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FUMC has pancake breakfast on Saturday to support missions

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The First United Methodist Church Oak Ridge Adult Missions Ministry will sponsor a Pancake Breakfast at Applebee’s Restaurant on Saturday, Dec. 8, 2018, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. (Submitted photo)

The First United Methodist Church Oak Ridge Adult Missions Ministry will sponsor a Pancake Breakfast at Applebee’s Restaurant on Saturday, Dec. 8, 2018, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. (Submitted photo)

 

The First United Methodist Church Oak Ridge Adult Missions Ministry will sponsor a Pancake Breakfast at Applebee’s Restaurant on Saturday, December 8, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

The Missions Ministry of the church supports many local humanitarian programs such as ADFAC, TORCH, The Family Resource Center for Oak Ridge Schools, the Ecumenical Storehouse, the Free Medical Clinic, Girls Inc., Agape House, Tabitha’s Table, and Second Harvest “Food For Kids,” a press release said. In addition, they support humanitarian activities throughout the United States and around the world. The most recent mission was to Florida to help repair hurricane-damaged homes. Proceeds from the breakfast will support these efforts.

Come enjoy a delicious breakfast of pancakes, sausage, juice, milk, and coffee while visiting with community friends and listening to live seasonal music, the press release said. Tickets are $5 and may be purchased at the door.

Oak Ridge Neighborhood Watch has pancake breakfast Saturday

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The Oak Ridge Neighborhood Watch Program will host a pancake breakfast from 8-10 a.m. Saturday, August 11, at Aubrey’s Restaurant at 481 South Illinois Avenue in Oak Ridge.

Tickets are $5 per plate. A plate includes two pancakes, eggs, bacon, and a fountain drink, milk, orange juice, tea, or coffee. Tickets are on sale now from Joana Springmier at [email protected] or (865) 272-5153, or Barbara Brower at [email protected].

The Oak Ridge Neighborhood Watch Program is a self-funded organization that relies solely on donations and fundraisers to promote safe neighborhoods.

“Thanks for your support!” organizers said.

This press release was submitted by Joana Springmier.

ORHS tennis team has fundraising pancake breakfast on Feb. 24

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The Oak Ridge High School tennis team’s fundraiser is Saturday, February 24, and it is a pancake breakfast at Aubrey’s.

“This is the tennis team’s only fundraiser, and we would love the community’s support,” a press release said.

If you would like tickets, contact Tina Brady at [email protected]. Tickets are $5.

“We look forward to seeing you soon!” the press release said.

ORHS track has fundraising pancake breakfast Saturday

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Senior members of the Oak Ridge track team are pictured above. (Submitted photo)

Senior members of the Oak Ridge track team are pictured above. (Submitted photo)

 

The Oak Ridge High School track team has its annual pancake breakfast fundraiser on Saturday.

The fundraiser is scheduled from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, February 17, at First United Methodist Church.

Funds from the breakfast will help support team travel and activities.

This press release and photo were submitted by Brenna Smith.

Pancake Breakfast fundraiser on Saturday to support local humanitarian programs

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Pictured above is recent community mission work by members of First United Methodist Church. (Submitted photo)

Pictured above is recent community mission work by members of First United Methodist Church. (Submitted photo)

 

The First United Methodist Church Oak Ridge Adult Missions Ministry will sponsor a fundraising Pancake Breakfast at Applebee’s Restaurant on Saturday morning.

The church’s Missions Ministry supports many local humanitarian programs such as ADFAC, TORCH, Family Resource Center at Oak Ridge Schools, Ecumenical Storehouse, Free Medical Clinic, Girls Inc., Agape House, Tabitha’s Table, and Second Harvest “Food For Kids,” a press release said.

The Pancake Breakfast is scheduled from Saturday, December 9, from 8-10 a.m. [Read more…]

Oak Ridge cross country team has pancake breakfast Aug. 5

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The Oak Ridge cross country team will have its annual pancake breakfast on Saturday, August 5, at First United Methodist Church next to the high school. Breakfast will be served from 8-10 a.m.

Tickets are available from any team member or at the door for $5.

“So come on out and support ORXC,” a press release said. “We look forward to seeing you there and thanks for your support!”

Wildcat track pancake breakfast is Saturday, Feb. 18

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Members of the Oak Ridge Wildcat track team are pictured above. (Submitted photo)

Members of the Oak Ridge Wildcat track team are pictured above. (Submitted photo)

 

The Oak Ridge Wildcats track team has a pancake breakfast on Saturday, February 18. The pancake breakfast is scheduled from 8 to 10 a.m. February 18 at First United Methodist Church, which is near Oak Ridge High School.

Tickets are $5 and now available from any team member or at the door the day of the breakfast.

“So join us and have a short stack for a tall cause and thank you for supporting the Wildcat track team!” a press release said.

Show appreciation for first responders Saturday

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Police Lives Matter Rally Crowd

About 65 people attended a Police Lives Matter rally last year at Alvin K. Bissell Park on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015. (File photo by John Huotari/Oak Ridge Today)

 

The Second Annual First Responders Appreciation Day is Saturday in Oak Ridge.

There are two events: an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast in the morning to raise money for the family of Maryville Police Department Officer Kenny Moats and a ceremony in the evening to honor local first responders.

The First Responders Appreciation Day is on Saturday, September 17, at Swifty’s Atomic Bar & Grill at 119 South Illinois Avenue in Oak Ridge.

The fundraising pancake breakfast is from 8 a.m. to noon at Swifty’s. The donation is $10. Moats was shot and killed while responding to a domestic violence call in late August. [Read more…]

ORHS cross country team, boosters have pancake breakfast on Saturday

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Oak Ridge High School cross country seniors 2016

The Oak Ridge High School cross country seniors are pictured above. (Submitted photo)

 

The Oak Ridge High School cross country seniors, along with the rest of the team and the Booster Club, have their annual pancake breakfast on Saturday.

The public is invited. The pancake breakfast is from 8-10 a.m. Saturday, August 6, at First United Methodist Church.

Tickets are $5 each and are available from any team member or at the door. The money raised will help with travel and other team needs throughout the season.

Relay for Life pancake breakfast benefits American Cancer Society on April 2

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American Cancer Society Relay for Life

A Relay for Life pancake breakfast on April 2 will benefit the American Cancer Society.

The breakfast is scheduled from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturday, April 2, at Applebee’s in Oak Ridge. Tickets are $5.

It’s hosted by Relay for Life of Oak Ridge.

For tickets or information, call or text Cathy Freels at (865) 640-5346 or Kim Monroe at (865) 438-5334. [Read more…]

Neighborhood Watch Hosts Pancake Breakfast Saturday

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The Oak Ridge Neighborhood Watch Program will host a pancake breakfast from 8-10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at Applebee’s, 1213 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge.

Tickets are $5 per person. Tickets for the all-you-can-eat breakfast may be purchased from Neighborhood Watch district leaders in advance and at the door the day of the event.

Proceeds from the breakfast will support Neighborhood Watch, a program that supports groups of neighbors who organize and partner with the Police Department to report suspicious activity and keep watch on neighbors’ homes. The program helps police reduce crime and keep neighborhoods safe, and it helps neighbors improve the quality of life in their communities.

The breakfast will raise funds to help new Neighborhood Watch groups get started and for signs, literature, and other Neighborhood Watch expenses.

Neighbors are helping police reduce crime throughout Oak Ridge in dozens of blocks and neighborhoods that have organized Neighborhood Watch groups.

 

ORHS boys basketball pancake breakfast is Saturday

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The annual Oak Ridge High School boys basketball pancake breakfast is Saturday, September 5, at Applebee’s from 8-10 a.m.

Tickets are $5, and people can purchase them at the door.