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SUMMARY:Spring Fling Penny Social 2026
DESCRIPTION:The government may no longer be minting pennies\, but ARF is still having a Penny Social! The Spring Fling Penny Social is returning on Sunday March 22\, but at the new location of Hidden Rose Catering in Wappingers Falls. \nEnter to win gift baskets\, toys\, gift certificates\, pet supplies\, books & MORE. You’ll find a great selection of items from vintage to retro to modern. Plus a silent auction and raffle featuring a 65” television and many other items… there’s something for everyone! Snack food will be available and the setting will allow for\, weather permitting\, strolls outdoors and seating on the patio. We hope to bring an adoptable dog or two! \nThis event will honor Donna Brooks\, an ARF volunteer who passed away last year and her husband Mark is sponsoring the event venue. \n$5 Admission and Penny Social tickets available for purchase. Silent auction and raffle items will be priced separately. \nDoors open 1pm\nDrawings start at 3pm(You must be there to claim your items!)\nAdmission: $5 to enter and Penny Social tickets available for purchase. Silent auction and raffle items will be priced separately. \nWhat is Penny Social\, you ask? A Penny Social is a fun fundraising event that combines elements of raffles and silent auctions. \nHow does a Penny Social work? What are the rules? \n\nGuests explore items and gift baskets on display\, as they would at a silent auction.\nTo place bids\, leave tickets in the bags placed in front of your favorite items. You can leave as many tickets as you like for each item.\nOnce everyone has “spent” all their tickets\, the event caller will pull a random ticket from each basket and announce the lucky winners. Winners must be present for the drawing to collect item.\n\n  \nWheelchair accessible entrance\, parking lot and restroom. No animals please\, except for valid service animals. Children welcome. \n 
URL:https://arfbeacon.org/event/penny-social-2026/
LOCATION:Hidden Rose Catering\, 33 Chelsea Road\, Wappingers Falls\, NY\, 12590\, United States
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SUMMARY:5K Run & Walk with the Dogs 2026
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating 40 Years of ARF Saving Lives \nGet ready for an exciting community celebration supporting the Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) as we honor 40 years of lifesaving work. On Sunday\, May 17\, 2026\, animal lovers\, runners\, walkers\, and their four-legged companions will gather at Memorial Park in Beacon\, NY\, to make a meaningful impact—with 100% of event proceeds directly supporting the rescue and care of animals in need. \nAs Beacon’s only nonprofit sporting event dedicated to saving animals’ lives\, this milestone race brings together fitness\, fun\, and compassion in honor of ARF’s legacy and future. The event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities\, with professionally timed races using chipped running bibs. \nRegister: https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Beacon/ARF5K  \n🐾 Race Options\n1K Kids Fun Run (Ages 3-10)\nA fun-filled\, confidence-building race where every child earns a finisher prize. Dogs are not permitted in the Kids Fun Run. Children under 3 participate for free \n5K Run & Walk with the Dogs\nRun or walk alongside your leashed pup in this heartwarming main event. Children under 3 participate for free \nRegistration Fees\n5K Run & Walk with the Dogs\n$30 – Early Bird Rate\n$35 – Regular Rate (Begins April 1)\n$40 – Race Day \n1K Kids Fun Run (Ages 10 & Under)\n$15 – Early Bird Rate\n$20 – Regular Rate (Begins April 1)\n$30 – Race Day \nEvent Swag\nAll participants registered by April 30 will receive an event commemorative item. Register early to guarantee your event swag. \nSchedule of Events\n✔ 9:00 AM – Check-in & Registration\n✔ 9:50 AM – Dog Costume Contest: Most Original & Most Hilarious Costume\n✔ 10:00 to 10:15 AM – 1K Kids Fun Run\n✔ Immediately Following – 5K Run & Walk with the Dogs \nPost-Race Celebration\nStay and celebrate ARF’s 40th Anniversary with awards\, music\, games\, face painting\, vendor exhibits\, raffles\, and more. Participants who fundraise can also earn exclusive prizes by reaching fundraising milestones. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or enjoying a stroll with your pup\, every step helps save lives. Join us as we celebrate four decades of compassion—one paw at a time. \nImportant Event Information\n\nThis is a rain or shine event and is non-refundable.\nStrollers are permitted only on the 5K course.\nDogs must be non-aggressive\, current on vaccinations\, and leashed at all times.\nRetractable or bungee-style leashes are not permitted.\nEach adult participant may be accompanied by one (1) dog\, which will receive an official event dog tag. You may also receive a tag for your at-home pet (cat or dog).
URL:https://arfbeacon.org/event/5k-2026/
LOCATION:Memorial Park\, Robert Cahill Dr\, Beacon\, NY\, 12508
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