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Bow Wow Breakfast

What a fun idea - and a perfect day! Puppies.....and their human companions....were invited to a breakfast fundraiser at the Brenton Skating Plaza on the east side of the Des Moines River. We could choose bagels, danish, pancakes, sausage, bacon, or biscuits and gravy, with coffee and juice. Yum! There were some puppy snackies on the table, buy why bother? Ann and Gary were pretty generous about sharing their food!








The river reflects the early morning sun








We arrived a bit early for breakfast, so we went to the Farmer's Market on Court Avenue








It's busy, but early enough to beat the big crowds









Much of the auto traffic was diverted - so street crossings were safe!








Still looking for Three Dog Bakery








Time to head back east into the sun...









Priscilla and Gary pass the Civic Center








Enjoying the landscaping near the Riverwalk








Wow! We're at the right place!









They're not quite ready for customers - no wonder we're first in line!








The water level is still high over the dam


















The Des Moines skyline reflected above the dam








Enjoying the morning stroll








Inside the concession building Gary and Priscilla wait for the sausage to cook!









Gary and Priscilla let the first customers take their turn








The collie places her order








More puppies arrive!









Small groups enjoy canine and human fellowship








More puppies are registered, with help from ARL volunteers








Looking over the selection









Some families eat inside....








Others go outside in the morning sun








Gary and Prissy visit with others









Other families filter in








Plenty of friendly dogs!








Priscilla decides it's time to go home









Priscilla LOUDLY declares it's time to go home!