Before the parade passed by, VIPs gathered at Val’s and celebrated stepping out into the 11th Rumson St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Sunday.

The weather held out, save for a bit of a shower, and all was a resounding success.

Here’s a glimpse into what transpired among VIPs, courtesy of the parade committee. Who do you spy? We spied one former mayor of Fair Haven. See?

Take a look. Click on one photo to enlarge and scroll. Slainte!

— Photos/courtesy of the Rumson St. Patrick’s Day Parade P.R. committee

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