Everyone like a parade, right?

This time of the year, the best way to see a parade in Riley County is to watch the KSU Band Day parade through Aggieville and downtown Manhattan. Several high school bands from across the state participated. In addition to Band Day, Saturday was also Family Day and Fort Riley Day at the stadium.

So, with out further ado, here are some bands in the order they appeared in the parade…

Fort Riley/1st Infantry Division

Riley County High School

Manhattan High School

Yep, that was a pretty good way to spend a morning.

- Dan

Funny shoes… check.

Gown… check.

Cap… check.

Wait! Don’t forget the tassel!

The schools and communities were a-buzz this past weekend with High School graduations. Receptions and parties were the norm both before and after the ceremonies.

I had opportunities to meet friends and family members from out of state as they came to see their sons and daughters, nieces and nephews, grandkids and family friends complete the beginning of their educations.

No matter what the size and setting you want for your kids education, it is available in Riley County.

Manhattan High School had almost 350 in their graduating class.

Riley County High School graduated 46.

And, Blue Valley High School had 15 walk across the stage.

It looks like we have a good future ahead of us!

- Dan

Gotta find a tux.

Where’s that perfect dress?

Have we found everyone we want in our group?

Do we want to go someplace fancy to eat before?

Don’t forget the corsage.

Who’s driving?

Dad, you’re embarrassing me!

Be home by midnight!

Prom is a Big Deal to many, yet to others it is just another thing to do.

Regardless of your view, prom season is here. Blue Valley High School had their prom last weekend. Proms for Riley County High School and Manhattan High School are this weekend.

Most of the schools in the area have a Promenade before the prom. The couples are introduced to the waiting crowd and who have a chance to clap, cheer, take photos, etc of the couple before they enter the prom.

Following Prom, most of the schools have an After-Prom Party. Basically, this is a chaperoned, almost-all-night party designed to help give kids a reason not to be out doing what they shouldn’t be doing. It’s a great idea!

Ah, but what about that tux?? Borck Brothers has a great deal every year. A basic black tux can be rented for prom for $50. This is a bargain!

So, get out to the Promenade and see how everyone looks when they get all cleaned up. It’s quite a site, cheap entertainment and fun, too.

- Dan