored.
This year’s inductees are Caitlin Fitzpatrick (2006), Jacqueline Hehir (2004), Timothy Langton (1992), James McKenna (1975), Stephen Shackel (service award for 35 years coaching multiple sports and levels), and Norman Taylor (1956).
The parade, which begins at 11:30 a.m., is truly heartwarming since it demonstrates tremendous community pride.
All seven of Port Washington’s public schools, in addition to many local organizations, participate. The parade starts at Main Street near Belleview Avenue and ends on Campus Drive. This year’s Grand Marshals are family-owned businesses that have operated in Port Washington continuously for three or more generations. At least ten have been identified.
Family Fun Day will take place on the Seeber Field track where rides, crafts, face painting and more will please children of all ages.
Other events planned along Campus Drive include the homecoming football game and a luncheon honoring senior citizens. The game begins at 2:00 p.m. and includes an Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony during halftime.
The senior luncheon will be held in the Schreiber cafeteria starting at 12:30 p.m. The Town of North Hempstead is providing bus transportation from the Port Washington Adult Activities Center parking lot at 80 Manorhaven Blvd. (cars may be left there during the day) at 10:30 a.m. making stops at Landmark on Main Street to the parade.
Special seating will be provided in front of the LIRR station for senior citizens. After the parade, the bus will bring passengers to the senior luncheon at Schreiber, then back to the Center at about 2:00 p.m.
At 7:00 p.m., the annual “Taste of Port Washington” Dinner Dance kicks off at the Polish-American Hall. This year’s Community Honoree is the Port Washington Parent Council Board. Food for the Dinner Dance’s cocktail hour and dinner will be catered from Port’s wonderful restaurants.
Entertainment features performances by Sequel. Dinner Dance tickets can be purchased in advance for $35 per person on eventbrite.com, search Pride in Port, or go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pride-in-port-community-dinner-tickets-403203591797?aff=ebdssbdestsearch.
The event often sells out, but if there are still seats available, tickets can be purchased at the door for $40 per person.
Visit the Pride in Port group Facebook page or call the Port Washington Chamber of Commerce at 516-883-6566 for more information.
