Charlotte Runyan Passed Away

 Dear Seniors & Friends,

Charlotte playing her instrument in 2016, picture by Nancy Bay

Charlotte Runyan passed away in her sleep early Saturday morning after.  She was 92 and her health had been failing.  Art and Charlotte were married for over 50 years.  They did everything together.  Please keep Art and their family in your thoughts and prayers.

She and her husband, Art, started the Bluegrass Pickin' Party (AKA Bluegrass Festival).  She and Art played bluegrass music together for many, many years.  It was one of the passions they shared together.  They traveled to bluegrass festivals throughout the greater PNW area.  They "Stayed and Played" while visiting with friends from all across the country.

Charlotte and Art riding in their golf cart during Bluegrass.  Picture by Nancy Bay 2016

Art & Charlotte receiving their 20 year Bluegrass Award.

Left to right:  George Johnson, Art & Charlotte Runyan, David Wuller

Charlotte was loved by many, many people.  She will be missed tremendously by us all.    

   Sincerely

   Linda & George Johnson

Rainier Round-up Days Bake Sale & Raffle

Our homemade baked goods were a HIT this year!  We sold out of many of the wonderful items people made for our yearly Bluegrass Bake Sale!  We sold out of the Strawberry Shortcake, Peach and Mixed Berry Cobblers.  We had to cut pies and sell pieces by the slice because so many people came back for dessert!  All in all our booth was a success this year!  Thank you all for your hard work and commitment to our Senior Center!  

Bluegrass Pickin' Party 25th Anniversary 2017

FREE Admission!  Come to the 25th Anniversary of the Rainier Bluegrass Pickin' Party August 24th - 27, 2017 in Wilkowski Park.   

The pickin' & grinnin' will go on all week, as the bluegrass performers practice in the park by their RV's.  It's fun for the whole family to wander through the park and watch the performers play informally, as they get ready for their free concerts.

Friday the Open Mic on the Bluegrass Stage starts at 3 PM and goes on through 7 PM. Please remember to bring chairs and blankets.

Saturday there are 2 concerts.  The first one goes from 2 - 5 PM.  The second one starts at 6 PM and runs through 10 PM.