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FOURTH FUN
Doo-Dah Parade is a Lewes original
As she does most years, Diana Hoenen leads the annual Doo-Dah Parade in downtown Lewes. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
July 6, 2018
Phyllis Hoenen has the best seat in the Doo-Dah Parade, serving as grand marshal for more than 50 years. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Flags are the order of the day as Lewes residents celebrate July 4th during the annual Doo-Dah Parade. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Red, white and blue bling is handed out as the Dairy Queen gang prepares for the parade.
Brooke and Brandon Martin are dressed up in red, white and blue. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Julia Edmonds of Lewes has the best pair of July 4th glasses in the Lewes traditional parade.
Viktoriya Hoenen’s hooped red, white and blue skirt is a part of Doo-Dah Parade lore.
Richard Gott displays his bubble-making expertise during every Doo-Dah Parade. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
A large crowd of children on Kings Highway waits for candy to be thrown from parade participants. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
The “Beverly Hillbillies” make their debut in the parade. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
It’s a bicycle built for many taking part in the parade. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Hope Halleck of Lewes says she rides her unicycle once a year - during the Doo-Dah Parade. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
The Redneck Kountry Club enjoys a ride on the parade route. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Twins Colby and Jenna Chambers are ready to take part in the Doo-Dah Parade. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Lewes Yacht Club youth ride in a boat along the parade route. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Sometimes even a good thing is too much and it’s time to take a nap. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Diana Hoenen leads the annual Doo-Dah Parade in downtown Lewes swinging the American flag. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
With the Zwaawnendael Museum as a backdrop Diana Hoenen leads the Doo-Dah Parade in downtown Lewes with her Flag swinging talents. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
The original ladies of Lewes ride in style, (l-r) Phyllis Hoenen, Thelma Burton and Hazel Brittingham. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Patti Riffle rides her tricycle and waves the American flag. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Hope Halleck leans in on her unicycle. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Bill Schab leads the Greater Lewes Community Village in the float with Madison and Makenna Stahl perfection their candy throw. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Greater Lewes Community Village members make their way down the road. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Tom and Tyler Csala keep it festive on the route. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Madeline Quirion riding her original cupcake powered by a tricycle. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Jim Culley is dressed as Uncle Sam. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
The Redneck Country Crib is on the lose. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
The official band makes its way down Savannah Road. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Jon Sibert cruises in his convertible while Mary Norton rides shotgun. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Richard Bryan drives the tractor pulling the Historic Lewes Farmers Market float. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Tossing lollipops from their covered wagon are Kaitlyn Conner, left, and Julianna Procak. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Tate Franklin is a serious Betsy Ross. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
A tip of the hat from Nolan Rossini, left, while Charles and Tate Franklin keep the patriotic fun going. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
The McMahon clan makes a statement in a historic vehicle. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
A candy colored jeep owner tosses candy to the crowd. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
The Tom’s float was a crowd favorite. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Pilottown Village residents perform Washington Crossing the Delaware.Shown are John Eyclesheimer, Beth Enos,Mardi Thompson, Beverly Eyclesheimer and Lisa Nothstin. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Pilottown Village residents perform Washington Crossing the Delaware.Shown are John Eyclesheimer, Beth Enos,Mardi Thompson, Beverly Eyclesheimer and Lisa Nothstin. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Richard Perez portrays Jethro in the Ellsworth version of the Beverly Hillbillies portrayal. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Patriotic floats lined Second Street for another Doo-Dah parade. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
The Glasners are decked out in the Red White and Blue, (l-r) Noah, Eldad, Lev and Rafi. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Cape Henlopen High School Cheerleaders wow the crowd with a cheer. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Save the carrots eat more candy! DENY HOWETH PHOTO
George William Thompson and Sooki cruise through town during the Doo-Dah Parade. DENY HOWETH PHOTO
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Rhondad and Willis Johnson are in prime position for tithe start of the parade.DENY HOWETH PHOTO
Ashleigh and Avery Lustgarten wait for the parade to start.DENY HOWETH PHOTO
The 2018 July 4th parade was one of the largest in recent times with streets lined with spectators and hundreds of participants.
