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The Oriental Dragon writhed its way down the Hodges Street waterfront on New Years’ Eve.

The Dragon Run was more of a crawl as it worked its way back down Hodges Street.Photo Credit: Per Erichsen

The dragon’s was not the only breath visible in the cold night air. Temps were near freezing, but still, several hundred people braved the chill to touch the dragon for good luck.

Leading the way, Mike Vardy with cymbals. Many others joined in the noisy greeting.

In the long-standing town tradition, some people rang the old year out, literally. They clanged bells, cymbals, drums and whatever they could find in the kitchen to urge the dragon along.

One spoon at a time.

Spirited spoon player.

Pie plate and whistle.

“The dragon is coming. The dragon is coming.” Some Revereware gets a workout.

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The going was slow through the crowd.

Double-strength kitchen utensils. These are the John Deere brand.

Another big spoon in action.

A more subtle approach to the cacaphony: the Modelo beer can shaker. .

Close up view of dragon’s dental work.

Close up view of dragon’s dental work, left side.

Posted Friday January 2, 2009 by Melinda Penkava