Here and There

The always-popular "Breakfast at Arlington" makes its seasonal bow June 29 beginning at 7 a.m. on the Arlington Park apron and concluding two hours later. The program will feature Arlington Park television personality Christine Gabriel and her co-host track announcer John G. Dooley. Among the activities will be contest giveaways and interviews with racing personalities. Admission to the track is free for the program, with a breakfast buffet available for $6. On Sunday morning, June 30, a less structured "Breakfast at Arlington" program will be offered, with the opportunity to watch regular morning workouts in a leisurely, unstructured format...Monmouth Park begins two similar programs this weekend, Dawn Patrol and Breakfast at Monmouth. Dawn Patrol is a two-hour tour of the track beginning at 7 a.m. on Fridays. Complimentary donuts, juice, and coffee are offered. Breakfast at Monmouth is on Saturday's and includes a tram tour of the backside of the racetrack, the chance to meet owners and trainers, and a tour of the jockeys' room. Both require reservations. Call (732) 571-5542...The second of the NTRA Summer Pick Threes will be offered this weekend in conjunction with the Molly Pitcher Handicap, Mother Goose Stakes, and Arlington Classic.