Kiddin' Around

08/21/2025

A huge thank you to The Hub Bar & Restaurant for being a fantastic participant in this year’s Dine & Dash Centralia! Their team brought warmth and enthusiasm, treating attendees to a taste of their signature offerings and adding so much to the vibrant atmosphere of the event.

We are grateful to for their support and commitment to making Dine & Dash Centralia such a success. Thank you for helping bring our community together and for making the event one to remember!

08/20/2025

We’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Ox Centralia OX Centralia for being a valued participant in this year’s Dine & Dash Centralia! Their team brought incredible energy and showcased their signature flavors, helping make the event such a memorable experience for all who attended.

Thank you, , for sharing your talents and hospitality—we couldn’t have done it without you!

08/19/2025

We extend a very special thank you to The Station LC Coffee Co. for their incredible participation and generous sponsorship of this year’s Dine & Dash Centralia!

The Station’s team went above and beyond, sharing their welcoming spirit and specialty coffees with everyone who attended. Their delicious offerings and friendly service made a wonderful impression on guests and contributed to the unique, community-focused atmosphere of the event.

As our event sponsor, The Station LC Coffee Company played a key role in making Dine & Dash possible. Their support helped bring together local businesses and neighbors for a memorable celebration of food and community.

We deeply appreciate The Station’s leadership, generosity, and continued commitment to Centralia. Thank you, , for being an essential part of the event’s success!

08/13/2025

Congratulations to our Dine and Dash Centralia winner, The Juice Box! The Juice Box served a mouth tingling Szechuan peppercorn mala chicken sandwich, and a delicious and refreshing Honeydew Melon and Cucumber cocktail. Thank you to The Juice Box for participating in Dine and Dash and for the incredible food!

08/13/2025

We have too many photos we love from Dine and Dash Centralia! Here are some from the amazing McMenamins Olympic Club patio. Thank you to The Olympic Club and everyone who came out to make this evening so special.

08/12/2025

Thank you so much to The Station LC Coffee Co. for sponsoring Dine and Dash Centralia. Stay tuned for more photos from the night and the announcement of the winning restaurants.

08/05/2025

Experience the Grand Finale of Dine and Dash Centralia at The Station Lewis County Coffee Company!

Cap off your culinary adventure at our exquisite dessert stop, where indulgence meets creativity and coffee culture takes center stage. The Station is pulling out all the stops to end your journey on a sweet, unforgettable note. Savor the Classics and Discover Fresh Twists:

Classic Tiramisu
Immerse yourself in this Italian masterpiece—espresso-soaked ladyfingers, layered with rich mascarpone cream and finished with a dusting of cocoa. Each silky, bold bite delivers the perfect harmony of coffee and cream, promising pure, coffee-infused bliss.

Lemon Tiramisu
Discover a vibrant, citrusy interpretation of tradition. Soft ladyfingers are steeped in sweet cream, paired with velvety mascarpone, and crowned with tangy lemon curd. Light, luscious, and refreshingly balanced, it’s a sunlit twist that will melt on your tongue.

Espresso Martini
Raise a glass to modern indulgence! Our espresso martini marries smooth cold brew coffee with premium vodka and coffee liqueur. Finished with a delicate crema and served chilled, this cocktail offers a mellow yet rich kick—your ultimate, elegant pick-me-up.

Don’t miss the chance to treat yourself at The Station Lewis County Coffee Company, where the grand finale promises a celebration of flavor, elegance, and unforgettable desserts. See you at the sweetest stop of Dine and Dash Centralia!

Thank you to The Station LC Coffee Co. for supporting students in our community!

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07/31/2025

Don’t miss out—Dine and Dash Centralia is just ONE WEEK away, happening Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 5:30pm! Now’s the time to grab your ticket for a night of culinary adventure, signature drinks, and community celebration—tickets are limited and selling quickly, so secure yours today!

This year’s Dine and Dash features five incredible destinations all in the heart of downtown Centralia: McMenamin’s Olympic Club, where you’ll kick off your journey with signature cocktails and delicious bites, The Juice Box, offering creative, vibrant dishes and drinks, The Hub, serving up local favorites in a lively setting, Ox Centralia, where you can indulge in authentic Spanish paella and a refreshing virgin sangria, and The Station, Lewis County Coffee Co., the perfect place to finish the night with delicious cocktails, smooth coffee and sweet treats.

Your ticket includes five plates and some signature drinks, with exclusive dishes crafted by each location, and all proceeds benefit local youth programs. Tickets are available online—don’t wait, this event WILL sell out. Treat yourself and your friends to the ultimate food lover’s night in Centralia!

Get your spot for Dine and Dash Centralia on August 7—buy your tickets TODAY before they’re gone! Visit https://www.kiddinaround360.com or follow the link below

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Thank you to McMenamins Olympic Club, The Juice Box, The Hub Bar & Restaurant, Ox Centralia, The Station LC Coffee Co. for supporting youth in your community.

07/30/2025

Get ready—The Juice Box is back at Dine and Dash Centralia, defending their crown as last year’s champion! This year, spice addicts and flavor fanatics can’t miss their signature mouth-numbing Szechuan peppercorn mala chicken sandwich, paired perfectly with tangy apple cabbage slaw. For veggie lovers, savor the fiery Szechuan mapo tofu with fluffy steamed white rice—a knockout combination of bold, authentic flavors.

As last year’s Dine and Dash winner, The Juice Box is on a mission to keep their title. Whether you crave electrifying spice or inventive vegetarian fare, don’t miss your chance to taste the reigning champ’s unmatched creativity. Are you brave enough for the mala tingle? Taste the defending champion’s creations and see why The Juice Box is the reigning champion of Dine and Dash Centralia!

If you don't have your tickets to Dine and Dash Centralia yet, don't wait any longer! This event is selling out fast! Visit https://www.kiddinaround360.com now or follow the link below!

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Thank you to The Juice Box for supporting students in our community again this year!

07/29/2025

Experience the bold flavors of The Hub’s specialty creation for Dine and Dash Centralia: braised smoked pork belly topped with coconut cilantro slaw, served on perfectly crisp crostini. Enjoy a vibrant fusion of smoky, savory, and fresh tropical notes in every bite—crafted exclusively for this event by The Hub’s culinary team. Do not miss your chance to savor this unforgettable plate, only at Dine and Dash Centralia

The Hub is more than just a bar and restaurant—it’s where Centralia comes together for great food, good company, and a true taste of downtown revival.

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Thank you so much to The Hub Bar & Restaurant for supporting students and families in our community.

07/24/2025

We are so excited for Dine and Dash Chehalis tonight. If you missed tickets to this event, don't forget to purchase your tickets to Dine and Dash Centralia coming up on August 7th!

Visit https://www.kiddinaround360.com for tickets before they're sold out!

04/30/2025

Today is the last day to nominate us for this grant. Help us change students’ lives!

💙 Help us make a difference! 💛 Kiddin' Around is asking for a $5,000 grant from Franz Bakery—and we need YOUR support! 🌟 Our programs like the Driver's Education Scholarship and Business Academy are changing lives, and with this grant, we can reach even more students who need it most. 🙌

👉 Nominate Kiddin' Around today at franzbakery.com and help us continue enriching the lives of students and families in our community!
🌟Don't forget to include our EIN 88-1191929🌟

If you need help writing a short piece about how amazing we are, feel free to copy and paste the one below, or use your own words!

Kiddin’ Around enriches the lives of students and families by providing essential programs like the Driver’s Education Scholarship, which helps underprivileged youth access safe driving education, and Lewis County Business Academy, offering free business education to over 400 local students per year. These initiatives empower young people, opening doors to independence and opportunity for those who need it most. A $5,000 grant would expand these impactful programs, helping even more youth build brighter futures and stronger communities.

Contact person is: MacKenzie McGee
Title: President
Phone: (360) 880-4648
Email: [email protected]
Physicall Address: 605 G St, Centralia, WA 98531
Website: www.kiddinaround360.com

Thank you for your support!!

Franz Bakery is celebrating 119 years by granting wishes! 💙💛

We’re awarding $5,000 grants to five non-profits that positively impact their communities.

Help make a difference by nominating a non-profit and sharing how a grant will support the organization’s mission. To submit a nomination, visit franzbakery.com

All nominations must be submitted by Wednesday, April 30th to be considered.