Eugene Celebration Parade - Sat, August 27th

Greetings Willamette Valley Greyhound Lovers!

The Eugene Celebration Parade is this coming Saturday morning, August 27th. Here is a copy of the staging area for this years parade and here is a link to the parade route. We are #18 so will be on the the west side of Amazon Parkway near Civic Stadium. Please note that this year the parade rout runs from 19th and High north to 11th , west to Pearl and south on Pearl and the aParkway to the Civic Center Parking lot where the parade will disperse. It looks like there will be parking in the South Eugene School parking lot.

The theme of the parade is Raise The Roof (the same as last year.. this year we are not formally wearing costumes).

We need to be ready to go by 9:30am as the parade starts at 10am.

Looking forward to seeing you all on Saturday...

Mary Lou, Jake and Elliot

If you have questions you can email me:
finiganm@comcast.net
or call
541-688-1406

Barks & Brew Fiesta - September 3 - Eugene, OR

By September, you might be thinking that the summer fun is winding down, but think again! There is still a chance for that one last hurrah before turning off the party lights for the season. Bring all your well-behaved dog friends (not just Greyhounds) to the 5th Street Public Market from 1-3 pm for the 1st Annual Barks & Brews Fiesta, an afternoon
of food, beer, canine games and contests, and a raffle. This festive event is a chance to raise money for Greyhound adoption efforts while enjoying good food, friends, and a little fun. All proceeds benefit Greyhound Pet Adoption Northwest.

Admission is $12, with delicious Mexican hors d’oeuvres provided by El Pato Cafe, and beer from Lagunitas Brewing Company. In honor of the football season opener, dress yourself and your dog in your best Duck Spirit outfit for the Costume Contest. Enter your dog in the Hotdog Bobbing contest, or come down to meet some adoptable retired racing Greyhounds.

For more information or to pre-register, call Curious Canine Boutique at 541-343-5394 or find us on Facebook. Pre-registration is recommended. Please spread the word to any friends you know who might like to come, so we can get a big turnout for this fun and festive fundraiser!

Kym Fleming

Greyt Happenings For Willamette Valley Greyhound Lovers - August, 2011 Issue

Here is the August, 2011 issue of "Greyt Happenings For Willamette Valley Greyhound Lovers." This may well be our biggest issue yet! Lots of cool pictures from the Eugene Greyhound Picnic!

Enjoy!

Happy Birthday Tom!

Tom is 12 years old today. Happy Birthday, bud!

7th Annual Eugene Greyhound Picnic - Sat, July 30th - Eugene

The 7th Annual Eugene Greyhound Picnic is Saturday, July 30th, 11AM to 3PM.. 1250 Irvington Dr. Parking is at the SonRise Christian Church, 1 block west. (there will be a sign) handicap parking in the driveway.

We are looking for tables, tents, silent auction items and raffle items.. if you have any of these items that you would be willing to share with us we would be so greytful.. and we will be needing extra tables.

Plan to come for a fun day of food, to mingle with other greyhound lovers, to purchase greyhound items, to bid on a silent auction, to enter a raffle, and to talk with the Dog Whisperer. Your retired companion can enjoy greyhound games, an off leash area, swimming pools, and cavorting with lots of greyhound friends. Jackie (from Portland) is bringing a van loaded with greyhound items to purchase. Bring muzzles (for the off leash area), a side dish to share with others, and a smile and enjoy a day full of laughter!

 Admission is $7 per adult, , and $5 for children ages 4 to 12. Children age 3 and under are free.

Please let me know if you can provide any of the above items.

Wags, sniffs and sloppy kisses,

Mary Lou

Any donations, equipment, or questions/ or RSVP please either email me or call me..
541-688-1406

Meet a Retired Racing Greyhound - July 16th - Eugene Petco

Have you ever wanted to be up close and personal with a greyhound? Well, here is your chance! Representatives from Greyhound Pet Adoption Northwest (and the greyhounds) will be at the Eugene Petco store across from Valley River Center this Saturday, July 16th, from 11 AM to 2 PM. Volunteers will answer your questions about greyhound adoption and introduce you to some wonderful dogs. Come meet these loving animals in person and learn why a retired racing greyhound makes a greyt pet!

July 4th Parade In Corvallis!

Thanks to all who participated! A GREYT time was had by all! Click here for the Corvallis Gazette-Times story about the parade and the GREYHOUNDS! When you get to the story, be sure to click on the "Image" tab for a cool photo of Stoker, Toby and Mac!