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About 500 people took part in the March 7 Lantern Parade and party—far above the organizers’ goal of 50 to 100—and attendees agreed it should become an annual event. The committee also advanced plans for the Patriots Day Block Party, including a Main Street-to-Walden Street closure and performances, food, vendors, and activities.
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The Lantern Parade was substantially larger than expected, with more than 200 people also attending lantern-building workshops. Organizers will review the event and seek future funding if it is repeated annually. The Patriots Day Block Party is planned to run after the parade and end by 3:00 p.m.; residents should expect a street closure and expanded programming in the downtown area.
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