Upcoming Events
March
| 50th Annual Indianapolis Flower and Patio Show
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| When: |
March 8th - 16th, 2008; Monday - Saturday, 10am - 9pm; Sunday, 10am - 6pm
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| Where: |
Indiana State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis
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| Additional Information: |
'A Red Carpet Affair' is the theme for this year's 50th Annual Flower and Patio show, which features over 450 exhibitors and 28 gardens,
inspired by movie classics. This event attracts over 100,000 visitors, many of whom stop by our booth to visit and learn about greyhound
adoption. This is the biggest show we participate in, and many volunteers are needed! To volunteer, or for more information,
contact Sharon Murphy at Sharon_Murphy@GPAIndy.org.
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April
| Dirty Dogs 'N Suds |
| When: |
Saturday, April 12, 2008; 10am - 4pm
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| Where: |
Healthy Hounds, 9809 Fall Creek Road, Indianapolis, IN 46256
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| Additional Information: |
Time for spring cleaning and that includes your hounds! Tom Kortie and his rescued racers, Hanna and Owen, proprietors of Healthy Hounds,
are generously opening their door and bath tubs to benefit GPA Indianapolis. GPA volunteers will wash and dry dogs (any breed) for $10.00 and
ALL proceeds go to GPA. Of course, donations are gladly accepted! Healthy Hounds' 'hydrosurge' bathing system provides your dog with a
soothing massage, while you shop a store filled with Holistic food, a dog bakery, pet necessities AND indulgences, toys, fashions,
and greyt things for you, too. We need volunteers to staff this event! Shifts will be 3 hours in length. To volunteer, or for more
information, please contact Bev Creamer at Bev_Creamer@GPAIndy.org.
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| Greyhound Stress Reduction |
| When: |
Thursday, April 24, 2008, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
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| Where: |
Schwitzer Student Center, University of Indianapolis, 1400 E. Hanna Ave,
Indianapolis, IN
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| Additional Information: |
Here's a chance for us to help some two-legged Greyhounds for a change! Coinciding with finals week, the Student Counseling
Dept. of U of I, has asked GPA Indy to bring our four legged greyhounds to provide some much needed stress relief for their students.
And as we all know, greyhounds exude serenity and calmness! The booth will be inside the Schwitzer building. For more information or
to volunteer, contact Sharon Murphy at Sharon_Murphy@GPAIndy.org.
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| 2008 Earth Day Indiana Festival |
| When: |
Saturday, April 26, 2008, 11am - 4pm
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| Where: |
American Legion Mall, (at North Street, between N. Meridian and N. Pennsylvania) Indianapolis, IN
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| Additional Information: |
This event is one of the nation's largest Earth Day festivals, featuring over 100 exhibits, live music, children's activities, and good food.
Earth Day Indiana is the first free outdoor festival of the year in Indianapolis, and attracted over 20,000 visitors in 2007. Help us
'recycle' hounds into retirement by volunteering! To volunteer, or for more information, contact Sharon Murphy at
Sharon_Murphy@GPAIndy.org.
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| 2008 Petfest Spring Adoption Day The Pet Fest event has been cancelled |
| When: |
Saturday, April 26, 2008, 11am - 5pm
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| Where: |
Indiana State Fairgrounds, 38th St., Indianapolis, IN
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| Additional Information: |
The Spring Pet Fest event has been cancelled by the event organizers. They usually have a Fall event as well,
so keep an eye out this fall for potential volunteer opportunities for Pet Fest.
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May
| Petsmart National Spring Adoption Weekend |
| When: |
Saturday, May 3 and Sunday, May 4, 2008
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| Where: |
Pets Mart Stores in Central Indiana, see Additional Information below for participating stores
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| Additional Information: |
Pets Mart stores where GPA Indianapolis will be participating in this event are the Greenwood, Noblesville, West 86th Street (near 465 in Indy),
and Plainfield stores. Addresses for these store locations can be found in the recurring events section on this page. Recurring Events
In partnership with Petsmart Charities, Petsmart is once again hosting it's National Spring Adoption Weekend. Last year, over 1800
groups participated, and as a result, more than 14,800 pets found homes! Hours are as follows: Greenwood Petsmart, Sat., 1-4pm;
Noblesville Petsmart, Sat., 1-3pm; Plainfield Petsmart, Sat., 1-4pm; and West 86th Street Petsmart, Sun., 2-4pm.
Please contact the respective hosts for more information or to volunteer. The contact information for the hosts at these locations
are also listed in the recurring events section below.
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| University of Indianapolis Alumni Picnic
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| When: |
Saturday, May 31, 11:30 - 1:30, 2008
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| Where: |
University of Indianapolis Campus, 1400 East Hanna Avenue
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| Additional Information: |
The University of Indianapolis has once again invited
their mascots to their alumni picnic! Come out to the shady lawn of Good Hall and enjoy a catered meal, music and the company of greyhounds!
To volunteer, or for more information, contact Sharon Murphy at Sharon_Murphy@GPAIndy.org.
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June
| Scales and Tails Fest - A Celebration of Pets
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| When: |
Saturday, June 7, 11am - 4pm, 2008
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| Where: |
Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington Street, Indianapolis
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| Additional Information: |
A variety of animals, including dogs, cats, miniature horses, and reptiles will be on hand for this event! You will also have the
opportunity to meet veterinarians and representatives of various rescue groups and breed clubs to help determine the right pet for you.
Entertainment will be provided by flying disc dogs, performances by Silly Safari, and take home crafts round out the day! To
volunteer, or for more information, contact
Sharon Murphy at Sharon_Murphy@GPAIndy.org.
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| Heartland Crossing Community Day |
| When: |
Saturday, June 28, 11am - 3pm, 2008
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| Where: |
Heartland Crossing Clubhouse, Camby, IN
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| Additional Information: |
Heartland Crossing is a H-U-G-E community of over 2200 homes and has the distinction of having residences in 3 counties! This year's
Community Day features many non-profit exhibitors including firefighters, EMS, the Lifeline helicoptor, hospitals, and of course,
our greyhounds! A picnic lunch of hamburgers, hot dogs, drinks and chips is provided for volunteers! To volunteer, contact
Sharon Murphy at Sharon_Murphy@GPAIndy.org.
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Recurring Events
For Indianapolis Events click on map or jump to
| Meet & Greet |
| When: |
2nd Saturday of every month, 12:00
PM - 3:00 PM |
| Where: |
Rural King,
1800 S. Ohio St, Martinsville, IN |
| Additional Information: |
If you would like more information or wish to volunteer please contact:
Keith or Earlene Sichting at 765-342-2665 or send email to ESichting@gpaindy.org
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Meet & Greet |
| When: |
2nd Saturday of every month, 1:00
PM - 3:00 PM Event cancelled for April |
| Where: |
Petco,
10025 North Michigan Rd., Carmel, IN |
| Additional Information: |
If you would like more information or wish to volunteer please contact: Mike and Vicki Silver
at MV_Silver@gpaindy.org. |
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Meet & Greet |
| When: |
3rd Saturday of every month,
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Note that time has changed for this event |
| Where: |
Pet Products Super Store,
11701 Fox Rd. (Geist area), Indianapolis, IN |
| Additional Information: |
If you would like more information or wish to volunteer please contact:
Nenette and Sean Jessup at
NS_Jessup@gpaindy.org. |
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