ARF Calendar of Events
The ARF mobile adoption van will be at The Hub in Bridgehampton for Flamingo Night starting at 5 PM. Stop by and meet adoptable pups while shopping in support of ARF. Join us with hostess Sheri Rosenblatt for an afternoon of sips and shopping. Stop by to shop as 10% of sales will be donated to ARF Hamptons. Look for ARF and our mobile adoption van at the East Hampton Library Children’s Fair in Herrick Park in East Hampton from 2 to 5:30 PM. The Children’s Fair features wonderful carnival rides and games, a book fair with children’s book authors signing their books, a raffle with terrific prizes, book-themed crafts, performers, community information booths, and delicious treats. And, as always, this wonderful family event is free to all who attend. Enjoy an elegant evening of dinner and dancing in support of the cats and dogs at ARF Hamptons. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in the garden tent at 6:30 PM, followed by dinner and dancing in the William P. Rayner Training Center at ARF. The evening includes heartwarming videos, music, a live auction, and culminates with ARF’s Parade of Animals! For sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to meaghan@arfhamptons.org Stop by Veronica Beard on Main Steet in Southampton featuring Hunting Lane Jewelry and shop in support of the animals. Part of proceeds will be donated to ARF Hamptons. Shop Ralph Lauren on Main Street in East Hampton, Monday, August 25 through Tuesday, August 26 – and a part of sales will be donated to ARF Hamptons. And be sure to join us for a celebratory kick off reception on Monday, August 25 from 5 to 7 PM. To attend RSVP to Kathleen.Samot@RalphLauren.com Join ARF at the Hampton Classic Horse Show for adoption day! Look for the mobile adoption van near the kids tent! This special free lecture will take place at The Church, 48 Madison Street in Sag Harbor. An insightful discussion meant to reveal the truths (and dispel the myths) about our beloved four-legged family members. Learn something new or debunk old tricks from the experts and ask your questions during the Q&A. Join trainers, Veronica Gryzbowska and Gail Murphy, along with Caryl Glaab, Director of Training Programs at the William P. Rayner Training Center for this free talk, moderated by The Church Co-founder April Gornik. The lecture will be followed by a Q & A. Plus, meet some adoptable pups! This lecture is free with your RSVP. This program is part of the exhibition program of The Ark, our current exhibition, curated by Eric Fischl. Through the exhibition of sculptures of animals, the show aims to seek connections between humanity, animals, and the natural world. LongHouse Reserve in East Hampton holds monthly Dog Days for a special morning of fresh air and fun for you and your dog! Bring your pup, your rescue, your best friend, to LongHouse to romp in their amphitheater, meet other furry friends, and enjoy a lively, social start to the day. ARF will be on hand with a few adoptable dogs too! *FREE admission for ARF adopters and supporters! To receive free admission, sign up in advance on their website and select the Members Free option and add a note to the Special Instructions for Seller box, that you are an ARF supporter, or on event day, check in at the gatehouse and mention you are an ARF supporter! Look for ARF at more Dog Days: Saturday, May 31 SAVE THE DATE for ARF’s 32nd Annual Stroll to the Sea Dog Walk on Saturday, October 11th at Mulford Farm in East Hampton! Don’t miss out on the biggest dog event in the Hamptons! This annual charity walk is a vital source of funding for the animal shelter – start fundraising today! A day of pure joy that many call “the best day of the year” – join hundreds of dogs and their humans for an exciting event. Shop and mingle with top pet companies, enjoy fun contests and giveaways, snap a picture at the photo booth, and bid on amazing items in the silent auction – all for the love of animals! Join people and their pups for a stroll to Main Beach to see the most epic round of zoomies. We promise it’s an event you don’t want to miss! Want to get your brand in front of 600+ animal lovers and their four-legged friends while supporting animal rescue? For sponsorship opportunities, please email meaghan@arfhamptons.org 
Saturday, Sept. 20
Saturday, Oct. 25* – Canines in Costume for Halloween! Please note there is a $25 fee for this special event. Please sign up as a Member to receive the discounted Members fee of $25.