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2021 Heritage Parade Grand Marshal Sought!

Curwood Festival is now accepting nominations for Grand Marshal of the 2020 Curwood Festival Heritage Parade on Saturday, June 6, 2020.

A Grand Marshal is someone who has had a profound impact on those around them and is a resource for our community through their charity, leadership and ability to make our city and our community a better place.

Who do you know that has made such a change? Looking back some of our former Grand Marshals have been celebrities, quiet leaders, teachers, entrepreneurs, and mentors. The Grand Marshal is selected by submitting a written nomination that describes the effects you feel your nominee has made. These nominations are reviewed by a committee of local dignitaries that will select worthy recipients. Please forward you nomination(s) to the Grand Marshal Committee, PO Box 461, Owosso, MI 48867 or email to [email protected] Please include the name and contact information of the person making the nomination.

Past honorees include: Charles Kincaid-2021; Michael Ash-2019; Bob Minarik-2018; Sue Degerstrom-2017; David Vaughn-2016; Charlie & Linda Keenan-2015; Carl Knipe-2014; Gary Goysanie-2013; Leo Scherer–2012; Bruce and Jackie Cook-2011; Dr. Richard Ball-2010; Piper Brewer-2009; George Hoddy-2008; John and Joanne Morovitz-2007; Jim & Fayenne Storrer-2006, John "Dutch" and Rita Bouwman-2005; Dr. Denise Bannan-2004; James Capitan-2003; James Oliver Curwood Jr.-2002; Dale Espich-2001; Tom Henne-2000; Ivan Conger-1999; Monte Sheedlo-1998; Al and Kay Snell-1997. Robert "Pudge" Hahn-1996; Helen Harrelson-1995; Gordon Graham-1994; Bill Phillips-1993; Robert Lewis-1992; Francis "Bus" Spaniola-1991; Merrill Walker-1990; Jeri and Hank Steck-1989; Armond Stolz-1988; R.C. Brown-1987; Clyde LeValley-1986; Frank Patee-1985; James Miner-1984; Sallysue Gale-1983; Corky Wilson-1982; Brad VanPelt-1981; and Earl Morrall-1980.

The submission deadline is May 10, 2021.

Curwood Festival is a 501c.4 organizations dedicated “To celebrate the life of author/conservationist, James Oliver Curwood, by organizing, promoting, and conduction family events using the efforts and resources of volunteers, businesses, non-profit organizations and governmental units to enhance the economic and community image of Curwood Country.”

For further information call the Curwood office at 989-723-2161, Tuesday through Thursday from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

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212 S Washington | Owosso, MI 48867 | office: (989) 723-2161
  • Home
  • Our Traditions
    • James Oliver Curwood
    • Our Board of Directors
    • Our 2025 Royalty
    • Our 2024 Grand Marshal Announcement
    • Past Grand Marshals
    • Past Mr. Owosso
    • Past Curwood Queens
    • Souvenirs
  • Our Events
    • 2025 Event Info
    • Duck Race
    • Wine & Cheese
    • 2025 Event Applications
    • 2025 Mr. Owosso Information
    • Curwood Dog of the Year
  • Get Involved
    • Volunteer
    • Committee Chairs
    • Committee Resources
    • Becoming A Partner
    • Current Partners
    • Contact Us
  • About Curwood Festival