Although I guess it really doesn't count since it was Berkeley and just a minor part of the hijinks:
Dancing lobsters, singing sea bass, naked people and grandmothers for peace—Bezerkeley came out in full force yesterday during the annual parade showcasing the city's zaniness.Snort.
About 10,000 people participated in the "How Berkeley Can You Be?" Parade and Festival, marching along California Street and University Avenue, and around Shattuck Avenue and Center Street to see their favorite cultural, ethnic and political groups.
With the smell of marijuana smoke in the air, spectators from around the country sported tie-dye T-shirts, listened to Hari Krishna music and partook in the fruit-flavored hooka tobacco located on mobile couches.
"It's kinda trippy," said an Oakland resident who declined to give his name.
As the parade passed by, parents shielded their children's eyes as the X-Plicit Players strutted by, fully naked.
A group of women representing the Pagan Lounge Ensemble, clad in leather miniskirts, fish-net stockings and sheer blouses, chanted "make martinis, not war" while playing stringed instruments.
Meanwhile, members of People for Ethical Treatment of Mosquitos (PET'M) squirted onlookers with water imitating insect repellent.
"I love the political commentary," said Bea Weicker, parade supporter of five years. "It's sophisticated."
Sorry, no photos. Probably just as well.
