Calendar of Events - 2012
The Calendar of Events includes upcoming events, including those added on short notice. Our calendar is updated frequently so be sure to visit often!
Adopt-a-Rescued-Rabbit Month
Warm Your Heart, Warm Your Home - Adopt a Rescued Rabbit! To see some of the rabbits we currently have available for adoption, check out our Adoptable Rabbits and More webpage.
Or, visit our Pet Adoption Center!
Our popular Valentine Raffle is back with lots of great prizes! Tickets are only $1 and each stub is a Carl’s Ice Cream “Buy One Small Soft Serve Cone – Get One Free” coupon. Coupons expire Saturday, June 30, 2012. You can't lose. They are easy to sell so we hope you will join us on this fundraiser. There is no obligation to buy or sell the tickets.
Every dollar truly helps the animals and we count on every fundraiser we have. If you would like to join in this fundraiser, tickets are available at the Pet Adoption Center during office hours or by calling (309)451-1000. If you sell tickets, please submit payment with raffle entries to our office staff no later than Saturday, February 4, 2011. This year we are once again offering fabulous prizes!
| 1st Prize | - $250 cash donated by: Ignat’s Friend. |
| 2nd Prize | - One year of pizza from Papa Murphy’s ($150 value). |
| 3rd Prize | - 3-month membership to the Workout Company ($120 value). |
| 4th Prize | - Gift Certificate to Rooms Direct ($100 value each). |
| 5th Prize | - Gift Certificate to Rooms Direct ($100 value each). |
| 6th Prize | - Facial from Fox and Hounds Hair Studio & Day Spa ($53 value). |
| 7th Prize | - Gift Certificates to Firehouse Pizza ($50 value). |
| 8th Prize | - $50 Cash donated by Young America Realty. |
| 9th Prize | - Gift Certificate to Red Oak Restaurant ($46 value). |
| 10th Prize | - A 2-hour introductory class at Upper Limits Rock Gym ($40 value). |
The raffle drawing will be held Saturday, February 11, at 2:00 pm at our Bake Sale at ACE Hardware. The winners do not need to be present and will be notified by phone or mail.
New Volunteer Class ~ This class is full!
Tuesday, February 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. Registration fee is $10 for each adult (16 or older) and $5 for each child (younger than 16). Please visit the New Volunteer Class Registration webpage to register and pay online, or call our office at (309)451-1000 to sign-up and register for this session. Payment in advance is required to hold your spot and seating is limited. This class is full!
Tuesday
Come out to our Bake Sale at Ace Hardware at 204 E. College Ave, in Normal, on Saturday, February 11 from 9:00 am - 4:30 pm. Pick up some sweets for your sweetie! Many delicious baked goods to choose from. All proceeds go to HSCI.
Our Valentine Raffle prizes will be drawn at 2:00 pm. The winners do not need to be present and will be notified by phone or mail.
Saturday
Be sure to visit the Pet Adoption Center on Wednesday, February 15 for Whisker Wednesday!
Be My Valentine, 50% off cats and kittens.
Wednesday
Pet Vaccination and Microchip Clinic at PETCO!
There will be a Pet Vaccination and Microchip Clinic on Sunday, February 19, from 12:00 - 2:00 pm at PetCo, at 1700 East College Avenue in Normal.
No appointment needed. (first come - first serve). Services for cats and dogs only.
Rabies - $20
Distemper - $25
Microchip - $30 (includes registration)
Cash or check only (no debit/credit cards). All animals must be on a leash or in a carrier. Net proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Central Illinois.
Sunday
New Volunteer Class ~ This class is full!
Tuesday, February 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. Registration fee is $10 for each adult (16 or older) and $5 for each child (younger than 16). Please visit the New Volunteer Class Registration webpage to register and pay online, or call our office at (309)451-1000 to sign-up and register for this session. Payment in advance is required to hold your spot and seating is limited. This class is full!
Tuesday
New Volunteer Class ~ This class is full!
Monday, February 27, 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. Registration fee is $10 for each adult (16 or older) and $5 for each child (younger than 16). Please visit the New Volunteer Class Registration webpage to register and pay online, or call our office at (309)451-1000 to sign-up and register for this session. Payment in advance is required to hold your spot and seating is limited. This class is full!
Monday
Viva la Flora will donate 10% of their customer's purchase when the customer mentions the Humane Society! Purchases can include any arrangement, Hallmark cards, Webkinz gifts, Godiva chocolate, and more! There is no expiration date on this generous donation promotion. So, please stop by Viva la Flora and make a purchase to help support the Humane Society of Central Illinois!
Viva la Flora
is located at 1704 Eastland Dr. Suite 8, in Bloomington. (309)807-2587
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!
Adopt-a-Rescued-Guinea-Pig Month
Have you considered adopting a Guinea Pig? HSCI occasionally has Guinea Pigs available. Please check with our adoption staff or complete an application in case a Guinea Pig of interest becomes available. We sometimes have Guinea Pigs on our Adoptable Rabbits and More webpage.
Stop by our Pet Adoption Center and see all the pets!
We're having a party - and we want you to join us!
On Thursday, March 1, HSCI will hold its first major fundraiser of the year - and we need your help!
"Mardi Paws" will be from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. At the Holiday Inn across from the Central Illinois Regional Airport, Empire Street, Bloomington. The Happy Hour" event will raise awareness about the mission of the Humane Society of Central Illinois, will raise money for the Pet Adoption Center, and will be a fun way to unwind at the end of a day.
We are looking for volunteers who will serve as a table host for the evening. By volunteering to serve as a table host, you will be raising at least $400 for the organization. Host responsibilities include:
 | Invite seven others to join you at your table. Each of your seven guests will commit to writing a check for $50.00 (or more) to HSCI. |
| Collect pledge cards and checks by the end of the event. |
| Donate a gift basket for a silent auction. (We ask that you don't ask businesses to donate items for your gift basket so that we are not competing with the auction which will be held in May.) |
| Attend the event and enjoy the time with your guests. |
If you would like to host a table, would like information, would like to attend, or make a donation and need a pledge card, please complete our Mardi Paws form!
Please see the Mardi Paws leaders guide
for details about being a table leader.
Come join us at this fun event - and help HSCI!
Lucky Shamrock Cat Adoption Special!
March 2 - 31 we will have a 25% off all cats and kittens. Every HSCI adoption comes with a great list of "extras." All of our cats and kittens are spayed or neutered; protected with an identification microchip; they've received their initial round of vaccinations; de-wormed, and treated with flea/tick prevention. Each adopter also receives a free bag of food and kitty treats (while supplies last). And did we mention that the helpful volunteers and staff of HSCI are always available to answer your pet-related questions and help you find the perfect match?
Prevention of Animal Cruelty Month
In recognition of April as Prevention of Animal Cruelty Month, the ASPCA works with shelters and educators across the country to raise awareness about animal abuse. Did you know that you as an individual can help crack down on cruelty in your community, too? When a concerned citizen reports the abuse of an animal to the proper authorities, he or she is not only helping that particular animal, but a message is being sent that ALL acts of animal abuse should be taken seriously.
Be sure to visit the Pet Adoption Center on Wednesday, April 18 for Whisker Wednesday!
Good Kitty, 50% off adult cats over 2 years.
Wednesday
Be Kind to Animals Week
Did you know May 6 - 12 is Be Kind to Animals Week? Teaching humane values remains a focus of Be Kind to Animals Week activities, by offering adults and children opportunities to develop compassionate attitudes toward animals in our world. Week sponsored by the American Humane Association, www.americanhumane.org.
Be sure to visit the Pet Adoption Center on Wednesday, May 16 for Whisker Wednesday!
A Burst of Spring Colors, 50% off all Tortishell and Calico cats and kittens.
Wednesday
Adopt a Shelter Cat Month
June 1 – 30 is our season of tulips, daffodils and Cat Adoptions! We will have 25% off all cats and kittens! To see some of the cats we currently have available, check out our Adoptable Cats webpage, or come by and visit our Pet Adoption Center!
We also have rabbits and other pets too!
Be sure to visit the Pet Adoption Center on Wednesday, July 18 for Whisker Wednesday!
Star Spangled Banner, 50% off all striped (tabby) cats and kittens
Wednesday
Be sure to visit the Pet Adoption Center on Wednesday, August 15 for Whisker Wednesday!
Long Days of Summer, 50% off long-hair cats and kittens.
Wednesday
Black Cat Special!
September 1 – 29 we will have a 25% off all black cats and kittens. Every HSCI adoption comes with a great list of "extras." All of our cats and kittens are spayed or neutered; protected with an identification microchip; they've received their initial round of vaccinations; de-wormed, and treated with flea/tick prevention. Each adopter also receives a free bag of food and kitty treats (while supplies last). And did we mention that the helpful volunteers and staff of HSCI are always available to answer your pet-related questions and help you find the perfect match?
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!
Be sure to visit the Pet Adoption Center on Wednesday, October 17 for Whisker Wednesday!
Little Pumpkins, 50% off orange cats and kittens.
Wednesday
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.
National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week
Please remember our hard-working staff and volunteers during this designated week, November 5 - 11. Our Pet Adoption Center would not be possible without the dedication of many. 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.
Be sure to visit the Pet Adoption Center on Wednesday, November 21 for Whisker Wednesday!
Giving Thanks, 50% off all cats and kittens.
Wednesday
We are having a Ho-Ho-Home for the Holidays Adoption Special for cats and kittens from December 1 - 29 that includes 25% off the adoption fees. Be sure to stop by the Pet Adoption Center to visit with our cats and kittens. They would love to see you.
Volunteer
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, let us know. 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.
