Calendar of Events - 2010 The Calendar of Events includes upcoming events, including those added on short notice. Our calendar is updated frequently, so be sure to visit often!

Sept.

Shop at Schnucks?  Help HSCI as you Buy Groceries! If you shop at Schnucks or would consider it, your grocery purchases can help pets at the same time. How?  Well it is actually easy!  Check out the details!

Sept. 1

Trails & Tails Event Registration Deadline Tuesday, September 1 is the registration deadline for the Trails & Tails event. The Trails & Tails event is Saturday, September 18. Check out the details!

Sept. 1 - 19

Purchase Raffle Tickets! Would you like an opportunity to win a beautiful 1968 Corvette?   HSCI supporters can participate in the 2010 GABR (Guardian Angel Basset Rescue) Corvette Raffle and HSCI will earn 50% of the ticket sales from our supporters!  For this raffle, GABR is offering a red 1968 Corvette roadster with black interior, with a like new black soft top, plus the optional black vinyl hard top. This car is equipped with a 327 c.i. / 350 HP engine, four speed manual transmission and stainless steel exhaust.  Additional details Early Bird Prizes! The Corvette Raffle includes Early Bird Prizes!  Buy Corvette Raffle Tickets before September 13 and you will also be entered in the drawing for one of these three fabulous prizes!   It's YOUR CHOICE!   Purchase Raffle Tickets! Maui Disney World Paris

Sept. 1 - 20

Photo Contest, 50/50 Raffle, & Supply Drive Begins! Family Video will began a Cutest Pet Photo Contest, a 50/50 Raffle, and a Supply Drive on Friday, August 20, and it will run through Saturday, September 11. So bring out a great photo of your pet!  The winners of the photo contest will win some great prizes!  Family Video is also having an Adopt-A-Pet Day on Saturday, September 11, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm. More details.

Sept. 5

Pet Outreach at PETCO!   ~   Rescheduled! This Pet Outreach at PETCO has been rescheduled for Sunday, September 12.

Sept. 7

Volunteer Orientation Tuesday, September 7, from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the Pet Adoption Center for new volunteers. This is your chance to learn about the variety of Volunteer Opportunities available and begin helping HSCI and our pets in a way which fits your interests and schedule. Volunteers must be 16 years of age or accompanied by a parent at training and each and every time for volunteering. Call our office at (309)451-1000 to sign-up to attend this or another session. Seating is limited. This orientation is full!

Sept. 11

~ Adopt-A-Pet Day! Family Video is having an Adopt-A-Pet Day on Saturday, September 11, from 2:00 - 6:00 pm. Family Video is located at 2210 N. Cottage Avenue in Bloomington. Some of our adoptable pets will be with us. Receive a free movie rental coupon if you donate to our cause or bring out something for our supply drive that we will be having until Saturday, September 11. If you would like to bring out some supplies to help us out, please take a look at our pet supply wish list. Family Video is also have a 50/50 Raffle and a Cutest Pet Photo Contest, so bring out a great photo of your pet. The winners of the photo contest will win some great prizes. Family Video began the Photo Contest, the 50/50 Raffle, and the Supply Drive on Friday, August 20, and it will run through Saturday, September 11. Please come on out and help support a great cause!

Sept. 12

Dog Wash! Do you have a dirty dog?  There will be a Dog Wash on Sunday, September 12 from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm at Backyard Pool and Patio at 2401 East Empire St, in Bloomington. Dog washes are $10.00 and nail trimming is $5.00. Please bring your own towel and stop by!

Sept. 12

Pet Outreach at PETCO! HSCI will have a Pet Outreach at PETCO on Sunday, September 12, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm. PETCO is located at 1700 East College Avenue in Normal. We will bring along some of our dogs and a rabbit that are available for adoption. Please stop on by to meet them!

Sept. 13

Volunteer Orientation Monday, September 13, from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the Pet Adoption Center for new volunteers. This is your chance to learn about the variety of Volunteer Opportunities available and begin helping HSCI and our pets in a way which fits your interests and schedule. Volunteers must be 16 years of age or accompanied by a parent at training and each and every time for volunteering. Call our office at (309)451-1000 to sign-up to attend this or another session. Seating is limited. This orientation is full!

Sept. 18

Come and join us for a 5k Run/1 Mile Walk on Saturday, September 18 at White Oak Park!  Registration will begin at 9:00 am and the healthy fun will begin at 10:00 am. Dogs are welcome but not mandatory!  Please fill out the registration form by September 1 and mail in with payment of $25 to receive a t-shirt, bandana and sack lunch at the event. If you register on the day of the event, the entry fee is $30. If you are a participant or walker/runner, print the sponsor sheet. Serenity Medspa will be offering free massages before and after the race. Come help support the HSCI! This is a great way to get your business' name out in the public!  If you are interested in hosting a booth at our event or if you need more info, please contact Tara by email or phone (309)287-5131.

Sept. 20

Event / PR Committee Meeting The Event / PR Committee always has plenty going on. Join in on our efforts. We meet the third Monday of each month at 6:00 pm at the Pet Adoption Center. During these meetings, we discuss our most recent events and upcoming events, a great way to meet those planning events and to sign up to volunteer. For people with allergies, or who find it emotionally hard to work with our animals, these groups are fantastic ways you can help HSCI out. Without events and publicity, the rest couldn't happen.

Sept. 21

Volunteer Orientation Tuesday, September 21, from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at the Pet Adoption Center for new volunteers. This is your chance to learn about the variety of Volunteer Opportunities available and begin helping HSCI and our pets in a way which fits your interests and schedule. Volunteers must be 16 years of age or accompanied by a parent at training and each and every time for volunteering. Call our office at (309)451-1000 to sign-up to attend this or another session. Seating is limited. This orientation is full!

Oct.	Adopt a Shelter Dog Month To see some of the dogs we currently have available, check out our Adoptable Dog webpage, or visit our Pet Adoption Center! We also have rabbits and other pets too!

Oct. 1 & 2

Vintage Portraits! Do you need an updated family and pet portrait? Get your 11 X 14 Vintage Portrait for only $15.00!  Friday, October 1 and Saturday, October 2 from 10:00 am - 7:00 pm. 100% of profits benefit the Humane Society of Central Illinois. Limit 1 per family. Vintage clothing will provided for the entire family. Please see the flier for more information and to sign up. Appointments and pre-payment are required. Call our office at (309)451-1000 for an appointment, leave a message, and someone will call you back to set up your appointment!

Oct. 3

Pet Outreach at PETCO! HSCI will have a Pet Outreach at PETCO on Sunday, October 3, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm. PETCO is located at 1700 East College Avenue in Normal. We will bring along some of our dogs and a rabbit that are available for adoption. Please stop on by to meet them!

Oct. 3

8th Annual Pet Blessing at Epiphany Catholic Church In honor of our beloved Saint Francis of Assisi, the patron Saint of Animals, Epiphany Catholic Church will be holding their 8th Annual Pet Blessing. A blessing of all animals by Msgr. Eric Powell will begin at 1:30 pm on the lawn in front of the music room (former preschool) at 1006 E. College Ave, Normal. Please arrive a few minutes early and be sure to either crate or leash your pets. During the service, your written personal prayers for pets living and deceased will be incensed to Heaven. Please join our parishioner and local veterinarian, Matt Bussan, for his tips on getting your pet ready for the winter. For more information, please contact: Lisa Weber at (309)820-0188.

Oct. 4

World Animal Day Did you know that Monday, October 4 is World Animal Day? World Animal Day is a celebration of animals and their contribution to our lives. This international date encourages everybody interested in animals to express their love and concern for all creatures by doing something special in celebration of our relationship with the animal kingdom. This date is inclusive of domestic pets, farm animals, zoo animals, endangered species, just everybody!

Oct. 18

Event / PR Committee Meeting. The Event / PR Committee always has plenty going on. Join in on our efforts. We meet the third Monday of each month at 6:00 pm at the Pet Adoption Center. During these meetings, we discuss our most recent events and upcoming events, a great way to meet those planning events and to sign up to volunteer. For people with allergies, or who find it emotionally hard to work with our animals, these groups are fantastic ways you can help HSCI out. Without events and publicity, the rest couldn't happen.

Nov.

Adopt a Senior Pet Month There are many good reasons to adopt a senior pet. Take a Second Look: Consider Adopting an Adult Cat or Dog. We usually have plenty of adult cats in our Adult Cat Room. Many of our adult cats are included on our Adoptable Cat webpage. Stop by our Pet Adoption Center to visit all of our adult pets.

Nov. 7

Pet Outreach at PETCO! HSCI will have a Pet Outreach at PETCO on Sunday, November 7, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm. PETCO is located at 1700 East College Avenue in Normal. We will bring along some of our dogs and a rabbit that are available for adoption. Please stop on by to meet them!

Nov. 7 - 13

National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week Please remember our hard-working staff and volunteers during this designated week, November 7 - 13. Our adoption center would not be possible without the dedication of many. Being a non-profit, our staff is often underpaid and under-appreciated. They have a hard job. Please show your support this week with a note, a token of appreciation, or a donation. Another easy way to support us is by raving about our work and our animals to friends, neighbors, co-workers and anyone else. We need your support.

Nov. 15

Event / PR Committee Meeting The Event / PR Committee always has plenty going on. Join in on our efforts. We meet the third Monday of each month at 6:00 pm at the Pet Adoption Center. During these meetings, we discuss our most recent events and upcoming events, a great way to meet those planning events and to sign up to volunteer. For people with allergies, or who find it emotionally hard to work with our animals, these groups are fantastic ways you can help HSCI out. Without events and publicity, the rest couldn't happen.

Dec. 5

Pet Outreach at PETCO! HSCI will have a Pet Outreach at PETCO on Sunday, December 5, from 12:00 - 3:00 pm. PETCO is located at 1700 East College Avenue in Normal. We will bring along some of our dogs and a rabbit that are available for adoption. Please stop on by to meet them!

Dec. 20

Event / PR Committee Meeting The Event / PR Committee always has plenty going on. Join in on our efforts. We meet the third Monday of each month at 6:00 pm at the Pet Adoption Center. During these meetings, we discuss our most recent events and upcoming events, a great way to meet those planning events and to sign up to volunteer. For people with allergies, or who find it emotionally hard to work with our animals, these groups are fantastic ways you can help HSCI out. Without events and publicity, the rest couldn't happen.

For information or to volunteer for any of the events listed above, please email fundraising. We are always looking to expand and start some new events. We need more volunteers and people to coordinate the events. Please join us! Event Notification Form If you represent an organization or business planning something to benefit HSCI, please let us know. You can simply fill out this short Event Notification Form. Still Needed Groups to help or hold events with us. Does your group need a service project? We have events or work around the Pet Adoption Center that might lend itself to you. Please email fundraising or leave a message at the Pet Adoption Center at (309)451-1000.

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