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Overcast skies did not slow down annual Hot Dog Day festivities. Alfred State, Alfred University, and the community enjoyed the latest rendition of the tradition started in 1972.
Overcast skies did not slow down annual Hot Dog Day festivities. Alfred State, Alfred University, and the community enjoyed the latest rendition of the tradition started in 1972.
Crowds gathered on Main Street to witness the annual parade. Big Blue and a variety of Alfred State clubs and organizations took part in the parade that led to downtown festivities. A variety of vendors lined Main Street and the parking lot behind the Collegiate.
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Rides, games, music, and food got underway at the Alfred State Carnival in the parking lot between the Student Leadership Center and the Townhouses. Attendees enjoyed music from the ASC Rock Band, tried their hand at a variety of carnival games, and were twisted up and down on a handful of rides.
The Hot Dog continued to be the star of the day. Multiple hot dog stations raised funds for local charities. Hot Dog Day charities included Alfred Box of Books Library, Alfred Montessori School, The ARC Allegany-Steuben, Alfred Station Fire Company Association, A.E. Crandall Hook & Ladder, Allegany County Mental Health Association, and the Allegany-Cattaraugus-Chautauqua Fund for Women.
