As most of you know by now, the D.C. St. Patrick's Day Parade has been cancelled this year due to cost restraints.  You will still be able to see the Band marching in other parades throughout the area.  Here is what we have planned for now....

March 2nd
Alexandria St. Patrick's Day Parade-King Street, Old Town Alexandria @ 12:30PM

March 10th
Annapolis St. Patrick's Day Parade-Downtown Annapolis @ 1:00 PM

March 17th
TBA




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The Band has an exciting new fundraiser that gives you a chance to win throughout the entire month of March.  
Our fundraiser is based off of the DC Pick 3 nightly lottery drawing.  
For a $20 donation you get 2 chances to win every night.
​ Match your numbers to the drawing and you win!  
Drawings are held Monday-Friday.  

Contact your favorite Band Member for tickets.

Also, stay tuned for more info on a "Night with the Band" coming up...

The Band wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year!
See you in 2019.




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Battalion Chief Henry Welsh
retired on December 7 after 33 years of service to the DCFD.  
Chief Welsh is a founding member of the Band and as Pipe Major was the driving force in organizing the Band, getting guys to practice, and sounding good.
Congratulations on your retirement Henry!!
See you at practice.




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The Band is saddened by the passing of active Lt. Stephen Acton.  
​Steve was active in the Emerald Society as a Life Member.  He has also served in the Band as a member of the Honor Guard.  Steve, you will be missed.  




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Here are some pictures of The Band marching in the Capitals Championship Parade.  Thanks again to the Capitals and their owner Ted Leonsis.
​ We had a great time!




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Congratulations to the Stanley Cup Champion Washington Capitals!  
Thanks for making us part of the celebration.  Pipe Major Jim Mazzara also got a little personal time with The Cup!  See everyone out on the parade route!




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