Alaqua’s Animoré Weekend Features the Bluegrass Barn Jam Sept. 21
Alaqua Animal Refuge’s Animoré Weekend returns Saturday, Sept. 21, with the exciting addition of the Bluegrass Barn Jam! Held at Alaqua Animal Refuge in Freeport, the Bluegrass Barn Jam features an outstanding lineup of nationally and regionally recognized Bluegrass acts, set to perform across multiple stages on the beautiful and expansive Alaqua property. Music enthusiasts and animal lovers alike are invited to enjoy Bluegrass’s rich, soulful sounds in a picturesque outdoor setting.
Gates open at 1 p.m., Outdoor Music Festival begins at 1:30 p.m.
Featured Bands include Buffalo Nickel, known for its authentic bluegrass sound blended with modern influences; Molly Thomas, an acclaimed artist bringing a fresh twist to traditional Bluegrass; Hurricane Party, bringing high-energy performances that will get the crowd moving; Queens Ransom, a dynamic group with powerful vocals and instrumentation; and Blue Highway, renowned for its harmonies and skillful musicianship.
Also enjoy a variety of food trucks, beverages, a silent auction and plenty of opportunities to interact with animals. An exclusive VIP section will be available, offering prime seating and complimentary food and beverages during the evening performances on the Main Stage, which kicks off at 6:30 p.m. Bring your chairs for the daytime performances to ensure a comfortable experience; it’s a rain-or-shine event.
General Admission Ticket: $50; General Admission Kids Ticket: $25; VIP Ticket: $200
Purchase at https://secure.givelively.org/event/alaqua-animal-refuge-inc/animore-weekend.
Dog-Harmony’s Barktoberfest Promises to Be a Howling Good Time! Oct. 25
The Emerald Coast’s one and only doggie costume-contest, Barktoberfest, is back this fall October 25th from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin’s Grand Park! This paw-ty with a cause benefits Dog-Harmony, a local nonprofit dedicated to reducing the shelter dog population through ongoing humane education. Want to join in the action for a worthy cause? As a business sponsor, you will receive exposure for your support and have the opportunity to showcase and sell their goods and services in front of a captive crowd of over 200 guests and their furry friends. Contact Dog-Harmony at fundraising@dog-harmony.org.
As a paw-rent, you and your pets alike can compete for prizes when you enter the ever-popular costume contest ($15 donation or $20 day of event.) Non-furry partygoers will enjoy Oktoberfest libations, nibbles from JC’s Gourmet, music, a silent auction, and raffle prizes, all part of this spooky soiree. Rescue Animal Photography will commemorate the afternoon with professional photos of you and your canine!
This complimentary event is presented as part of the Coastal Culture Series, made possible by the Grand Boulevard Arts & Entertainment Program. Barktober is also sponsored by Gulfshore Air, Silver Sands Premium Outlets, Pure Collective Salon, La Luna Children’s Boutique, Clay Garden and Gifts and Davis Dog Treats.
All proceeds from Barktober and other Dog-Harmony events at Grand Boulevard will help support the pups and programs in our community. Dog Harmony’s services include Animal Assisted Therapy, Children’s Education and Community Education, and Keeping Dogs Out of Shelters. Last year, the dog therapy program touched the lives of over 200 people in local hospitals each week. They also provided over 240 hours of education and training to families who were at risk of owner surrender situations. To learn more, visit dog-harmony.org. To inquire about the various sponsorship opportunities or how you or your business can get involved, contact fundraising@dog-harmony.org.
“For many years, Grand Boulevard has cherished our partnership with Dog-Harmony. We love the creativity they bring to their events and they make them so much fun for everyone. More importantly, we believe in the Dog-Harmony mission and appreciate the opportunity to support it,” said Stacey Brady, Marketing and Communications Director for Grand Boulevard.
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