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SUMMARY:Buffalo Exchange Tokens for Bags® Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION: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 over 19.65 million plastic bags from the landfill. Learn more. \nMassachusetts Buffalo Exchange Locations \n\nBrookline location\n\nSomerville location
URL:https://www.arlboston.org/event/buffalo-exchange-tokens-for-bags-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Buffalo Exchange\, 238 Elm St\, Somerville\, MA\, 02144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boston
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SUMMARY:Mayor's Enchanted Trolley Tour
DESCRIPTION: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! \nFor 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. \nThis year\, the Mayor’s Enchanted Trolley Tour will start on Saturday\, December 6\, and end on Sunday\, December 7\, in neighborhoods throughout Boston. ( *Please note that no one rides the trolley apart from working staff and the Christmas characters. ) \nLocation: Blackstone Square\, 1535 Washington St\, Boston\, MA 02118
URL:https://www.arlboston.org/event/mayors-enchanted-trolley-tour/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Boston
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ORGANIZER;CN="City of Boston":MAILTO:animalcontrol@boston.gov
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SUMMARY:Holiday Boston Pops
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nGet 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 \n\nAbout:  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 Pops was created in 1885 as the “light classical” summer season venture of the Boston Symphony. The Boston Pops Orchestra reached its current iconic status during the 50-year tenure of the legendary Arthur Fiedler\, who was succeeded in 1980 by the equally renowned film composer John Williams. Keith Lockhart took the helm in 1995. It was Fiedler who started the tradition of Pops performances on the Charles River Esplanade\, including the annual Fourth of July celebration\, brought the Pops to television with Evening at Pops (1970-2004)\, and initiated Holiday Pops\, which marked its 50th anniversary in 2023. Fiedler welcomed to our stages dynamic\, world-class guest artists including Ella Fitzgerald\, Dizzy Gillespie\, Julia Child\, and Bob Hope. That tradition continues today with Keith Lockhart working with such stars as Brian Stokes Mitchell\, The B-52s\, Chaka Khan\, Nick Jonas\, and Rhiannon Giddens. With the Pops\, Keith has made 81 television shows\, led 45 national and 5 overseas tours\, led the Pops at several high-profile sporting events including the Super Bowl\, and recorded fourteen albums. Through it all the orchestra has remained of the most recorded\, familiar\, and beloved ensembles in the world today.
URL:https://www.arlboston.org/event/holiday-boston-pops/
LOCATION:Symphony Hall\, 301 Massachusetts Ave\, Boston\, MA\, 02115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boston
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SUMMARY:Hill’s “Sweet 16” Adoption Event
DESCRIPTION:The Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) teaming up with Hill’s Pet Nutrition for an adoption campaign from December 9 through December 14\, 2025. The event is part of Hill’s “Sweet 16 Million Adoptions Celebration\,” which honors the milestone of 16 million pet adoptions supported by the Hill’s Food\, Shelter & Love program since its inception in 2002. \nThe Hill’s Food\, Shelter & Love program provides discounted\, science-led nutrition to over 1\,000 North American animal shelters every day\, including for the dogs and cats at ARL As a proud partner of the program\, ARL is excited to join shelters nationwide in celebrating this achievement and help deserving shelter pets find homes this holiday season. \nAdoption Event Details\nFrom December 9 through December 14\, 2025\, adoption fees for select adult pets at ARL’s Boston Animal Care & Adoption Center are waived. Plus\, every new pet parent goes home with a specialized kit to start their journey off right. Search adoptable animals now.
URL:https://www.arlboston.org/event/hills-sweet-16-adoption-event/
LOCATION:10 Chandler Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adoption Events,Boston
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Rescue League of Boston":MAILTO:advancement@arlboston.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T160000
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SUMMARY:South End Holiday Stroll
DESCRIPTION:South End Business Alliance warmly invites you to our annual South End Holiday Stroll on Wednesday\, December 10th from 4–8pm! \nThe 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! \nThis 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. \nThis year promises to be our most joyful yet\, featuring a Jolly Trolley and our second annual South End Holiday Raffle! \nPlan your night with our interactive map!
URL:https://www.arlboston.org/event/south-end-holiday-stroll-2/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Boston
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SUMMARY:The Fun and Exciting World of Animals
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Boston Public Library’s Mattapan Branch for our series “The Fun and Exciting World of Animals”. Each month\, the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) team will be on-site discussing a fun animal-themed topic. No registration is required.
URL:https://www.arlboston.org/event/the-fun-and-exciting-world-of-animals-12/
LOCATION:Boston Public Library – Mattapan\, 1350 Blue Hill Ave\, Mattapan\, MA\, 02126\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boston,Boston Public Library
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ORGANIZER;CN="Boston Public Library":MAILTO:ask@bpl.org
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SUMMARY:Holiday Dog Adoption Event at Victory Point in Marina Bay
DESCRIPTION:Join the Animal Rescue League of Boston (ARL) and Quincy Animal Shelter for a festive holiday adoption event at Victory Point Bar & Grill on December 20\, 2025\, from 12–2pm! \nStop by the function room to meet adorable adoptable dogs\, chat with shelter staff\, and learn how you can make a difference this season. We’ll also be accepting donations of essential pet supplies to help animals in need.
URL:https://www.arlboston.org/event/holiday-adoption-event-at-victory-point-in-marina-bay/
LOCATION:Victory Point Bar & Grill\, 332 Victory Rd\, Quincy\, MA\, 02171\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adoption Events,Boston
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