for one fab-fun evening at the city’s trendsetting Buckhead Atlanta. Ticket price includes cocktails, appetizers, a silent auction and the fashion show. Benefiting Canine Assistance. Please no dogs, per Buckhead Atlanta property, except those in the show! Cocktail attire. 5th annual Bikes and Barks, June 4, 8am - 2:30pm, 2900 University Parkway, Lawrenceville. Canine Pet Rescue 2016 Charity Motorcycle Ride and BBQ. The Lawrenceville Police Motorcycle Squad will escort this ride from The Gwinnett County Detention Center 2900 University Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA and ending at Big Sky Farm / Canine Pet Rescue. caninepetrescue.com May
Cinco de Weimo, May 1, 3 pm - 6 pm, Los Bravos, Powers Ferry Road Southeast, Marietta This event will be the 3rd annual fundraiser for Atlanta Weimaraner Club Rescue. It’s a great way to spend an afternoon with your best friend, enjoying the food, drink and meeting new people. Lots of door prizes and fun games. Bring the kids! atlantalovesweims.org Woof Stock 2016, May 7, Town Center Avenue, Suwanee. Pet Party In The Park May 2016 The 11th annual Woofstock, Frisbee Dog Demo, Dock Diving, LIVE Music, Hundreds of Pet Vendors, Pet Adoptions, Pet Contests, Inflatables for the Kids, Food Trucks, Fun For the Whole Family, FREE! woofstockatl.com Atlanta Pet Life
Taking Action for Animals, June 17, 9am - 7pm, Hyatt Regency-Crystal City, 2799 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Arlington, Virginia. TAFA i s the premier conference for animal advocacy. From seasoned activists to newcomers, TAFA has something for everyone! humanesociety.org
FURever Fest Spring, May 14, 10 am - 4 pm, 1060 Al Bishop Dr, Marietta. A fun, free, family event features vendors with animal related businesses, services, and organizations that provide education and information on responsible pet ownership A K-9 officer and the handler will demonstrate the skills these dogs provide as a member of the police force. A DJ and hot dog vendor will round out the event. Benefiting Cobb County Animal Control. cobbanimalcontrol.org PAWfest, May 14, 10 am - 4 pm, 2500 Sawyer Pkwy SW, Snellville. For information on PAWfest sponsorship or vendor opportunities, please email pawfest@gwinnetthumane.com For The Love of Bulldogs, May 14, 4790 Wright Drive Southeast, Smyrna. Presented by Dogma Dog Care. info@dogmadogcare.com June Doggies on the Catwalk, June 4, 7pm - 10 pm, 3035 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta. The event includes high fashion, celebrity models but the real stars of the evening are the doggies for adoption, carried and strutted down the catwalk, all together 28
5th Annual ART, BARKS & PURRS, June 25, 10 am 4pm, 1060 Al Bishop Drive, Marietta. Animal related crafts made by local arts and crafts vendors. Benefiting the Cobb County Animal Control. cobbanimalcontrol.org The Best Friends National Conference, July 14 - July 17, Salt Palace Convention Center, West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT. An animal-focused gathering like no other. Where animal welfare leaders and learners from across the country and beyond come together to connect and create meaningful change on behalf of homeless pets. Innovative fundraising and marketing strategies to the latest and greatest efforts in animal care and behavior, each session & discussion will leave you inspired and armed with the information and resources you need to save lives in your community. bestfriends.org