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October 2026
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!
Trunk or Treat
Join us at the YMCA for a night of fright and delight! We will be there Friday October 16 between 6:30-8:30 pm for Trunk or Treat! Wear your favorite animal costume and enjoy some trick or treating! Music – costumes – food 9514 Caring Way Columbia IL 62236
“Zombie Love” A Murder Mystery Dinner
Join us at Turner Hall on October 17 for a murder mystery dinner! Come dressed as a zombie or in a Halloween costume. To register: Use the QR code or text Mystery26 to 76278.
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!
Puppy Yoga at TruFusion Foundry!
Come to Puppy Yoga class and enjoy some puppy kisses, cuddles, and cuteness while getting a gentle workout. Class is limited to 50 people so get your reservation in early. Contact Trufusion at 314-528-9618 to register. Cost $30 3770 Foundry Way, Suite 192, St. Louis 63110
Puppy Yoga at Fast Fitness Boot Camp
Come to Puppy Yoga class and enjoy some puppy kisses, cuddles, and cuteness while getting a gentle workout. Class is limited to 25 people so get your reservation in early. BYO yoga mat. Contact Fast Fitness at ffbcwaterloo@gmail.com to register. Minimum $25 to join class, cash only. 405 Front St. Waterloo, IL
Mattress Dogzzz Grand Opening and Pet Adoption Event
We are very excited to be part of Mattress Dogzzz’s Glen Carbon grand opening! Come say hello, meet some adoptable pets, and celebrate a new local business that is helping make a difference for homeless animals in our community. We are very grateful for their support of Helping Strays and can’t wait to see you…
Rescue Readers
Join us for tons of fun at the October Rescue Readers event! Read to the shelter pets, tour the shelter, make crafts.
Retail for Rescue
Shop at Three Tails Parlor and Pantry in Columbia and Waterloo the LAST TUESDAY of every month and they will donate 15% of ALL retail sales from BOTH locations to Helping Strays to support the pets waiting for their forever homes. Store hours: 8am-5:30pm Customers can also shop directly from the shelter’s wishlist in-store to…
PurpleOne Training
The Violence Prevention Center of Southwestern Illinois provides emergency shelter and advocacy for survivors of domestic violence. PurpleOne training is a free education program that teaches participants how to recognize and respond to those experiencing domestic violence. As a fellow local nonprofit, Helping Strays is serving as a community partner host of a training session.…
November 2026
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!
Dog Adoption Event at PetSmart
Join us at PetSmart in Belleville for an adoption event. We will have adoptable dogs, and possibly puppies, on hand for you to meet and adopt. There will also be food trucks and vendors there for another fun Adoption Day! Stop by to adopt a dog, get something good to eat and drink, and do…
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