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

Swing by Blackstone Square in South End at from 5:00 – 6:00pm on Saturday, December 6th.  Stop by ARL’s table to learn more about our adoptable animals – and snag a treat for your pup! For the 29th year, the Mayor's Enchanted Trolley Tour will continue the festive tradition of lighting holiday trees while bringing holiday spirit to children across Boston. The event is sponsored by Bank of America, and includes visits with Santa, tree lightings, and more. This year, the Mayor's Enchanted Trolley Tour will start on Saturday, December 6, and end on Sunday, December 7, in neighborhoods throughout

On Sunday, December 7th at 7:30pm, enjoy the magic of the season with Boston Pops, Tanglewood Festival Chorus - and a surprise appearance from ARL!  Check back here soon for details. Get cozy with classics like “Jingle Bells,” “The 12 Days of Christmas,” and “Sleigh Ride” by purchasing tickets today https://www.bso.org/events/holiday-pops-2025?performance=2025-12-07-19%3A30 About:  Led by conductor Keith Lockhart, the Boston Pops, known affectionately as “America’s Orchestra,” performs an exciting and eclectic mix of orchestral arrangements from a wide range of traditions including Broadway and the great American songbook, film music, classical, jazz, pop, country, folk, and, of course, holiday classics. The

South End Business Alliance warmly invites you to our annual South End Holiday Stroll on Wednesday, December 10th from 4–8pm! The Animal Rescue League of Boston will be “popping-up” at Polkadog located at 256 Shawmut Avenue with information about our adoptable animals, dog training courses, Boston Veterinary Care (ARL’s outpatient clinic with a mission), and more! This festive evening is a celebration of shopping, dining and holiday cheer throughout Boston's South End. Come explore beautifully decorated shops, enjoy seasonal bites + drinks, and find unique holiday gifts. This year promises to be our most joyful yet, featuring a Jolly Trolley and our second annual South End