In 2020, the Grinch slunk off Long Beach Island with the Ship Bottom Christmas Parade firmly in the large red sack flung over his shoulder. The last-minute thievery, due to pandemic restrictions in place at the time, altered plans for throngs of families and friends whose holiday traditions include a trip to the seaside community transformed for the festivities.
Well, the 42nd annual event is back for 2021! It is slated to begin at 1 p.m. on Dec. 4 with the theme of “Comfort and Joyful Christmas” to unite attendees in the feel-good holiday celebration.
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