Calendar of Events: December 2008
Thursday December 4, 2008
4 to 8 p.m.
Ornaments for Animals
Prism Glass Gallery &Cafe 297 Commercial St. (Rt. 1), Rockport.
An open house that is also an opportunity for guests to support the Camden-Rockport Animal Rescue League. Free appetizers and wine will be provided. Guests may bid on silent auction items donated by dozens of area businesses and individuals, and all proceeds will benefit the shelter. Guests may also support the shelter by "adopting" a shelter resident from the Animal Angel Tree and choosing in what way they wish to support that animal and his/her fellow residents. In addition, the purchase of homemade cookies will support the shelter, along with 10% of the proceeds from sales of handblown glass ball ornaments. Guests may pamper themselves while helping shelter animals if they choose, and receive complimentary treatments offered by employees of Camden's Beauty Mark Spa because all "tips" will be donated to the shelter. FMI: 230-0061 or apsmereck@att.net.
Saturday December 6, 2008
Noon to 2 p.m.
Santa is coming to town!
Lazy Bones, 42 Cushing St., Brunswick.
Santa will take pictures with your dog(s)! Please bring your own camera and a minimum $5.00 donation which will go to our friends at the Coastal Maine Great Dane Rescue. We will have accessories and Santa's helpers will be here for assistance. FMI:lazybonesdog.com or 373-9098.
Saturday,Dec. 6, 10 a.m. to Noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, Noon to 3 p.m.
Sit with Santa
Planet Dog Company Store, 211 Marginal Way, Portland.
Kids and dogs are invited to have their photos taken with Santa. The cost is $15.00 for a sitting with Santa. One image will be provided in a greeting card, and all of them burned to a cd for pick-up later. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Planet Dog Foundation which supports canine service programs nationwide. A photographer will be taking the photos and a box of "costumes" will be
provided for interested dogs (antlers, etc.). Free refreshments for the kids and dogs will also be provided (cider and animal crackers and dog treats and water). FMI:563-7695, katie@planetfriendlypr.com, 761-1515, or kristen@planetdog.com.
Noon to 4 p.m.
Santa Paws is Coming to Town!
The Animal House, 372 Main Street, Damariscotta.
Renowned local photographer Ronn Orenstein will be taking professional photos of your pet(s) with Santa. Sitting fee is waived; families are welcome to choose the photo package that best suits them. Children are welcome, as are well-behaved pets in carriers or on leash. FMI: 563-5595 or info@theanimalhous.net
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Santa Pet Photo
PetCo, Bangor.
We will be taking photos of pets with Santa. The photos will cost around $9.00, $5.00 of which will go directly to BONES. FMI: pilvines@yahoo.com.
Sunday December 7, 2008
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Rabies & Microchip Clinic!
North Berwick Community Center, Lebanon Road in North Berwick.
ALL towns are welcomed! The cost is $10 per vaccine.Dogs must be on leashes, Cats and Ferrets in carriers.
To benefit Another Chance Animal Rescue. FMI: boomer@acanimalrescue.org.
Noon to 2 p.m.
Holiday Open House
Greater Androscoggin Humane Society, 55 Strawberry Avenue, Lewiston.
FMI: 783-2311.
Monday December 8, 2008
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Mini Mutt Mingle
Dinky Dogs Social Club, 1050 Congress St., Portland.
Come celebrate the holiday season at this festive yappy hour. Great times for people and their friendly dogs (up to 18" tall). Please RSVP. FMI: dinkydogs.biz or 774-7704.
Dec 20 & 21
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Holiday Photos at PetSmart
PetSmart, Biddeford.
Holiday Pictures of your Pet with Santa from 11 - 3 and makes a donation to Animal Welfare Society for every photo! Mobile Adoption Team with Mr. and Mrs. Canine Claus will be onsite for visits and photos. FMI: 985-3244.
Tuesday December 9, 2008
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Wellness Clinic
Pet Quarters, 45 Wells Plaza, Wells.
FMI: 641-0620.
4 to 6 p.m.
Wellness Clinic
Pet Quarters, 486 Payne Rd., Scarborough.
Cats Only. FMI: 885-5005.
Thursday December 11, 2008
3 to 6 p.m.
Wellness Clinic
Kennel Shop, 152 Western Avenue #5, Augusta.
FMI: 623-2939.
Saturday December 13, 2008
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Holiday Open House at the Thee Privilege Pet
Thee Privileged Pet Route 1, York.
A Holiday Open House. Join the Mobile Adoption Team from AWS as they celebrate the season at a Satellite Adoption Centers. FMI: 985-3244.
December 13 & 14
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Holiday Photos at PetSmart
PetSmart, Biddeford.
PetSmart offers Holiday Pictures of your Pet with Santa and makes a donation to Animal Welfare Society for every photo! Mobile Adoption Team with Mr. and Mrs. Canine Claus will be on site for visits and photos. FMI: 985-3244
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Low-Cost Microchip Clinic
Kamp K9, 30 County Rd, Scarborough.
The Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland and Kamp K9 are sponsoring this clinic with poceeds to benefit the Animal Refuge League. People can have their pets microchipped and registered with HomeAgain for the one low cost of $30 each. Pre-registration is required. FMI:kounsellor@maine.rr.com or 839-9663.
3 to 6 p.m.
Wellness Clinic
Pet Quarters, 765 Rossevelt Trl., Windham.
FMI: 894-7250.
9 a.m. to Noon
Wellness Clinic
Kennel Shop, 20 East Ave., Lewiston.
FMI: 777-1376.
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Christmas Open House
Kennebunk Animal Welfare Society, Holland Rd West Kennebunk.
We are opening our doors and hearts just in time for the Christmas Season. Come have your photo taken with your pet and Santa, available treats, raffles, fun and festivities. FMI:985-3244 or gail@animalwelfaresociety.org.
All day December 13-14.
Holiday Benefit for Dogs Deserve Better
Dom's Barber Shop, Water Street, historic downtown Hallowell. Holiday show and sale of fine art photography by Nancy McGinnis, from bookmarks to framed prints, to benefit Dogs Deserve Better (Maine Chapter). Part of the Christmas in Hallowell celebration. For more information, www.communicado.us.
Sunday December 14, 2008
1 to 3 p.m.
Annual December PUG Party!
Herbert Sargent Community Center, 342 Bennoch Rd, Old Town.
Come join us for some seasonal cheer and let your pugs play! We have raffles, contests and great prizes! Free snacks and beverages too. FMI: 356-8672, Aleefletcher@aol.com or ybcdoula@roadrunner.com
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Chinese Crested Rescue
Petco, 220 Maine Mall Road, South Portland.
Drop in and see us at our informational table to visit with and learn about hairless dogs and their plight for rescue. FMI: 233-6540 or crestedguardians.org.
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Wellness Clinic
Pet Quarters, 486 Payne Rd., Scarborough.
Dogs Only. FMI: 885-5005
9 to 11 a.m. & 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Agility Run Thrus
Wag It Training Center, Lincolnville.
Both a novice and more advanced agility course will be set. Participants get four opportunities to run the courses for practice. Pre registration required as space is limited. FMI 789-5126 or info@wagitinc.com.
Noon to 4 p.m.
Meet the Downeast Dog Scouts at the Ellsworth Downtown Family Festival
Main Street, Ellsworth.
Troop members and their dogs will be available to answer questions about the troop and to educate children and adults about safety around dogs. Children can learn how to approach and greet a dog. FMI:downeastdogscouts@yahoo.com or 266-5807.
Tuesday December 16, 2008
2 to 6 p.m.
Wellness Clinic
Pet Quarters, 147 bath Rd., Brunswick.
FMI: 373-0432.
Thursday December 18, 2008
3 to 6 p.m.
Wellness Clinic
Kennel Shop, 220 Expedition Drive, Scarborough.
FMI: 883-3674.
Saturday December 20, 2008
1:30 p.m.
AWS at the Children's Museum of Maine
Children's Museum of Maine,142 Free Street, Portland.
AWS Humane Educator brings an adoptable animal to Children's Museum of Maine. Meet some great animals, create a craft and learn all about the Animal Welfare Society. FMI: 985-3244.
9 a.m. to Noon
Wellness Clinic
Kennel Shop, 1364 Main Street, Sanford.
FMI: 490-2412.
3 to 6 p.m.
Wellness Clinic
Kennel Shop, 4 Scammon Street #18,Saco.
FMI: 282-2850.
Sunday December 21, 2008
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Wellness Clinic
Pet Quarters, 744 Stillwater Drive, Bangor.
FMI: 947-3791.
Monday December 22, 2008
3 to 6 p.m.
Wellness Clinic
Kennel Shop, 770 Rossevelt Trl., Windham.
FMI: 892-8825.
Tuesday December 23, 2008
10 a.m to Noon
Wellness Clinic
Mother Nature's Pet Center, 561 Maine Ave., Farmingdale.
FMI: 582-3580.
9 a.m. to Noon
Wellness Clinic
Kennel Shop, 91 Auburn St., Portland.
FMI: 797-0779.
Saturday December 27, 2008
3 to 6 p.m.
Wellness Clinic
Kennel Shop, 50 Maine Street, South Portland.
FMI: 799-7282.
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