Boston Marathon Explosions Sparks Heightened Awareness At Major Public Events
In the post 911 era, it is advised to practice awareness of your surroundings including suspicious-looking individuals, things that look "out of place" or individuals behaving in an unusual manner for their environment.
There are times a person's attention is diverted which may create a dangerous scenario. These individuals may be enthralled with a cell phone call or text (among other distractions) which would take their awareness away from their immediate surroundings.
Additionally, many people feel they do not want to over-react so they may ignore the suspicious activities or believe others will report it. This behavior may fall in the definition of the 'bystander effect.' The bystander effect explains why people will ignore emergency situations by believing others will take control. Unfortunately, this may end up with nobody reporting suspicious activities.
It is strongly advised to constantly be aware of your surroundings.
Awareness Tips:
Thank You!
In the post 911 era, it is advised to practice awareness of your surroundings including suspicious-looking individuals, things that look "out of place" or individuals behaving in an unusual manner for their environment.
There are times a person's attention is diverted which may create a dangerous scenario. These individuals may be enthralled with a cell phone call or text (among other distractions) which would take their awareness away from their immediate surroundings.
Additionally, many people feel they do not want to over-react so they may ignore the suspicious activities or believe others will report it. This behavior may fall in the definition of the 'bystander effect.' The bystander effect explains why people will ignore emergency situations by believing others will take control. Unfortunately, this may end up with nobody reporting suspicious activities.
It is strongly advised to constantly be aware of your surroundings.
Awareness Tips:
- Visually assess the immediate area for unusual items such as lone parcels and packages.
- Be alert to any person(s) loitering with no apparent purpose.
- Do not allow mobile devices (e.g., phone, texting and headphones) deter your attention from your surroundings.
- Calmly, but immediately report any suspicious items and/or individuals to the proper authorities.
- Do not panic but take precautionary measures such as leaving the area.
Thank You!
In 1990 the Orange Mound Parade Committee (OMPC) was formed to "honor/salute" the efforts of Fred Jones and the (then) newly formed/organized Southern Heritage Classic (SHC)! The Southern Heritage Classic has attracted thousands to come back to Memphis (Tennessee) - not just to cheer on historically black college rival football teams Tennessee State University and Jackson State University or tee off in the celebrity golf tournament but to also experience music, lively tailgate parties and witness some of the world’s most beautiful women (and women’s fashions)! Part of that experience is “The Parade” - along Park Avenue from Haynes to Airways - featuring area high school marching bands, college/university bands, school/civic organizations, businesses, gospel/ministry and political/public servant entrants!
In addition to "The Parade" - since 1997 - the OMPC has also hosted several “Christmas Parades!”
Just like the Southern Heritage Classic (which connects kindred spirits - young and old - in celebration of the beauty of cultural diversity and the richness of Memphis’ heritage) … in Orange Mound - “The Parade” and "The Christmas Parade" have evolved into “must see” experiences for the entire family!
In 2012 Southern Heritage Classic founder - Fred Jones - announced that Tennessee State and Jackson State agreed to reserve the second Saturday in September for each other at the Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium through the 2019 season!
"It allows us to continue to plan," Jones said. "All these companies that are here … they're making long-term plans. I talked to the schools and we were able to clear both conferences' ... long-term schedule and make sure that these dates were in place going forward."
For Orange Mound we - the Orange Mound Parade Committee look forward to continue providing "The Parade" as part of this exciting event! However, we can only continue to do so with significant financial, sponsor, marketing, vendor, participant and community support.
"Wow ... Look At These 2013 Participants!"
In addition to "The Parade" - since 1997 - the OMPC has also hosted several “Christmas Parades!”
Just like the Southern Heritage Classic (which connects kindred spirits - young and old - in celebration of the beauty of cultural diversity and the richness of Memphis’ heritage) … in Orange Mound - “The Parade” and "The Christmas Parade" have evolved into “must see” experiences for the entire family!
In 2012 Southern Heritage Classic founder - Fred Jones - announced that Tennessee State and Jackson State agreed to reserve the second Saturday in September for each other at the Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium through the 2019 season!
"It allows us to continue to plan," Jones said. "All these companies that are here … they're making long-term plans. I talked to the schools and we were able to clear both conferences' ... long-term schedule and make sure that these dates were in place going forward."
For Orange Mound we - the Orange Mound Parade Committee look forward to continue providing "The Parade" as part of this exciting event! However, we can only continue to do so with significant financial, sponsor, marketing, vendor, participant and community support.
"Wow ... Look At These 2013 Participants!"
Jackson State University's Sonic Boom Of The South and Tennessee State University's Aristocrat Of Bands PLUS ...
A & L Precious Pearl, Allstate, Aspire Public Schools/Hanley Elementary School, Baptist Women's Hospital, Bellevue Middle School, Bold Brothers, Booker T. Washington High School Band, Break It Down, Camaro Kings, Carver High School Alumni Association, Cash Now, Charging Angelz Car Club, Chattanooga Howard Marching Band, Cheyenne Johnson, City Council, Community Dance and Cheer, Congressman Steve Cohen, Coors Truck, Cowborettes, Cowboys Stars Of Memphis, Craigmont High School Band, Dancing Dolls Of Memphis, Deidre Malone, Delta Sigma Theta, Diehard Cowboys Fan Club Of Memphis, Divas Of Distinction/Dynasty Dance Company, Divas Of Olive Branch (Olive Branch, MS), Douglass High School Alumni Association, Dramatic Impressions Dance Team, Dynamic Diamond Dollz, Elaine Better Days Bouncers And Water Slides, Elite Firettes Majorettes, Fabulous Cats Of Fayette Ware High School, Fayette Ware High School Marching Band (Sommerville, TN), FedEx, Financial One LLC/Cash Now, Fire Truck, Firestone Dental Group, PLLC, Full Force Dance Team/Binghampton Community Life Center, Girl Scout Troop 13137, Grand Chapter OES, Green Machine, Hamilton High School Alumni Association, Henri Brooks, Jackson State University/Royal Court, Jazzy Jewels Majorettes, Judge Sugarmon/Randy Wade, Kenneth Whalum, Kirby High School Band, Kirby Middle School Band, Kool Kidz Sno Konez, Magnolia Precision Team (Jackson, MS), Manassas High School Alumni Association, Manassas High School Band, Marching Star Steppers, Mayor A.C. Wharton, Mayor Mark Luttrell, Melrose High School Alumni Association , Melrose High School Class Of 1963, Melrose High School Band, Memphis Bulldogs, Memphis - Dallas Cowboys Fan Club, Memphis NAACP Youth Council, Memphis Youth In Action, Michigan City Soul Steppers Drill Team (Michigan City, IN), Mid-South Kwanzaa, Inc, Mid-Town Divas, Millenium Madness Fancy Drill Team, Mini Allstars Majorettes, Ministerial Alliance, Miss Black Memphis, Modern Mason and Order of Eastern Star, Moolah Temple 54, Morgan Lake High School Band (Chicago, IL), Northside High School Alumni Association, Orange Mound Funeral Home, Orange Mound Raiders Youth Sports And Mentoring Program, Panola County High Steppers (Batesville, MS), Power Center Academy, Praise And Fellowship Church Ministries, Prancing Tigerettes, Raumesh Akbari, Rhythm And Grace Dance Studio, Rochelle Stevens, Rolling Wheels Of Memphis Skate Group, Royal Ice Jewels And Gems Majorette And Cheer Group, Sassie Seniors Of Memphis, Sheriff Bill Oldham, Southern Hospitality Inc, Sparkiling Diamondettes, STAR Academy, Steeler Nation Fan Club Of Memphis, Strawberry Shortcakes, Talladega College (Talladega, AL), TMH DANZ, TSU/Royal Court, United States Marine Corps, Westwood High School Alumni Association, Whitehaven Kiwanis Club, Whitestation High School Dance Team, Zeta Phi Beta
Thank You To All 2013 Parade Participants And The 40,000+ Attendees At This Exciting Event!
We'll See You Next Year ... Saturday - September 13, 2014 | 10:00 A.M.
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The Orange Mound Parade Committee sincerely appreciates ALL donations/contributions - large and small! Please consider supporting our efforts with a TAX-DEDUCTIBLE donation! Thank You!
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Orange Mound Parade Committee
P.O. Box 111292 | Memphis, TN 38111 Contact: Claudette Boyd Tel: 901/413-7109 | Fax: 901/789-1905 E-Mail: Boyd02@bellsouth.net or OMParade@gmail.com |
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