Events and Happenings Around the Country

From walk-a-thons and auctions to black-tie galas — help out worthy organizations and causes, while having a fun and memorable time.

Submit entries to the web calendar about three weeks before the event; email to editor@thebark.com. Listings are free of charge for all nonprofits. For postings in the magazine we need to receive the notice at least three months before the event. *Bark Sponsored Events!

Alabama

Alaska

Arizona

Arkansas
Little Rock , AR

• The Humane Society of Pulaski County is sponsoring a Walk for Animals and Howloween Festival on October 18 at the Clinton Library Museum in Little Rock. The event begins with a 2K walk for dogs and their people, followed by entertainment from Radio Disney, a Pet & Owner Costume competition and other fun contests. Admission is $25 for individuals; $35 for families..

California

Brisbane, CA

• Join the Brisbane Lions Club for The Dog Days of Summer on August 24 at the Community Park. The event will showcase and benefit pet rescue organizations in the Bay Area. See demonstrations, contests and much more. Bring your pet and celebrate the “furry” members of your family!
  
  

El Dorado Hills , CA

• Sixth annual Bark in Community Park, 10/5/08 Community Park, El Dorado Hills, CA. Enjoy a day of various dog demonstrations; Vendors with pet related services and wares; Crazy Pet Tricks and a Pet Parade; On-site Rescue and nonprofit groups; Prizes, give-aways and tons of dog-gone-fun. Contact: (916) 358-3575
  

Folsom, CA

• Finally, after 9 years of hard work, Folsom’s first off-leash dog park is ready to open! On August 16, come celebrate FIDO Field’s Grand Opening and enjoy the day browsing vendors, watching demonstrations, and participating classes.

• Come and join us on August 14 at our first annual FIDO Night at Folsom’s Thursday Night Market. Bring your dog and enjoy the vendors and festivities.
  
  
  

Grass Valley , CA

NorCal Aussie Rescue presents Dinner Under The Stars, September 13, 2008 at their new Sanctuary in Grass Valley, CA. This annual, elegant and fun event features a five course dinner and NCAR special label wine from Nevada City Winery, all served on a large, moonlit patio overlooking the Sierra Mountains. To learn more or to donate, please visit their website or call 530-268-1600.

Healdsburg, CA

• Mutt Lynch Winery will hold its 4th annual Dog Days of Summer Open House on August 9th & 10th at their winery.  Come humans, come dogs, come all.  A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Healdsburg Animal Shelter.  The Open House will feature a wine tasting of new release and special offer wines.  Dog art will also be available for purchase.  Dogs are welcome (& essential!)

N. Lake Tahoe, CA

• Don’t miss the 5th annual Art Bark Fest- Animal Art & Wine Festival, September 13th & 14th, 11am to 5pm at the Village at Squaw Valley USA. Combining the love of art, wine & animals, this unique event benefits the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe and Squaw Rescue Dogs.

Malibu, CA

• Come join in the FUN at the Southern California Seventh Annual Doodle Romp and Picnic.  Enjoy food, wine, music and fun competitions as, Labradoodles, Goldendoodles and people who love Doodles get together to have a lavish buffet picnic set in a beautiful Oak grove in the Malibu Mountains. This one-of-a-kind romp will raise money for The Pasadena Humane Society. Have a blast with your pooch and help others at the same time!  Raffles * Auctions * Vendors * Professional Dog Photographer * Fun Competitions Space is limited...Final day of registration is August 30th.

Novato, CA

• Join Master of Ceremonies Celeste Perry of 106.9 KFRC’s Dave & Celeste Morning Show for the Marin Humane Society’s Birthday Bash on September 27. The event begins with a dog walk to benefit the MHS shelter animals, followed by festivities for families, friends and canine companions of all ages. Dog Walk to benefit the shelter animals! Kid's Zone with jumpy jump & games. Agility demonstrations and more.
  
  
• Septemberfest, a fundraiser for Golden Gate Basset Rescue. Food, Live Music; No-Host Bar; Silent Auction & Raffle. Saturday, September 13, 2008 at The Days Inn – Novato, CA. Purchase Advance tickets $10 at our website. For more information call 707-765-2690.
  
  
  

Oakland, CA

Prevention Institute is proud to present a conversation and book signing with Marion Nestle, Professor of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health and Professor of Sociology at New York University. Marion will discuss her newest book, Food Politics: The Chihuahua in the Coal Mine.* Co-sponsored by The Bark- the the modern dog culture magazine. Conversation and book signing will take place Aug. 27th at 7:00pm at the Prevention Institute. Dogs are welcome!

Pleasanton, CA

• NORCAL Golden Retriever Rescue’s Wag’n’Walk is slated for September 13; the fun 2+ mile walk includes swimming opportunities (for the dogs) and will take place at Shadow Cliffs Regional Park. The walk, which benefits NORCAL’s rescue work, is open to all breeds and includes demonstrations and activities for the whole family.

San Diego, CA

• Come join the fun on Saturday, August 16, from 6 p.m. to midnight at the San Diego Humane Society and SPCA's 22nd Annual Fur Ball, taking place on at the SDHS' Campus for Animal Care. This year's theme, "Pets in Silhouette," will be sure to delight guests, human and canine alike, as they dine and dance under a starry alfresco sky. The night's program will include entertainment, live music, scrumptious food by Pamplemousse Grille, a live auction and raffles.
  
  

San Jose, CA

• Doggie Ice Cream Social on August 2 at Santana Row (Winchester & Steven Creek Boulevards, San Jose) Say goodbye to summer and hello to back-to-school days with your canine companion. Let your pup cool off in our wading pool and try a bite of doggie ice cream. Also, get valuable information on training classes and doggie day care.

• Dog Heroes Tribute on September 6th at Santana Row (Winchester & Steven Creek Boulevards, San Jose) We’ll have dogs involved in pet therapy, search and rescue, and crime detection. Meet these incredible teams and learn how you and your dog can get involved. Plus, we’re inviting dogs who survived hurricane Katrina and their new families for a reunion!

• September 20, come out to "The Largest Dog Festival in the US"-- Bark in the Park 2008!

• On October 4th Dogtoberfest at Santana Row (Winchester & Steven Creek Boulevards, San Jose) Bid Auf Wiedersehen (goodbye) to Pet Awareness Days until 2009 by attending "Dogtoberfest”! Let your dog sample some munchie treats while you enjoy lemonade, pretzels, and peanuts. Enter your pooch in our Sausage Bobbing contest to win a fabulous prize.

San Mateo, CA

• Spend a day by the bay to support the 14th annual Peninsula Humane Society and SPCA for their annual Mutt Strutt dog walk-a-thon on August 16 at Coyote Point Park.

San Rafael, CA

• Calling all pet lovers! Grab your friends, pack up the kids (and the dog) and come to the 3rd Annual Bay Area Pet Fair & Adoptathon. Fair takes place September 6 and 7. You’ll enjoy canine performances, contests, vendor exhibits, expert speakers, a Kids’ Pavilion, “The Other Dog Show,” and the Fair’s centerpiece, a multi-agency Adoptathon.

Colorado

Boulder, CO

• A Cause for Paws is a 5k/3K fun run and walk in Boulder, CO, on Saturday, September 13. Bring your dog and enjoy a great Pet Expo and Pancake Breakfast! Raise pledges to support the homeless animals. Easy online registration!

Denver, CO

• The Humane Society’s K9-5K & Fido’s Festival is coming soon. This year’s walk and festival will be on Saturday, August 30 at the beautiful and historic Rockledge Ranch near Garden of the Gods. More information available at the Pike Peak Region Humane Society.

Fort Collins , CO

• Canine Massage of the Rockies is proud to present Colorado’s largest dog health expo on June 6, 2009 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm in Fort Collins Colorado.  The Canine Wellness Expo features speakers from CSU’s Veterinary School, an agility fun match, adoption fair, dog wash, demonstrations, and a free health screening from area veterinarians.  Admission is voluntary and benefits Search and Rescue Dogs of Colorado.

  
  
  

Connecticut

Delaware

District of Columbia

Florida

Lake Mary, FL

• The Wiggle Waggle Walk will be held October 11, 2008 at Oval Park in Lake Mary, Florida. This leisurely walk for dogs and humans benefits the SPCA of Central Florida. We are a “no kill” shelter so any healthy, non-aggressive animal can stay until they find their perfect “forever” home.

Georgia

Watkinsville, GA

• All dogs and their owners are welcome at Ashford Manor in Watkinsville, Ga., Sept. 21, 2008, from 3 - 6 p.m. for the tenth annual Grace’s Birthday Party, a Mardi Gras themed event that will raise funds for the Grace Memorial Foundation at the University of Georgia’s Veterinary Hospital.

   

Woodstock, GA

• It’s Raining Cats and Dogs!!! Join Bear’s World on September 27 for a dinner and auction. Proceeds of the event benefit this private, no-kill shelter in northern Georgia. They are raise funds to obtain a bigger facility to help more abandoned and abused animals.

Hawaii

Idaho

Illinois

Chicago, IL

• Join Greyhounds Only for its 13th Annual Reunion. Lots of fun for you and your hound.  Live auction, bag raffles, silent auction, many vendors, great food and more. Reunion takes place on Sunday, November 9, 2008 at the
  Warren Park Field House (6601 N. Western Avenue Chicago, IL  60645)
  from 9:30am - 3:30pm.

Decatur, IL

• Pars Fore Paws, a golf outing to benefit Homeward Bound Pet Shelter, will be Saturday, September 13 at Moweaqua Golf Course, with a 8 a.m. shotgun start. Entry fee of $70 includes golf and lunch. Proceeds will be used to enhance the lives of the deserving dogs and cats in our care.

Indiana

Iowa

Iowa City , IA

• Run or walk with your pup and help out the Iowa City Animal Care and Adoption Center. The 7th Annual Paws with a Cause walkathon and fun run is slated for September 14 at the Johnson County Fairground.
  
  
  

Kansas

Topeka, KS

• Paws in the Park the annual fundraiser for Helping Hands Humane Society takes place September 13, 2008, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Paws in the Park is the must-attend event for any animal lover. The event begins with a one-mile mutt strut through Gage Park. Following the walk, vendors are open for shopping and browsing along with other activities.
  
  
  

Kentucky

Louisiana

Maine

Scarborough, ME

• Woofminster 2008 is a fundraising event being held for well-behaved dogs and their people to raise money for NEADS: Dogs for Deaf and Disabled Americans, and in particular, their Canines for Combat Veterans Program. The event will take place Sept. 13th and will feature several contests as well as a casting call to be the next Planet Dog Cover Dog. The best all-around pooch will win a professional photo shoot and the chance to be on the cover of the next Planet Dog catalog

Maryland
La Plata , MD

• Walk for the animals at Bark in the Park. The Humane Society of Charles County hosts their annual fundraiser, craft fair and festival on Sunday, September 28, 2008 10am-3pm (rain or shine) at the Turkey Hill Dog Park. Proceeds benefit the thousands of animals the shelter assists each year.

Potomac, MD

• Join us Saturday, October 18th from 10-3 for Potomac Day. Days venue includes adoption event, silent auction, “ask the trainer”, vet on call, costume contest, wash-a-thon and more!!

Massachusetts

Boxborough, MA

• On October 19, come experience the excitement of Cocker Spaniel Rescue of New England’s biggest fundraising event of the year! The 11th Annual Joey Fund Benefit Auction. It’s an incredibly rewarding day as ANIMAL LOVERS and cocker fans UNITE for a great cause!  All proceeds help replenish the “Joey Fund” – a special fund established to help cockers in need of medical care.

  
  

Brewster, MA

• Support a lovely independent bookstore, stock up on good reads and listen to the authors talk about their books on August 11, when the Brewster Book Store hosts an event featuring Bark’s own Lee Harrington, signing Rex and the City; Dr. Nick Trout, signing Tell Me Where It Hurts; and Martha Sherrill, signing Dog Man.

Greenfield, MA

• Flyball at the Fair to be held in Greenfield MA at the Greenfield Fairgrounds on Oct 4 and 5 2008. Event starts at 8am both days goes until 3pm or later. Spectators welcomed, well mannered friendly pets allowed on leash.

Nantucket, MA

• The party that the Boston Globe listed as one of Five Hot Summer Parties, the Third Annual Canine Couture Fashion Show takes place at the Nantucket MSPCA on August 6, 2008, 11 Crooked Lane. Twenty canines strut their stuff, featuring delectable edibles, festive cocktails, raffles, and live auction. Tickets $150.

Sturbridge, MA

• We'll be holding our annual fundraising event, Woofstock, at Westville Lake in Strurbridge, MA on Saturday, September 13, 2008.  It’s a great family fun day complete with contests, auctions, games and of course the Basset Waddle in the Woods!  
  

• 2008 Walk ‘n Wag is a benefit for homeless pets.  It includes canine demonstrations, educational booths, contests, auction/raffles, food, and more - and most important you can walk to raise funds. The event is September 21, 2008, 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM at Hamilton Rod and Gun Club, 24 Hamilton Road, Sturbridge, MA.

  
  
  
  

Michigan

Minnesota

Bloomington, MN

• Many dog behaviors are commonly attributed to "dominance" but that label
  isn't always used correctly. What does the word dominance really mean?
  What is a "dominant dog"? Local behavior expert Dr. Chris Pachel will
  help you learn how dogs interact with each other and how you can
  strengthen your relationship with your pet in a way that makes sense
  from the dog's perspective. Event takes place on August 10th at the Pet
  Crossing Animal Hospital.

Mississippi

Missouri

St. Charles , MO

• The St. Charles Humane Society’s annual Trails for Tails dog walk will be held on Sunday, September 14, 2008 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Jaycee Pavilion in Frontier Park, St. Charles, MO.  Join us for the dog walk, pet show, vendors, activities, games, prizes, demos and FUN. 

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Montana

Nebraska

Nevada

New Hampshire

New Jersey

Chatham, NJ

• Dust off the nine iron and head out to the prestigious Fairmont Country Club for St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center's 1st Annual Golf Classic, taking place on September 22. Interested golfers please call 973.377.7094 x 235.
  
  
  

Cherry Hill, NJ

• Bow Wow Luau will be held on August 23, 2008 at Taylors in Cherry Hill, NJ. Tickets are $50.00 in advance. Includes island inspired fare, 3 hour open bar, live steel drum music and more! Proceeds benefit the animals in the care of Lilo’s Promise Animal Rescue. For more information call: 856-207-7818.

New Mexico

New York

Rochester , NY

• Dog lovers compete in the most fro-licking fun event of the summer! Join the fun at the Canine Cavalcade of Colorful Coats: Pooch Parade & Dog Festival on Saturday August 9, 2008 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds benefits Rochester Children’s Theatre who brings children’s literature to life on stage, and to organizations that help dogs and those where dogs help children. Contact 585-385-0510 for more information.

Stephentown, NY

• The New England Border Collie Rescue (NEBCR) announces its
  third annual Dog Dayz of Summer event, to be held on Saturday, August 2 at
  Sugar Bush Farm in Stephentown, New York. The event features a day of fun
  and games with dogs and their owners, and benefits NEBCR, a registered
  501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation run by volunteers. The one-day event
  includes many vendors, workshops and demos, as well as Dog Agility
  run-throughs. All dog breeds are welcome at the event.
  
  

North Carolina

North Dakota

Ohio

Akron, OH

Join us for the third annual Hearts of Gold Silent Auction and Dinner September 12, 2008 at Tangier Restaurant in Akron, Ohio. Enjoy excellent food, drink, music and bid on a variety of fabulous silent auction items while enabling us to care for and place Goldens in need of help.

Moreland Hills, OH

• Greyhound Adoptions of Ohio presents the Canine Fun Days & Greyhound Reunion. Two fun-filled days for dogs and their people! Event takes place on August 16th-17th. All dogs and their people are welcome to come!

Perrysburg, OH

• Wood County Humane Society's Mutt Strut is a fun filled, family event that includes the family dog! Taking place on August 9 at Ft Meigs State Memorial Park, the event will feature a walk=-a-thon, two live radio remotes, readings by a pet psychic, contests for pets including a Beauty PAWgent, food, refreshments and vendors.
  
  
  

Oklahoma

Oregon

Portland, OR

• Join Rogue Ales on August 2-3 for its 14th annual Bones and Brews Festival in the Pearl District of Portland, Oregon. Proceeds from this event benefit the Oregon Zoo. This family-friendly event will be a celebration of American backyard BBQ and will feature an Amateur Grilling Competition, BBQ Vendors, 30+ small craft Microbrewers, a Farmers Market, and Live Classic Rock Music.

Portland, OR

You're invited to the DoveLewis Dove35 Birthday Celebration on August 10th 2008! We'll have face painting, paw painting, photos with Rojo the Llama, treats for humans and animals from Cupcake Jones, live music from Off the Record, and the chance to meet some of the fine people who came up with the idea for DoveLewis in the first place. So bring your friends (two legs, four legs, three legs, heck, no legs, we love everyone!) to the square and help us celebrate.

Portland, OR

Don't forget about Multnomah Days 2008! This annual dog wash fundraiser at the Lucky Labrador Public House in Multnomah Village takes place Aug 16 2008. It is a great way to spend a summer day. First, check out the Multnomah Days Parade at 10:00AM, and then mosey over to the Lucky Lab and have your dog washed, or sit back and enjoy some beer, food, and fun. The dog wash runs from 10:30AM to 2:00PM. A $5 donation is suggested per dog.

Pennsylvania
Schwenksville, PA

• Come join us at our 3rd Annual "Bark in The Park!" scheduled for Sunday, October 12, 2008 from 1:00PM to 4:00PM.  Bring your dog and enjoy the day, with fun-filled for the whole family!  You can even enjoy the changing fall colors on a 1 or 3 mile hike, along the Perkiomen Trails.  Prizes are being awarded to the Highest Fund Raisers in different age categories. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Animal Welfare Project of Valley Forge, PA.

Warminster, PA

• The Tails of the Tundra Siberian Husky Rescue, Inc. (TOTTSHR) is holding it's 6th annual Tails on the Trails on September 20th, 2008. 9am - 3pm, Rain or Shine. All Dogs Welcome. Silent Auction, Sled Dogs Demo, Vendors, Games, Food and Fun For All!
  
  
  

Rhode Island

South Carolina

South Dakota

Tennessee

Knoxville, TX

• Friday, November 7th, 2008, The University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine is hosting Tennessee Animal Aid. A benefit concert and auction featuring singer/songwriter, Allen Levi. Proceeds will be used to treat homeless injured animals, and provide financial assistance for clients lacking resources to cover necessary veterinary expenses for their pets.

  
  
  

Texas

Dallas, TX

• Be a part of the SPCA of Texas’ 70th anniversary at the grooviest gala of the year! Disco for the Dogs takes place on September 27th, 2008! Entertainment by Comedian Dave Little, the best 70's music courtesy of All Funk Radio Show, and a fabulous live auction! Don't miss it!

• Grab your four-legged friends and head out to the Katy Trail for our 1st Annual Dog Trot. The event will take place in Reverchon Park from 10am-12pm and will feature lots of vendors, treats and fun for your furry family members.

Hutton, TX

• The Texas Heat Flyball Club of Dallas, Texas is hosting the Great Balls of Fire – Flyball Tournament on August 16 and 17, 2008, at Triple Crown Dog Academy in Hutto, Texas. Flyball is an exciting relay-style sport for dogs and people, and is the fastest growing dog sport in North America.

Utah

Moab, UT

• Local artists and contractors will design and built custom doghouses to benefit the Humane Society of Moab Valley. As the ArtWalk for Moab, the houses will be displayed at local businesses for two weeks prior to the BowWowHaus silent auction to be held Saturday, September 13.  
  
  
  

Vermont

Middlebury, VT

• The Addison County Humane Society presents WOOFSTOCK on the Middlebury Green October 4. A fund-raising walk begins at 11AM with registration at 10AM on the Middlebury Green. You do not have to have a dog or cat to participate. Live music, food and fun. 

Shelburne, VT

The biggest and best dog party in Vermont! This year dogs and their owners will attempt to set a Guinness World Record for the loudest collective dog bark. Dog and owner masquerade parade. Dog dancing. Dog Frisbee. Agility. Dog demonstrations (41) and much more! On September 14th the Shelburne Museum Goes to the Dogs!

Virginia

Arlington, VA

• Caring Hands Animal Hospital of Arlington, VA, is excited to announce its 6th Annual Open House on October 26th 2008!  The goal of our Open House is to raise money for local animal welfare groups and to increase community awareness of the organizations. All members of the community are invited to attend.

Sterling, VA

• Barktoberfest – Music and Pet Lovers Festival. Nine live bands, animals for adoption, and much more. Saturday, September 27, 2008, Noon to 6:00 p.m. (rain date September 28). Free admission. Friendly, leashed pets are welcome.

Washington

West Virginia

Union, WV

• MCAL will be hosting our annual Doggone Dinner and Fur Festival of Fun on October 25th at the Union Senior Citizen Building. All proceeds go to support our many programs that save lives, educate on mindfulness and awareness of compassion to pets, people and our planet.
  
  
  

Wisconsin

Ixonia, WI

• Hey! Are you an Airedale who likes to play silly Airedale games with other Airedales? Well, then leash your owner and plan on attending the Fall Aire Frolic on September 20! Taking place at the Waukesha Dog Training Club, doors open at 11:30am and the live auction begins at 1:00. Arrive early for lunch. Stay late for doggie games!

Kenosha, WI

• Shih Tzu Shuffle will take place on August 24th at Petrified Springs Park in Kenosha WI. This event will have other vendors/rescues, food, dogs, and a 1-mile walk. The "Shih Tzu Shuffle" will be a walk for happy endings.

Wyoming

Online Events

• Pit Bull Rescue Central's 5th Annual Online Auction, Poppymart, is coming! Beginning on September 11, there will be many exciting items to bid on. Dog stuff, people stuff, gifts, jewelry and collectibles-- There is something for everyone! Best of all, your winning bid helps PBRC continue to help pit bulls in need. For more information, e-mail fundraising@pitbulinfo.net.

Submit entries to the calendar about two months before the event; email to editor@thebark.com. Listings are free of charge for all nonprofits.

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