The parade will launch a day-long series of activities that will bring the community and the College together in a celebration that lasts into the evening. A ceremony on the town green immediately after the parade, a history festival, and fireworks will complete the festivities.
All events are free and open to the public.
Nov. 1, Founders' Day, is the start of Founders' Week, the five-day culmination of the College's Bicentennial celebration, which concludes Nov. 5. Preparation for the parade began months ago, according to Mona Wheatley, director of Bicentennial planning for the College. Entries in the parade range from a float created by Mary Hogan School students depicting the Otter Creek Falls in Middlebury to community members dressed as local historic figures. After the ceremony, the College will serve birthday cake to all those present. Area school students from the 4 th -12 th grades, professional entertainers from throughout Vermont, and local museums will offer exhibits and performances.