(Chittenango, NY – April 2013) The 35th annual Oz-Stravaganza themed “The Patchwork of Oz” will take place in Chittenango May 31 through June 2. The three-day event offers a wide variety of events and guests, with the grand Oz parade kicking off at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 1, in downtown Chittenango.
The annual event held to pay tribute to native son L. Frank Baum, author of the Oz book series will honor Flowerpot and Sleepyhead Munchkin Margaret Pellegrini with the title of Grand Marshal.
Applications and information for participation in the Oz parade is available by contacting Jim Raulli at 315.687.3471. Anyone interested in a vendor booth at the festival should contact Lynne Bunce at 315.530.3319. Sponsorship for a variety of special Oz guests and events are available. Festival updates are posted often at www.oz-stravaganza.com.