MSA Shriner Parade zooms through Glenwood

News | Published on August 28, 2023 at 2:42pm CDT

Shriners, Shriners, everywhere!

The Midwest Shrine Association, comprising six states (Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Michigan, SD and ND) and two Canadian provinces, met for its annual Midwest Convention, Aug. 23-26 in Alexandria, to help raise support for its 22 Shrine hospitals, clinics and burn centers. The convention included fun, training, competitions, camaraderie and two parades; one Thursday, Aug. 24 in Alexandria and another Saturday, Aug. 26 in Glenwood. Shriner clubs from throughout the Midwest took part in the parade, showcasing the parade routines each group uses to help entertain the crowd.

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