It's time to play ball for the 25th year in a row.
Be sure to head over to the O'Keefe Center to catch the beginning of the festivities at 10:45 a.m. Then, after the parade, head on over and join all the little leaguers for a celebration at at 11:30 a.m., where those integral to the development of the program will be honored.
"Nothing speaks like the crack of the bat and cheering crowds," Councilor-at-Large Steven Pinto said Thursday, acknowledging the 25th anniversary of Salem Little League. "What began as 20 teams of minor and major baseball teams…[now has] over 600 players."
"There's nothing better in Salem than watching a Little League game in Forest River Park," Ward 5 Councilor John Ronan added.
Salem Little League organizers were recognized Thursday at the City Council meeting, and the celebration continues today.
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We'll be covering Little League throughout the season.
If you would like to connect with us to send photos and scores from your child's team, please contact Editor Aubry Bracco at aubry@patch.com. We'll be snapping shots, sharing scores and posting schedules all season.
Join us to cover Salem's favorite pastime. Play ball!
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