Parade: What You Need to Know

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Sunday, April 28, 2013 the Crown Heights community will be celebrating the holiday of Lag Bomer with the Grand Lag B’Omer parade and fair.

The parade organizers and the NYPD 71st Precinct has released the following important information for all attendees.

Parking in the neighborhood:
There will be NO PARKING starting on Saturday, April 27, 2013 from 11:30 PM to Sunday April 28, 2013, 3 PM on the following blocks:
Eastern Parkway service lanes both north and south sides form Brooklyn to Albany
Albany from Eastern to President
Kingston from Eastern to Empire
President from Brooklyn to Kingston
East New York from Brooklyn to Albany

If your car is parked on any of the above blocks after midnight on Sunday April 28, 2013 it will be towed and relocated to the Kingston and Winthrop area.
Some of the blocks will be towed due to large crowd sizes expected while others will be towed for security reasons.
In addition there will be major traffic delays along Eastern Parkway.

Security during the parade:

After the recent attack in Boston the organizers of the Great Parade would like to assure everyone that security precautions have been taken to make sure that The Great Parade proceeds safely and securely. Our staff has discussed the security of the event with the NYPD chief of Brooklyn south.

The amount of police officers present will be increased, security will be bolstered, and there will be a sweep of the parkway before the event.

Here are a few guidelines to follow:

1. From Motzei Shabbos at midnight and on, all unattended personal objects on the parade grounds will be confiscated and disposed of.

2. There will be no Knapsacks or large bags permitted to the Parade route and anyone wishing to cross through will be subject to a bag check or will be redirected around the event. Large items and bags such as backpacks and suitcases will not be allowed onto the premises during the parade.

3. The police have also urged us to remind everyone to follow the guidelines, maps, and instructions that The Great Parade will be providing.

4. Finally “If you see something, say something.” Alert the security if you see any suspicious activity.

Lag B’Omer Fair – Discounted wristbands available

This Sunday the 18th of Iyar, April 28th, come join in singing, dancing, playing and celebrating the Hillulah of Rebbi Shimon Bar Yochai. With fun and games for all, the grand fair will take place from 12PM to 6 PM on East New York Avenue, from Brooklyn Ave. to Albany Ave.

Brand new to this year’s fair is the all-inclusive wristband for all of the fair’s numerous and exciting activities, rides and shows. Available for $15 and just $10 if pre-purchased on Thursday and Friday at the NCFJE offices between 9am and 7pm.

Enjoy the breathtaking stunts performed by the world renowned Rock ‘N’ Rope Warrior, or the fascinating and hilarious interactive show of the Parrot Rebbe. If sitting still is not for you (or your kids), don’t worry there is so much more for you to do! With fun rides and booths galore, you might need to show up early to fit it all in. Get your heart racing on the thrilling Rocking Pirate Ship, or test your skills at an exciting game of laser tag. Meet exotic and friendly animals at the newly expanded petting zoo, or enjoy a turn on one of the many fun inflatable rides and slides. Munch on scrumptious goodies and yummy treats, all available at affordable prices. With such an abundance of options and choices, there is truly something fun for all ages!

Thanks to the tireless work of everyone at the National Council for the Furtherance of Jewish Education, this year’s fair will be affordable for everyone.

“In the past it’s been very hard for large families,” says Rabbi Shimon Hecht, Chairman of the Great Parade, “no one wants to miss such a wonderful event, but it can just be so expensive.” This year Rabbi Hecht was pleased to introduce the all-inclusive wristband. “If there was a single-ride charge, some of the kinderlach would miss out on the fun. Boruch Hashem we were able to find an affordable solution for all.”

To pre-purchase an all-inclusive wristband, or for more information about the Great Parade and fair, please visit the offices of NCFJE at 828 Eastern Parkway on Thursday or Friday between 9am and 7pm. You can also email fair@thegreatparade.com, or call (404) 593-4860.

T-shirts and wristbands pick up times
Thursday
9am-7pm 8pm-11pm

Friday
9am-5pm

At The Great Parade Office
828 Eastern Pkwy
Brooklyn NY 11213

If these times and dates are inconvenient for you or for any other questions please feel free to contact us.
Shipping@thegreatparade.com