[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 142 (Friday, August 29, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E792]
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  HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE RIVERSIDE NEIGHBORHOOD PARADE

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                           HON. ANDRE CARSON

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, August 29, 2025

  Mr. CARSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 100th anniversary 
of the Riverside Neighborhood Parade on September 6, 2025. This is one 
of Indianapolis's most treasured and enduring community traditions.
  The Riverside Parade began in 1925, when the city first paved Harding 
Street and more than 10,000 neighbors gathered to celebrate. Since that 
day, the parade has represented civic unity, community pride, and the 
rich cultural legacy of one of our city's oldest neighborhoods. For 
generations, the Riverside community has come together every September 
to honor its history, celebrate its people, and look ahead with hope.
  Riverside is more than just a neighborhood--it is a community built 
on resilience, service, and shared history. With its early 20th-century 
homes and the newly completed promenade trail at Riverside Park, the 
area reflects the very heart and soul of Indianapolis.
  This year's centennial celebration not only marks a historic 
milestone but also begins a new chapter. Under the leadership of 
Careena Jackson and the Riverside Civic League, the parade's planning 
and stewardship have returned to the neighborhood's hands. Their 
dedication to preserving this beloved tradition while building its 
future is a powerful example of community leadership in action.
  Featuring everything from marching bands and bike riders to school 
groups and local leaders, the Riverside Parade continues to inspire 
joy, connection, and civic engagement. It serves as a reminder of what 
is possible when neighbors unite with purpose and pride.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the 
Riverside Neighborhood Parade on its 100th anniversary. May this 
celebration honor the past, strengthen the present, and inspire the 
future of this remarkable Indianapolis community.

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