November 26th is known for cooling off, facing heat, giving thanks, and playing it again. Join us as we find out why.
Come fly with me and fly the balloons away! The 95th Anniversary Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade returned, albeit masked, after a two-year wait.
*** “…. Please Join The Parade.” NOT. As rain fell this Thanksgiving morning, November 26, the pandemic-silenced marching bands were tuning up, the clowns clowning, the balloons being un-netted for their annual march down the parade route to Herald Square. Smiling faces peering through the barricades and little ones waving from fifth floor windows were … Continue reading Photo Essay – The 2020 Thanksgiving Day Parade – New York City
We Put A Reporter To The Test
*** NEW YORK, November 28, 2019 — A beautiful sunny, windy day greeted the 93rd annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The winds whistled as balloons flew low, dancing along the route; little eyes gleefully smiled, almost able to touch their beloved characters. “Escape, ESCAPE!” Spectators in wonderment watched as the giant’s handlers do-si-doed to their … Continue reading Photo Essay – The 2019 Thanksgiving Day Parade – New York City
This week Gloria prepares Thanksgiving for her non-American friends.
*** The 92nd Macy’s Parade kicked off on a frosty, windy morning under sunny blue skies. Marchers huddled for warmth, with balloons tethered low, all awaiting the invitation to “Join the Parade!” Millions lined the streets, bundled in anticipation, to see the bands play, the clowns juggle, and the balloons fly past. The culminating moment? … Continue reading Photo Essay – The 2018 Thanksgiving Day Parade – New York City
Celebrating Thanksgiving at one of New York City’s hottest dining destinations is a fun and festive alternative to a family meal traditionally served at home.
*** NEW YORK, New York, November 23 — The 2017 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade kicked off under sunny skies and cool temperatures as hundreds of thousands lined the parade route to celebrate the start of the holiday season in New York City with a march of clowns, floats, bands, and larger-than-life balloons. *** *** *** … Continue reading Photo Essay – The 2017 Thanksgiving Day Parade – New York City
A NewsWhistle Contributor Reflects Upon the American Day of Thanks