SEBAGO – Despite sweltering temperatures, hundreds of people turned out for last weekend’s 35th Annual Sebago Days held at Sebago Elementary School. ??

“Friday night was too hot and the crowd was smaller than usual,” said Sebago Days organizing committee member Bob Burns. “But we made up for it on Saturday; we had a great turnout.” ??

This year’s Sebago Days, held July 19 and 20, was dedicated to longtime committee member Robert “Bob” Greene who passed away during the winter. His wife, Lin Greene, served as the parade’s grand marshal in honor of her husband.

The parade also included appearances by the Kora Temple Shrine’s mini-trucks, the Maine Army National Guard, Boy Scout Troop 149, and several antique cars and emergency vehicles. ??

“The parade was larger than ever this year,” said Burns. “There were some nice floats to see.” ??

Eventgoers were also treated to talent shows, numerous food vendors, a Civil War re-enactment from Company A, 3rd Maine Regiment Volunteer Infantry, performances by local bands, a kids Fun Run, laser tag and of course fireworks.??

“This year was the largest fireworks display we ever had,” said Burns. “It was a great show!” ??

The kid’s fun run was also a success, even with high temperatures. ??

“We did get some quick cloud-cover,” said Fun Run organizer Jeff Cutting. “I think that took the edge off the humidity for the run.”

??Although no totals have been reached, the committee believes this year’s festivities were a success. ??

“This year went over good,” said Burns. “It was a large crowd and everyone seemed to be having a great time. But now that we’ve cleaned up, it’s time to look ahead and start planning next year’s event.”

The grand marshal of this year’s parade was Lin Greene, wife of Robert Green who passed away this winter. Robert Greene was a well-known and dedicated member of the Sebago Days organizing committee. Lin Green is in the passenger seat of Big Red, which is owned by Gorham-based Shaw Bros. Construction.Students of Wanda Plummer’s Dance School throw candy from their float, entitled “Welcome to the Jungle,” at the Sebago Days parade Saturday.A member of the Church of the Nazarene in Sebago sings hymns during the Sebago Days parade on Saturday. This year marked the 35th anniversary of the event.The always popular Kora Shriners’ mini-cars and trucks make their way up Route 114 Saturday during the Sebago Days parade.Jiffy Kelly Young, a representative from the Sebago Historical Society, was this year’s Sebago Days Parade Queen.