2010 Official Festival Events
91 Years of the Apple Blossom Festival
Dates: Ongoing year-round
Location: Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center 127 S. Mission
Time: Tues – Sat, 10am-4pm
Cost: Adults: $5.00, Seniors :$4.00, Children 6-12: $2.00; Children under 6 and Museum members: Free
Hosted by: Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center 888-6240
The Queen's Court, part of the museum's "Apple Capital of the World" exhibit, is adorned with photographs of Apple Blossom Festival Royalty from every year of the Festival...1920 through 2010. The exhibit as a whole celebrates the history of the apple industry in North Central Washington and its importance to the regional economy. The Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center is open year-round Tuesday through Saturday, 10am - 4pm.
Andrew York Rodeo Assn. – Rubber Ducky Raffle
Tickets: On Sale NOW; Chelan Co PUD, Wenatchee Honda, Pak-it-Rite, High Mountain Hunting Supply, Hooked on Toys
Event date: Friday, June 18 @ 7pm, Walla Walla Pt. Park
Cost: $5 (18 and over only)
Hosted by: Chelan Co. PUD
This event is held to benefit the Andrew York Lineman Memorial Fund which provides scholarships to high school seniors who have been active in the community, specifically in drug and alcohol prevention. 4,000 ducks will be launched into Walla Walla Point Park’s northwest inlet area at the wooden bridge. The dash course is approximately 1000 feet in length. Odds of winning are 1 in 400. 10 prizes including a 2009 Honda Ruckus Scooter courtesy of Wenatchee Honda, Overnight getaway at Campbell’s Resort on Lake Chelan, fly fishing trips, Seattle Mariners tickets, and much more.
Rocky Reach Hydro Project
Dates: Daily
Location: Visitor Center & Gallery-Hwy 97A (7 miles north of Wenatchee)
Time: 8:30am - 5:30pm
Cost: Free Admission
The Wenatchee Valley is blessed with natural resources including the Columbia River, which provides affordable and renewable hydroelectric power for the people who live here and for visitors. A day trip to the Rocky Reach Hydro Project is fun and informative. Self-guided tours of the powerhouse include historical exhibits in the Museum of the Columbia and displays that explain how the hydroelectric power is generated. There is also an opportunity to see the giant turbine-generators at work from a walkway high above the powerhouse floor. Colorful signs explain the PUD’s innovative fish bypass system which provides young salmon and steelhead a trip around the dam in a water-filled pipe nearly a mile long. Outdoors, there are 18 acres of landscaped grounds with shady spots for picnicking, sunny lawns and a children’s playground. The Rocky Reach Visitor Center is open daily, including weekends. For more information, call Debbie Gallaher at the Chelan County PUD at (509) 661-4960.
“River Scenes”; A Salute to the Pioneers of the Wenatchee Valley
Date: April 16 & 17
Times: 7:30pm; Matinee on the 17th at 2pm
Location: Performing Arts Center of Wenatchee
Tickets: $10 children/students; $20 adults
Hosted by: Ballet Theatre Northwest
“River Scenes” is a multi media production utilizing projections, narration, dance, music and several very fine works by Washington State poets. “River Scenes” depicts the History of the Wenatchee Valley and characterizes early Northwest history. For more information, contact Kristen Callison at (509) 662-5925 or kcallison@confluencefamilytherapy.com
JumpFest sponsored by the WV Sportsplex & Trinity Inflatables
Date: April 17 & 18
Times: Saturday 1-7pm; Sunday 1-5pm
Location: WV Sportsplex (the old ice arena) 2 Fifth St.
Tickets: Pre-Sale @ Sportsplex: $5 person/$15 family of 5
At the door: $6 person/$18 family of 5
Hosted by: WV Sportsplex & Trinity Inflatables
Contact: Tania Russell, (509) 888-5200 or Tania@wvsportsplex.com
This year The Sportsplex and TrinityInflatables.com join forces to bring to you JumpFest, an exciting fun-filled event for the young and young at heart. JumpFest will be a two-day warm up event to this year's Apple Blossom Festial. Don't miss this high energy, action packed day. There will be activities for all ages including the Adrenaline Rush, Tiger Belly Bounder, Rock Band on a 12 ft. inflatable screen, balloon art by Abigail the Clown (Sunday 2-5pm) and more. Concessions open during event hours. Saturday is broken up into 2-hour sessions: 1-3pm, 3-5pm, and 5-7pm.
“An Evening with Garth Stein”, North Central Regional Library
Date: Thursday, April 22
Location: NCRL Distribution Center, 16 N. Columbia St.
Time: 7 – 9pm
Tickets: FREE
Please join North Central Regional Library for “An Evening with Garth Stein”, author of “The Art of Racing in the Rain”. This free presentation will be followed by a book signing. Books will be sold by A Book for All Seasons.
The Columbia Chorale presents “Songs from the Americas!”
Date: Thursday, April 22
Location: Wenatchee High School Auditorium
Time: 7:30pm – Doors open at 7pm
Tickets: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $8 Students
The Columbia Chorale presents music from the North and South American continents in this concert including songs from Canada, Mexico, South America and, of course, the United States. A guest Mariachi group from the Wenatchee are will be on hand to perform. Don't miss this final concert of the Chorale's 2009-2010 season! Ticket Outlets: Avalon Music, Doane’s Pharmacy in Cashmere, Eastmont Pharmacy & at the door. Contact Mike Hibbett, (509) 663-5256 or mthibbs@juno.com for questions.
Memorial Park Food Fair
Dates: April 22-May 2
Location: Memorial Park @ Orondo & Chelan
Time: Daily 11am
A delicious part of the Apple Blossom Festival is the Washington State Apple Blossom Festival Food Fair in Memorial Park. Sample tasty funnel cakes, hearty barbecue, various ethnic cuisine, elephant ears, pizza, crepes, Philly steak sandwiches and much, much more! From lunch through dinner, many tasty treats satisfy the appetite and make meal plans during the Festival a snap! There will be entertainment during the lunch and dinner hours, making the Food Fair in Memorial Park the place to be!! Contact the Apple Blossom Festival Office for more information visit www.appleblossom.org or call (509) 662-3616.
Verizon Wireless Entertainment at Memorial Park
Dates: April 22-May 2
Location: Memorial Park @ Orondo & Chelan
Time: During lunch & dinner hours & all day on weekends - FREE
See Entertainment Schedule. Contact the Apple Blossom Festival Office for more information at (509) 662-3616 or visit www.appleblossom.org.
“Tom Sawyer”
Dates: April 23-24
Location: Performing Arts Center, 123 N. Wenatchee Ave.
Time: 7:30pm
Hosted by: Orchard & Pioneer Middle Schools
The GEAR UP/21st CCLC students of Orchard & Pioneer Middle Schools present “Tom Sawyer; A Play in Four Acts”, by Tom Kester. A play founded on the story of the same name by Samuel L. Clemens. For more information, contact Nancy Zahn at (509) 662-7745 or zahn.n@mail.wsd.wednet.edu.
Ride the Miniature Train
Date: Sat. & Sun, April 24 & 25 and May 1 & 2
Location: Wenatchee Riverfront Park, 155 Worthen St.
Time: 1-5pm
Cost: $3 adults/$2 children
Wenatchee Riverfront Railway & Navigation Association, an affiliate of the Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center, info@wvmcc.org or (509) 888-6240.
Take a special run on the miniature railway through scenic Riverfront Park. The course winds through a layout of bridges, trestles and rails as it takes the whole family for a fun ride. Get your tickets at the park.
Funtastic Shows Carnival
Dates: April 23-May 2 * P.O.P Nights: April 26-29
Location: River Front Park, foot of 5th Street on the Columbia River
Time: Grand Opening - 4/23 @5:30pm Weekdays: Opens @ 5pm - Weekends: Opens @ 12pm
Cost: Free Admission - No Gate Fees
Come and experience the thrill and excitement of the Funtastic Shows Carnival. There is a wide array of rides and games for all age groups. For more information, contact the Apple Blossom Festival Office at 662-3616 or www.appleblossom.org
11th Annual NCW Prospectors Gold & Treasure Show
Dates: April 24-25
Location: Chelan County Fairgrounds, Cashmere
Time: Sat. 9am–5pm; Sun. 9am-4pm
Cost: Adults - $3, Kids under 12 – Free
At this year’s 11th Annual Gold Show you will find Gold and Silver Jewelry, metal detectors, dredge equipment, sluice boxes, rock hound and prospecting supplies, local artists, plus other vendors, clubs and door and raffle prizes. You can learn to pan for gold and see a demonstration on how a gold dredge operates and be eligible for a Gold Sample drawing each hour. Door prizes and raffles too. For more information, contact Carl Pederson at (509) 884-6940 or repete7@verizon.net
Apple Blossom Corvette Car Rally & Burgerville Cruise
Date: Saturday, April 24
Time: 9am- 10am – Registration; Cruise starts at 11am
Location: Dusty’s In-N-Out
Cost: Free – no participant fees
Register on Saturday, April 24 between 9am – 10am at Dusty’s In-N-Out for a great afternoon with awards for all classes. Sponsored by Dusty’s In-N-Out, EZ’s Deluxe Burger, Cascade Auto Center, Rusty’s Drive In, Studebakers Restaurant, Inside Design Carpet One, NAPA Auto Parts – Wenatchee, Eagle Vinyl Fence, Commercial Printing, Haglund’s Trophies, Sunny FM/KCSY Radio, Holland Machine Inc., Tom, Dick & Harry’s Drive In. For more information, call Corvette Rally Directors John Kalahar at (509)665-9505/(509)393-1776 or Bill Lange at (509) 860-3601.
The Keyes Fibre Youth Parade
Date: Saturday, April 24
Staging Area: Triangle Park - Cherry & Orondo
Parade Route: Orondo & Mission Street
Time: 11am
Deadline: March 12th
The Festival’s Youth Parade is one of the only parades in the state to feature so many of Washington’s youngsters. Over 4,500 children ages 14 and under (and some who are just young at heart) participate in this celebration! Imagination is the key ingredient to the many fanciful floats, costumes, preschool groups, and other entries, which delight over 50,000 spectators along the route. So come out and watch for your favorite entry to cheer on at The Keyes Fibre 2010 Youth Parade! Visit www.appleblossom.org for more information.
“A Night of Broadway” with Next Step Dance Studio
Date: Saturday, April 24
Time: 2pm & 7:30pm
Location: WHS Auditorium
Tickets: Available at the studio (108 First St.) or at the door. $10 adults/$8 students 12 & under and seniors
Let the students and staff of the Next Step Dance Studio entertain you with their singing, dancing and acting talents, as they perform various numbers from some of the most famous musicals ever to hit Broadway! It’s a show you definitely do not want to miss! Featuring hits from ANNIE, HAIRSPRAY, ANYTHING GOES, GREASE, CHICAGO, and much more! www.nextstepdance08.com
Pepsi-Cola Youth Day, sponsored by Weinstein Beverage
Date: Sunday, April 25
Location: Memorial Park @ Orondo & Chelan
Time: 11am - 4pm - FREE
Youth Day 2010 will be one of the highlights of this year’s Washington State Apple Blossom Festival. Sponsored by Pepsi-Cola, Youth Day will have performances by local youth talent. The Royalty for Festival 2010 will also be on hand. Face painting, rubber-stamping, and displays by many of our local youth-oriented programs and organizations will provide a variety of hands-on activities for youth of all ages. Visit www.appleblossom.org for more info.
Art 4 Kidz sponsored by Bank of America & Costco
Date: Sunday, April 25
Location: Memorial Park @ Orondo & Chelan
Time: 11am - 4pm; Awards at 3:30 pm
What a great way to showcase the best youth artistic talent in the Wenatchee Valley! Sponsored by Bank of America and Costco, Art 4 Kidz is an opportunity for youth, grades Pre-Kindergarten to 12th, to enter their artwork in any of four categories. All entries will be displayed at the Pepsi-Cola Youth Day festivities in Memorial Park. Awards will be presented by representatives from Bank of America and Costco, the 2010 Apple Blossom Festival Royalty and Junior Royalty and Youth Day Committee. Contact the Apple Blossom Festival Office for more information at (509) 662-3616 or www.appleblossom.org
**All entries are due on April 17 - 10am-1pm @ the Festival Office, 2 South Chelan, upstairs.**
Bocce Ball Recreational Tournament
Date: Sunday, April 25th
Location: Walla Walla Point Park Shelter # 1 (across from Town Toyota Center)
Time: 11am – 4pm
Cost: Free to watch/$10 per team
Hosted by: Sons of Italy Lodge 2797
Contact: Mike Andler (509) 884-2697 andler4mike@aol.com
Everyone is welcome – especially beginners! Spectators are Free, $10 per team entry (2 people) for participants. Prizes will be awarded. Mixed team play for adults 16 years of age and older. Registration at 11am. Enjoy a fun game!! 884-2697 or andler4mike@aol.com
Motorcycle Extravangza
Date: Sunday, April 25th
Location: RiverWest Retirement, 900 N. Western, Wenatchee
Time: 1-3 pm
Cost: Free event
Hosted by: RiverWest Retirement Community
Contact: Jeril Hansen, (509) 662-2797
Come by and celebrate 6 years of fun and fantasy. Shine up your “hog” or any favorite motorcycle and ride it on down to the best show in Wenatchee. No entry fees or pre-registration required. We’re open to all classes – new, old, tricked out or just plain fun!! And, everyone is invited to vote for the Best In Show Award. FREE – OPEN TO PUBLIC.
Apple Blossom Musical, “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”
Dates: April 29-May 1, May 6-8, 13-15 & 20-22; 8:00pm,
May 8,15, 22 @ 2pm
Location: Riverside Playhouse (233 N. Wenatchee Ave.)
Tickets: Available at the Performing Arts Center M-F 12:30 –5:30
www.pacwen.org
Contact: Music Theater of Wenatchee/Directed by Kelly Atwood (509) 663-ARTSor www.mtow.org
This 2006 Tony Award Winning Musical is a hilarious tale of overachievers’ angst chronicling the experience of six adolescent, quirky yet charming, outsiders vying for the spelling championship of a lifetime. Featuring: Ashley Armstrong, Paul Atwood, Mark Wavra, Marlon Browne, Matt Cadman, Maren Cagle, Brian Higgins, Trish Kimbell & Kelly Atwood.
All-Service Club Luncheon
Date: Thursday, April 29
Location: Wenatchee Convention Center
Time: Doors open @ 11:30am * Program begins @ 12pm
Hosted by: Wenatchee Kiwanis
Speaker: TBA. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. For more information, contact the Apple Blossom Festival Office at (509) 662-3616 or visit www.appleblossom.org
National Day of Prayer Service
Date: Thursday, April 29th
Location: Verizon Wireless Entertainment Stage @ Memorial Park
Time: 5pm– 7:30pm
Cost: Free Event
Hosted by: Serve Wenatchee Valley
Contact: Bob Shepard, (509) 663-4673
Participants from several area churches and community service organizations lead us in remembering our national heritage of prayer, and our need for the present and the future. Serve Wenatchee Valley is a local, non-profit organization that partners with many local organizations, as well as over 30 local churches. For more information, contact Bob Shepard, (509) 663-4673.
Apple Blossom Golf Tournament
Date: Friday, April 30
Location: Highlander Golf Course
Time: 8am Registration/9:30am Tee Time
Cost: $120 per golfer (cart included)
Entry deadline: March 10th
More fun is in store this year at the Apple Blossom Festival Golf Tournament. Awards, raffles and more. There will be a Hole-in-One Contest for a 2010 vehicle from Sangster Motors. Contact the Festival Office for more information at (509) 662-3616 or www.appleblossom.org
Les Schwab Classy Chassis Parade & Car Show
Date: Parade, April 30; Car Show, May 1
Location: Parade: Corner of Grant Road & Georgia St. (E. Wenatchee)
Car Show: Eastmont Community Park
Time: Parade 6:30pm; Car Show 10am-5pm
Cost: Free to watch; $25 for Participants; $75 for Commercial Participants
We hope you’ll join us for the 25th Anniversary Celebration of Classy
Chassis. Sponsored by Les Schwab, the 6:30pm parade has become an Apple Blossom weekend family favorite, so you’ll want to grab your seat on the parade route early. Check-in for the Saturday Car Show will begin at 10am. In addition to good food and great music, you won’t want to miss the “Slow Drags” at 11am, the Apple Bin Races at 2pm or the Awards Ceremony at 4pm. Pre-registration for participants is strongly encouraged and appreciated, but on-site registration will be allowed. Registration forms will be accepted at the Events Office through 5pm on Wednesday, April 28 and at Eastmont Community Park (corner of Third and Georgia Streets) on Friday, April 30, beginning at 2pm. To register, or for more information, call the East Wenatchee Events Board at (509) 886-6108 or visit website www.east-wenatchee.com/classychassis
Wal-Mart 36th Annual Arts & Crafts Fair
Dates: April 30 – May 2
Location: Memorial Park @ Orondo & Chelan
Time: Friday & Sat. 10am-7pm; Sunday 11am-5pm
Wander through Memorial Park and join over 100 talented artists, musicians, and crafters from throughout the Northwest at the 36th Annual Wal-Mart Juried Arts & Crafts Fair. Exquisite artworks and practical objects are available for sale at the Arts & Crafts Fair. Browse through the park and find a special treasure, a cherished toy, or a great-looking dress, shirt, or jacket. Festival volunteers will be on hand during the three-day fair to answer your questions and display this year’s Festival souvenirs, including T-shirts, sweatshirts, youth apparel, hats, jewelry, booster pins, art prints, and much more! Visit www.appleblossom.org for more info.
35th Annual Apple Blossom Square Dance
Dates: April 30 – May 2
Location: Vale Elementary School; 101 Pioneer Ave., Cashmere
Time: Fri. 7pm-10:00pm; Sat. 10am-4pm & 7:00-10:00pm; Sun. 10am-Noon
Cost: Free to watch; Dancers $30 if registered by April 15.
The 35th Annual Apple Blossom Square Dance Weekend will transform Cashmere’s Vale Elementary School Gym into action April 30, and May 1-2. The Appleland Promenaders, one of the oldest clubs in the state, extend a hearty welcome to all “plus level” square dancers and spectators. Come enjoy the toe-tapping music and singing of the featured caller, Deborah Carroll-Jones from Arlington, TX. Deborah has been a fulltime caller since 1984. She has been a featured caller at many Square Dance Festivals nation-wide. Debbie Taylor, from Cle Elum, WA, will cue the round dancing. Debbie conducts workshops and has been featured at festivals and weekends. Visitors may enjoy the workshops Saturday morning and afternoon, as well as the colorful dances on Friday and Saturday evenings, plus a more casual dance on Sunday morning. The Appleland Promenaders dance regularly the first Friday and second and fourth Saturdays each month at the East Wenatchee Grange Hall. They sponsor classes for new square and round dancers. Guests and spectators are welcome at all events. For more information, contact Bob or Connie Mulholland at 509.881.4961.
Apple Blossom Safety Zones
Dates: April 30 – May 1
Location: Foreman/Arch Parking Lot; and along Wenatchee Ave.
Time: 6pm–2am
Cost: Free Admission
Enjoy a safe and fun environment the big weekend of Apple Blossom by visiting the Safety Zones along Wenatchee Ave. and at Centennial Park and the Foreman-Arch Law Firm Parking Lot. There will be music and free refreshments from 5pm to 1am both Friday and Saturday nights. For more information contact Bob Shepard with Serve Wenatchee Valley at (509) 663-4673.
Downtown Kiwanis 50th Annual Pancake Breakfast
Date: Saturday, May 1
Location: Triangle Park (Miller St. side)
Time: 6:30am - 10:30am
Tickets: All-you-can-eat, $5 in advance at the Apple Blossom Festival Office, online at www.appleblossom.org , Kiwanis Club members or $6 at the gate.
Contact: Tom Irvin (509) 662-0200
The Wenatchee Kiwanis Club invites you to their 50th Annual “ALL YOU CAN EAT” Pancake Breakfast. You will be served pancakes, eggs (with or without ham), juice, milk and coffee. The breakfast area is located at Triangle Park, which is close to the float staging area. **EACH TICKET IS AN ENTRY FOR A $500 GAS GIVEAWAY** (Need not be present to win). $.50 from all tickets purchased through the Apple Blossom Festival will be donated to the Royalty Scholarships. For more information, contact Tom Irvin at (509) 662-0200 or by e-mail at tdinml@yahoo.com
Apple Blossom Run
Date: Saturday, May 1
Location: Parade Route to Riverfront Park; staging @ Apple Bowl in Triangle Park
Time: Registration- 8am; Start time-9:50am
Tickets: Pre-registered - $12; Race Day - $15, Kids Race Free
Registration: Festival Office, BallardAmbulance, Wenatchee Valley Medical Center & online at www.wvmedical.com
The Apple Blossom Run starts prior to the Grand Parade on Saturday, May 1, at 9:50 am. Runners have a choice of four events: 1 Mile Kids Run for grades 1-8; 5K Run, 10K Run and 5K Walk. All events start at the Apple Bowl and follow the parade route down Orondo Street and Wenatchee Avenue. The 5K and 10K events cross the pedestrian bridge on First Street and continue north along the riverfront. The Kids Run finishes in front of the Convention Center on Wenatchee Ave. and the longer events finish at the Linden Tree area at the foot of 9th St. Race day registration starts at 8:00 am at the Apple Bowl. The Kids Run is free of charge. Registration for the 5K and 10K events is $12 if pre-registered and $15 on race day. All participants receive an Apple Blossom Run T-shirt. Runners can pre-register in person on Friday, April 30, 8 am-8 pm at Wenatchee Valley Medical Center, 820 N Chelan Ave. 2010 Apple Blossom Run sponsors are Wenatchee Valley Medical Center and Ballard Ambulance. Come join the fun! For more information, contact Nancy Gifford at Wenatchee Valley Medical Center – (509) 663-8711, ext. 5484.
ALCOA Prime Seating for Grand Parade
Date: Saturday May 1
Time: Gates open at 8:30am
Location: Triangle Park-Cherry St. & Orondo Ave.-outside of Recreation Park
The Prime Seating viewing area, just outside of Recreation Park, promises to be one of the best for watching the 91st Annual Stemilt Growers Grand Parade! But get there early; these seats will fill up fast! Purchase tickets/bracelets online at www.appleblossom.org or at the Festival Office (2 S. Chelan Ave.)
The Stemilt Growers Grand Parade
Date: Saturday, May 1
Staging Area: Triangle Park - Cherry & Orondo
Parade Route: Orondo, Wenatchee Ave., & Mission Street
Time: 11am
Cost: Free along parade route; except in Prime Seating area ($5)
The cannon sounds promptly at 11:00 am onSaturday, May 1 to announce the Stemilt Growers 91st Washington State Apple Blossom Festival Grand Parade. Leading off the parade is the traditional Apple Blossom Run, as well as the daredevil maneuvers of the Seattle Motorcycle Police Drill Team and Bag Pipers. Bands from throughout the Northwest join with the many colorful floats and proud-stepping equestrian units to make this one of Washington’s grandest parades. Dignitaries from many of Northwest Festivals, as well as local and state legislators join in to enjoy the Greater Wenatchee Valley at springtime. Visit www.appleblossom.org for more info and parade lineup.
Wenatchee Valley Antique Car Club Display
Date: Saturday, May 1
Location: Wenatchee Valley Museum & Cultural Center Parking Lot, 127 S. Mission St.
Time: 12:30pm
Most of the antique automobiles carrying dignitaries in the Grand Parade will be on display in the parking lot of the Museum right after the parade. Vintage cars including Model T’s from 1912-1927, Model A’s from 1929-1932, Willis Overlands and miscellaneous classic cars on up to ’55 Chevys and a ’56 Ford Fairlane hard top convertible may be seen, and their owners (members of a club that just celebrated it’s 50th anniversary) are always happy to talk about them.
“Rock on the Ave.” featuring Stripped, sponsored by Verizon Wireless
Date: Saturday, May 1
Location: Wenatchee Conventions Center; downstairs
Time: Doors open @ 8pm; Band starts @ 9pm
Cost: $5 wristbands
Purchase online at www.appleblossom.org or at the door
Enjoy live music from one of Seattle’s hottest dance bands…Stripped. Drink specials from 8-10pm, Miller Lite Beer Garden, and more. This 21 & over event is a great way to get together with friends and enjoy a night out during the Festival.
Apple Blossom Book Sale
Date: Saturday, May 1
Location: Wenatchee Public Library, 310 Douglas St.
Time: 9am-5pm
Something for everyone will be at this Friends of the Library book sale. Come check out all the great paper and hardback books as well as CD’s, DVD’S, Videos and books on Tape. Also available is a table of specially priced books to add to your collection. Please note that members of the Friends of the Wenatchee Library are invited to the pre-sale on Friday, April 30 from 6pm – 8pm and again on Saturday, May 1 from 8am – 9am. For more information, contact the Wenatchee Library at (509) 662-5021 or Friends of the Library at (509) 663-6715.
Apple Blossom Radio Control Airplane Fly-in
Date: May 1-2
Location: Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers Field, 5201 4th St NE E. Wenatchee
Time: 9am-4pm – Free Event
This annual event features aircraft of all shapes and sizes from the early days of aviation to modern day turbine powered aircraft and from electric & glo-fuel powered to the large gas & kerosene powered models. The aircraft include military, civilian, and historic aircraft throughout aviation history. Also featured will be a scale model of The Miss Veedol with commentary of her historic Trans-Pacific flight. Great family fun for the aviation enthusiasts at no cost to the public. Hosted by the Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers R/C Club. Contact Gene Stone, (509) 884-9153 or president@redappleflyers.org for more information.
Wenatchee Apple Blossom 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament
Date: May 1-2
Location: Walla Walla Point Park
Time: Saturday 8am-8pm
Kids grades 3rd/4th; Boys & Girls 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Co-Ed; Adults Men’s B-Rec, Men’s A, Men’s Open, 6’ under, Masters 35 & under
Stemilt Growers Ultimate Apple Pie & Dessert Bake-Off
Date: Sunday, May 2
Time: Pies & Desserts are to be turned in between 10am and 11am at The Festival Office, 2 S. Chelan; awards will be announced at 2pm at the Verizon Wireless Entertainment Stage in Memorial Park.
Do you or anyone you know make the "ultimate" Apple Pie or Dessert? The Apple Blossom Festival is seeking entries for the Stemilt Growers Ultimate Apple Pie & Dessert Bake-off. Pies & Desserts will be accepted on Sunday, May 2 from 10am – 11am at the Festival Office. Cash prizes for the top 3 pies and top 3 desserts will be awarded. Interested parties should pick up an entry form at the Festival Office or call (509) 662-3616 or visit www.appleblossom.org for more information.
Costco Apple Pie Eating Contest
Date: Sunday, May 2
Time: 2pm
Location: Verizon Wireless Entertainment Stage in Memorial Park
The pie eating contest will have two age divisions; 8-12 and 13-17 with a boys and girls category in each. Prize money, up to $100, will go to the winner in each age division. Entry forms are available at the festival office or visit www.appleblossom.org. First 8 qualifying applications are entered. If categories are not full on event day, we will accept on-site registration. Must have parent signature.
2010 Robertson Cup & Banquet, hosted by the Wenatchee Wild
Date: May 3 – Banquet; May 4-9 Games
Time: 6:35pm & 7:05pm – check www.wenatcheewild.com
Location: Town Toyota Center; 1300 Walla Walla Ave.
Tickets: www.wenatcheewild.com, Wenatchee Valley Mall Outlet or Town Toyota Center Box Office or by calling (509) 888-7825.
The five-team Robertson Cup Championship crowns the NAHL's playoff champion. All Wild games will be ticketed at the regular game price and will be available by phone, on-line, through the Wenatchee Valley Mall Outlet and at the TTC Box Office. Non-Wild game tickets will be available at the box office the day of game. All Wild games and the Championship will be reserved seating. All non-Wild games will be General Admission.
WILD Schedule * May 4th @ 6:35pm * May 5th @ 6:35pm * May 7th @ 7:05pm * May 8th @ 7:05pm
Championship Game * May 9th @ 5:05pm
Robertson Cup Package Includes: Reserved seating to all 4 WILD games. Reserved seating to Championship Game. General Admission pass to all non-WILD games. It's a total of 11 games for the price of 5!!
Package Pricing End $70 * Corner $80 * Side $85 * Center $95 * Glass $100
To purchase your Robertson Cup Package, contact the Wenatchee Wild at (509) 888-7825.