Glen Cove is proud to continue its tradition of welcoming spring with a celebration of the community's proud Irish heritage. The city's 20th annual St. Patrick's Day Parade will step off on Sunday, March 16 at 1 p.m. from the Robert M. Finley Middle School on Forest Avenue. Sponsored by the Glen Cove Hibernians, which is comprised of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, the largest annual parade in Glen Cove is an event not to be missed. This year's celebration will be led by Grand Marshal John Canning and Aides to the Grand Marshal Marylin Johnson and Jeffrey Moore. Parade participants will include elected officials and members of local community groups. When you hear the pipe bands and drums, be sure to don your green and join the Glen Cove community in honor of St. Patrick's Day.

For sponsorships, parade route or more information, visit www.glencoveirish.com.

Born and raised on the North Shore, John Canning, Grand Marshal of the 2008 St. Patrick's Day Parade, is a devoted and responsive public servant and a dedicated community leader who currently serves as Deputy Town Clerk of the Town of Oyster Bay. Mr. Canning's Hibernian activities include membership in the Irish-American Society, as well as being a founding member of Irish-Americans in Government. Proud of his heritage, he has been involved in the St. Patrick's Day parade festivities for many years, very often serving as master of ceremonies.

Aide to the Grand Marshal Marylin Elizabeth Johnson lives in Glen Cove with her husband David and their son, Jeffrey Moore, where all are active members of the community. Ms. Johnson is a charter member of North Shore Rotary, is past editor of the newsletter and active in the club's community service. As a member of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, Marylin has served as co-chair of the Catholic Action Committee and participated in many fundraising activities to benefit Hibernain charities.

Aide to the Grand Marshal Jeffrey Alexander Moore was born in Glen Cove. He has been member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians since 2005. Along with his Hibernian brothers he shares a deep devotion to fostering the AOH motto of "Friendship, Unity and Christian Charity."