Coney Island's 38th Annual Mermaid Parade Goes Virtual, Raises Money For Local Charities
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NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) -- The pandemic delayed but didn't stop the 38th annual Mermaid Parade on Coney Island.
The event, normally held in June, was held Saturday, but only virtually.
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Fans went online to view the parade as marchers, musical groups and other participants performed from remote locations.
Some were live, others were pre-recorded.
Organizers also dubbed the event a "Tail-A-Thon," instead of a telethon, and used it to raise money for several local charities.
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