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Tokens for Bags

Buffalo Exchange Tokens for Bags® Fundraiser

Buffalo Exchange 238 Elm St, Somerville, MA, United States

ARL is happy to announce that we have been selected as a recipient of the Buffalo Exchange Tokens for Bags® program from July through December 2025. You can now support ARL just by shopping at Buffalo Exchange in Somerville and in Brookline. Instead of a plastic bag, the Tokens for Bags® program offers every customer who makes a purchase one “token” valued at five cents (the cost to produce a bag) to donate to one of several local charities selected by the store. The program has generated over $982,840 for hundreds of local nonprofit organizations since 1994 and has saved

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Keep Pets F.E.D. (Full Every Day) Pet Food Drive

Animal Rescue League of Boston - Dedham location 55 Anna's Pl, Dedham, United States

The need is greater than ever. We have already gotten more than 930 calls for pet food, but our resources have been pushed to the limit, and we are struggling to meet the demand. Pets and their families urgently need your help! Goal: 5,000 lbs. of food for local pet families You can fight pet hunger by purchasing critically needed food through our Amazon wish list or Chewy wish list. Unopened, unexpired, shelf-stable pet food may also be dropped off at any of our three locations in Boston, Dedham, or Brewster (Cape Cod), Wednesday through Sunday, from 1:00pm to 6:00pm. We need unopened, unexpired, shelf-stable pet food

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J.McLaughin Shopping Event

J.McLAUGHLIN 39 Market Street, Mashpee, United States

Back-to-school (or work) shopping? Swing by J.McLaughlin's Beacon Hill store from 11am - 5pm on Saturday, September 13, 2025 and say "hi" to ARL representatives, who will be on-site with information about ARL's programs and the adoptable animals in our Boston and Dedham Animal Care & Adoption Centers!    

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Footprints of Boston

Boston Common 139 Tremont St, Boston, MA, United States

Visit ARL's table at the "Footprints of Boston" event at the iconic Brewer Fountain on the Boston Common on Monday, September 15, 2025, from 12pm - 8pm. Learn more about ARL's adoptable animals and critical programs aimed at keeping pets together with their families. Adoptable dogs from ARL's Boston Animal Care & Adoption Center may also be stopping by (weather pending). Footprints of Boston is a 14-week cultural activation series, where local businesses, creatives, artisans, and community groups to bring their flavor, craft, or cause to the heart of the city of Boston.

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Barks in the Park

Brooks Park 1 Oak St, Harwich, MA, United States

The Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) is pleased to participate in the first Annual Barks in the Park event in Harwich. This free, fun-filled event is for pet lovers and families, featuring a wide variety of attractions including pet fashion paw-rade, live music, and food trucks. Dogs are welcome but must be vaccinated and leashed. No retractable leashes are permitted. More information about this event.

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Provincetown Fire Station

Provincetown Fire Station 254 Commercial St, Provincetown, MA, United States

If you find yourself strolling down Commercial Street in Provincetown on Saturday, September 20, 2025, swing by the Provincetown Fire Station for a dog treat - and learn more about the adoptable animals at ARL's Cape Cod Animal Care & Adoption Center in Brewster.

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Wild Bill’s Animal Rescue | Cape Cod Classic

Dennis Pines Golf Course 50 Golf Course Rd, South Dennis, MA, United States

Swing for a Cause — Golf Outing Benefiting the Animal Rescue League of Boston A wise man once said, “When you give, you begin to live, you get the world!” Join Bill Cellini for a day of golf, good times, and giving back to our furry friends! As an avid golfer, dog lover, and community enthusiast, Bill is excited to host this special outing in support of the Animal Rescue League of Boston's Tom Kingman Memorial Campus, Cape Cod Animal Care & Adoption Center. Enjoy a fun-filled scramble on the course, connect with fellow golfers, and help make a difference

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Pet Tea Dance

The Boatslip 161 Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA, United States

It's Pet Appreciation Weekend 2025 at The Boatslip in Provincetown, which means ARL will be there! Swing by our table to say hi, grab a (dog) treat, and learn more about the adoptable animals in ARL's Cape Cod Animal Care & Adoption Center in Brewster. Fall head over heels! We’re not talking chamomile and cucumber sandwiches – there’s something far more thrilling in store. 4 PM means it’s time to set the deck chairs aside and bring out the cocktails. It’s around this hour that hoards of P-town devotees flock to the Boatslip and DJ Maryalice, a local favorite for

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Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Hinckley Home Center 138 MA-137, Harwich, MA, United States

Stop by ARL's table during Law Enforcement Appreciation Day at Hinkley Home Center! This event is an incredible opportunity to meet local law enforcement from neighboring towns and a chance to see and explore police vehicles. This dog-friendly event will offer food and entertainment as well!

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Subaru “Share the Love” Pet Adoption Event

Copeland Subaru Hyannis 95 Falmouth Road, Hyannis, MA, United States

The Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) will be on-site at Copeland Subaru in Hyannis on Friday, October 18, 2025 from 9am - 1pm.  Dogs from ARL's Brewster Animal Care & Adoption Center will be available for adoption! Check back soon for more event details. Refreshments will be served.

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Howl-o-ween Pet Parade

Peter's Park Boston, MA, United States

Get ready for a spooktacular event filled with fun activities for you and your furry friends. Dress up your pets in their cutest or scariest costumes and join us for a day of shopping from pet friendly vendors, a pet costume contest parade, dog friendly pumpkin spice lattes, and more! Don't miss out on the chance to win pawsome prizes and make unforgettable memories with your four-legged companions.  Check back here soon for more event information!

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2nd Annual Pawsh Halloween Pup Party & Parade

Charlesgate Park Commonwealth Avenue between Charlesgate E and, Charlesgate W, Boston, MA, United States

Pawsh Dog Boutique is hosting a special Halloween Pup Party & Parade on Sunday, October 19, 2025, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Farmer’s Market in Charlesgate Park. Show off your dog’s best costume and join in on walking in the parade. Check back here soon for the link to purchase tickets for parade entry! Additional Activities Include: Fun Games & Prizes Photos Vendor Booths Live Music