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Recurring Doggie Activities:

K-9 Playtime Inc.
Saturdays, 9am - 11am, 403 Washington Blvd. Unit 1, Mundelein IL, 847-970-PLAY

Pet Loss and Grief Support Group
Thursdays, 6pm - 7:30pm, The Anti-Cruelty Society, 169 W. Grand, Chicago
ACS hosts a pet loss support group for people coping with the death of a pet. The sessions are led by Connie Steutzer, LCSW, who has 20 years experience in grief support work. The group meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. The group is free, but pre-registration is required for the first visit. www.anticruelty.org

Small Dog Play Date
Sundays, 2pm, Spotland Yard, 907 N. Damen Ave., Chicago
This new dog boutique is having small dog playdates every Sunday at 2pm. To rsvp for the playdate or for more info: 773-698-6087.

 

Wine Tasting
Friday, March 5th, 5pm - 10pm, Vine Tasting, 123 Main St., Roselle
Benefits Midwest Lab Retriever Rescue. 5pm - 7pm: $25 to sample wines. 6pm - 8pm: $10 for all you can eat pizza, salad and sandwich buffet. www.midwestlabrescue.org

8th Annual Tropical Tails
Saturday, March 6th, 5:30pm, Northern IL University's Duke Ellington Ballroom, Dekalb
Tropical dinner, silent auction, dancing and awards. Don your island togs and join us! $55/person. Tickets must be bought in advance. Info: bdrake@tailshumanesociety.org

HELP's 7th Annual Dinner and Auction
Saturday, March 6th, 6:30pm - 11:30pm, Fox Valley Country Club, 2500 N. River Rd./Route 25, North Aurora
$45/person includes choice of prime rib or vegetarian meal and complimentary coffee and tea. Cash Bar. Benefits Homes for Endangered and Lost Pets (HELP). Tickets must be bought in advance. Info: Jane - 630-466-7244 or kawikajohnson@sbcglobal.net.

Fur Ball 2010
Saturday, March 6th, 7pm, Jefferson Area Business Center, 218 Wisconsin Dr., Jefferson, WI
The Mai Tais are ready. The theme is set. We're having a luau you'll never forget. $75/person. Silent auction begins at 7pm and the live auction is at 9pm. Attire is hawaiian or black tie or whatever you desire. Food and drinks included. Tickets must be bought in advance. Benefits the Humane Society of Jefferson County. For info: Lisa - 920-674-2048.

Canine/Feline CPR Training
Sunday, March 7th, 12pm - 4pm, Playful Paws Doggy Day Care, 680 Milwaukee Ave., Prospect Heights
The fee is $10/person for a CPR video then practice on the animal resusitator "dummies." This is a fundraiser for the Greater Chicago Cavalier Rescue. Linda Raphael has graciously donated her time to help GCCR. Contact gccr.signup@att.net to reserve your space.

HAM-Bingo
Monday, March 8th, 8pm - 10pm, Hamburger Mary's, 5400 N. Clark, Chicago
Come out for a night of Bingo, food, drinks and prizes! All proceeds will benefit the homeless animals of ALIVE Rescue. Monday specials at Hamburger Mary's include $5 Sauza Margarita pints, $5 Frozen Sauza Margarita mugs, $3 Bud Light w/lime and $2 Jello Shots. www.aliverescue.org

Small Dog Indoor Play Date
Sunday, March 14th, 3:30 - 5:30pm, Stay Dog Hotel, 4130 N. Rockwell, Chicago
Join the Chicago Off Leash Dog Recreation Meet-Up Group for this indoor play time for dogs under 30 lbs. The cost is $5 per person to cover the cost of the space. Any money collected over $100 will be donated to PAWS Chicago. Advanced reservations requested at http://www.chicagooffleash.com/calendar/12554837/

Sit! Stay! Drink! Shop!
Saturday, March 20th, 12 - 4pm, Christofle, 900 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago
Please join us for a special cocktail reception and shopping event to benefit PetsZercize and Canine Therapy Corps. 20% of the day's proceeds will go toward both charities. To rsvp, contact store manager,. Martin Oliver at 312-664-9700 or via email at pavillon.chicago@christofle.com. www.caninetherapycorps.org

7th Annual Doggie Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 27th, 10am - 12pm, Horner Park, 2741 W. Montrose, Chicago
Cost is $5 per dog. Meet the big white Bunny and look for hidden eggs. There will also be refreshments and info tables from area doggie businesses and organizations. 773-478-3499

Hound Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 27th, 11am, Towne Square, 150 W. Palatine Rd., Palatine
Pre-register your dog for $6. On leash dogs will hunt for eggs filled with treats and have their photo taken with the Hound Egg Hunt Bunny. Call the Park District for info: 847-991-0333.

2nd Annual Hop Around the Shops
Sunday, March 28th, 12 - 4pm, Southport Ave., btw. Belmont and Irving Park, Chicago
The businesses along Southport Avenue's shopping corridor are teaming up with Chicago Canine Rescue Foundation to help homeless dogs find loving homes and raise awareness about adopting a shelter animal. This FREE neighborhood event offers shopping discounts, and egg "hunt" for freebies, family entertainment and the opportunity to meet many adoptable dogs from CCRF. Kids are invited to enjoy face painting, sidewalk coloring, balloons and a meet and greet with the Easter Bunny. For more info, please contact Candace Canty at 312-371-7827 or visit www.chicagocaninerescue.org

Bow-Wow & Cosmic Cat Bowling
Sunday, March 28th, 5:30pm, River Rand Bowl, 191 S. River Rd., Des Plaines
Help the animals and have some fun! Join us for bowling, pizza, dessert, games and raffles. $25 per person in advance, $30 day of event. RSVP by March 22nd at www.HeartlandAnimalShelter.net via paypal or by mail with a check to: Heartland Animal Shelter, C/O Bow-Wow Bowling, 2975 Milwaukee Ave., Northbrook IL 60062

Happy Hour to benefit Feline Friends' Veterinary Care Fund
Monday, March 29th, 6 - 8pm, Small Bar, 1415 W. Fullerton, Chicago
The businesses along Southport Avenue's shopping corridor are teaming up with Chicago Canine Rescue Foundation to help h
$20 donation at the door. Complimentary appetizers. Cash bar with drink specials. Silent Auction. rsvp to Toni at 312-388-7008 or to Lisa at eward@spencerstuart.com

 

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