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The rodeo parade is on Saturday morning of "Rodeo Weekend", which is the second weekend of June.  It is held on 2nd Street.  These pictures are from June 9, 2012.
Over 1500 photos were taken.  If you would like the photos of your entry, please email webservant@elivermore.com.  There is no charge.
All Photos by Bill Nale

Entries 72 to 78

#72 - Grupo Folklorico Tlapalli
This next group is the Grupo Folklorico Tlapalli, demonstrating the cultural dress and dance of Mexico. This colorful folklore group represents the diversity of the Mexican Culture. The Grupo Folklorico Tlapalli practices at the Sun Gallery in Hayward and also at Junction Avenue School here in Livermore.
#73 - Charro Gustavo Gonzalez on his Horse Gustavo
Gustavo Gonalez and his horse Gavilan, have won trophies for Charro Riding for the last several years. Gustavo is 11 years old but is fully trained charro rider and participates in Mexican rodeos around the state. For those of us who don't know, charro refers to a traditional horseman from Mexico. The traditional Mexican charro is known for colorful clothing and participating in a specific type of Mexican rodeo. Gustavo is becoming famous for his roping tricks.
#74 - Hayley Green or her mule Gus.
This is Hayley Green. She is 6 years old and is riding her mule, Gus.
#75 - Eric Swalwell for Congress
Let's welcome Eric Swalwell. Eric is a Dublin City Council member and is a candidate here in the new 15th Congressional District. Erich Swalwell has new energy and new ideas to create jobs and stabilize the economy. If elected, he promises to beholden to only one special interest group.
#76 - Wheels (LvAmVyTrAth)
Our next entry is from The Livermore/Amador Valley Transit Authority, "WHEELS". They are here today to introduce their new "Rapid Service" 40 foot Diesel-Electric Hybrid Bus for public transportation.
#77 - Tri-Valley Cares
Tri-Valley CAREs wants green science at Livermore Labs, not nuclear weapons development. Tri-Valley CAREs would like to highlight the fact that 88% of Livermore Lab's current budget request goes to nuclear weapons activities. Only 3% goes to science and less than 1% is dedicated to non-polluting, renewable energy. They advocate for a profound shift in Lab priorities. They want 88% of the Lab's funding to go to green science and jobs for all instead of bombs. Tri-Valley Cares supports funding for renewable energy and cleanup of toxic and radioactive pollution at the Lab. Tri-Valley CAREs began locally nearly 30 years ago and has grown to more than 5000 members. They've participated in the parade nearly every year since 1983. You can find Tri-Valley CAREs office on Old First Street or on the web at www.trivalleycares.org.
#78 - California All-Stars Cheerleading Group
Livermore's California All-Stars is one of Northern California's Finest Competitive Cheer Clubs, with athletes ages 5 - 18 years old. No experience is necessary to try out. The try out process is very casual and fun! The athletes demonstrate jumps, tumbling skills and choreography. The California All-stars are considered one of the top programs of competitive cheerleading in the region and have been ranked in the top 3 competitive cheerleading groups in the United States. They want you to experience it for yourself to truly understand the dynamics, traditions and success of their "Bullet" family. Come meet Gym Director Neda Emamjomeh. The California All-Stars is a place where friendships are formed.

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