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We love volunteers! Even one hour a week will help make a difference in the life of a homeless animal. Learn about all the ways you can help the animals at ARF, from socializing our cats and dogs at the adoption center to working at the ARF Thrift & Treasure Shop in Sagaponack. You must be at least 16 to volunteer. More information at https://arfhamptons.org/programsservices/volunteer/.
The CUTEST baby shower of the year… is for kittens!
Kitten season is almost here, and ARF Hamptons is getting ready to welcome dozens of tiny, wiggly, purr-filled kittens. Every spring, vulnerable little ones arrive who need round-the-clock care—many are orphaned and rely on bottle feeding, warmth, and loving foster homes until they’re ready for adoption.
That being said… you’re invited to celebrate at ARF’s annual Kitten Shower on Saturday, April 11, from 12 to 2 PM at the ARF Adoption Center, 124 Daniels Hole Road, East Hampton!
Come help us gather supplies, learn how to care for bottle babies, and meet a few of our tiniest arrivals. Just like a baby shower, ARF’s Kitten Shower helps us collect the love and supplies our kittens need to thrive during the busiest time of the year.
What to Expect at the Kitten Shower:
- Foster & Care Training – Learn how to foster and care for newborn kittens until they’re ready for adoption.
- Bottle-Feeding Demonstrations – Watch hands-on training at 12:30 and 1:30 PM to help orphaned “bottle babies.”
- Kitten Supply Drive – Bring much-needed supplies from our Kitten Shower Registry Wishlist (available on Amazon).
- Operation Cat Program – Learn how to support community cats through humane trapping, spay/neuter, and care.
- Adoption & Volunteer Opportunities – Sign up to foster, adopt, or support ARF’s lifesaving mission.
- Fundraising Fun – Drop a donation in the Kitty Tip Jar to help kittens in need and suggest a kitten name.
- Kitten Crafts with Shine Studio.
- Adorable Kitten Themed Snacks and Refreshments
Whether you’re curious about fostering, hoping to adopt, or just want to spend time with kittens and fellow cat lovers, come celebrate kitten season with us!
Because every tiny toe bean deserves a chance at big dreams, cozy naps, and a bright future.
Kitten Shower Registry Wish List:
- Small Fleece Blankets (24×28 inches)
- Aluminum Pans (9×13 Disposable Foil)
- Small indoor playpens
- Baby wipes (fragrance-free)
- Medical exam/disposable cleaning gloves (Powder Free, Latex Free) – all sizes
- SnuggleSafe microwave heating pad discs
- Smartshake protein shaker bottles 400 ml
- Protein shaker bottle blenders 16 oz
- KMR (Kitten Milk Replacer)
- Bottles
- Miracle Nipples
- Top-loading carriers
- Heartbeat plush toys
- Play pens
- Nutri-Cal
- Litter
- Cat/kitten food
- Cat toys
- Cat towers
- Small digital scales (for weighing kittens)
- Havahart traps
Photo by Francine Fleischer.
We love volunteers! Even one hour a week will help make a difference in the life of a homeless animal. Learn about all the ways you can help the animals at ARF, from socializing our cats and dogs at the adoption center to working at the ARF Thrift & Treasure Shop in Sagaponack. You must be at least 16 to volunteer. More information at https://arfhamptons.org/programsservices/volunteer/.
We love volunteers! Even one hour a week will help make a difference in the life of a homeless animal. Learn about all the ways you can help the animals at ARF, from socializing our cats and dogs at the adoption center to working at the ARF Thrift & Treasure Shop in Sagaponack. You must be at least 16 to volunteer. More information at https://arfhamptons.org/programsservices/volunteer/.
All volunteers are invited to our Volunteer Appreciation Party at ARF on Wednesday, April 22. Come celebrate all your hard work and dedication to ARF and enjoy lunch prepared by the staff and test your ARF knowledge with ARF trivia at 1 PM. We hope you can join us!
We love volunteers! Even one hour a week will help make a difference in the life of a homeless animal. Learn about all the ways you can help the animals at ARF, from socializing our cats and dogs at the adoption center to working at the ARF Thrift & Treasure Shop in Sagaponack. You must be at least 16 to volunteer. More information at https://arfhamptons.org/programsservices/volunteer/.
Look for the ARF Mobile Adoption Van at Petco at the Bridgehampton Commons from 12 to 2 PM. Stop by and meet our adoptable pups and bring or purchase a donation of food or treats for our Pet Food Pantry.
We love volunteers! Even one hour a week will help make a difference in the life of a homeless animal. Learn about all the ways you can help the animals at ARF, from socializing our cats and dogs at the adoption center to working at the ARF Thrift & Treasure Shop in Sagaponack. You must be at least 16 to volunteer. More information at https://arfhamptons.org/programsservices/volunteer/.
We love volunteers! Even one hour a week will help make a difference in the life of a homeless animal. Learn about all the ways you can help the animals at ARF, from socializing our cats and dogs at the adoption center to working at the ARF Thrift & Treasure Shop in Sagaponack. You must be at least 16 to volunteer. More information at https://arfhamptons.org/programsservices/volunteer/.
Bring the whole family, pets too, for a tail-wagging pet fair dedicated to the joy our cats and dogs bring. Learn about ARF’s programs and services while enjoying other attractions and local business vendors, along with food, music, pet adoptions, free microchipping, low-cost vaccines, crafts, the dog agility course, and much more!
Plus, James Lane Post will also be on hand to announce the winners of their annual Cutest Pet Contest.
Attractions:
- Pet Adoptions
- Scavenger Hunt
- Crafts for the kids with The Shine Studio Hamptons
- Face Painting
- Dog Agility Course
- Ask the Dog Trainer
- Free Microchipping (registration required using vaccine appointment)
- Low-Cost Vaccines (registration required using vaccine appointment)
- Free Nail Clipping by Blue’s Paws
- Candy treats donated by Dylan’s Candy Bar
- Coffee donated by Hamptons Coffee Company
- Bottled Water donated by Citarella
- Snacks for purchase by Lizzy’s Little Bake Shop and Salty Paws for the pups.
Guests are asked to bring a donation of pet food and/or treats for ARF’s Pet Food Pantry.
Thank you to our participating sponsors/vendors:
3DBYLDZ, The Baker House 1650, Bobby Alan Photography, Bliss & Bloom Events, Blue’s Paws Grooming, Citarella, Douglas Elliman Real Estate, Dylan’s Candy Bar, East Hampton Veterinary Group, Fox Face Painting, Hamptons Coffee Company, Hamptons Virtual Office, Hope4Fur, K Patricia Designs, Kara Mergl Photography, Mark Kopko Photography, New York Life Insurance, Oh Norman!, Pawcasso Treats, The Shine Studio Hamptons, Southampton Dog, Wave Veterinary Emergency
For vendor/sponsorship opportunities contact krissy@arfhamptons.org