Eye on MI | Pumpkins and roses

Mercer Island dad Dave Eckert carved this pumpkin in honor of the Mercer Island High School marching band’s trip to play and march in the 2012 Rose Parade this winter. After performing last year on New Year’s Day in London, England, the group will head to Pasadena for the New Year’s event. - Contributed Photo
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Mercer Island dad Dave Eckert carved this pumpkin in honor of the Mercer Island High School marching band’s trip to play and march in the 2012 Rose Parade this winter. After performing last year on New Year’s Day in London, England, the group will head to Pasadena for the New Year’s event.

November 1, 2011 · 3:43 PM

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Mercer Island dad Dave Eckert carved this pumpkin in honor of the Mercer Island High School marching band’s trip to play and march in the 2012 Rose Parade this winter. After performing last year on New Year’s Day in London, England, the group will head to Pasadena for the New Year’s event.

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