Danbury Animal Welfare Society

Giving Day 2018
2018-03-01 00:00 - 23:59 UTC | FCGives.org, Online
Mark Your Calendars & Support DAWS on Giving Day!
Fairfield County’s Community Foundation’s annual Giving Day is 24 hours of online giving to support local charities. On March 1st, 2018, donations will be accepted through FCGives.org. The minimum donation is $10, and there is no maximum.
The goal of Giving Day is to inspire and empower donors in Fairfield County to support local nonprofits. You can come together with other donors in the region and make an incredibly powerful impact by supporting YOUR local nonprofits. Give where you live on March 1st and help us reach our $15,000 goal.
Even better, your gift can be multiplied by helping us win two of the cash prizes being offered on Giving Day. Find out how you can maximize your donations on Giving Day.
Check out what our adorable adoptable animals have to say about Giving Day, then mark your calendars for March 1st, and click to donate!

Laugh Your Tail Off
2018-02-17 18:00 | The Amber Room Colonnade, 1 Stacey Road, Danbury, CT, 06811, United States
Saturday, February 17th
6:00 pm
$35 per person
Includes light hors d’ouevres & cash bar
The Amber Room Colonnade
1 Stacey Road
Danbury CT 06811

Holiday Wine Pairing Class
2017-11-19 14:30 - 16:30 | Max Wine and Spirits, 40 Mill Plain Rd., Danbury, CT, 06810, United States
Join us for a Holiday Wine Pairing Class. Taste a variety of delectable wines that will pair perfectly with your holiday meals.

Jump for DAWS
2017-11-02 16:00 - 20:00 | SKYZONE, 13 Francis Clarke Circle, Bethel, CT, 06801, United States
Come to SKYZONE in Bethel and Jump for DAWS. For everyone who comes in and mentions DAWS upon entry, SKYZONE will donate 25% of the proceeds to DAWS.
See more event details and waiver form at skyzone.com/bethel

30 min to 2 hr jump passes available
Free ice cream by Cream & Sugar
Donations of cat and dog food welcome
Viewing lounge for parents and friends

Email questions to: events.bethel@skyzone.com

Home for the Holidays
2017-11-01 - 2017-12-31 | Danbury Animal Welfare Society, 147 Grassy Plain St., Bethel, CT, 06801, United States
Give a cat a home this holiday season. Now through December 31, 2017, adoption fees for cats and kittens are 25% off. Want to adopt two cats? The adoption fee for the second cat will be waived.
Open your heart and home to cats in need. Adopt your next furry friend and bring her home for the holidays. View our adoptable cats online, then come in and meet them at the shelter.

Dog Days of Summer Adoption Event
2017-08-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Danbury Museum, 43 Main St, Danbury, CT, 06810, United States
Meet our adorable, adoptable animals at the Dog Days of Summer Adoption Event hosted by the Danbury Museum. View the free WWI exhibit while you are there.

Black Cat Appreciation Day Adoption Discounts
2017-08-13 08:00 - 2017-08-17 20:00 | Danbury Animal Welfare Society, 147 Grassy Plain St., Bethel, CT, 06801, United States
Black Cat Appreciation Day is August 17
In honor of Black Cat Appreciation Day, DAWS will be offering all black and tuxedo cats at a reduced adoption fee of $50.
Reduced adoption fees will be valid starting Sunday, August 13 through Thursday, August 17.
Stop by the shelter and find your next furry friend!

Danbury Library Build a Better World Adoption Event
2017-07-22 12:00 - 13:30 | Danbury Library, 170 Main St, Danbury, 06810, United States
Stop by and meet our adorable adoptable animals at the Danbury Library. Come hear Author Phil Klein talk about his book, “Raising a Peaceful Dog,” then walk outside to the plaza to open your heart to an animal looking for their forever home. Meet and greet some of the dogs available for adoption, and look at photos of some the cats and kittens available for adoption.
Not ready to adopt but want to help? Drop off an item or two from our wish list in the donation bin. Donation receipts will be available. Volunteers from Danbury Animal Welfare Society will be on hand to answer questions about the next step in the adoption process.

FREE the Shelter Adoption Event
2017-07-16 12:00 - 17:00, 2017-07-15 12:00 - 17:00, 2017-07-14 12:00 - 17:00 | Danbury Animal Welfare Society, 147 Grassy Plain St., Bethel, CT, 06801, United States
Join Us for a Huge Adoption Event!
DAWS has been selected as a partner shelter in an upcoming Free the Shelter Adoption Event, sponsored by PRAI Beauty. During the event ALL ADOPTION FEES WILL BE WAIVED.
Dates: July 14-16
Times: 12 PM – 5 PM
Venue: DAWS Adoption Center | 147 Grassy Plain St. | Bethel, CT 06801
Come find a furry friend, and help FREE THE SHELTER!
Learn more about this national event.

Shop for Animals Tag Sale
2017-06-24 09:00 - 2017-06-25 14:00 | Bethel Municipal Center, 1 School St., Bethel, CT, 06801, United States
Join us for our Annual Shop for Animals Tag Sale
Saturday, June 24th – 9:00 AM-4:00 PM (EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | $5 admission fee)
Sunday, June 25th – 9:00 AM-2:00 PM

Bethel Municipal Center – General Purpose Room
1 School Street, Bethel, CT 06801

DONATIONS ACCEPTED:
Thursday, June 22nd – 12:00 PM-8:00 PM
Friday, June 23rd – 10:00 AM-4:00 PM
Bethel Municipal Center – General Purpose Room
Please e-mail daws@daws.org to arrange pick-up if you cannot drop off your items on the donation dates above.

ITEMS ACCEPTED:

Furniture in good condition
Working electronics
Televisions (within 3 years old)
Computers/lap tops (within 2 years old)
Miscellaneous household/general items
Jewelry

ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED:

Clothing
VHS Tapes
Artificial Christmas trees

28th Annual Walk for Animals
2017-06-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Bethel Green, 1 School St., Bethel, CT, 06801, United States
Join us in June and walk for animals!
Two-legged and four-legged walkers can show their love of animals at Danbury Animal Welfare Society’s 28th Annual Walk for Animals. This fundraising walkathon offers fun for the whole family while helping raise money to provide shelter, food, medical care, and love to animals in need.
Register today, then set up your personal fundraising page and help us reach our $50,000 goal. Setting up a page is simple. Just follow the instructions provided after you complete your registration.
Register and start fundraising today!
The Walk for Animals is a non-competitive leisurely walk for the entire family. In addition to fundraising, the event features vendors, raffles, games, and more, making it a fun day for everyone.

Catherine's Butterfly Party
2017-06-03 12:00 - 16:00 | Fairfield Hills Campus, 3 Primrose St., Newtown, CT, 06470, United States
Join DAWS at the 3rd Annual Catherine’s Butterfly Party. This FREE family-focused festival and pet adoption event is hosted by the Catherine Violet Hubbard Foundation, Inc. The event features fun activities for adults and kids alike, including face painting, games, crafts, vendors, food trucks and live music by LaFrance Acoustic.
DAWS will be featuring many of our adorable adoptable animals. Stop by and meet your new furry friend!

CTSART Meet & Greet
2017-05-13 11:00 - 14:00 | O’Neill Center – WCSU, 43 Lake Avenue Extension, Danbury, CT, 06811, United States
Meet Your New Best Friend!
DAWS will be featuring our adorable, adoptable cats and dogs at the CT State Animal Response Team (CTSART) event at the O’Neill Center on the Westside Campus of WCSU.
Meet your new furry friend while learning how to prepare for, and keep your animals safe in an emergency.

Westport Dog Festival Meet & Greet
2017-05-07 10:00 - 16:00 | Winslow Park, North Compo Road and Post Road East, Westport, CT, 06880, United States
Come Meet Our Adoptable Dogs at the Westport Dog Festival
DAWS has been invited to participate in the 2nd Annual Westport Dog Festival. This fun family event features demonstrations, veterinary seminars, dog contests, vendors, and food trucks. Dogs can even participate in a Doggie Fun Zone challenge. Bring your whole family for the fun, and meet some of our adorable adoptable pups!
Rain date: May 21, 2017

Run for Animals 5K Race
2017-04-23 08:00 - 13:00 | The War Memorial, One Memorial Drive, Danbury, CT, 06810, United States
April 23rd is our 5th Annual Run for Animals 5K Race. Competitive and non-competitive runners are welcome to run, with or without dogs,* on this certified 5K course.
We’ll also have…

T-Shirts
Medals
Bandanas

Prizes
Post-Run Snacks

Event Details

Date:
April 23, 2017

Time:
8:00 AM-1:00PM

Location:
One Memorial Dr. | Danbury, CT

Registration:
8:00 AM-9:00 AM

Registration fees:

Adult runner without dog
$30

Adult runner with dog
$35

Child aged 8-17
$15

*Your dog wants to please you and cannot tell you when he is tired. Please ensure you only run with your dog if your dog is accustomed to and can complete a 5K at race speeds.
Thanks to our Top Sponsor!

Bethel Community Earth Day
2017-04-22 09:00 - 16:00 | Bethel Municipal Center Green, 1 School Street, Bethel, CT, 06801, United States
Celebrate Earth Day with DAWS at the Bethel Community Earth Day Event
DAWS has been invited to celebrate the 47th Earth Day with our friends in the community. The First Congregational Church of Bethel and the Town of Bethel are partnering to mark Earth Day with an exciting family-friendly event that they hope will bring together all of Bethel for an exciting and educational day.
Through their partnership, the two organizations have a vision to help create a world where all of creation thrives, to provide an opportunity for our local community to gather around environmental issues and concerns, and to promote activism to care for and preserve the Earth.
The goal of the Bethel Community Earth Day event is for the community to come together, to build and support a healthy environment, to cherish and protect the Earth for future generations, and to recognize and promote businesses, non-profit groups and individuals who support green initiatives.

PetValu Grand Opening Event
2017-04-08 09:00 - 15:00 | PetValu-Bethel, 9 Durant Ave., Bethel, CT, 06801, United States
Join the Celebration
Come meet our adorable, adoptable animals at the Grand Opening celebration for the new PetValu store in Bethel. DAWS volunteers will be on site throughout the day to showcase a few of our furry friends.

VIP Film Screening of Dog by Dog
2017-03-29 18:00 - 22:00 | Bethel Cinema, 269 Greenwood Ave., Bethel, CT, 06801, United States
Join us for a benefit reception and film screening of the riveting documentary Dog by Dog.
This documentary examines the efforts in the United States to tighten regulations on commercial dog kennels, known as ‘puppy mills,’ where animals are kept without adequate regard for their welfare. Every day in the United States there are hundreds of people around the country determined to save puppies and ‘over the hill’ breeder dogs when puppy mills decide they are no longer useful and, therefore, disposable.
These dedicated people spend countless hours and unimaginable resources staging ‘rescue runs,’ providing emergency veterinary care, and scrambling for last minute foster homes and adoptions. This is a stressful, often rewarding, and also heartbreaking cycle.
But…imagine if these brave rescuers didn’t have to do this? The puppy mill business in the United States is booming, profitable, and proliferated by a complex system of laws and corporate policies that lump ‘companion animals’ such as dogs and cats with animals raised for food, such as cows, pigs, and chickens.
Dog by Dog aims to explain the laws and policies that keep these practices going and explore the choices the everyday American can make in order to eliminate the need for puppy mills.
A portion of the ticket sales will be donated to DAWS. The benefit ticket price includes:

Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
Food
Screening of Dog by Dog
Q&A with the film’s director, Christopher Grimes, and a panel of animal welfare experts
Reception following the Q&A

Catering sponsored by Michael Bick’s: Some Things Fishy Catering
View the trailer

Giving Day
2017-03-09 00:00 - 23:59 | FCGives.org, Online
Support DAWS on Giving Day!
Fairfield County’s Community Foundation’s annual Giving Day is 24 hours of online giving to support local charities. On March 9, 2017, donations will be accepted through FCGives.org. The minimum donation is $10, and there is no maximum.
The goal of Giving Day is to inspire and empower donors in Fairfield County to support local nonprofits. You can come together with other donors in the region and make an incredibly powerful impact by supporting YOUR local nonprofits. Give where you live on March 9th and help us reach our $15,000 goal.
Even better, your gift can be multiplied by helping us win two of the cash prizes being offered on Giving Day. Find out how you can maximize your donations on Giving Day.
Check out what our adorable adoptable animals have to say about Giving Day, then mark your calendars for March 9th, and click to donate!
Giving Day Video 1
Giving Day Video 2
Giving Day Video 3

Wine & Chocolates Wine Pairing Event
2017-02-11 16:30 - 18:30 | Max Wine and Spirits, 40 Mill Plain Rd., Danbury, CT, 06810, United States
Do something sweet for your sweetheart. Enjoy a pre-Valentine’s night out with DAWS. Sip delicious wines perfectly paired with decadent chocolates at our first Wine & Chocolates wine pairing event.
