The Pennsylvania Week committee has been organizing events and working with shelters and organizations daily across the entire state. Scores of exciting life-saving & history- making events will be scheduled. Please email or call your event in today. See contact page. Thank you!
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Saturday, September 10th 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Pet Expo & Pet Pantry Kick off
Penn-Mar North,
10672 Susquehanna Trail,
Springfield Township, York County, PA.
This event is a kick-off event for the new Pet Pantry at Southern Community Services. The pet expo is a family event open to the general public. There will be booths from various local pet organizations and businesses.Learn about adopting and caring for pets, meet pets available for adoption and learn about licensing procedures in York County.
Children’s activities will be ongoing throughout the day, including the opportunity to make pet toys and treats for the Pet Pantry. Information will also be available for anyone who might be in need of the services of the Pet Pantry. Admission to the event is free, but the organization is asking attendees to bring a donation of pet food for the pantry. Items needed include 2- to 5-pound bags of dog or cat food, cans of dog or cat food, cat litter, bird seed and dog or cat treats. For details, email Jordan Zanella at nfgs1176@yahoo.com or call 717-235-4257.
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Saturday, September 10th 9:00 am-2:00 pm
Humane Society of Berks County
Car Wash for the Animals & Adoption Day
Scott's Car Wash
5700 Perkiomen Ave
Reading, PA 19606
Join us at Scott's Car Wash in Exeter for this annual event that supports the HSBC! Y-102 will be broadcasting live from 11AM-1PM at the event. Purchase the Best Car Wash Package for $10 which includes a free Car Wash for the Animals tshirt, environmentally friendly reusable shopping bag, and a free entry for great prizes including a Trek Bike and a year's worth of free car washes!
The HSBC Mobile Adoption Unit will be onsite from 9AM-2PM with adoptable pets as well! Bring your family and dog and sign up for the Walk for the Animals! Rain or shine. Click here for more information on Scott's Car Wash and Lube! http://www.berkshumane.org/
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Saturday, September 10th 9:00 am start
4th Annual Thomas A. Poliziani Foundation Golf Outing
Benefits Western Penn Humane Society
Hickory Heights Golf Club
116 Hickory Heights
Bridgeville. PA
Hole in one for vehicle, silent auction, dinner, door prizes, team & skill prozes, and much more. For much more info, visit website http://www.wpahumane.com/GolfOuting5.pdf
Adoptions: Everything we do is for the best interests of our animals in our care. Our adoption process is aimed at matching you, your family and your current pets with our animals for adoption.
An adoption counselor (or volunteer) will introduce you to our animals in a private meeting room. We will share information about the animal's history and needs, behavior assessment and any volunteer / staff comments. Learn more at website.
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Saturday, September 10th 9:15am start
Pet Supplies Plus
Doggie Dash to benefit the ARL of Berks County
Nolde Forest,
Reading, PA 19607
Sponsored by Breakaway Sports - www.makebreak.com. Pre-register by completing the registration form on Breakaway Sports' web site, or registration forms are available at the ARL. Registration begins at 8:00am, the dash begins at 9:15am - rain or shine.
Prizes, awards, and lots of fun for people and their dogs! Hundreds of dollars in random prizes will be given out to runners and walkers! Two mile dog and owner event. Benefitting the Animal Rescue League of Berks County, www.berksarl.org
Nolde Forest is in Berks County, Pennsylvania, on PA 625, two miles south of PA 724 or three miles north of PA 568.
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Saturday, September 10th 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Newtown Veterinary Hospital Annual Pet Fair
Newtown Veterinary Hospital, LLC
107 Penns Trail
Newtown, PA 18940
Demonstrations will be held throughout the day, including a Mash Unit and Pet Parade.
Rescue organizations and adoption groups will be joining us and will be available for any questions you may have as a pet lover. Visit website http://www.newtownvet.com/annual_pet_fair.html
Refreshments (FREE!) will be offered throughout the day. This includes hot dogs, popcorn, pretzels, water and soda. Raffles will be awarded at the end of the day. Drop your name into the bin to win your pet a beautiful basket filled with toys and treats. We will have raffles for "Puppy", "Kitten", "Small Dog", "Large Dog", "Adult Cat" and "Allergy Dog". Family activities will also be held throughout the day. We will have a craft corner for the kids! MASH Unit and a face painter. Phone (215) 968-3895
Groups:
Center for Animal Referral and Emergency Service, Hope for the Animals, Cat Tales
Fetch Pet Care, American Bulldog Rescue, Citizens Against Greyhound Racing
Dream Dogs LLC, Mid-Atlantic English Springer Spaniel Rescue, Northeast Animal Rescue, Paws Cause, Save the Cats, Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center
People with Pets Counseling, Collie Rescue of South Eastern PA INC, Bark Busters
Greater Philadelphia Search & Rescue, Nor'Wester Readers Learning Program
Pig Placement Network, SPCA, Wet Nose Rescue, BCART, German Shepherd Rescue
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Saturday, September 10th 10:00 am to 4:30 pm
Trappe Community Day w/
Brookline Labrador Retriever Rescue
Water Works Park
230 West First Avenue
Trappe, PA 19426
Please visit our booth – you’ll have a chance to learn more about our rescue and to purchase some of our great merchandise (including tug toys and holiday bandannas for your dog and our signature DOG DORK t-shirts). Hope to see you there! (rain date Saturday, September 24, 2011). Phone (215) 343-6087
Our volunteers work with shelters to evaluate dogs in danger of being euthanized because they are not finding homes through the shelter and room needs to be made for the unending flow of incoming dogs. Our volunteers evaluate these dogs to the best of their ability to make sure that the dogs will make a great pet before we place them into our BLRR Foster Homes.
Once approved to become a Brookline dog, the dogs are examined by a veterinarian, brought up-to-date (UTD) on vaccinations, and spayed or neutered, if needed. These dogs remain in the Foster Homes for a minimum of 2 weeks, so the foster families can gain insight into the dogs' personalities and offer potential new families more information about the dogs' needs. http://www.brooklinelabrescue.org/
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Saturday, September 10th 10:00 am -4:00 pm
York County SPCA 1/2 Price Cat Adoptions!
Brougher Animal Shelter
3159 Susquehanna Trail North
York, PA 17406
All cat and kitten adoption fees will be discounted to half price thru Sept 16th. Please note that the same adoption application process will apply. The York County SPCA is currently caring for over 500 cats. We need your help to find permanent responsible homes for them. Please visit the York County SPCA and find a friend for life! Website http://www.ycspca.com/
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Saturday September 10th 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Animal Rights Group of Greater Philadelphia Meetup
Jazz Concert for Puppy Mill Awareness:
Sounds for the Hounds
Brookdale Park
Watchung Ave. and Grove St.
Montclair, NJ 07043
United Against Puppy Mills is happy to announce an awreness concert SOUND FOR THE HOUNDS. This event will be specifically geared toward raising awareness about puppy mills and enlightening the public about how to put an end to the reprehensible puppy mill industry.
FREE to all so come Rain or Shine and bring your furry friends too. Join us for an entertaining and educational day in the park.
For all the information about this Jazz Concert to raise awareness of the horrors of puppy mills please visit the following 2 sites (and FURRY FRIENDS are invited to come with): http://www.soundforthehounds.com/
http://www.meetup.com/animalrights-235/#upcoming http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=196735553698249
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Saturday, September 10th - 10:00 am- 3:00 pm
Animal Keepers Cat Adoption Event
Walmart
2100 Summit Ridge Plz
Mt. Pleasant, PA 15666
Animal Keeper's Rescue, Inc. is a privately owned non-profit, no-kill cat and kitten shelter located in the beautiful mountains of Acme, Pennsylvania. Our shelter, opened about 15 years ago, has since taken in, cared for, and found loving homes for over 1,000 cats and kittens. Many of our furry sweethearts have been found abandoned, neglected, or unwanted. Our hearts and home are devoted to giving them the tender-loving care that they deserve until they find a place in your heart for a home to call their own. http://www.animalkeepersrescue.org/ 724- 423-5571
See our beautiful adoptables! http://www.petfinder.com/pet-search?shelter_id=PA213
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Saturday, September 10th 10:00am-4:00pm
Paws for a Cause to benefit Animal Friends
Brady’s Run Dog Park
(Recreation Facility)
121 Brady’s Run Road,
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
The Paws for a Cause event to benefit Animal Friends is hosted by Custom Portraits by Charlene, a local portrait photographer. For a $10 donation to Animal Friends, a 15 minute portrait session will be provided for your pet! Prints can be purchased separately at a special discounted rate. Your photos will be posted in a private online viewing gallery just for you!
There will be an optional raffle (for an additional $5 donation to Animal Friends) to win a full portrait session valued at $325. Raffle entrants will receive discounted full sessions just for participating, so everyone is a winner! Visit Charlene’s facebook page (www.facebook.com/customportraitsbycharlene)for more information and to schedule your appointment today! http://www.thinkingoutsidethecage.org/site/PageServer
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Saturday, September 10th 10:00am to 3:00pm
Furry Friends Field Day
Stoltzfus Feed & Supply Inc.
80 Route 41
Gap, Pennsylvania
It's going to be a circus around here! Pony rides, raffle baskets, games, clown, food and more! All proceeds will be given to the participating animal rescues in attendance that fun-filled day.
Helping the Helpless Pet Rescue will be there! Come Join Us and meet some wonderful dogs who are looking for loving, forever homes. HTH Volunteers will be available to answer questions and help you find a perfect addition to your family. Not all of our dogs will be in attendance. If you are interested in meeting a particular dog, please contact us prior to this event at Help_info@helpingthehelplesspets.com
If you are interested in adopting, please review our Adoption Info and complete an Adoption Application on our website. All applications are screened and approved prior to finalizing an adoption. Thank you for your understanding and we hope to see you. For more information, please call 717-442-8280.
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Saturday, September 10th Morning
Grey-Save of Northwestern Pennsylvania Pet Therapy
Pleasant Ridge Manor - West
8300 West Ridge Road
Girard, Pennsylvania 16417
We provide regular monthly visits to two local nursing homes. Visits to other homes are done on a singular basis as requested. Grey-Save of Northwestern Pennsylvania is a non-profit devoted to finding homes for retired greyhounds.
Grey-Save was founded in 1995, and is composed of greyhound owners and people who have just fallen in love with these wonderful creatures. Grey-Save is not a political organization. Our greyhounds come from Wheeling Downs, located in Wheeling, WV. Website is http://www.greysavenwpa.org/
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Saturday, September 10th 11:00 am. to 3:00 pm
Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society
PAWS at
Philadelphia Fraternal Order of Police Family Day
Philadelphia Police Academy
8501 State Road
Philadelphia, PA 19136
Meet adoptable PAWS animals, learn how to get involved!
What a wonderful day is planned! Aviation Unit – Bomb Squad – Crime Scene Unit
Community Relations – DARE – DRPA – Forensic Science Unit
Highway Patrol – K-9 - Marine Unit - PAL - PPD Bike Unit
Range - SWAT - Police Tow Squad - Police Explorers
Sheriffs Department – Fire Department
Visit our website http://www.phillypaws.org/
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Saturday, September 10th 11:00- 4:00 pm
Gress Mountain Ranch
Great Pyrenees Fun Day & Meeting
Gress Mountain Ranch
3264 Highland Road
Orefield, PA 18069
Volunteers needed to help with animal handling and educational presentation. Also help with fun day dog games. Call Kathryn at 610-398-2122.
The Gress Mountain Ranch is a safe haven and a place of recovery for the animals, as well as providing therapy to adults and children. We are a forever home to presently 38 animals. The ranch is a host to at-risk, inner city, special needs children, as well as adults and adolescents on parole. Both children and adults with psychiatric disorders are helped in healing through our "therapeutic ranch." Our unique treatment philosophy rehabilitates the animals and connects their stories of survival and healing to the personal experiences of the people mentioned above who all have suffered physical, mental, or emotional trauma. Through creative expressive therapy, i.e. Animal-Assisted Therapy, the interaction with our animals; people of all ages learn trust, empathy, and kindness. The healing that takes place at The Gress Mountain Ranch is truly miraculous. It is God's "heaven on earth."
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Saturday September 10th 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Droopy Basset Hound Rescue
Canine Carnival Pet Parade & Adoption Day
Grove City Memorial Park
Grove City, PA 16127
Pet Parade, Adoption Showcase,Demonstrations by Disc Dogs,Agility and Obedience.
See all of the animals attending this event.
Droopy Basset Hound Rescue of Western PA. Droopy Basset Hound Rescue of Western Pennsylvania, Inc. is a all volunteer effort to save abandoned and mistreated basset hounds for the love of the breed. All monies raised by Droopy Basset Hound Rescue of Western Pennsylvania directly fund the care of rescued basset hounds. Grove City
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Saturday, September 10th 12:00 noon- 5:00 pm
Bethlehem VegFest
SouthSide Bethlehem Greenway
316 South New Street
(at the corner of S. New St & Mechanic St)
SouthSide Bethlehem, PA 18015
This Festival brings together an amazing array of vegetarian natural food providers, top national speakers and chefs, and educational exhibitors in a fun and welcoming environment. It is a chance to talk directly to food producers, learn the newest items in the marketplace, taste free food samples, shop at show special discounts, or simply learn what vegetarian foods are available and where you can find them!
Whether you are a longtime vegetarian or vegan, or someone simply wanting to add more healthy and delicious foods to your meal repertoire, or if you are just curious what it’s all about, you are welcome here! We offer you free admission, free food sampling, free speaker presentations, free parking and a Lanta bus stop across the street. Samanthas@lehighvalleychamber.org OR call 610-841-5831
You also can learn of ways to benefit the environment, help animals, and enhance your health and well being. There are activities for kids, too! http://bethlehemvegfest.org/
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Sunday, September 11th 12:00 noon start
Upper Saucon Twp. NeighborFest
and Dog Walk
Upper Saucon Township Community Park
Preston Lane east of Route 378.
Center Valley, PA • 18034
Upper Saucon Township’s 2nd annual dog walk as part of our community day (called NeighborFest). The event will be Sunday September 11, 2011 from noon until 4pm at the Upper Saucon Township Community Park on Preston Lane.
The dog walk registration begins at 11:30 with the walk at noon. Center for Animal Health and Welfare will be there! See website http://www.healthyanimalcenter.org/
RIDES! Enjoy the Moon Bounces, Rock Wall, and the Trackless Train once again!
Performances and presentations include the Ultra Kings, the Wildlands Conservancy, the Yippee Show puppet show, and local authors.
DJ Services by Joe Tocci. Friendly Dog Walk of teh Saucon Rail Trail.
Enjoy food and snacks from local restaurants and service agencies. Upper Saucon Township Fire and Police Departments, and Ambulance Corps.
Used Book & Dog-Related Items sale by the SoLeHi Public Library.
Website is http://www.uppersaucon.org/
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Saturday, September 10th 12:00 Noon - 4:00pm
Dog Wash to benefit the ARL
~Dog Licenses available too!~
Pet Supplies Plus
538 E Lancaster Ave
Shillington, PA 19607
Bring your dogs to get a bath and a nail trim! Large dogs are $15; small dogs are $10. Bath and dry only, no comb-out or cuts. And, please, no heavy-coated dogs! Nail trims for a donation. We will be selling dog licenses at this event, too. Phone - 610-373-8830
Animal Rescue League of Berks County website http://www.berksarl.org/
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Saturday September 10th 12 noon - 3:00 pm
Spay & Save Pet Adoption Day
Audubon PET VALU
2650 Egypt Road
Audubon, PA 19403
Spay & Save is a small organization consisting of only a handful of people; however, because Spay & Save helps people who help animals, there are many individuals in the five-county region who are involved in our cause. These are people who are independently care for many stray, abandoned and helpless animals. These are the people who, like Spay & Save, would never think of euthanizing a healthy animal.
Instead - often at great personal sacrifice - they jointly make it possible for thousands of dogs and cats to live long, healthy and happy lives. Spay & Save is proud to be associated with the animal lovers and rescuers who call us for assistance. See loving adoptables at http://spayandsave.org/view/available_dogs
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Saturday, September 10th 1:00 pm-5:00 pm
Wine + Polo 2011
Benefitting the Bucks County SPCA
Tinicum Park (126 acres)
River Road (Rt. 32),
Erwinna, PA
So come taste, sip and relax and watch the polo match, and help Bucks County SPCA. To order tickets: call (215)862-2319 . http://www.bcspca.org/news-and-events.html
The Bucks County SPCA was chartered with the purpose of providing effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the county of Bucks, for the enforcement of cruelty laws in our county and to educate our community members about companion animal issues and care. Since our incorporation in 1912, we have expanded our purposes to include the sheltering of stray or unwanted animals, placing all adoptable animals into permanent homes, and working with our state legislature to improve upon Pennsylvania's Animal Laws.
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Saturday, September 10th 2:00 - 3:00 pm
R.E.A.D. Program at Oxford Public Library
Oxford Public Library
48 South Second Street
Oxford, PA 19363
Kids who stop in on Saturday will enjoy the rewards of improved reading skills and very special companionship with dogs like our registered therapy sweet specialist dog “Libby.”
Our Library’s Libby is a graduate of the R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assistance Dogs) program, a national organization sponsored by Intermountain Therapy Animals. This promises to be another wonderful no fee social and educational program at your library. Please contact Nancy or Leanne at the Children’s Services Desk for more information. Call 610.932.9625. Website www.oxfordpubliclibrary.org/
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Saturday, September 10th 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
2nd Annual Doggie Dip & Pool Date
Lewisburg Community Pool
15th Street
Lewisburg, PA 17837
Dogs get to swim, play & meet other doggies after pool is closed for season.Dog collars must be worn. One dog per handler. No agressive dogs allowed. Questions call Katie 570-524-4774. Aportion of 13.00 admission fee will benefit SUN Pets spay & neuter!
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Saturday, September 10th 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Bird & Nature Walk
Hankin Library
215 Windgate Dr
Chester Springs, PA 19425
"Bird & Nature Walk Series" - Hawks, Eagles, Warblers, Vireos, Thrushes, Shorebirds
Meet at the Hankin Library and Travel to Marsh Creek State Park and Struble Bike Trail
These programs, led by free-lance nature writer, columnist, photographer, and professional nature tour Larry Lewis and assisted by co-leader, group host, plant expert, and nature enthusiast - Kathleen Pileggi, are designed for the whole family. After each walk, we will update a wall chart posted at the library, with an up-to-date tally of all wildlife we’ve seen on our adventures. That’s right…it won’t just be birds. If it walks, crawls, swims, slithers, grows or flies - we’re gonna identify it!
Come out and join the fun! Bring a pair of binoculars if you have them. The walk leaders will have binoculars, scopes, and field guides for those who don’t so everyone can enjoy the experience! You and your family or friends are certain to have a wonderful time enjoying the great outdoors. It will be great exercise in the fresh air.
Larry Lewis is a former Chester County Park Ranger, has 30 plus years of birding experience, He leads monthly walks at Longwood Gardens and writes a bi-weekly column for The Daily Local Newscalled “Walk on ... the Wild Side”
No reservations are required on walks - call Larry or Kathleen of Early Bird Nature Tours at 484-340-7672 with any questions. Walks are 2-3 hour duration, unless otherwise noted. Contact: Hankin Reference Desk 610-321-1710 hhreference@ccls.org
All trips meet and end at the Hankin Library & go rain or shine - rainy weather often brings better birding. Note: Bring Binoculars if you have them (we can supply a pair for those without) and wear comfortable hiking shoes.
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Sunday, September 11th daytime
Strike K-9 Search & Rescue Dogs
9/11 Memorial, Lock Haven Practice Day
Lock Haven
Lock Haven, PA 17745
Practice Site Day. We train Strike K-9 search and rescue dogs to put their amazing sense of smell to good use. Our dogs learn to find people lost in the woods. We respond to requests for help in locating lost citizens, hikers, children, and elderly people. Strike K-9
P.O. Box 61 West Milton, PA 17886 Website http://www.strikek9.org/directions.html
Contact Person is Vikki Coup, K9 Coordinator 570-437-1904
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Sunday September 11th 9:00 am -5:00 pm
Droopy Basset Hound Rescue Doggie Fun Day
Alamada Park
Butler PA 16001
Obedience, Rally, Agility, Microchipping,CGC testing, Doggie Paddle Pool Party, Vendors, Rescue Groups, Raffles. contact Shirley: snoozinhounds@gmail.com or Connie: krzylde@verizon.net or call 1-888-9 Get Drool (1-888-943-8376)
Droopy Basset Hound Rescue of Western Pennsylvania, Inc. takes the orphaned bassets into foster care, where they are loved and cared for until permanent adoptive homes can be found. Basset rescue also provides veterinary care, which included vaccinations, heartworm and fecal tests and spaying or neutering. Occasionally these costs can be extraordinary, but Basset Hound Rescue is dedicated to the welfare of the breed. And when a rescued basset is placed in a loving adoptive home to live the rest of his/her life, it makes it all worth it! http://www.droopybassetrescue.com/info/index
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Sunday, September 11th 11:00 am-4:00 pm
Pike County Humane Society Pet Adoption
Chuck's Beer
Route 739
LordsValley, PA 18428
Adoption event from 11-4. Chuck's is located 1/2 mile south of Route 84 near the entrance to Hemlock Farms.
About THE PIKE COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY 189 Lee Road, Shohola, PA 18337 . Hours of Operation: Tuesday-Friday 12-3 Saturday and Sunday 12-4 Please call the shelter to inquire about pets for adoption or to make a drop off appointment, or to see if a particular pet is available. See adoptbales at website http://pikecountyhs.blogspot.com/2009/01/upcoming-events.html
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Sunday, September 11th 12 noon- 4:00 pm
Philly PAWS Dog and Cat Adoptions Day
Two PETCO locations:
520 West Baltimore Pike, Clifton Heights, PA
Grant Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA
Today is mobile adoption day at these Petcos. Also note that when you adopt your new best friend from PAWS, you are truly saving a life that may not have had a chance without your kindness. Our downtown adoption center (2nd & Arch Streets) is open from 12 pm to 7pm Monday through Friday, 11 am to 7 pm on Saturday, and on Sunday from 11am to 6pm. Each day there are new animals who are looking for loving homes, so please stop down to meet your match! See adoptables http://www.phillypaws.org/Adopt/default.asp
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Sunday, September 11th 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
VNA Butterfly Release and Open House
Succop Conservancy
185 West Airport Road,
Butler, PA 16002.
VNA Butterfly Release and Open House at Succop Conservancy .Release a butterfly in honor of a loved one, stroll through the trails at Succop Conservancy, and join in an informal game of croquet. Our open house is free to the public! The property, located in Butler, Butler County, contains two ponds, walking trails, gardens, and open natural spaces that can be used for a variety of outdoor activities. Visit website at http://www.aswp.org/
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Sunday, September 11th 2:00 pm-til
Blessing of the Pets Ceremony
Mount Olivet Cemetery
725 Baltimore St.,
Hanover, PA 17331
The annual "Blessing of the Pets" ceremony will be held and will feature both a new balloon-release ceremony, and the same solemn service local residents have come to expect in recent years. The service will start at 2 p.m.
Ken Floyd, one of the caretakers at the cemetery, said this Sunday's ceremony will again feature Pastor Timothy Kielley's blessing of pets and their owners, a service that in the past has brought smiles and tears, as residents remember a lost pet.
More than 50 people have already signed up, and the hope is for enough interest to create quite an event, and a moment or two of reverent silence as all those balloons are released.
money will be raised at this year's event for charity, including the Adams County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals,. The event will be held rain or shine.
Contact Tim Stonesifer at 717-637-3736, ext. 183
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Sunday, September 11th 2:00 pm-5:00 pm
Boyertown YMCA hosting...Yip & Dip Doggie Swim
Boyertown Community Pool
417 Madison
Boyertown, PA 19512
The entire pool will be open for dogs willing to take the plunge! The splash pad will also be open for dogs to cool off. Coo stuff.....•Barking Beauty Contest •Agility Course •
Backyard Bark BQ, The entire pool will be open for dogs willing to take the plunge!
Proceeds will be used for repairs and improvements to the Boyertown Community Pool. Only a $5.00 donation per dog. Visit website www.boyertownymca.org
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Sunday, September 11th 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Agility for Fun
Lycoming County SPCA (fenced area )
2805 Reach Road
Williamsport, PA 17701
This year, Carbon’s Canine Camp is offering a one time fee of $100.00 for all of the Sunday classes you and your waggy tail companion would like to attend from May until mid October.
Your fee includes instruction on all types of agility equipment including jumps, tunnels, and contact pieces. Once your dog learns all the equipment then you and your best friend can run through a sequenced course-just like the dogs on TV!
See website for more info. Website
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List of Pennsylvania Animal Shelters
Federated Humane Societies of Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Pet Shelters
Petfinder
Monday, September 12th Ongoing
Military Pets FOSTER Project©
NetPets.Org's, MilitaryPetsFOSTER Project has been created, through our all volunteer 501(c)3 organization, to be the liaison between those of you who have to have your beloved pets fostered and the foster homes all over this country. The actual fostering is a free service. Any veterinary expenses, pharmacy, foods and other extraordinary expense of this type will, of course, be your responsibility.
We at NetPets.Org, all of our members & volunteers, salute you for protecting our country and keeping us safe & secure. It is our hope, that this program which we have created, will be able to remove all concerns about your pets welfare for the duration of your tour. https://www.netpets.org/militarypet/foster.php
Monday, September 12th 4:00 pm-7:30 pm
The Delaware County SPCA
Low cost vaccinations and microchipping
Adoption Center
555 Sandy Bank Road,
Media, PA 19063.
Vaccinations cost between $7-$10, with the exception of the canine flu vaccine, which is $20. Microchips cost $35 each. Be sure to be in line at the Adoption Center no later than 6:30 at 555 Sandy Bank Road, Media, PA 19063. Dogs should be leashed and cats should be brought in pet carriers. Bring your pets' medical records if they are available. http://www.delspca.org/
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Monday, September 12th 7:00 pm- 9:00 pm
York County SPCA Dog Training w/ Deb Sangrey
York County Shelter
3159 Susquehanna Trail North,
Manchester Township, PA 17406
York County SPCA will offer free dog training with Deb Sangrey. Advance registration is not required; just bring your dog to the shelter, 3159 Susquehanna Trail North, Manchester Township. Phone for details 717-764-6109
Our mission at York County SPCA is to find a loving family for every homeless pet in York County. We depend on your help to adopt these pets. We have 121 dogs and 362 cats available for you to adopt. To view many of the animals on Petfinder that we have available for adoption, visit http://www.ycspca.org/
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Tuesday, September 13th 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Eastern PA Animal Alliance
Low-cost spay/neuter services and vaccine clinic
Eastern PA Animal Alliance
Rainbow Plaza, Route 209
Brodheadsville, Pa.A 18322
Low-cost spay/neuter services and monthly vaccine clinics. The Eastern Pennsylvania Animal Alliance is a non-profit organization offering low-cost spay/neuter services for dogs and cats, as well as monthly vaccination clinics. No proof of income needed. Information, visit www.epaaonline.com.
Region: *Poconos. Cost: $60 for house cats; $100, male dogs; $150, female dogs. Reservations: Call 570-994-5846 for appointments. Registration: Call 570-994-5846 for appointments. Tuesday, September 13, 2011, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Eastern PA
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Tuesday, September 13th 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm
2nd Annual Doggie Dip & Pool Date
Lewisburg Community Pool
15th Street
Lewisburg, PA 17837
Dogs get to swim, play & meet other doggies after pool is closed for season.Dog collars must be worn. One dog per handler. No agressive dogs allowed. Questions call Katie 570-524-4774. Aportion of 13.00 admission fee will benefit SUN Pets spay & neuter!
Tuesday we will have free dog training session at 5:30. YEAH! Woof woof.
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Tuesday, September 13th 3:00 pm-6:00 pm
PAWS Mobile Dog Adoption Day
Community Bikes & Boards
712 S. 4th Street,
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Meet adoptable PAWS dogs, learn how to get involved! Learn/meet more on adoptables. Website http://www.phillypaws.org/Adopt/default.asp
Our dedicated volunteers mean the difference between life and death for PAWS animals. Whether you help at adoption events, socialize or bathe animals at the shelter, transport animals to foster homes or rescue organizations, or even provide administrative support, your time and compassion will make a tremendous difference. We have volunteer opportunities to fit every schedule and preference. We can't do it without you! Help save lives by volunteering for the animals.
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Tuesday, September 13th 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Brookline Labrador Retriever Rescue
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant Fundraiser
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant
3 West Gay Street
West Chester Pa 19380
Come out and enjoy dinner with friends and family on this date and Brookline will receive 20% of your food bill (excluding alcoholic beverages) as a donation.
Click here to print out a coupon.
Present this coupon to your server and enjoy your meal! It's that easy. The Labs thank you for your support.
This offer is good for the West Chester Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant on this date only. www.ironhillbrewery.com Phone: 610 738-9600. Brookline website
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Tuesday, September 13th 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Low Cost Rabies & Vacciantion Clinic
Benefits Action For Animals Humane Society
AFA Shelter
386 Route/Pennsylvania 217
Latrobe, PA 15650
Cost Per Pet: Rabies: $9 / DHLPP: $15 / Bordetella: $15 / FVRCP: $15. Dogs Leashed and Cats in Carriers. http://members.petfinder.org/~PA60/about/about_us.html
Action For Animals Humane Society (AFA) is a 501c3 non-profit, non-government funded, no-kill shelter that keeps animals free from the threat of unwarranted euthanasia. We provide care for abused, abandoned and stray dogs and cats of Westmoreland County. AFA is Westmoreland County's oldest no-kill shelter. We have been matching people and pets for over 25 years!
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Tuesday, September 13th 7:05 pm
Pup-Nights at PNC Park
PNC Park - Pittsburgh
115 Federal Street,
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
ENJOY A PIRATES BASEBALL GAME AT PNC PARK WITH YOUR DOG. These events are popular! And, once again the Pirates will be hosting the popular Pup Nights at PNC Park this summer. Contact us for attached flyer for game schedule, prices, and other ticket information.
Contact the Pirates ticket office, or contact Paul directly for tickets. Let the games begin! Go, Bucs! Paul Schneider, Pirates Gold Club, paulpa2001@yahoo.com 412-781-4503 cell 412-360-9248.
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Ongoing
Pennsylvania Low Cost Spay & Neuter
If you are looking for low-cost spay/neuter or veterinary services
Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) Spay/Neuter and Wellness Clinic is now open! Please call 215-298-9680 to schedule an appointment. Here is a list of other Philadelphia-area low-cost spay/neuter providers:
-Hope Animal Resource Center (for low-income pet owners) Philadelphia, PA: 1-800-738-HOPE or www.hopeanimalresourcecenter.org
-Morris Animal Refuge Spay/Neuter Voucher Program, Philadelphia, PA: 215-735-9570 or www.morrisanimalrefuge.org
-The Spayed Club Voucher Program, Philadelphia/Delaware County : 610-275-7486 or www.thespayedclub.org
-The Spayed Club Spay/Neuter Clinic, Sharon Hill, PA: 484-540-8436 or www.thespayedclub.org
-Compassion Veterinary Clinic (reduced price with a Morris Animal Refuge or Spayed Club voucher, see above), Philadelphia, PA: 215-699-1727 or 215-637-2948
-Girard Veterinary Hospital (reduced price with a voucher purchased from Morris Animal Refuge, see above), Philadelphia, PA: 215-232-0831
-Forgotten Cats, Willow Grove, PA: 215-219-8148 or www.forgottencats.org
-Forgotten Cats, Claymont, DE: 302-429-0124 or www.forgottencats.org
-Ace of Spays, Hainesport, NJ (near Mount Laurel): 609-267-6770 or www.aceofspays.com
-Animal Welfare Association, Voorhees, NJ: 856-424-2288 ext. 105 or www.awanj.org
-Spay and Save, Lafayette Hill, PA: 610-279-9714 or www.spayandsave.org
-Friends of Animals Voucher Program: 800-321-7387 or www.friendsofanimals.org
-Pennsylvania SPCA, Philadelphia, PA: 215-426-7400 or www.pspca.org
-Delaware County SPCA, Media, PA: 610-566-1370 or www.delcospca.org
- FERAL cat TNR clinics, please visit www.phillycats.org or e-mail clinic@phillycats.org
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Wednesday, September 14th Call for time
NEPA Animal Adoption Network & NEPA Animal Rescue
Low Cost Spay Neuter Day
Keyser Valley Community Center
101 N. Keyser Ave.
Scranton, PA 18501
Please call 570-994-5846 to pre-register -cats and dogs-Spots fill up quick. Please don't wait for that next litter! Call Now. epaaonline.com for pricing and full schedule.. Feral/ Stray/Trapped cats welcome!
Our goal is to help educate and bring awareness to people on the importance of Spaying/Neutering , Adopting from a Shelter , Circus Abuse, Puppy Mill awareness , Dog Fighting , Animal Rights and more... We help with Lost and Found Pets.
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Wednesday September 14th 9:00 am-8:00 pm
Beiter's Home Center Charity Drive
~Haven to Home Canine Rescue~
Beiter's Home Center
1125 North 4th Street
Sunbury, PA 17870
Anyone who makes a purchase at Beiter's Home Center between Wednesday, September 14th and Monday, September 19th can designate that 5% of their purchase price be contributed to a favorite charity. Need anything for your home? Shop today and designate Haven to Home Canine Rescue! Thank you! Website is http://www.haventohome.org/
Haven to Home, Inc. Canine Rescue (the official name) is a grassroots network of dog loving people trying to make a difference for abandoned and neglected dogs in the Central Pennsylvania Susquehanna Valley. Long term goal of Haven to Home is to build a holistic animal care center that will provide home-like environments for animals living in foster care. With the assistance from our dog loving community, our dream can become reality.
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Wednesday, September 14th 11:00am – 2:00 pm
Finding Shelter Animal Rescue Adoption Event
Renaissance Faire
2301 Renaissance Blvd.
King of Prussia, PA 19406
Come out to meet some of our adoptable animals! Finding Shelter is a no-kill animal rescue and our animals are cared for in loving foster homes until they are adopted.
Finding Shelter provides the most loving care for the animals who need their help finding a permanent home. It is an organization based on love and respect for animals, supported by an incredible group of volunteers who work together to give these animals a quality life and the best chance for adoption. Website is http://www.findingshelter.org/adopt.asp?vid=1
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Wednesday, September 14th 1200 pm -til
'Annual Nature & Wildlife Art Exhibit'
The Art Center
344 S. Main Street
Butler, PA, 16061
The Associated Artists of Butler County Admission is free to the public and light refreshments will be served. The event will be held at The Art Center, 344 S. Main Street, Butler, PA, 16061 (across from the Butler Post Office). AABC 724-283-6922 Email: pwscanlon@aol.com http://www.aabcArtCenter.com (The exhibit will continue through October 7.) Beautiful art on display!
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Wednesday, September 14th 5:00 pm-7:00 pm.
Mobile PAWS Adoptions at 7-Eleven
7-Eleven
9901 Frankford Avenue,
Philadelphia, PA 19144
Meet adoptable PAWS animals, learn how to get involved. Free Slurpees, coffee, and snacks for adopters! http://www.phillypaws.org/Adopt/default.asp
Our dedicated volunteers mean the difference between life and death for PAWS animals. Whether you help at adoption events, socialize or bathe animals at the shelter, transport animals to foster homes or rescue organizations, or even provide administrative support, your time and compassion will make a tremendous difference. We have volunteer opportunities to fit every schedule and preference. We can't do it without you! Help save lives by volunteering for the animals.
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Thursday, September 15th am. Call for appt.
Eastern Penn Animal Alliance Spaymobile
Hazle Street Beer and Deli
613 Hazle Street
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
Cats Only! EPAA offers low cost spay and neuter services along with vaccinations &
testing on the day of surgery. We do not offer wellness visits. Please call a full service veterinarian. We only accept cash payments. We do not have the ability to accept credit or debit cards. No personal checks will be accepted.CATS: Spay/Neuter Fee $60 (included rabies and distemper shots). Ferals and free-roaming cats, call for prices.For more information or to set up an appointment please call 570-994-5846.
Website is http://epaaonline.com/
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Thursday, September 15th 6:00 pm- til
100th Anniversary of Delaware SPCA
Montrose Mansion
Villanova Center
Villanova Pennsylvania 19087
Cocktails, Hors doeveres , Silent auction, Dinner, speakers, fun all night long. For more info for the 100th Anniversary, e-mail Justina at jcalgiano@delcospca.org or call 610-566-1370 x231.
The Delaware County SPCA is dedicated to intervention and prevention policies that protect and improve the health and welfare of companion animals and support the people who care for them.
As we settle in to our 100th year of service, we are re-dedicating ourselves to that mission with three significant policy changes. See website for more info. http://delcospca.org/about/
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Thursday, September 15th 6:30 pm til
Pawprints…Forever in Our Hearts
Pet Grief Support Group
Fred F. Groff, Inc. Funeral Home
234 W. Orange St.
Lancaster, PA 17603
Humane League of Lancaster County. Have you recently, or in the past, experience the passing of a pet and felt a deep sense of loss and thought that support would help in coping with the loss? This new support group, designed especially for people who have experience the death of a companion animal, will provide a safe place for individuals who have experience this situation and want to reach out to others for mutual understanding and support. Website http://humaneleague.com/
Co-facilitators: Andrew B. Hoffman, F.D. and Elizabeth K. Hoffman, Ph.D., L.C.S.W.
Cost: Free of charge.Light refreshments will be provided.Please RSVP by July 20th or for additional information, please class (717) 397-8255 or email lizkhoff@gmail.com
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Thursday, September 18th 7:00pm - 8:30pm
University of Pennsylvania Vet Medicine
Animal Lovers Lecture Series
Arthritis: A common debilitating condition
for dogs and cats
Y2K9's Dog Sport Club
1000 Mermaid LAne
Wyndmoor, PA 19038
Free, open-to-the-public lecture. Speaker is Ann Caulfield, Rehabilitation Medicine. Directions to Y2K9's Dog Sport Club are located on website http://www.y2k9s.net/Directions.htm
Registration is required as seating is limited. This lecture is appropriate for all ages, but participants are asked to not bring their pets. To register, call 215-898-1480 or register online free, http://www.vet.upenn.edu/CalendarandEvents/
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Thursday, September 15th 7:30 pm-9:30 pm
Owl Prowl in Cook Forest
Cook Forest State Park Log Cabin
Environmental Learning Center
113 River Rd.
Cooksburg, PA 16217
Please bring your flashlights and meet at the Log Cabin Inn Environmental Learning Classroom for an evening owl prowl. Explore Cook Forest at night for Pennsylvania's owls as we carpool to owl hot spots in the park. Barred, great horned, screech and saw-whet owls have been known to make an appearance. 814-744-8407 . For more information call or visit website.
The 8,500-acre Cook Forest State Park lies in scenic northwestern Pennsylvania. Once called the “Black Forest,” the area is famous for its stands of old growth forest. Cook Forest’s “Forest Cathedral” of towering white pines and hemlocks is a National Natural Landmark. The Clarion River connects Clear Creek State Park to Cook Forest State Park along a scenic 10-mile stretch of river which is popular for canoeing and rafting. For more information call the Park Office or website. http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/cookforest.aspx
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Low Cost Spay & Neuter Services in Pennsylvania
Friday, September 16th 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Center for Animal Health & Welfare:
Recycle Event with EZ Mirco Solutions
EZ Micro Solutions
2670 Lehigh St.
Whitehall, PA 18052
Come meet Center dogs at Computer and electronics recycling event. The Center for Animal Health & Welfare: We never euthanize an animal because of lack of space. We do not, under any circumstances, send any animal to laboratories for experimental use. The Center for Animal Health & Welfare, 1165 Island Park Rd, Easton, PA 18042. (610) 252-7722. See our loving adoptables at www.healthyanimalcenter.org
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Friday, September 16th 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Animal Nature's Off Leash Area -Play Day
Apple Store, in front of the store
1607 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Part of National PARKing Day! We’ll be constructing an off leash area on Walnut Street in Shadyside near the Apple Store. This effort is part of National PARKing Day – find out more about Pittsburgh’s event at http://pghparkingday.wordpress.com/.
This will be a really fun day for all involved, and we will be on hand with tennis balls, nice fresh water, treats, poo bags (of course), and fun for you and your pups. Please come by and say hi!
PARK(ing) Day is an annual, one-day, international event in which artists, designers, activists and citizens collaborate to temporarily transform parking spots into “PARK(ing)” spaces.Mission:
The event is an opportunity to have people think about how important public spaces are and how parks improve our communities. These park installations aim to transform urban environments designed for vehicle use into a communal space for public use.PARK(ing) spaces come in all sizes and styles. It could be an art installation, interactive demonstration, place to sit, or showcase for urban farming and gardening. A park bench, tree and grass works too! There are countless of imaginative ways to transform a metered parking space. For inspiration, you can view images of previous-year spots at http://parkingday.org/
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Friday, September 16th 6:00 pm-10:00 pm
Pennsylvania Week for the Animals Law night
~An official Pennsylvania Week for the Animals event~
Duquesne University
600 Forbes Ave
Rm. 104 College Hall
Pittsburgh, PA 15282
Let's Talk Cats!
In celebration of the 4th Annual Pennsylvania Week for the Animals, Duquesne University Dept. of Philosophy is hosting an exciting Animal Law night on
Friday, September 16, 2011.
Moderator: Faith Bjalobok PhD Duquesne Animal Law Society
Speakers:
Becky Morrow DVM Homeless Cats Management Team speaker
Lynn Cummings Esquire Attorney at Law
Rise Chantos Incare of Cats
Nancy Petersen HSUS feral cat program
Conference is free and open to the public. More info, contact Faith 724- 941-3991.
Faith Bjalobok Ph.D. Fellow Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics. Email Faith faith.b1@verizon.net
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Friday, September 16th 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
Low Cost Vaccinations Event
Dirty Dog
217 North Centre Street
Pottsville, PA 17901
Vaccines administered by state licensed veterinarian! Complimentary physical exam!* Affordable prices! Excellent care for you and your pets from our dedicated staff! (570) 581-8580 http://affordablepetvaccines.com/home.html
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Friday, September 16th 7:00pm - 10:30pm
Raise your Glass for the Dogs
A Fighting Chance Animal Rescue
Ben Franklin Yacht
401 North Delaware Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19123
A Wine Tasting sunset cruise. The areas best wineries will be there. Ticket price includes all you can taste wine, delicious food, entertainment, dancing, prizes, and of course saving amazing dogs!
Please contact us if you would like to purchase a ticket! For more information, please call 267-306-7749 or email afightingchancear@yahoo.com. Admission: $50.00 Prior to the event $60 at the dock.
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Friday, September 16th 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Public Eye Philly "Carnivores Anonymous"
The Rotunda
4014 Walnut St.
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Tickets: $15, cash/checks at the door. An exciting 90 minute show. Advanced tickets can be purchased through the Live Arts and Philly Fringe Box Office online at www.livearts-fringe.org starting early August or by calling 215-413-1318 after Aug 20th.
Get “vegucated” as celebrities share their vegan evolution. Imagine a talk show with famous vegans performing their talents and fielding questions from the audience. Featured guests include anti-war activist Cindy Sheehan, comedian Myq Kaplan, musician and poet Cassendre Xavier and “chef to the stars” Kurt E. Smith. Caricaturist Vance Lehmkuhl hosts the show and Saint Mad performs live musical interludes. Delicious vegan food will be available for sale during intermission. Kurt E. Smith’s “Totally Vegetarian Catering” provides tasty treats for a Meet & Greet after the show.
Contact: Lisa Levinson at lisa@publiceyephilly.org or (215) 620-2130. Visit www.publiceyephilly.org for more info.
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Saturday, September 15th 9:00am to 11:00pm
Berks Animal Rescue League Adoptables at
Oley Valley Community Fair
Oley Fire Company Fairgrounds,
26 Jefferson Street,
Oley , PA
We will be there 3 days! 9:00am to 11:00pm on Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
610-373-8830. We will have a table set up and adoptable animals. For more information, go to http://oleyfair.org/Contest.htm
Ther ewill be so much going on! Decorate A PumpkinSection 2 - Decorated Broom Contest Section 3 - Fair Safety Poster Section 4 - Shoebox Float Section 5 - Quilt Block Contest Section 5-A - Decorated Bowling Pin and SO much more!
Free admission with a $5 parking fee.
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Saturday, September 17th 9:00 am til
The Lycoming County SPCA Paws for a Cause Pet Walk.
Susquehanna State Park,
Sunbury, PA 17801-1005
We will begin at 9:00 AM with registrations at the Susquehanna State Park, just off the Arch Street Bridge in Williamsport (Newberry).
Then, at 10:00 AM, we will walk to the Lycoming County SPCA, located at 2805 Reach Road in Williamsport. Once at the shelter, we will provide light lunch for all the walk participants and distribute many great prizes for those who have contributed to the event. Learn more at http://www.lycomingspca.org/content/special-events
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Saturday, September 17th 9:00 am- 11:00 am
Humane Society of Harrisburg Area
Low-Cost Vaccination & Microchipping Clinic
HSHA Shelter
7790 Grayson Road
Harrisburg, PA 17111
Join HSHA for our popular low-cost vaccination and microchipping clinic from 9am-11am at HSHA's Shelter at 7790 Grayson Road in Harrisburg. Clinics are on a walk-in basis, and it is recommended that customers arrive early.
The following services are available at each clinic: Microchipping for cats and dogs ($25); Vaccinations for cats and dogs ($10 each) (Lyme vaccine is $15); Frontline flea/tick products for purchase.
Humane Society of Harrisburg Area, 7790 Grayson Road, Harrisburg, PA 17111
Phone: (717) 564-3320 http://www.humanesocietyhbg.org/index.php#
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Saturday, September 17th 9:00 am- 1:00 pm
Almost Home Adoption Day
Upper Merion Farmer's Outdoor Market
175 West Valley Forge Road
King of Prussia, PA 19406
Expect plenty of fun for everyone, so bring the whole family -- stock up on great food, crafts and other specialty items ... and be sure to stop by the Almost Home booth to meet some of our adoptable dogs! For more information, visit the market's web site at http://uppermerionfarmersmarket.org/ -- hope to see you there!
We are a small group of volunteers whose goal is to save the lives of homeless dogs suffering in high-kill shelters. In doing so, we hope to provide an alternative to the purchase of puppy-mill and pet-store dogs, thereby reducing the demand for and ultimately the supply of such dogs. We strive to match each dog with the right family after the dog has been observed in a foster home. Amost Home website
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Saturday, September 17th 9:00 am- 3:00 pm
Hatboro Sidewalk Sale, Craft Fair & Pet Rescue
From the north end
at Summit Avenue
to the south end at Lehman Avenue.
Hatboro, Pennsylvania 19040
Presented by The Greater Hatboro Chamber of Commerce. Vendors, artists, crafters, flea marketers seeking to sell their "treasures" are invited to join downtown shops and restaurants featuring their wares for this annual Hatboro event. Activities for the day include free crafts for kids, pet rescue, live entertainment and much more.
Greater Hatboro Chamber of Commerce, 220 South York Road, Hatboro, PA 19040
Meredith Baker, 215-956-9540 or "mbaker @ hatborochamber.org"
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Saturday, September 17th 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
"Cradle of Birding Wildlife & Conservation Festival"
John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum
8601 Lindbergh Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA 19153
Birdathon, Workshops, entertainment, food, games, photography, more.
(DELCO set up 8AM) DELCO Bird Club, Inc. was formed to meet the needs of bird owners and their birds by providing informative programs of interest to both the novice and professional. The response of those who share a love of birds resulted in almost 100 memberships in less than one year. Meetings are well-attended and the membership has demonstrated enthusiasm and dedication in the formation of our Outreach Committee. Delco Bird Club meets monthly on the second Thursday at the Media Community Center in Media, Pennsylvania. http://www.delcobirdclub.org/
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Saturday, September 17th Race Packet Pickup 7:45 – 8:45 a.m
Furry Friends Network Race for Their Lives
Gifford Pinchot State Park
Conewago, PA 17339
Furry Friends Network will hold its 6th annual Race for Their Lives at Gifford Pinchot State Park, Conewago Day Use Area. This event includes a 5K Trail Run and 2-Mile Fun Walk for individuals and teams and is a fun event for the entire family. Registration is $25 per person until Monday, September 12, and $30 per person on Race Day. Advance registration ends Monday, September 12, 2011. Race starts at 9:00 a.m. Race Day Registration and Race Packet Pickup 7:45 – 8:45 a.m.
Well behaved, physically fit, spayed/neutered, licensed and currently vaccinated canine companions are welcome and will receive some special attention for their participation. Register as an individual or form a three member team! All team members are also eligible for individual awards. This year we race for Pit Bulls and Kitty Cats as we try to raise awareness of the horrifying number killed each day for no other reason than there are simply not enough foster and adoptive homes to help them all. Furry Friends Network is a non profit, all-volunteer animal adoption organization based in central Pennsylvania. Email ffnvolunteers@comcast.net
Gifford Pinchot State Park is a 2,238-acre (906 ha) Pennsylvania state park in Warrington Township, York County, Pennsylvania in the United States. The park contains wooded hillsides, reverting farm fields, and 340-acre (140 ha) Pinchot Lake.[2] It is near York and Harrisburg in the south-central part of the state.
Saturday September 17th 9:00 am until 1:00 pm
New Garden Grower's Market
Tree Tops Animal Rescue Adoption Day
New Garden Township Grower's Market
8943 Newport Gap Pike (Rt. 41)
Avondale PA 19311
See all of the animals attending this event on our website. Every Sat. the market will offer only the freshest, in season, fruits vegetables, flowers, cheese, honey, mushrooms etc. sold directly to the customer by local farmers. Plants and crafts also available. info@TreeTopsRescue.org
TreeTops Animal Rescue is not a specific place -we do not have a shelter- instead, it is a network of people who volunteer their time and homes to save the lives of animals in need who were abandoned, surrendered, or lost. We have volunteers and foster homes spread throughout the area of PA, DE & MD. http://www.treetopsrescue.org
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Saturday, September 17th 9:30 am-11:15 am
Greenstreeters Vegetarian Club Breakfast
The Broad Street Market
1233 North Third Street
Harrisburg, PA 17102
Greenstreeters and friends are invited to our weekly breakfast. The Green Street Vegetarian Club was founded in 1999 and includes members who are vegetarian, vegan and non-vegetarians who are interested in learning more about vegetarianism.Website is http://www.greenstreetvc.com/
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Saturday, September 17th 10:00am – 1:00pm
Main Line Animal Rescue Sit, Stay, Love.
Anthropologie
201 W. Lancaster Avenue
Wayne, PA 19087
Anthropologie has partnered with Main Line Animal Rescue for a fun pet adoption event. Stop by the Anthropologie store and find room in your heart (and home) for one of our loving dogs, or simply drop off a donation to help those animals who’ve yet to find their forever home. Treats for both pets and people will be served.
Main Line Animal Rescue, is located minutes from Valley Forge National Park in scenic Chester County, Pennsylvania. info@MLAR.org phone: 610-933-0606
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Saturday, September 17th 10:00 am- 4:00 pm
4th Annual Paws in the Park
& Blessing of Animals
Frontier Park
West 8th Street
Erie, PA 16505
Bring your good natured dog and join in the fun at Therapy Dogs United’s "Paws in the Park" Responsible Dog Ownership Day. This annual event features live music, a yappy hour and food for pets and people, a chance to get a photo portrait of your pooch, various pet-related vendors, nonprofit animal organizations, raffles, prizes – and you won’t want to miss our “Adoption Alley.”
Learn dog bite prevention tips, animal safety and humanity, pet education, and more. Join us for our Parade of Breeds at 12:30 p.m.; the region’s largest Blessing of the Dogs at 1 p.m. and you won’t want to miss our Doggie Nuptials at 3 p.m. Free admission, and free doggie bags to the first 200 attendees. This event is held rain or shine. Bring the entire family, your lawn chair - and of course, your dog (all dogs must be on a leash)! Admission: No Charge Benefiting: Therapy Dogs United, Inc. For more information, please call 814-456-3647 or email pat@therapydogsunited.org.
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Saturday, September 17th 10:00am- 2:45 pm
Sabine Contreras of The Dog Food Project
Animal Nature
7610 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
Labels 101. including how to read labels, methods of measuring contents and how to compare (dry matter vs. as fed, for ex.), expl. of additives. 3 until 6, PRIVATE CONSULTS. addtl fee, contact Animal Nature or Ms. Contreras.
Sunday Sept 18: Special Needs Nutrition 10 AM - 2:45 particular needs of diabetes, renal failure, colitis, and other conditions, protein debate - good or bad, giant breeds and tiny dogs. http://animalnature.net/
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Saturday, September 17th 10:30 am to 2:00 pm
Action For Animals Humane Society
Walk for the Animals
Hempfield Park
220 Forbes Trail Road
Greensburg, PA 15601
Join us for our annual Walk for the Animals! All pets are welcome! Bark (and Meow) in the Park Follows the Walk! Benefits Action For Animals Humane Society Events of the Day Include: Blessing of the Animals, Walk for the Animals, Picnic under the Pavilion, Music, Agility Demos (watch the "pros" and have your pet try it out), Pet Contests and Games, gift basket raffles, themed photo station, prizes and more! Cost:
To Pre-Register, visit: http://members.petfinder.org/~PA60/events/walk.html. All pre-registered walkers will receive an Action For Animals Humane Society Walk for the Animals t-shirt! A pledge form will be mailed to you after your registration form and fee are received. Raise pledges – ask your friends, family, co-workers, businesses, etc. to sponsor you. The more pledges you raise, the better chance of winning a great prize!
For more information, please call 724-539-2544.
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Saturday, September 17th 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Monarch Butterfly Migration Celebration
Tag Your Own Monarch
Hawk Mountain
Visitor Center
1700 Hawk Mountain Rd
Kempton, PA 19529
Visit Hawk Mountain for a full day devoted to the amazing migration of the Monarch Butterfly. Programs on this day will focus on this tiny non-raptor migrant and its long and dangerous journey to Mexico, the importance of native plants to the Monarch's survival, and how scientists study such tiny migrants.
Monarch tagging demonstrations at the Visitor Center. Meanwhile at the Lookout, visitors will find this is a great time to look for monarchs fluttering past, enroute to Mexico, and we'll have educators on hand to provide information and point out passing butterflies.
This is a day you won't want to miss, and we look forward to helping you learn more about the migration of ALL creatures. Trail fee applies for Non-members. Visit http://hawkmountain.org/Events.php
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Saturday, September 17th 10:00am – 2:00pm
Middle Creek Search & Rescue Rothsville Community Day
Location TBA
Meet and Greet .contact Sue Hamberger. offers a wide variety of SAR resources including K-9, Horse, Radio Communications, First Aid and Search Management. Middle Creek Search & Rescue works closely with other teams such as Trained Search Dog Teams, Horse Teams, Fire Companies, Rescue Units, and other Search Teams, etc.
Middle Creek Search & Rescue helps locate lost or missing persons, day or night, year round. http://www.midsar.org/about.php
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Saturday, September 17th 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sabine Contreras of The Dog Food Project
Animal Nature
7610 Forbes Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
Food Nutrition Seminar. The Dog Food Project's own Sabine Contreras will be here from California, to help us understand the following nutrition topics:
This seminar includes four solid hours on how to read labels, different methods of measuring contents and how to compare (dry matter vs. as fed, for example). Also presented; explanation of the additives at the end of ingredient lists - all those things we can't pronounce. What are they, why are they there, and are they safe? Sat Sept 17: Labels 101. 10 AM until 2:45 (may run a few minutes late) Will be on Sun Sep 18 th also. From 3 until 6, Ms. Contreras will offer PRIVATE CONSULTS. These carry an additional fee, please contact either Animal Nature or Ms. Contreras for info. http://www.pghdogs.com/
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Saturday, September 17th 10:00 am- 3:00 pm
Hatboro Pet Fair
Hatboro Baptist Church
32 North York Road
Hatboro, Pennsylvania 19040
Greater Hatboro Chamber of Commerce presents its Annual Hatboro Sidewalk Sale, Craft Fair & Pet Rescue. Merchants will be offering goods and event specials in front of their shops. Craft vendors will line York Road from Montgomery Avenue south to the Chamber office. Live entertainment will add to the festive atmosphere and the FREE SHOPPERS TROLLEY will take shoppers from one end of town to the other.
On the front lawn of Hatboro Baptist Church, Pet Rescue groups will be on hand to answer questions about pet adoptions and a variety of vendors will offer pet-related products. Fun day for all.
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Saturday, September 17th 11:00 am- 1:00 pm
Walk in Warwick Woods
Discover the diversity of Pennsylvania’s plants and animals!
Warwick County Park
Pavilion 2, 191
County Park Road
Pottstown, PA 19465
Are you an active family with lots of energy? If so, hiking is a wonderful hobby that allows for exercise, outdoor exploration and appreciation for the natural world.
Embark on a two-mile hike with Regional Park Ranger John Spencer and discover the diversity of Pennsylvania’s plants and animals while also learning about the importance of Leave No Trace ethics. Please bring a picnic lunch to enjoy on the trail.
Meet at Warwick County Park 3.5 miles west of Route 100 off Route 23, south of the village of Knauertown. Call 610-469-1916 for directions. Registration required.
Go to http://dsf.chesco.org/ccparks for registration forms and instructions.
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Saturday, September 17 th 11:00 am-2:00 pm
Ride the Pride with Your Dog
City Island
Harrisburg, PA 17109
The Humane Society of Harrisburg Area and Pride of the Susquehanna Riverboat have
teamed up for a one of a kind event! At “Ride the Pride with Your Dog,” pet owners and
their pooches can cruise the Susquehanna and enjoy a picnic lunch courtesy of Flinchy’s and Yuengling.
Each pooch will receive a goodie bag from Nestle Purina, filled with canine treats!
Pre-registration recommended but walk-ins accepted. Well behaved dogs on leash current on vaccinations welcome. PLEASE ARRIVE AT THE DOCK 30 MINUTES before your launch time. . Visit http://www.humanesocietyhbg.org/
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Saturday, September 17th 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
BARKFEST
Midway Manor Elementary School Playground
Tacoma & Highland Streets
Allentown, PA 18109
Center for Animal Health and Welfare . Rain or Shine. More details coming. See our adoptables. http://www.healthyanimalcenter.org/petsCategories.asp
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Saturday, September 17th 11:00 am- 5:00pm
Puppy Mill Awareness Day 2011
Nay Aug Park
Scranton, PA 18519
The annual Puppy Mill Awareness Day 2011 is almost here! Please join in for this important annual event . We will gather to provide a voice for thousands of dogs that remain in puppy mills around the country waiting for a hero.
President of Dogs Deserve Better Tamira "Tammy" Thayne, Guardians of Rescue & Melanie Kahn Sr. Director, Puppy mills Campaignwill be there! Music by D.U.G.O.U.T. Learn much more about the day, how you can help, become involved and get complete info/directions on website! Please visit http://www.awarenessday.org/
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Saturday, September 17th 11:00 am- 7:00 pm
Butler Humane at the Butler Fall Festival
Butler Fall Festival
Main St. (Downtown)
Butler, PA 16001-2142
Butler County Humane Society will have some of our furry friends for you to meet along with some great baskets to be raffled off! Make sure you stop by and visit us! Read about our petsa and programs and become involved....help Butler's shelter animals. http://www.butlercountyhs.org/
Butler Fall festival will have Bands, Star Wars characters, kids workshop, wellness center, food, men's alley, more. info@ButlerFallFestival.com
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Saturday, September 18th 11:00 am-3:00 pm
Sanctuary at Haafsville Pet Adoption Day
Petco
Lehigh Street,
Allentown, PA 18103
The sanctuary is our concept for a living and working community where animals live, and humans come daily to be a part of this tranquil experience. We envision this haven to be: Animal based, Human services oriented, Inviting to challenged individuals.
The sanctuary will offer a nurturing environment for stray, feral, homeless, needy, and abandoned animals. Learn more aboutt his wonderful org and how they help senior citizens and their pets.
If you choose to adopt from us, you will be asked to sign a Guardianship Pledge confirming your intent to provide suitable housing and care for the animal for its lifetime. http://www.thesanctuarypa.org/adopt.htm
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Saturday September 17th 12:00 noon-2:00 pm
Steel City Greyhounds Meet-n-Greet
Fox Chapel Petco
976 Freeport Road Room A2
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Steel City Greyhounds Inc., a 501 (c) (3) Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation has been established to promote adoption of retired racing greyhounds in the metropolitan Pittsburgh and surrounding western Pennsylvania regions. Coordinator: Cindy Callaghan. Come meet the loving greys! http://www.steelcitygreyhounds.org/
Greyhounds placed are usually between 2 and 5 1/2 years old. These retired racers are very intelligent and adaptable dogs, who fit easily into their new home environment following a brief adjustment period. They are eager to please and respond positively to any attention given them.
The majority of the greyhounds are quiet, clean, gentle, good-natured dogs who adapt and get along well with other animals and people. They seem grateful for their new homes and reward their new owners with never-ending affection. They do not require a great deal of space to run, as many people think, but they do need exercise.. Coordinator: Cindy Callaghan
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Go to page 2 of the calendar. Click this link
4th Annual Pennsylvania Week for the Animals
September 10-18, 2011
Pennsylvania Week for the Animals is for Everyone!
Sold Out....and Re-Scheduled for Oct 9th!
