UPCOMING EVENTS
This page features upcoming animal related events
in our area. If you would like to make a submission,
please e-mail Maresa at: help@petfbi.org
THANKS TO MARCIA AND BARK PARK ,, OHIO'S ONLY NOT-FOR-PROFIT DOG PARK, FOR ALLOWING US TO REPLICATE THEIR COMPREHENSIVE CALENDAR!
Gallery Hop
Short North Area
Mercy for Animals - 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm - outside of G & Co.
A.D.O.P.T. - 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm - outside of Union Cafe
Franklin County Dogs - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - outside of Grandview Mercantile
CHA Dog Wash
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Sunbury Auto & Pet Wash
4353 Executive Parkway
Westerville, Ohio 43081
Let CHA animal Shelter Volunteers take care of that dirty dog!
Dog Wash - $10.00
Nail Trim - $5.00
To Benefit: Citizens for Humane Action
Measles's Animal Haven Dog Wash
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
microchipping
12 noon - 4:00 pm
Alum Creek Dog Park
Alum Creek State Park
Directions:
From the Polaris Parkway exit from 71 heading north, take Polaris Parkway heading west
(turn left from the exit ramp) to Old State Rd.. Take Old State north (turn right) to Hollenback Rd..Take Hollenback Rd. east (turn right) and look for the Alum Creek Dog park on the left
just past the boat storage area and before you get to the Marina.
To Support: Measle's Animal Haven Pit Bull Rescue
Adoption Events
Cat Welfare - 12 noon - 3:00 pm - PetPeople - Grandview
Almost Home - 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm - PetCo - 1647 Olentangy River Road
Friends for Life - 11:00 am - 4:00 pm - Petsmart - Grove City
Franklin County Dog Shelter - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Petsmart - Easton
Franklin County Dog Shelter - 12 noon - 2:00 pm - PetPeople - Arlington
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Sunday, August 3
Mingle With Our Mutts
12 Noon - 2:00 pm
Huge adoption event with dogs for adoption from various organizations
Franklin County Dog Shelter
1731 Alum Creek Drive
Adoption Events
A.D.O.P.T. - 12 noon - 2:00 pm - Petsmart - Polaris
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Monday, August 4
Rita's Dog Nite
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
2116 W.Henderson Road Upper Arlington
Bring your dog can enjoy a ice custard with other dog lovers.
Dog's Night Out on the Patio Buffalo Style
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Buffalo Wild Wings
1710 Rome-Hilliard Road
Doggie Bags To First 25 Dogs and Prizes for the Dogs with the Best Swimsuit!!
$5 admission donation to benefit the dogs of the Franklin County Dog Shelter
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Tuesday, August 5
La Nuit du Pugs
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Uptown Bistro
1 South State Street
Westerville
Dinner and drink specials including specially prepared French cuisine and wine.
Silent Auction and raffle
Visit Uptown Market for more information
To Benefit: Ohio Pug Rescue
Sunny 95 Block Party
6;00 pm - 9:00 pm
Meadowview Park, Powell Ohio
Music, food and dogs for adoption from the Franklin County Dog Shelter
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Friday, August 8
Rabies Immunization Clinic
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Pleasant Township Fire Department
5373 Norton Road
Grove City, Ohio
$6.00 per vaccination
All dogs, cats and ferrets must be on a leash or in an animal carrier
Animals between 3 months and 1 year of age will receive a 1 year vaccination
Animals over 1 year old with proof of current rabies vaccination will receive a 3 year
Bring current rabies vaccination certificates and rabies tags with you to the clinic
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Saturday, August 9
Organic Athlete Vegan Potluck
12 noon - 2:00 pm
Home at 1351 Highland Street
Vegan potluck where like-minded people will consider forming a local chapter
of Organic Athlete.
For more information contact Yony at 614-565-8848
Dog Wash
12:00 noon - 4:00 pm
Starbucks 1315 W. Lane Ave.
$10 dog wash/$5 nail trim
To Benefit: Animal Outreach
Cornhole Tournament
Registration 11:30 am Tournament begins 1:00 pm
Hooters of Hilliard
5335 Nike Station Road
First Place $500
Second Place $250
Thirst Place $50
32 team double elimination
$50 per team entry
To Benefit: Humane Society of Madison County
5/3 Community Block Party
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
corner of Gender & Refugee
Canal Winchester
Fun family event with adoptable dogs from the Franklin County Dog Shelter
Adoption Events
Central Ohio Sheltie - 12 noon - 2:00 pm- Moochies - Tuttle Mall
Cat Welfare - 12 noon - 3:00 pm - PetPeople - Clintonville
Friends for Life - 11:00 am - 4:00 pm - Petsmart - Grove City
HandMeDownDobes - 12 noon - 2:00pm - Top Dog Day Care - 1965 Hard Road
A.D.O.P.T. - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm - Petsmart - Rome Hilliard
Franklin County Dog Shelter - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Petsmart - Easton
Franklin County Dog Shelter - 12 noon - 2:00 pm - PetPeople- Clintonville
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Sunday, August 10
Mingle with our Mutts Delaware
12:00 noon - 2:00 pm
Bark til Dark Dog Park
1277 Hills-Miller Road
Delaware
Adoption event with various rescues
Adoption Events
Franklin County Dog Shelter - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Moochie & Co. - Tuttle Mall
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Tuesday, August 12
Pet Loss Support Group
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Cord Camera 4784 N. High Street By meeting with others in the Pet Loss Support Group
you can begin to answer some of your questions and and learn ways to cope with the pain.
The Pet Loss Support Group is available at no charge to anyone who needs it.
You may come to as few or as many sessions as you wish.
For more information call: Dorothy Hall at 614-895-3416 or 614-882-9338
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Wednesday, August 13
Howl at the Moon
8:45 pm
Prairie Oaks Metro Park
Hike 2 miles with or without your canine friend as the moon rises over the lakes.
Meet: Darby Bend Lakes
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Thursday, August 14
Ales for Tales
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Gresso's Pub and Grill
961 S. High Street
Sample 4 different Sam Adams beers and give your feedback on 2 yet to be released
labels that are currently being test marketed. Complementary munchies.
Weather permitting, pups welcome and tasting will take place on the patio.
In the event of rain, tasting will take place in Gresso's indoor party room.
$20.00 admission space is limited make your reservation
To Benefit: Friends of the Shelter
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Friday, August 15
Garage Sale
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
4095 Kendale
Columbus, 43220
Sale continues tomorrow
To Benefit: Pets without Parents
Dogs on Deck
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Lodge Bar
165 Vine St
All dogs and their people are invited
Food and drink specials
50/50 raffle, door prizes
To Benefit: Ohio Pug Rescue
Howl at the Moon
8:00 pm
Highbanks Metro Park
Bring your canine friends and join us for a 3.5 mile hike.
Meet: Nature Center
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Saturday, August 16
Whole Foods Dog Days of Summer
2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Whole Foods Market
3670 W. Dublin Granville Road
Dog Wash, Pet Adoption and Contests! (On the Patio)
This place is goin' to the dogs! We're rollin' out the red carpet for our
four-legged friends during this celebration of canine wonder! Pick up pet food samples, watch a live pet food taste test or donate a few bucks at our pup washing station
(all money raised will be donated to pet-minded organizations). Adoptable dogs and
cats will be onsite for you to take home. Or bring your own little fur ball and try to
fetch a prize by participating in one of our contests (register at customer service)
3:00 p.m. Pet/Owner Look Alike Contest
3:45 p.m. Talent Contest
4:30 p.m. Pet Fashion Show/Contest
Bark at the Blues 5k Run
8 :00 am - 5k run
8:15 race/walk no jogging or running
9:00 am family walk - leash dogs welcome
9:30 Kids Run
Blues Creek Preserve
9627 Fontanelle Road
Ostrander, Ohio
$25.00 includes event t-shirt and participation
$10.00 kids under age 12
To Benefit: Preservation Parks and Humane Society of Delaware County
Canal Winchester Farmers Market
9:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Main Street Canal Winchester
Meet dogs for adoption from the Franklin County Dog Shelter
Garage Sale
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
4095 Kendale
Columbus, 43220
To Benefit: Pets without Parents
Walk and Woof
6:00 pm
Glacier Ridge Metro Park
Bring your canine friend on a 2.5 miles hike.
Meet: Picnic shelter
Adoption Events
Central Ohio Greyhound - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Complete Petsmart - Westerville
Cat Welfare - 12 noon - 3:00 pm - PetPeople - Gahanna
Friends for Life - 11:00 am - 4:00 pm - Petsmart - Grove City
Franklin County Dog Shelter - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Petsmart - Easton
Franklin County Dog Shelter - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm - PetPeople - Grandview
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Sunday, August 17
Mingle With Our Mutts
12 Noon - 2:00 pm
Huge adoption event with dogs for adoption from various organizations
Franklin County Dog Shelter
1731 Alum Creek Drive
Adoption Events
Central Ohio Sheltie - 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm - Petco - Olentangy
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Tuesday, August 19
Sunny 95 Breakfast Break
7:30 am - 9:00 pm
Location TBA
Have breakfast with dogs from the Franklin County Dog Shelter
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Wednesday, August 20
Sunny95 Listener Lunch
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Location TBA
Music, lunch and dogs from the Franklin County Dog Shelter
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Thursday, August 21
Milkbone Make a Moment Mobile Tour
3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Alum Creek Dog Park
Join Milkbone as it celebrates it's 100th birthday
Details to Follow: Alum Creek Dog Park
KFC Protest
6:30 pm - 7:45 pm
2700 N. High Street
Join Mercy for Animals in speaking out against KFC's cruel treatment of chickens.
Posters, banners and leaflets will be provided.
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Friday, August 22
Westerville Dog Days
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Uptown Westerville.
It's a doggie paradise in Uptown Westerville! The Westerville Visitors and Convention
and Visitors Bureau and The Capital Area Humane Society's Ambassador's Group invite dogs and their people to enjoy a great evening including The Mutt March and The Best
on the Street Dog Show, sponsored by Captivating Canines. Join MilkboneŽ as it celebrates its 100th Anniversary with dog agility events, contests, a photo station
and more! Vendors will offer a wide variety of products and services for hounds and humans and dog rescue groups will have information available on many different breeds.
OPR Yard Sale
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
490 E. North Broadway
To Benefit: Ohio Pug Rescue
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Saturday, August 23
Wag
wag
11:00am - 5:00 pm
Prairie Oaks Metro Park
Darby Bend Lakes Area
Free Admission
Grab your BFF (Best Furry Friend) and head to Wag! where you'll find a full day
of activities and treats for the entire family- including Fido! Find everything for
you and your family's best friend.
Dog-related exhibits and activities
Learn from the experts and see the latest in doggie fashion at the Take A Bow-Wow Stage
See what dogs can do! - Agility and rescue demonstrations
Dogs can take a dip at the Water Bark Beach
Identify what type of dog is best for your family and home at the PetPeople Meet the
Breed Pavilion presented by the Franklin County Dog Shelter
Support the Capital Area Humane Society by signing up for the WAG! Wilderness Walk
Canine caricatures
Product samples and treats
Concession available for animals of the two-legged variety
And much more for your whole doggone family!
CHA Dog Jog 5k and Fun Walk
8:30 am Registration
9:30 am - Fun Run and Walk
10:00 am -1:00 pm -Family Health Fair
Nationwide Plaza
Join CHA Animal Shelter for their 18th Annual Dog Jog, Fun Walk and 5k. Bring your
own dog to participate or "rent" a CHA dog for the morning.
$25:00 entry fee includes Dog Jog shirt for the first 500.
Register online at CHA Dog Jog
To Benefit: Citizens for Humane Action
Woofstock
cdc
1 Day of Dogs & Music
11:00 am - 8:00 pm Rain or Shine.
Camp Mary Orton
7925 N. High Street (just north of 270 on High)
$15.00 admission fee - kids 12 & under free
Great Music
Hiking on 167 acres
Huge in-ground swimming pool
Incredible Edible Sand Art
Face Painting by Funhouse Faces
Dance Plus Ballroom
Dog Agility
Broadway Bound Dance Team
Giant Slide for the Kids
Food, Beer, Ice Cream
and many vendors
Spay/neutered on leash dogs welcome.
To Benefit: Columbus Dog Connection
Las Vegas Nite
5:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Powell Municipal Building Powell Ohio
$5.00 cover charge
Food and Beverages
Texas Hold'em
5-7 card stud
Blackjack (blackjack seating is $5.00 for the evening)
To Benefit: Cozy Cat Cottage
Northarlington Animal Clinic Yard Sale
5011 Dierker Road (off Henderson Rd)
Proceeds to benefit: Capital Area Humane Society
Adoption Events
Central Ohio Sheltie - 12 noon - 2:00 pm - Pet Supplies Plus - Lane Ave & E. Broad
Cat Welfare - 12 noon - 3:00 pm - PetPeople - Dublin
Friends for Life - 11:00 am - 4:00 pm - Petsmart- Grove City
Franklin County Dog Shelter - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Petsmart - Easton
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Monday, August 25
Free Vegetarian Dinner and
A Christian Vegetarian Perspective Talk
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Columbus Metropolitan Main Library Auditorium
Join Mercy For Animals for a delicious, free vegetarian dinner and talk by Christian Vegetarian Association founder Dr. Steve Kaufmann.
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Tuesday, August 26
Pet Loss Support Group
7:00 - 8:30 pm
Cord Camera 4784 N. High Street By meeting with others in the Pet Loss Support Group you can begin to answer some of your questions and and learn ways to cope with the pain. The Pet Loss Support Group is available at no charge to anyone who needs it. You may come to as few or as many sessions as you wish. For more information call: Dorothy Hall
at 614-895-3416 or 614-882-9338
Sunny 95 Block Party
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Pickerington location TBA
Music, food and dogs from the Franklin County Dog Shelter
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Friday, August 29
Adoption Events
Almost Home - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm - PetCo - 1647 Olentangy River Road
Friends for Life - 11:00 am - 4:00 pm - Petsmart - Grove City
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Saturday August 30
Adoption Events
Franklin County Dog Shelter - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Petsmart - Easton