Tuesday, August 2, 2011 6:00 PM
Police & Fire Demonstrations Set
Tactical police, K-9 and Fire demonstrations will take place under the covered equestrian arena at Wills Park on Tuesday, Aug. 2, as the City of Alpharetta celebrates National Night Out.
The public is invited to come spend the evening outside with neighbors, police officers and firefighters and enjoy a free cookout from 6 to 9 p.m. Firefighters will demonstrate the Fire Safety House, which educates children about what to do in a house fire, while the SWAT team will display its special training and equipment.
National Night Out was introduced in 1984 by the National Association of Town Watch in an attempt to encourage more participation in crime watch from residents. More than 11,310 communities from all 50 states participate in the event each year.
While the traditional “lights on” and front porch vigils remain a part of National Night Out, activities have expanded over the years to include festivals, neighborhood walks, safety fairs and meetings.
For more information about the event, call 678-297-6309. Please RSVP at 678-297- 6309, ext. 3. There will be a vegetarian option provided.
For more information about National Night Out, visit
www.nationalnightout.orgLabels: Alpharetta, alpharetta police, Firefighters, K-9, K9, Tactical Police, Wills Park, wills park equestrian center
# posted by
Brian Vanderhoff @ 10:41 AM
Imagine being greeted each day with animation and enthusiasm. Whether it’s a lick on the face or a wagging tail, pets have a way of brightening our days. Unfortunately not every pet is lucky enough to have a home. Many pets are abandoned, abused, or otherwise surrendered by the families that can no longer care for them. Rescue organizations strive to find new, loving homes for these pets so they can once again become a member of a caring family.
Horse Rescue, Relief and Retirement Fund, Atlanta Weimaraner Club Rescue and Blue Horse Art are hosting ARF2009 on March 29, 2009 from noon to 5 pm at Wills Park Equestrian Center in Alpharetta, GA, to raise funds and awareness for pet rescue and help local homeless dogs, cats and other pets find permanent homes, as well as educate the public on pet care and resources available to all.
“ARF2009, our 9th Annual Rescue Fair, so far has proven itself to be the largest ever,” said Michele Williams, assistant coordinator of ARF2009. “As well as promoting pet adoptions and education, our additional goal this year is to make the public aware of the many resources available to help keep their pets during these trying economic times. There is help available.” Events like this enable us to continue to make a difference and save thousands of pets.
Pet rescue organizations help place nearly half a million dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, potbellied pigs and other pets in homes each year, and represent nearly 45% of all pet adoption agencies. However they are often overlooked by potential donors due to more limited fundraising and marketing capabilities.
Labels: animal rescue fair, arf 2009, march 29, wills park equestrian center
# posted by
Brian Vanderhoff @ 9:15 AM
Schedule
Sat, 10/4 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sun, 10/5 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wills Park Equestrian Center
11915 Wills Road
Alpharetta GA 30009
Features pumpkins of all sizes, Indian corn, gourds, corn stalks, and painted Halloween yard signs. Children's activities include: Wayne's Train, creepy candy store, giant slide, a bake sale, carnival games, and face painting. Benefits Canine Assistants.
Labels: Alpharetta, pumpkin patch and bake sale, wills park equestrian center
# posted by
Brian Vanderhoff @ 7:46 AM
