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Post 28 auxiliary hosts Makenzie Youth Parade
The Makenzie Youth Parade is led by (l-r) Darlene Haus, Barbara McBride and Margaret Hopkins of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 28 Color Guard. TED PFIRRMANN PHOTOS
July 9, 2025
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 28 hosted the second annual Makenzie Youth Parade July 4 at the post in Oak Orchard. This free event offered hot dogs, drinks, prizes and music for a fun-filled celebration.
Beth McGinn, auxiliary vice president, said, “We have these events to educate our children and future generations to know what America’s about, and to extend patriotism in our communities. We’re just hoping that they take this back to their friends, their family and their schools.”
As members of the auxiliary point out, honoring unity and patriotism never goes out of style.
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 28 Chaplain Robin Airey and Vice President Beth McGinn welcome everyone to the second annual Makenzie Youth Parade.
Makenzie Mood, 9, said this event makes her happy.
June Jones, president of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 28, is all smiles as the morning goes on.
Tucker Mood is presented with the third-place ribbon and award for most patriotic attire by June Jones, president of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 28, and Beth McGinn, auxiliary vice president.
Makenzie Mood is presented with the second-place ribbon and award for most patriotic attire by June Jones, president of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 28, and Beth McGinn, auxiliary vice president.
Dorothy “Dottie” LeCates is presented with the first-place ribbon and award for most patriotic attire by June Jones, president of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 28.
The color guard, formerly known as the Colorettes, is proudly represented by (l-r) Barbara McBride, Margaret Hopkins and Darlene Haus.
