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May 2026
Makers on Main Street Adoption Event
Come to the Makers Market and Block Party! There will be lots of vendors, Columbia High School jazz band, food fundraiser, and adoptable dogs. Helping Strays will be there with adoptable dogs from 10am to 1pm.
Queen of Hearts drawing, dog adoptions, and Taco Bar!
The Helping Strays Queen of Hearts drawing takes place every Monday at 7 pm at Pair of Dice bar in Columbia, IL. Participants purchase tickets for a chance to win a growing jackpot while supporting a great cause. All proceeds go directly toward caring for homeless animals at Helping Strays. At the May 4th Queen…
Dine Out Days at Hopskeller Brewing Company
Dine at Hopskeller Brewing Company in Waterloo the FIRST Wednesday of every month and they will donate a portion of their proceeds to Helping Strays!
GiveSTL Day
Join thousands of generous members of the STL community in giving to their favorite charities on GiveSTL day, May 7th, 2026! https://www.givestlday.org/organization/Helpingstrays
Puppy Yoga!
Come to Puppy Yoga class and enjoy some puppy kisses, cuddles, and cuteness while getting a gentle workout. Class is limited to 35 people so get your reservation in early. To reserve a spot, email ffbcwaterloo@gmail.com
Queen of Hearts drawing
The Helping Strays Queen of Hearts drawing takes place every Monday at 7pm at Pair of Dice bar in Columbia, IL. Participants purchase tickets for a chance to win a growing jackpot while supporting a great cause. All proceeds go directly toward caring for homeless animals at Helping Strays.
Rescue Readers
Join us for tons of fun at the May Rescue Readers event! Read to the shelter pets, tour the shelter, make crafts.
Westport Bark
Join us on Saturday, May 16th from 10AM–1PM at Westport Plaza in St. Louis for a tail-wagging good time! This adoption event (and more), presented by Kennelwood Pet Resorts, is your chance to: -Meet adorable adoptable dogs-Get training tips-Score giveaways-Let your pup play at our doggie playground– and connect with fellow dog lovers Bring your…
Alta Dena Annual Neighborhood Picnic
This picnic is open for all Historic Alta Dena Neighborhood residents. There will be drinks and food, pony rides, face painting, music, magician and animals! Helping Strays of Monroe County, IL will be there with puppies in the kissing booth! This is a chance to all get together and enjoy an afternoon! Hope to see…
Queen of Hearts drawing
The Helping Strays Queen of Hearts drawing takes place every Monday at 7pm at Pair of Dice bar in Columbia, IL. Participants purchase tickets for a chance to win a growing jackpot while supporting a great cause. All proceeds go directly toward caring for homeless animals at Helping Strays.
Dine Out Days at Joe’s Pizza & Pasta
Dine at Joe’s Pizza & Pasta in Columbia on the THIRD Tuesday of every month and they will donate a portion of their proceeds to Helping Strays!
Dine Out Days at Denny’s
Dine at Denny’s in Waterloo on the THIRD Thursday of every month and they will donate a portion of their proceeds to Helping Strays!
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