Nationwide Events
On-going
Feeding Pets of the Homeless -- Socially responsible veterinarian hospitals and clinics around the country are collecting pet food from their clients and are partnering with local food banks who then distributes the pet food to the homeless and disadvantaged. Participating clinics/hospitals are listed on the Feeding Pets of the Homeless website at www.PetsofHomeless.com along with the partnering food bank.
Citywide Events
On-going
The ASPCA's Free and low-cost mobile spay and neuter van travels throughout the five boroughs in every neighborhood-right to your door! (And if you have a pit bull, pit-bull mix or certain large-breed dogs it's FREE!) Low income pet owners in NYC's 5 boroughs with proof of public assistance such as welfare, Medicaid, Medicare, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), disability, food stamps, TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) or public housing qualify for FREE spay/neuter services for their cat or dog.
For exact times the van will be in your area as well as pre-visit instructions (Spanish and English) visit www.aspca.org/Aspca-nyc/mobileclinic or call 877-SPAY-NYC (877-772-9692).
On-going
Animal Relief Fund (ARF) - What started out as a simple act of kindness by the already-kind Yorkville Food Pantry in November 2008 with help from attorney Susan Kaufman has now evolved into its own organization. ARF's mission is keeping pets with their families and reduce the number of abandoned dogs and cats by distributing pet food to local food pantries which serve New York families in need. ARF has now partnered with several pet stores throughout the New York area where food donations are accepted on an ongoing basis.
For donation locations please visit www.arf-ny.org. If you or a friend need help please don't be shy, visit www.arf-ny.org/where.html.
Brooklyn Events
Saturday, June 1, 12 - 1:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 8, 12 - 1:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 15, 12 - 1:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 22, 12 - 1:30 p.m.
Introduction to Birdwatching
Prospect Park Audobon Center
Visit www.prospectpark.org/visit/places/audubon for directions to the Audobon Center.
Find out why Prospect Park is designated an Important Birding Area by the National Audubon Society. Binoculars provided (or bring your own); guided by expert naturalists.
FREE.
Sunday, June 2, 8 - 10 a.m.
Morning Bird Walk
Prospect Park Audobon Center
Visit www.prospectpark.org/visit/places/audubon for directions.
Join Audubon naturalists as they explore the Park in search of rare, seasonal, and migrating species.
FREE.
Saturday, June 8, 9 - 11 am
Fido Coffee Bark in Prospect Park
Look for coffee, pastries, dog biscuits as well as relevant information pertaining to off-leash activities and issues. And it's all FREE!
Directions:
In the Long Meadow beside the Picnic House
Enter Prospect Park at 9th Street,
walk straight in until you come to the ball fields (on right),
make a left along the meadow.
Or
Enter Prospect Park at the Villa (PPW and 4th St),
go through parking lot and out the back across Inner Drive.
For more information about FIDO visit www.fidobrooklyn.org.
Ongoing
Big Laughs for BARC! (Brooklyn Animal Resource Coalition Shelter) in Williamsburg.
Stand-up comedian, Jamie Lee, has organized monthly comedy shows to benefit BARC.
Visit Jamie's web page for more information and details about future shows: www.myspace.com/diamondsinthefluff or www.barcshelter.org.
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Bronx Events
Saturday, June 1, 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Saturday, June 8, 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Saturday, June 15, 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Saturday, June 22, 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Saturday, June 29, 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Bird Walks
Van Cortlandt Nature Center in Van Cortlandt Park
For directions, visit www.nycgovparks.org/parks/VanCortlandtPark/events/2013/06/01/bird-walks
Bird Walks focus on wildlife happenings in the park and are led by NYC Audubon experts or the Urban Park Rangers.
For additional information call (718) 430-1890 or send email to info@vcpark.org.
This is a FREE event.
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Long Island Events
Third Wednesday of Every Month, starting 6:30 pm
Long Island Parrot Society Monthly Meeting. Talks, seminars, education, and more. Please leave your bird at home. $5.00 donation requested for non-LIPS members. At the American Legion Post, 22 Grove Place, Babylon, NY. Visit www.liparrotsociety.org for directions and more information.
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Manhattan Events
Saturday, June 15, 3:00 - 6:00 pm
Puppy Prom
Toyota of Manhattan 645 11th Avenue
At Puppy Prom, canines, dressed in their finest prom wear, will compete for the title of King and Queen of the Prom, while listening and dancing to the sounds of DJ Tony Smith. Pups will dine on cuisine prepared especially for them by Chef Kevyn Matthews of The Dog Chef. Celebrity Guests will be the judges for the Prom King and Queen for fantastic prizes.
Proceeds from the independently produced Puppy Prom, by Pups on The Runway will benefit Metropolitan Maltese Rescue.
Visit puppyprom.eventbrite.com/ for additional information.
Thursday, June 20th 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Strike Out Animal Cancer with the Joshua Louis Animal Cancer Foundation!
Strike Bowl NYC 624 W. 42nd St. NYC ( at 12th Ave.)
Strike Out Animal Cancer with the Joshua Louis Animal Cancer Foundation ("JLACF")! An amazing night of bowling, fun, raffles, drinks, entertainment, food!
Tickets $125 ($50 tax deductible), advanced purchase required at www.JoshuaLouis.org/events.html
The JLACF is a 501(c)(3) all-volunteer non-profit organization dedicated to raising funds for animal cancer treatments when owners would otherwise be unable to afford treatment.
Ongoing Manhattan Adoption Events
Every Saturday and Sunday
Pet adoptions at Petco, Union Square, 17th Street and Broadway.
From EarthAngels Dogs for adoption are outside, cats are inside. For more information on dogs, please call (212) 252-3875 and for cats, phone (646) 338-2946.
Every Sunday, 1 pm to 3 pm
New York Siamese - Adopt beautiful Siamese cats at Petco, 86th Street and Lexington. Visit www.nycsiamese.org for more information.
Every Saturday, 2 pm - 5 pm
Rabbit Adoptions - at Petco Union Square (17th Street and Broadway)
Every Saturday, 1 pm - 4 pm
Rabbit Adoptions at Petco Lexington Avenue just 1/2 blk. north of E. 86 St.
New Jersey Events
Sat, October 5, 10:00 am
17th Annual Hounds and Harriers 3 Mile Run (for dogs and their humans)
South Mountain Reservation
Limited entry. This 3 mile event requires runners to have canine running partners. Each team receives a multi-colored t-shirt and matching dog bandanna. Awards to dogs in separate male and female runner categories for 1st shelter adoptees, veteran dogs (10 or over), large and small dog weight classes and top 10 places. 2nd short event will be held for senior dogs. Dogs need to be trained to run and be properly vaccinated. See web site for rules and more details.
For additional information contact Barbara Rushman, HoundsAndHarriers@verizon.net.
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Queens Events
Saturday, June 1, 11 am
Birding: Hawk Watch
Parking Lot in Astoria Park, Hoyt Avenue and 19 Street (Queens)
To enhance your experience we encourage you to bring binoculars and field guides, or ask a Ranger to borrow a pair.
For additional information call (212) 846-2731
This is a FREE event.
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Staten Island Events
Sunday, June 30, 2013, 11:00 a.m.
Birding for all skill levels. Beginners welcome.
High Rock Ranger Station in High Rock Park (Staten Island)
Enter the park the end of Nevada Avenue, off of Rockland Avenue and follow signs to the Ranger Station
To enhance your experience we encourage you to bring binoculars and field guides, or ask a Ranger to borrow a pair.
For additional information, call (718) 967-3542.
This is a FREE event.
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Westchester/ Connecticut & Beyond Events
Every Sunday, 10:30 AM
The Bronxville Pug Walk
Midland Avenue, Bronxville, NY
Pugs and their people meet up for a walk in Bronxville every Sunday.
For additional information visit www.meetup.com/pugsareus-optimum-net/events/35792832/
On-Going
Reduce, Reuse and Recycle at New Rochelle Humane Society
70 Portman Road, New Rochelle, NY 10801
The New Rochelle Humane Society is collecting items to celebrate Earth Day EVERY DAY! Please bring in your recycleables (printer ink cartridges and cell phones) to benefit the homeless animals at NRHS. Please share this news with your friends and family, your schools and your jobs. Let's Reduce, Reuse and Recycle for a good cause!
This is an ON-GOING campaign at New Rochelle Humane Society!
Contact 914-632-2925 for more information.
On-Going
"Buy-A-Brick" Dog Park
70 Portman Road, New Rochelle, NY 10801
Help create a beautiful doggie park at the shelter, a place where a shelter dog can relax outside with volunteers or staff! The park will be paved with bricks bearing your name or inscription of your choice. What a wonderful tribute for your wonderful pet, an animal lover or a beloved deceased pet. Please improve a shelter dog's life with this lasting gift.
This is an ON-GOING campaign at New Rochelle Humane Society!
Contact 914-632-2925 for more information.
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For even more events, be sure to visit the Mayor's Alliance for New York City Animal's site at http://www.animalalliancenyc.org/events/other.htm.
If you have an event you'd like to us to consider listing on the calendar, please submit it at least one month in advance. Send it to us using our submission form.
