The 2011 St. Thomas Optimist Santa Claus Parade was well attended despite the threat of rain, and considered a success by the participants and crowd alike.  One of the best times for those participating in the parade is the lining up of floats as seen below.  We also want to give a big Thank You to McGregor Auto Parts of St. Thomas for their generous donation of truck and driver for the Animal Coalition float.

And we won a trophy!  The Animal Coalition float won a trophy for Most Unusual Float in the 2011 Santa Claus Parade.  Linda Spencer holds up the trophy she and others won for decorating the float, pics from the Optimist site of all the winners is here.

Above–the entry from Farmtown Canada was a huge hit with kids and adults alike.

Above–one the miniature horses from Farmtown Canada taking a well deserved rest after the parade. Below– we’ll leave you with more images of the thrill and excitement of the floats lining up before the parade.