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COMMUNITY Thursday, June 13, 2019 East Oregonian Wiener Dog Race revs up downtown fun Event supports children’s museum COMMUNITY BRIEFS White Eagle Grange resumes monthly breakfasts PENDLETON — The public is invited to bring their dads and granddads to an all-you-can- eat breakfast during Father’s Day weekend at the White Eagle Grange Hall. The meal will be served Saturday from 7-10 a.m. The grange hall is at 43828 White Eagle Road, located off Highway 395 between Pend- leton and Pilot Rock. People are encouraged to bring some extra cash for a baked goods sale. The extensive menu includes pancakes, French toast, ham, sausage links, hash browns, eggs (any style), ham and cheese omelet, ham scramble, bis- cuits and sausage gravy, and coffee and juice. The suggested donation is $7 for ages 8 and up, $4 for ages 5-7 and free for those 4 and younger. Proceeds from the event will benefit the White Eagle Grange Youth Fund and Umatilla/Mor- row Pomona (County) Grange. Other upcoming breakfasts are July 27 and Aug. 17. For more information, contact Gail Wilson at 541-310-9655 or gail11wilson@gmail.com. By TAMMY MALGESINI East Oregonian PENDLETON — It’s time to gear up for some fast-paced action as dashing dachshunds take to the pavement during the annual Wiener Dog Race. In its 13th year, the event raises money for the Chil- dren’s Museum of Eastern Oregon. When Joanna Engle came on board as the direc- tor of the museum a couple of years ago, she didn’t have any experience with wiener dog races. “I have done many fund- raisers but never something like this,” she said. “When I first saw it in action I was taken away. It’s really a lot of fun.” The Wiener Dog Race is Friday, June 21 with activities beginning at 4:30 p.m. in the 400 block of Pendleton’s Main Street. The event tunes up with family fun, including a bounce house, a silent auction, an all-breed costume contest (no entry fee) and live enter- tainment by Mo Phillips & the Thunder Bubbles (4:45 p.m. and 6 p.m.). In addition, Engle said Altrusa International of Pendleton is hosting a chil- dren’s game for a chance to win prizes. A beer garden also will be available. Wiener dog owners can reg- ister their pooches in advance A7 EO File Photo Violet escapes the grasp of her owner Olivia Carver during the 2018 Wiener Dog Race. A fundraiser for the Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon, this year’s event is June 21 in downtown Pendleton. Garden club rakes in summer fun for $20. Race day entries are $25. Eligible dogs must be at least 50% dachshund. The race activity heats up at 5:30 p.m. Top dogs will receive bragging rights, tro- phies and gift cards from local businesses. The top full- breed dachshund will qualify for the Northwest Champion- ship Wiener Dog Race. The televised event is held during the Mt. Angel Oktoberfest in September. Engle encourages people to come down and hang out for the evening on Pendleton’s Main Street. The Wiener Dog PENDLETON — The annual picnic of the Dirt Dabblers Garden Club is Monday, June 17. The group, which shares a passion for gar- dening, invites others who enjoy digging in the dirt to join them. The cost is $5. Also, people are reminded to bring sunscreen. Those wanting to carpool are invited to meet Monday at noon (for a 12:15 p.m. departure) at the Vert Auditorium, 345 S.W. Fourth St., Pendleton. The picnic will be held at Beth Hegge’s home, 69538 Emigrant Road, Pendleton. To get there, Take Exit 228 toward Deadman Pass off of Inter- state 84 — turn left and follow the road for a short drive with the house on the right. For more about the picnic or garden club activ- ities, contact Sue Stefancik at slafleur53@aol. com or 541-443-2334. Race takes place during Pend- leton’s Farmers Market, which runs from 4 p.m. until dusk in the 300 block of Main Street. And, downtown entertain- ment continues at 7 p.m. with a kickoff concert for the Main Street Block Party Series. It features a beer garden, food and music. “People can pick up some strawberries, cookies or bread and make an evening of it,” Engle said. “It’s a fam- ily-friendly event everyone enjoys and has a good time.” The Children’s Museum of Eastern Oregon began in 1996 with a goal of providing kids of all ages with opportu- nities for educational explora- tion and development through interactive exhibits and play. It’s open Tuesday through Sat- urday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 400 S. Main St., Pendleton. For entry forms or to inquire about sponsorship opportuni- ties, call 541-276-1066, stop by the children’s museum or visit www.cmeo.org. ——— Contact Community Edi- tor Tammy Malgesini at tmal- gesini@eastoregonian.com or 541-564-4539 Black Acre Farm digs in with pit barbecue COMING EVENTS age 4. (541-481-2665) YARN CLUB, 5:30 p.m., Hermis- ton Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. (541-567-2882) THE ARC UMATILLA COUNTY BINGO, 6-10 p.m., The Arc Building, 215 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. Doors open at 6 p.m., seats may be held until 6:30 p.m., then all seats first come, first served; games begin at 7 p.m. Proceeds benefit Uma- tilla County citizens with devel- opmental disabilities. 18 years or older, must have proof of age and photo I.D. Basic pot $20, prizes range from $20-$750. (541-567-7615) FIDDLER’S NIGHT, 6:30- 8:30 p.m., Avamere Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Enjoy light refresh- ments, listen to some favorite oldies or join in the jam ses- sion. All ages welcome. (Lori 541-567-3141) FRIDAY, JUNE 14 STUDENT PRINTMAKING EXHIBITION, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Crow’s Shadow Institute of the Arts, 48004 St. Andrews Road, Pendleton. Students from Nixy- aawii Community School will show the results of their print- making studies. Artwork avail- able for sale; proceeds go to the student artists. Gallery open 9-5 M-F, located next to St Andrews Mission. Free admission. (Nika Blasser 541-276-3954) TODDLER STORY TIME, 10:15- 11 a.m., Pendleton Public Library, 502 S.W. Dorion Ave., Pendleton. (541-966-0380) FREE FRIDAY LUNCH, 12 p.m., Echo Community Church, 21 N. Bonanza St., Echo. Everyone welcome. HERMISTON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Harkenrider Center, 255 N.E. Second St., Hermiston. Cost is $4 for adults, free for children 10 and under, $4 for Meals on Wheels. Extra 50 cents for utensils/dishes. Bus service available by donation. (541-567-3582) Come Check Out What’s New! 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(Nika Blasser 541-276-3954) PENDLETON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12-1 p.m., Pendle- ton Senior Center, 510 S.W. 10th St., Pendleton. Costs $3.50 or $6 for those under 60. Pool, puzzles, crafts, snacks, Second Time Around thrift store 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For Meals On Wheels, call 541-276-1926. (Tori Bowman 541-276-5073) BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St., Boardman. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and over or $5 for adults. (541-481-3257) HERMISTON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Harkenrider Center, 255 N.E. Second St., Hermiston. Cost is $4 for adults, free for children 10 and under, $4 for Meals on Wheels. Extra 50 cents for utensils/dishes. Bus service available by donation. (541-567-3582) SENSORY STORY TIME, 12:30 p.m., Boardman Public Library, 200 S. Main St., Board- man. For children from birth to LEXINGTON — A Southern-style pit barbe- cue and live entertainment is featured during an event at Black Acre Farm, near Lexington. 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