Greetings from the Commerce Chamber of Commerce,

The Commerce 20th Annual Bois d’Arc Bash is scheduled for September 23, 24, and 25.  The Bash Executive Committee hopes you are making plans to attend the Bash and participate in the Bash Parade again this year that will be held on September 24 at 10:00 a.m.

Rules for Participation:

1. No candy can be thrown during the parade.
2. Riders must be 18 or have a parent present during line-up.  No racing or wheelies  allowed during the parade.
3. To be judged you should plan on pausing, no more than 2 minutes, in front of the judges.  They will be located on Washington street.
4. Remember the theme – Bois d’Arc – you will be judged on how well you follow the theme with your entry.
5. Have fun!

Please return the registration form completed by September 20, 2005 to the Chamber Office at 1114 Main or mailed to P. O. Box 290, Commerce, TX 75429 or faxed to 903 886-8012.  Please review the enclosed map about lineup which was changed last year.  Line up begins at 9:00 a.m. at the south end of Park Street on Aldridge.

We look forward to a wonderful BASH and Bash Parade.  Everyone loves a parade!!

Sincerely,

Bois d’Arc Bash Executive Committee.