Happy New Year! Or Mummer's Day in Philadelphia. I did not expect to be sharing this post this year for multiple reasons but here we are so happy happy everything!
In Philadelphia, the Mummers are back this year despite coronavirus kicking it overtime BUT since the weather did not hold, the parade is rescheduled from Saturday, 1/1 to Sunday, 1/2. I'm hoping everyone stays healthy. I'll be watching on TV this year. If you are sick, please stay home.
What's a Mummer?
http://www.pennlive.com/life/2016/12/mummers_philadelphia_what_is.html
https://www.pennlive.com/life/2019/12/what-is-a-mummer-history-meaning-and-more-behind-the-new-years-day-philadelphia-parade.html
What type of Mummer is MFD?
Changing it up this year (after I thought we were finally done) - MFD is back with his first/family band, Uptown String Band (formerly Harrowgate) that he joined in 1989, which is now conveniently located directly across the street from my brother & Aubrey's house. The former clubhouse is directly across the street from MFD’s brother & Sarah’s house. Funny, right? The String Bands are the last division to perform and Uptown goes up third out of 14 string bands. Their theme is Better Maize Ahead.
They are supposed to be on TV around 1:20 but the parade is typically running behind (live stream link below), so start checking in around 1:15 to see where they are schedule-wise if you specifically want to see them or a little earlier if you want to catch all the string bands - it's quite a production with the music and the costumes and props; and a time honored tradition to put a good show out on the street on New Year's Day. REMEMBER TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE, PARADE SOMETIMES RUNS BEHIND.
What's a Mummer?
http://www.pennlive.com/life/2016/12/mummers_philadelphia_what_is.html
https://www.pennlive.com/life/2019/12/what-is-a-mummer-history-meaning-and-more-behind-the-new-years-day-philadelphia-parade.html
What type of Mummer is MFD?
Changing it up this year (after I thought we were finally done) - MFD is back with his first/family band, Uptown String Band (formerly Harrowgate) that he joined in 1989, which is now conveniently located directly across the street from my brother & Aubrey's house. The former clubhouse is directly across the street from MFD’s brother & Sarah’s house. Funny, right? The String Bands are the last division to perform and Uptown goes up third out of 14 string bands. Their theme is Better Maize Ahead.
For a guide of the 2022 parade, visit
PHL 17 parade brochure
https://www.visitphilly.com/things-to-do/events/the-mummers-parade/
To stream live - you cannot use Internet Explorer as your browser:
https://phl17.com/on-air/live-streaming/
https://phl17.com/mummers/live-2022-mummers-parade-stream-on-phl17/
Coverage begins at 9 am. String Bands are on a lot later.
The parade will also be live on PHL17's facebook page.
To catch some shots on Instagram:
Philly Mummers String Band Association (@phillymummerssba)
https://phl17.com/mummers/live-2022-mummers-parade-stream-on-phl17/
Coverage begins at 9 am. String Bands are on a lot later.
The parade will also be live on PHL17's facebook page.
To catch some shots on Instagram:
Philly Mummers String Band Association (@phillymummerssba)
As always, I will post a pic of MFD so you know what type of costume to look for if you watch the live stream and he might be posting too (@lifeaccordingtosteph & @mikedoylesellshouses on Instagram).
Cheers! Happy New Year!
Cheers! Happy New Year!
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