To celebrate Ernestina’s connection to the Cape Verdean community in New Bedford, Schooner Ernestina and volunteers are invited to march in the Cape Verdean Recognition Day Parade on Sunday, July 5th at 10 AM. The parade will kick off  at the top of Union Street at Buttonwood Park in New Bedford.  The Ernestina delegation will be marching behind the National Park.  Leah Jefferies, Visitor Services Supervisor, will be setting up a table at the end of the parade with photos and tee-shirts.  The t-shirts will feature a  new colorful design by Jorge Fonseca. “Ernestina: Mundo do Cabo Verde” will be available at the beginning and end of the parade for a donation of $20.