Still, the campaigns view the parade as a big opportunity to court voters.

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On the 24th, Christmas Eve, we have a big celebration welcoming the parade of the Patriarchate of Jerusalem, our twin city, entering from this road.

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He said the space was barely big enough for 50 people to watch the parade but last year nearly 350 turned up.

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As well as a big parade in the afternoon, various other events will be taking place over the next few days.

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Viewers have a fairly good idea of who will win every big award after the parade of award shows that queue up in the weeks before the Oscars.

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With President Barack Obama set to attend the Detroit Labor Day Parade, the UAW is putting pressure on the Big Three to reach a favorable agreement in coming negotiations.

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Native Californians cling to the pageantry of the Rose Bowl--the parade, the silliness, the old stadium (still awaiting a big "pro" renovation if only the taxpayers will lay themselves down before the NFL god) and the often-unpredictable contest itself.

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Clowns from the Big Apple Circus conducted the training, called Clown U. Lessons for the aspiring clowns included parade etiquette (when faced with a crying child, walk away).

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Chicago was preparing for its own big parade and an eye-catching local custom: dying the Chicago River green.

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The Original Big 7 Social Aid and Pleasure Club, which organized Sunday's parade, decried what it called a senseless attack.

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