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PHOTOS: The West Indian Parade Carnival

The 44th annual parade was held today in Crown Heights and Prospect Heights.

Jamie Schuh, Neighbor
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Despite a few sprinkles, the 44th annual West Indian Day Parade and Carnival went on as planned, drawing thousands to Eastern Parkway and Grand Army Plaza.

Patch stopped by to snap a few shots of the parade, the food and the extravagant costumes. Did you take any great photos of the event today? Share them with us!

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