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10/30/2022 – Nassau Barkfest 2022

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Nassau Barkfest

 

Sunday, Oct. 30th, 1 PM – 3 PM

Parking Fields 6 and 6A

Eisenhower Park, East Meadow

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Celebrate Halloween With Your Dog!

Do you and your furry friend love a great Howl-o-ween party? Does your pup want to take part in a Howl-o-ween Costume Parade and perhaps win a great prize? Then come to Nassau Barkfest, Long Island’s largest free pet costume contest and parade at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre at Eisenhower Park!

Dress up your best furry friend in their Howl-o-ween finest–be it pretty, silly, scary or downright ghostly. Nassau Barkfest is guaranteed to offer both of you a good time!

Admission is FREE, but all participants are asked to bring a donation of pet food for families who are facing difficult financial times and need help feeding their pets. Nassau Barkfest is sponsored by the Nassau County SPCA and Long Island’s K98.3 radio station.

All pets must be on a leash.

The event will be held rain or shine.

For more information, please call (516) 603-0252.

.10/2/2022 – Barkin Brunch with LI-DOG at The Refuge

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Barkin’ Brunch with LI-DOG at The Refuge!

Sun., Oct. 9th, 11AM – 3PM

The Refuge, Melville

How does Sunday brunch with your dog on a big patio with tables, umbrellas, delicious omelets, waffles, mimosas and Bloody Mary’s sound? If it sounds great, then join us for Barkin’ Brunch with LI-DOG at The Refuge in Melville! Besides great food, they’ll be drink specials, dog treats, and great raffles generously donated by our sponsors. There’s even a special Doggie Menu for your pup!  This is an important fundraiser for LI-DOG, so please join us. Because of the weather, this event has been rescheduled from Sunday, Oct. 2nd to Sunday, Oct. 9th. For details, go to Barkin’ Brunch with LI-DOG at The Refuge.

10/2/2022 – Barkin Brunch with LI-DOG at The Refuge

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Barkin’ Brunch with LI-DOG at The Refuge!

 

Photo Credit: Joann Garguola

Sunday, October 9th, 11 AM to 3 PM

The Refuge

515 Broadhollow Rd., Melville

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Volunteers Needed!

 

How to find us:
We’ll be out on the patio! Come thru the gate, to the right of the front entrance.

Are you ready to PAWTY?! Does Sunday brunch outside with your pup on a big patio with tables and umbrellas, delicious omelets, waffles, mimosas and Bloody Mary’s sound great? If so, then join us for a Barkin’ Brunch with LI-DOG at The Refuge on Sunday, Oct. 9th! Please note this is a change of date because of the weather.

Besides great food, there’ll be drink specials, dog treats, raffles, and more! Don’t forget to ask for the special Doggie Menu! Visit The Refuge website to review their Brunch and Brunch Cocktail menus.

In order to be seated at a table, you MUST have a reservation. The Refuge strongly recommends making your reservation ahead of time by calling 631-577-4444, but you may still make one when you arrive on a first come, first serve basis. The maximum reservations per table is limited to six guests if not family; ten guests if family.

If you have a reservation, please let the host know that your party has arrived.
Once you and your pup are out on the patio, please stop by the LI-DOG table to sign in and then check out all the great raffle baskets we’ve put together.

This is an important fundraising event for LI-DOG. Please do take a chance on winning one of the GREAT raffle baskets generously donated by our sponsors—Badger Balm, BarkBox, CVS, Dan’s Pet Care, Earth Bath, Earth Rated, East End Café, Glo-mar, Lia’s Cucina Italiana, Lido Kosher Deli, Lieb Cellars, Liquor & Wine Warehouse, Long Island Bagel Cafe, Panera Bread, Stop & Shop, and Tito’s Vodka. Plus, special thanks to Alan Meschkow, Gail Meschkow, Bailey Applebee Dog, and one Anonymous donor for their creative and much appreciated individual donations!

LI-DOG would like to extend special thanks to Tito’s Vodka and The Refuge. Not only is Tito’s donating one of their popular raffle baskets to the event, but we want to thank them and The Refuge for including LI-DOG in the Tito’s x Refuge donation program for Long Island nonprofits! We are so grateful for your generous support!

 

Be part of the fun and volunteer to help LI-DOG!

Volunteer Opportunities include: 

  • Meet-and-greet pet parents and their pups
  • Sell raffle tickets
  • Give out raffle baskets to our winners
  • Help set up and/or take down

Email us at events@lidog.org with Barkin’ Brunch Volunteer in the subject line if you’d like to help. 

PET PARENT ESSENTIALS FOR THE BRUNCH: Make sure to walk your dog outside the venue before entering, bring poop bags, and watch your dog closely. Please note that while well-socialized and fully vaccinated dogs are allowed on the grounds of our venue, ONLY service dogs are permitted to enter the indoor bar/restaurant area.

Brunch Reservations: Call The Refuge at 631-577-4444.

We look forward to seeing you at Barkin’ Brunch with LI-DOG at The Refuge on Sunday, October 9th! Again, please note this is a date change.

10/8/2022 – ARF Stroll to the Sea Dog Walk 2022

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ARF “Stroll to the Sea” Dog Walk

 

Sat., Oct. 8th, 9 AM – 12 PM 
(rain date Oct 9)

Mulford Farm

10 James Lane, East Hampton

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The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons (ARF) will be holding its annual “Stroll to the Sea” Dog Walk, presented by The One Nine Three Group on Saturday, October 8th from 9 AM to 12 PM. The event is a fun, family outing set amidst the beautiful Hamptons fall foliage with the feel of an idyllic country fair. It is intended to promote responsible dog ownership and the work of ARF.

Bring your furry friends and join them for a scenic two-mile walk to the ocean and back starting at Mulford Farm, 10 James Lane in East Hampton.

Dog walkers can register at ARF Hamptons Dog Walk. The pre-registration fee is $35 for adults ($45 day of the event) and FREE for children 10 and under with a registered adult. Donations appreciated.

All registrants receive a FREE event t-shirt, tote bag and refreshments including Starbucks coffee, Dreesen’s Famous Donuts, Goldberg’s Bagels, apples and cider from The Milk Pail, dog treats, and water. This year’s t-shirt once again features original artwork by designer ISAAC MIZRAHI and the morning will include live music with singer/songwriter Sandy Rapp.

There’s more! After the walk there will be contests for you and your dog, a photo booth, FREE nail trimmings and a silent auction with many exciting products, services and experiences for owners and pets.

Founded in 1974, ARF is a leading animal rescue and adoption center on Long Island, helping abandoned cats and dogs locally and in communities across the country and globally.

The ARF Van, which features animals available for adoption, will lead the walkers to the ocean and back.

Gates open at 9 AM, walk starts at 10AM. Or walk anywhere and participate virtually.

For additional information, go to ARF Hamptons on the web or call 631-537-0400.

.10/8/2022 – ARF Stroll to the Sea Dog Walk 2022

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ARF  “Stroll to the Sea” Dog Walk

Sat., Oct. 8th, 9AM to Noon

Mulford Farm, East Hampton

The Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons (ARF) annual “Stroll to the Sea” Dog Walk will take place on Saturday, October 8th. Bring your furry friends and join them for a scenic two-mile walk to the ocean and back starting at Mulford Farm in East Hampton. Enjoy fun contests, prizes, food and live music with Sandy Rapp while raising funds to help the cats and dogs of ARF. Registration starts at $35. For more information, go to ARF Stroll to the Sea Dog Walk!

05/01/2022 – Barkin Brunch at The Refuge

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Barkin’ Brunch at The Refuge

Sundays 11 AM – 3 PM, May through October

The Refuge

515 Broadhollow Rd., Melville, NY
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How does Sunday Brunch on an outdoor patio with your leashed pup sound? If it sounds good, check out Barkin’ Brunch at The Refuge!

Your leashed pup is welcome to enjoy brunch with you at Barkin’ Brunch, which is held at The Refuge in Melville on their outdoor patio on Sundays 11am – 3 pm, May through October, weather permitting. The outdoor area is covered and provides plenty of shade. Besides a great menu for you, there is a special “Pawty Menu” with delicious selections for your pup to enjoy!

Special event brunches run throughout the season. Each features a local rescue/shelter or other dog-related charity group, including LI-DOG, who will be on the premise that day. The charity will benefit from the sale of Chinese auction raffle baskets & other merchandise, plus they will receive a generous donation from Tito’s Handmade Vodka, the “Vodka for Dog People”!

Come enjoy brunch, sip a cocktail, buy a raffle, meet adoptable dogs and fellow dog owners and lend your support for these local rescue group and dog-related charities.

Reservations are strongly recommended. Call The Refuge at 631-577-4444 to make yours.

Special Fundraiser Brunch Schedule for the 2022 Season

Jake’s Rescue Ranch – May 1st

LI Golden Retriever Rescue – May 22nd

Healing Haven Animal Foundation – June 5th

Long Island Orchestrating for Nature, Inc. (LION) – June 26th

Almost Home Animal Rescue – July 17th

For Our Friends – August 14th

A New Beginning Animal Rescue Corp – August 28th

America’s VetDogs – September 11th

PAWS – PIONEERS FOR ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY – September 25th

Friends of LI Dog Parks (LI-DOG)! – October 2nd

Annual HOWL O WEEN Event – October 23rd

Thank you to The Refuge and Tito’s Handmade Vodka for sponsoring these fun and worthwhile events!

 

.09/15/2022 – LI-DOG Fall 2022 Events Planning Meeting!

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LI-DOG Fall 2022 Events Planning Meeting!

Thurs., Sept. 15th, 7 – 9 p.m.

Plainview-Old Bethpage Public Library

Plainview, NY

Join LI-DOG at the Plainview Public Library on Thurs., Sept. 15th for our Fall 2022 Events Planning Meeting! Be the first to know what we’re planning and help make our fall events better than ever for people and their pups. There are plenty of opportunities to help LI-DOG, while meeting lots of dogs and people at our fun, dog-friendly events! For more information, go to LI-DOG Fall 2022 Events Planning Meeting!

.09/18/2022 – LI-DOG Pack Walk at Edgewood Oak Brush Plains Preserve

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LI-DOG Pack Walk™ at Edgewood Oak Brush Plains Preserve 

Sun., Sept. 18th, 10:30 AM – Noon

Commack Rd., Commack, NY

Please join LI-DOG for our Sept. LI-DOG Pack Walk™ at 843-acre Edgewood Oak Brush Plains Preserve in Commack. The many pine-needle covered trails and paths are great for hiking, biking, jogging, and of course, dog walking! We’ll meet at the gazebo by the entrance and walk about two miles in the preserve, which will take about an hour. For details on how to join us, go to LI-DOG Pack Walk at Edgewood Oak Brush Plains Preserve! 

09/18/2022 – LI-DOG Pack Walk at Edgewood Oak Brush Plains Preserve

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LI-DOG Pack Walk™ at Edgewood Oak Brush Plains Preserve!

Sunday, September 18th, 10:30 AM to 12 PM

Edgewood Oak Brush Plains Preserve

Commack Road, Deer Park, NY

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How to find us: Meet us at the Gazebo next to the parking lot!

Please join LI-DOG for our September Pack Walk™ at Edgewood Oak Brush Plains Preserve in Deer Park! Edgewood Oak Brush Plains is a state-owned, 843-acre nature preserve situated within the towns of Babylon, Huntington and Islip. It was the site of the former Edgewood State Hospital.

The trails and paths in the preserve are ideal for hiking, biking, jogging, birding and, of course, dog walking! Old Commack Road, a concrete 1.6- mile road that runs north-south, is now part of the preserve’s trail network. There are also many nice flat, pine needle-covered trails that are great for dog walking.

Parking at the preserve is limited, so we are limiting this Pack Walk to 50 people.

We’ll gather for our LI-DOG Pack Walk™ —a guided group on-leash dog walk–at the gazebo near the parking lot. We’ll begin our walk at the Main Entrance and head into the park from there.

The walk will cover about two miles and take a little over an hour.

PLEASE NOTE: While there may be off-leash dogs on the trails, dogs attending the LI-DOG Pack Walk™ must be kept on leash at all times. Please don’t forget to bring poop bags as pick up is a must, and while the trail is shaded by trees, don’t forget to bring water for you and your pup.

Please NO RETRACTABLE LEASHES as we are walking in a group and the dogs and their humans can get tangled.

To RSVP go to:

LI-DOG on Meetup

Please note: All RSVPs must be done on the LI-DOG Meetup Group so we can keep track of the number of attendees. As space is limited, please keep your RSVP up-to-date so that people who are wait-listed get the opportunity to join us.

Weather-Related Changes: Please check our Meetup and/or Facebook Group or our website on Sun. morning around 9am for any weather-related notices. If there is no notice, the Pack-Walk is on!

We look forward to seeing you and your dogs for our September LI-DOG Pack Walk™ at Edgewood Oak Brush Plains Preserve!

 

.09/24/2022 – DogFest Long Island NYC

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DogFest Long Island – NYC

Sat., Sept. 24th,  11 AM to 2 PM

Marjorie Post Park, Massapequa, NY
        

Celebrate the human-canine bond and support service dogs at DogFest Long Island – NYC, a benefit for Canine Companions. There’ll be a dog walk, costume contest, speakers, dog demonstrations, and more! For details go to DogFest Long Island – NYC.