SMRA's First Annual Dog Parade

Good morning, neighbors.  As many of you know, we had a very successful and fun first-ever SMRA Dog Parade last weekend. Thanks to everyone who participated — dog owners, spectators and dogs!  We also want to send along our special appreciation to the kids celebrity judges. Here are the 2025 Parade winners.

Most Glamorous: Gavin (goldendoodle, age 4) —

Free & Shaneal (Ocean Ave)

Most Colorful:  Milo (goldendoodle, age 6) — The Wright Family (East 22nd St)

Coolest Tail:  Willow (great pyrenees/lab, age 2) — Linda & Steve (East 24th St)

Biggest Ears:  Wanda (beagle, age 6) — Margaret (East 23rd St)

Best Smile:  Bam Bam (beagle, age 8) — Jen, Pete & Hugo (Bedford Ave)

Best Trick:  Bosco (mutt, age 10) — Alexandra & Richard (East 23rd St)

Best in Parade:  Rosie (havapoo, age 8) — Jenn (East 24th St)

Talent Show

South Midwood enjoyed the singing, dancing and musical talents of the younger generation at the SMRA's first-ever Kids' Talent Show. It was so much fun that even the adults stepped up to the stage. Good times!