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October 2025
Adoption Event – Oh Sugar! Ice & Cream
Come to Oh Sugar Ice & Cream Sunday, October 19 from 2–4 PM for a sweet treat. Enjoy a delicious ice cream or a refreshing snow cone! While you’re there, meet some of our adorable adoptable dogs who can’t wait to find their forever homes. Your new best friend might just be waiting for you!
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 – Happy Hour Sports Bar
Dine at Happy Hour Sports Bar in Waterloo on Wednesday, October 22 and they will donate a portion of their proceeds to Helping Strays!
Rescue Readers!
Join us for tons of fun at the October Rescue Readers event!
Blessing of the Pets
Bring your furry friend to Metter Park in Columbia to receive a special blessing. Helping Strays will be on site with available animals for adoption. Enjoy music and a fun afternoon in the park!
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 – PAWZ Bar and Grill
Dine at PAWZ Bar and Grill in Columbia on Tuesday, October 28 and they will donate a portion of the proceeds to Helping Strays!
November 2025
Poultry and Pilsner!
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE: chickendance25.givesmart.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.
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.
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 – Joe’s Pizza & Pasta
Dine at Joe’s Pizza & Pasta in Columbia on Thursday, November 19 where they will donate a portion of their proceeds to Helping Strays!
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