December 8, 2016 - (Album) - The city of Center parade float and Ace Hardware parade float were at the John D. Windham Civic Center on Wednesday, December 7, 2016.
Both floats featured music and participants distributed candy to children visiting the holiday themed floats. With the cancellation of Santa's Christmas Parade plans for a virtual parade were put in place as well as the display of floats at the civic center.
Ace Hardware of East Texas employees were responsible for putting together their float and the city of Center employees designed and engineered theirs. On board the Ace Hardware float is a Dream Playhouse for Kids which the business is giving away through a free drawing. Anyone wishing to participate need sign up at Ace Hardware of East Texas.
An added treat for children attending the holiday event was a visit with Santa Claus.
