Greyhound Friends of NJ, Inc.
222 Long Neck Circle
Millsboro, NJ 19966 -0669
(732) 356-4370
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 See our events calendar here.

Current Scheduled Events:


WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Yagaraw Park
Wednesday January 14th, 2009 7:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Yantacaw Park, Nutley, NJ
Map: Franklin Avenue Nutley NJ

Wednesday Night Walk

We are meeting Wednesday nights at 7pm for a walk around the Nutley area - weather permitting!

When: 7pm 'til ??

Where: This is currently up in the air - Jean is looking for a new, better lit location.

Please contact Jean for the weekly walk's location until further notice

Please contact Jean Thomas at jeanlt.fbg@verizon.net or 973 661-1994


Meet & Greet, Manalapan, NJ
Saturday January 17th, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Manalapan, NJ (732) 683-1119
Map: 7 Route 9 Manalapan NJ 07726

Please contact Patty Comerford 732 566-2226pac173@aol.com


Meet & Greet, Easton, PA
Saturday January 17th, 2009 11:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: Petco, Easton, PA 610-330-0740
Map: 2429 Nazareth Road (25th Street Shopping Center) Easton PA 18045

Please contact KathyMarie Sidie for information greys335@rcn.com


Meet & Greet, Manahawkin, NJ
Saturday January 17th, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Manahawkin, NJ
Map: 219 Stafford Park Boulevard Manahawkin NJ 08050

Please join GFNJ for this new Meet & Greet !



Please contact Alice Brown for information at savgreys@comcast.net or 609-597-0312



Meet & Greet, Concordville, PA
Saturday January 17th, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 AM
Location: PetSmart, Concordville, PA (610) 358-0292
Map: 800 Hatton Drive Glen Mills PA 19342

Please join GFNJ for a NEW Meet & Greet!



This M&G is located at the PetSmart at Concorville Town Center in Corncordville, (Delaware County) PA.
The center is located on Route 1 in Delaware County between Routes 322 and 202.

Information on adoptables will be available.

The event will be hosted by Nancy Simons and Michele Siegel.

Please call Nancy for further information at 610 388 - 0838.



Meet & Greet, Middletown, NY
Saturday January 17th, 2009 1:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Middletown, NY (845) 342-1261
Map: 88-25 Dunning Road Middletown NY 10940

This M&G is cancelled this month

Please contact Nancy Bowden 845 987-8663 or bowden@warwick.net or contact Jane Lehmbeck 973-764-1425 or lehmbeck@warwick.net


A Meet & Greet is an informal way to learn about Greyhounds and the need that retired racers have for good homes. Spend time with some beautiful dogs and find out how to adopt one of your own. Or, give your Grey the chance to spend time with other Greyhounds.


WEEKLY EVENT: Hiking Wawayonda Par
Sunday January 18th, 2009 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ

Hiking Greyhounds @ Wawayanda State Park, Hewitt, NJ

Every Sunday 9:00 AM until around 11:00 AM

Location: We meet in the first parking lot at the main entrance off Warwick Turnpike near the Ranger Station.

More Info: http://home.earthlink.net/~hiking-greyhounds/index.html

E-Mail: hiking-greyhounds@earthlink.net

Phone: (973) 229-7171



WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Van Saun Park
Sunday January 18th, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Van Saun Park, Paramus
Map: 216 Forest Avenue Paramus NJ

Calling All Passaic and Bergen County Greyhounds for the weekly Sunday Greyhound Walk. Every Sunday, weather permitting, there's an informal Greyhound Walk around Van Saun Park in Paramus. The longest distance we walk is just under 2 miles, but it's easy to bail out at anytime if you or your pooch is pooped. And speaking of pooped... here's the details: Bring: Something to pick up the poop. Place: Van Saun Park Paramus. Parking Lot #5 (The Pony Rides) Time: 9 am Sundays.


WEEKLY EVENT: Stroll Merrill Creek Reservoir
Sunday January 18th, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Merrill Creek Reservoir, Washington, NJ
Map: 34 Merrill Creek Road Washington NJ

Calling all Warren County and Lehigh Valley greyhounds!! Come and join us every Sunday morning at 9 AM at the Merrill Creek Reservoir for a walk around Merrill Creek!! There are lots of trails to choose from, and, GFNJ volunteer, Nancy Barnett will provide us with maps of the area, so there are different trails available for any e-bodied greyhound. We will be meeting in the Parking Lot at the Main Entrance at 10 AM every Sunday morning. Please log on to the Merrill Creek website for directions. We will be walking through woods and fields and there are also several watering holes for the hounds to drink and swim. Please bring water for you and your hound and dress you and your hound appropriately. Bug spray is also recommended for this time of year.

If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Barnett at 908-310-9130 or nancy_barnett@merck.com


Meet & Greet, Edison, NJ
Sunday January 18th, 2009 11:30 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: Petco, Edison, NJ 732-516-0330
Map: 1025 Route 1 S Edison NJ 08817

Please contact Dawn & Kent at tapgirl65@msn.com or call 732-940-4223 and leave a message.

Dawn & Kent are looking for great people and greyhounds who are interested in helping at this M&G.


Meet & Greet, Staten Island, NY
Sunday January 18th, 2009 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Staten Island
Map: 1520 Forest Avenue Staten Island NY

Please contact Cheryl Rosa for information 718-442-3974cherylarosa@aol.com


Meet & Greet at the Movies! Monroe, NY
Sunday January 18th, 2009 12:30 PM until 03:30 PM
Location: Monroe 6 Cinema, Monroe, NY
Map: 34 Millpond Parkway Monroe NY 10950

Join GFNJ at the movies

A new movie, "Hotel For Dogs" is coming out this weekend and we are having a Meet and Greet!

This is a great opportunity for our greys, so come on out!

If you can help, please contact Nancy Bowden 845 987-8663 or bowden@warwick.net




WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Yagaraw Park
Wednesday January 21st, 2009 7:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Yantacaw Park, Nutley, NJ
Map: Franklin Avenue Nutley NJ

Wednesday Night Walk

We are meeting Wednesday nights at 7pm for a walk around the Nutley area - weather permitting!

When: 7pm 'til ??

Where: This is currently up in the air - Jean is looking for a new, better lit location.

Please contact Jean for the weekly walk's location until further notice

Please contact Jean Thomas at jeanlt.fbg@verizon.net or 973 661-1994


Meet & Greet, Somerville, NJ
Saturday January 24th, 2009 11:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: Petco, Somerville, NJ 908-203-8840
Map: 300 Hwy 202 (Somerville Circle) Raritan NJ 08869

Please contact Terryl Jackson for information 908-203-0070 greygal3@optonline.net

A Meet & Greet is an informal way to learn about Greyhounds and the need that retired racers have for good homes. Spend time with some beautiful dogs and find out how to adopt one of your own. Or, give your Grey the chance to spend time with other Greyhounds.


Meet & Greet at Pupcake Bakery, Caldwell, NJ
Saturday January 24th, 2009 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: Pupcake Dog Bakery & Boutique, Caldwell, NJ
Map: 27 Roseland Avenue Caldwell NJ 07006

Join GFNJ at the Pupcake Bakery!



GFNJ will be at the store from 12pm to 3pm.

Pupcake Bakery specializes in healthy pet treats, premium dog & cat food, clothing, leashes, collars, toys...

Please join Ellen, Wilber and Orville at this event - if you need more info, please contact Ellen at 973-759-0461 RedReeper@aol.com



WEEKLY EVENT: Hiking Wawayonda Par
Sunday January 25th, 2009 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ

Hiking Greyhounds @ Wawayanda State Park, Hewitt, NJ

Every Sunday 9:00 AM until around 11:00 AM

Location: We meet in the first parking lot at the main entrance off Warwick Turnpike near the Ranger Station.

More Info: http://home.earthlink.net/~hiking-greyhounds/index.html

E-Mail: hiking-greyhounds@earthlink.net

Phone: (973) 229-7171



WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Van Saun Park
Sunday January 25th, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Van Saun Park, Paramus
Map: 216 Forest Avenue Paramus NJ

Calling All Passaic and Bergen County Greyhounds for the weekly Sunday Greyhound Walk. Every Sunday, weather permitting, there's an informal Greyhound Walk around Van Saun Park in Paramus. The longest distance we walk is just under 2 miles, but it's easy to bail out at anytime if you or your pooch is pooped. And speaking of pooped... here's the details: Bring: Something to pick up the poop. Place: Van Saun Park Paramus. Parking Lot #5 (The Pony Rides) Time: 9 am Sundays.


WEEKLY EVENT: Stroll Merrill Creek Reservoir
Sunday January 25th, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Merrill Creek Reservoir, Washington, NJ
Map: 34 Merrill Creek Road Washington NJ

Calling all Warren County and Lehigh Valley greyhounds!! Come and join us every Sunday morning at 9 AM at the Merrill Creek Reservoir for a walk around Merrill Creek!! There are lots of trails to choose from, and, GFNJ volunteer, Nancy Barnett will provide us with maps of the area, so there are different trails available for any e-bodied greyhound. We will be meeting in the Parking Lot at the Main Entrance at 10 AM every Sunday morning. Please log on to the Merrill Creek website for directions. We will be walking through woods and fields and there are also several watering holes for the hounds to drink and swim. Please bring water for you and your hound and dress you and your hound appropriately. Bug spray is also recommended for this time of year.

If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Barnett at 908-310-9130 or nancy_barnett@merck.com


Phillipsburg Mall Meet & Greet, Phillipsburg, NJ
Sunday January 25th, 2009 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: Phillipsburg Mall, Phillipsburg, NJ
Map: 1200 Highway 22 East Phillipsburg NJ 08865

This M&G is rescheduled from Saturday, January 10th

Meet & Greet at Phillipsburg Mall

We'll be in the Center Court (outside H&M) from 12-3:00.

This mall is a GREYT place to Meet & Greet!
We get a warm welcome, great set-up with plenty of room, and lots of interested people to introduce our beautiful greys to!

A Sports Card Collectible Show is also planned for the Mall that weekend, if anyone in your family is interested.

Please stop by and help us Meet & Greet - the more dogs we have, the bigger impact we make, and the more fun it is for all of us! (Our little-bit-shy dogs seem to handle this location well also, since they are indoors with plenty of greyhound company)

Contact Nancy Barnett by phone, text or email for more information: 908-310-9130 nancy_barnett@merck.com



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Meet & Greet, Rockaway, NJ
Sunday January 25th, 2009 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Rockaway, NJ
Map: 367 Mount Hope Avenue (Exit 35A Route 80) Rockaway NJ

Please contact Sue Daniw for information (973) 557-8318 45mphk9@gmail.com


WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Yagaraw Park
Wednesday January 28th, 2009 7:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Yantacaw Park, Nutley, NJ
Map: Franklin Avenue Nutley NJ

Wednesday Night Walk

We are meeting Wednesday nights at 7pm for a walk around the Nutley area - weather permitting!

When: 7pm 'til ??

Where: This is currently up in the air - Jean is looking for a new, better lit location.

Please contact Jean for the weekly walk's location until further notice

Please contact Jean Thomas at jeanlt.fbg@verizon.net or 973 661-1994


Meet & Greet, Broomall, PA
Saturday January 31st, 2009 12:00 PM until 02:30 PM
Location: PetSmart, Broomall, PA (610) 353-4446
Map: 2940 Springfield Road Broomall PA 19008

Please contact Doreen Peterzak for information dpeterzak@juno.com

A Meet & Greet is an informal way to learn about Greyhounds and the need that retired racers have for good homes. Spend time with some beautiful dogs and find out how to adopt one of your own. Or, give your Grey the chance to spend time with other Greyhounds.


Meet & Greet, Harriman, NY
Saturday January 31st, 2009 1:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: Harriman (Monroe) PetSmart, Monroe, NY
Map: 126 Bailey Farm Road Monroe NY 10950

Please note that this M&G is being held in the Harriman store today.

Please contact Nancy Bowden 845 987-8663 or bowden@warwick.net or contact Jane Lehmbeck 973-764-1425 or lehmbeck@warwick.net


A Meet & Greet is an informal way to learn about Greyhounds and the need that retired racers have for good homes. Spend time with some beautiful dogs and find out how to adopt one of your own. Or, give your Grey the chance to spend time with other Greyhounds.


WEEKLY EVENT: Hiking Wawayonda Par
Sunday February 1st, 2009 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ

Hiking Greyhounds @ Wawayanda State Park, Hewitt, NJ

Every Sunday 9:00 AM until around 11:00 AM

Location: We meet in the first parking lot at the main entrance off Warwick Turnpike near the Ranger Station.

More Info: http://home.earthlink.net/~hiking-greyhounds/index.html

E-Mail: hiking-greyhounds@earthlink.net

Phone: (973) 229-7171



WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Van Saun Park
Sunday February 1st, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Van Saun Park, Paramus
Map: 216 Forest Avenue Paramus NJ

Calling All Passaic and Bergen County Greyhounds for the weekly Sunday Greyhound Walk. Every Sunday, weather permitting, there's an informal Greyhound Walk around Van Saun Park in Paramus. The longest distance we walk is just under 2 miles, but it's easy to bail out at anytime if you or your pooch is pooped. And speaking of pooped... here's the details: Bring: Something to pick up the poop. Place: Van Saun Park Paramus. Parking Lot #5 (The Pony Rides) Time: 9 am Sundays.


WEEKLY EVENT: Stroll Merrill Creek Reservoir
Sunday February 1st, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Merrill Creek Reservoir, Washington, NJ
Map: 34 Merrill Creek Road Washington NJ

This walk is on hiatis until the nicer weather comes around (hopefully soon!)

Calling all Warren County and Lehigh Valley greyhounds!! Come and join us every Sunday morning at 9 AM at the Merrill Creek Reservoir for a walk around Merrill Creek!! There are lots of trails to choose from, and, GFNJ volunteer, Nancy Barnett will provide us with maps of the area, so there are different trails available for any e-bodied greyhound. We will be meeting in the Parking Lot at the Main Entrance at 10 AM every Sunday morning. Please log on to the Merrill Creek website for directions. We will be walking through woods and fields and there are also several watering holes for the hounds to drink and swim. Please bring water for you and your hound and dress you and your hound appropriately. Bug spray is also recommended for this time of year.

If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Barnett at 908-310-9130 or nancy_barnett@merck.com


WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Yagaraw Park
Wednesday February 4th, 2009 7:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Yantacaw Park, Nutley, NJ
Map: Franklin Avenue Nutley NJ

Wednesday Night Walk

We are meeting Wednesday nights at 7pm for a walk around the Nutley area - weather permitting!

When: 7pm 'til ??

Where: This is currently up in the air - Jean is looking for a new, better lit location.

Please contact Jean for the weekly walk's location until further notice

Please contact Jean Thomas at jeanlt.fbg@verizon.net or 973 661-1994


Meet & Greet, PetSmart, Ocean, NJ
Saturday February 7th, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Ocean, NJ
Map: 2391 Route 66 Ocean NJ 07712

This Meet & Greet will move from the 1st Saturday of the month to the last Saturday of the month.

Jeremy, Larry & Keagen are looking forward to seeing you on 1/28!!!

Please contact Jeremy Griffin or Larry Bertorelli for information at oceanoj@gmail.com or larrybertorelli@gmail.com


Meet & Greet, Sicklerville, NJ
Saturday February 7th, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Sicklerville, NJ
Map: 467 Cross Keys Road (Town Square Center) Sicklerville NJ



New Meet & Greet !

Please join GFNJ at this new store.

For Information please contact Karen Joncas 856-889-1779 or joncor2@verizon.net




Meet & Greet, Downington, PA
Saturday February 7th, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Downingtown, PA (610) 518-0250
Map: 1010 East Lancaster Avenue Downingtown PA 19335

Please contact Adrienne Menn for information - 610-692-4933

A Meet & Greet is an informal way to learn about Greyhounds and the need that retired racers have for good homes. Spend time with some beautiful dogs and find out how to adopt one of your own. Or, give your Grey the chance to spend time with other Greyhounds.


Meet & Greet, Secaucus, NJ
Saturday February 7th, 2009 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Secaucus, NJ
Map: 300 Mill Creek Drive (Off of Route 3 Westbound) Secaucus NJ

Please contact Ellen Ganopoulos for information 973-759-0461 RedReeper@aol.com

We will need greyt volunteers and beautiful hounds today and for future monthly Meet & Greets at this store location. Please let us know if you can help.


WEEKLY EVENT: Hiking Wawayonda Par
Sunday February 8th, 2009 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ

Hiking Greyhounds @ Wawayanda State Park, Hewitt, NJ

Every Sunday 9:00 AM until around 11:00 AM

Location: We meet in the first parking lot at the main entrance off Warwick Turnpike near the Ranger Station.

More Info: http://home.earthlink.net/~hiking-greyhounds/index.html

E-Mail: hiking-greyhounds@earthlink.net

Phone: (973) 229-7171



WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Van Saun Park
Sunday February 8th, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Van Saun Park, Paramus
Map: 216 Forest Avenue Paramus NJ

Calling All Passaic and Bergen County Greyhounds for the weekly Sunday Greyhound Walk. Every Sunday, weather permitting, there's an informal Greyhound Walk around Van Saun Park in Paramus. The longest distance we walk is just under 2 miles, but it's easy to bail out at anytime if you or your pooch is pooped. And speaking of pooped... here's the details: Bring: Something to pick up the poop. Place: Van Saun Park Paramus. Parking Lot #5 (The Pony Rides) Time: 9 am Sundays.


WEEKLY EVENT: Stroll Merrill Creek Reservoir
Sunday February 8th, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Merrill Creek Reservoir, Washington, NJ
Map: 34 Merrill Creek Road Washington NJ

This walk is on hiatis until the nicer weather comes around (hopefully soon!)

Calling all Warren County and Lehigh Valley greyhounds!! Come and join us every Sunday morning at 9 AM at the Merrill Creek Reservoir for a walk around Merrill Creek!! There are lots of trails to choose from, and, GFNJ volunteer, Nancy Barnett will provide us with maps of the area, so there are different trails available for any e-bodied greyhound. We will be meeting in the Parking Lot at the Main Entrance at 10 AM every Sunday morning. Please log on to the Merrill Creek website for directions. We will be walking through woods and fields and there are also several watering holes for the hounds to drink and swim. Please bring water for you and your hound and dress you and your hound appropriately. Bug spray is also recommended for this time of year.

If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Barnett at 908-310-9130 or nancy_barnett@merck.com


Meet & Greet, Clifton, NJ
Sunday February 8th, 2009 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: Petco, Clifton, NJ (973) 472-3344
Map: 780 Route 3 West Clifton NJ 07012

Please contact Chris and Lora Clauberg at 201-832-3287 or Cclaub1414@aol.com

We will need greyt volunteers and beautiful hounds today and for future monthly Meet & Greets at this store location.
Please let us know if you can help.



WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Yagaraw Park
Wednesday February 11th, 2009 7:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Yantacaw Park, Nutley, NJ
Map: Franklin Avenue Nutley NJ

Wednesday Night Walk

We are meeting Wednesday nights at 7pm for a walk around the Nutley area - weather permitting!

When: 7pm 'til ??

Where: This is currently up in the air - Jean is looking for a new, better lit location.

Please contact Jean for the weekly walk's location until further notice

Please contact Jean Thomas at jeanlt.fbg@verizon.net or 973 661-1994


PetSmart Adoption Day, PetSmart, Ocean, NJ
Saturday February 14th, 2009 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Ocean, NJ
Map: 2391 Route 66 Ocean NJ 07712

Please join GFNJ for PetSmart's Adoption Day!

Please contact Jeremy Griffin or Larry Bertorelli for information at oceanoj@gmail.com or larrybertorelli@gmail.com


Meet & Greet, Princeton, NJ
Saturday February 14th, 2009 11:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: Cutter's Mill Natural Pet Place, Princeton
Map: 301 N. Harrison Street Princeton NJ

This M&G is cancelled for this month - see you in March!

Please contact Mary O'Donnell for information 908-281-3007 cleo1053@aol.com


Meet & Greet, Holmdel, NJ
Saturday February 14th, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Holmdel, NJ (732) 615-9770
Map: 2101 US Hwy 35 Holmdel NJ 07733

For information please contact Rose Comerford at 732 566-9514greyboyz@aol.com


Meet & Greet, Deptford, NJ
Saturday February 14th, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Deptford, NJ
Map: 2000 Clements Bridge Road Deptford NJ

Please join GFNJ for this Meet & Greet !!! Cancelled Feb. 14--come see us and many dogs at the Tabernacle Open House on Sunday, Feb. 15.



Please contact Linda Lyman for more info at lelyman10@comcast.net



Meet & Greet, Petco, Watchung, NJ
Saturday February 14th, 2009 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: Petco, Watchung, NJ 908-322-2844
Map: 1701 Rt 22 W (Blue Star Shopping Center) Watchung NJ 07069

Please contact Janet Marshall for information greygal58@gmail.com


Phillipsburg Mall Meet & Greet, Phillipsburg, NJ
Saturday February 14th, 2009 12:00 PM until Thursday February 12th, 2009 03:00 PM
Location: Phillipsburg Mall, Phillipsburg, NJ
Map: 1200 Highway 22 East Phillipsburg NJ 08865

Meet & Greet at Phillipsburg Mall

We'll be in the Center Court (outside H&M) from 12-3:00.

This mall is a GREYT place to Meet & Greet!
We get a warm welcome, great set-up with plenty of room, and lots of interested people to introduce our beautiful greys to!

Your presence at this Meet & Greet might help find a loving home for one of our greys.

Please join us this Valentine's Day weekend. If your dog is a bit timid, he/she might do well in this environment with lots of greyhound company.

Please stop by and help us Meet & Greet - the more dogs we have, the bigger impact we make, and the more fun it is for all of us! (Our little-bit-shy dogs seem to handle this location well also, since they are indoors with plenty of greyhound company)

Contact Nancy Barnett by phone, text or email for more information: 908-310-9130 nancy_barnett@merck.com



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Meet & Greet, Wayne, NJ
Saturday February 14th, 2009 3:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Wayne, NJ
Map: 57 Route 23 (Westbelt Shopping Center) Wayne NJ 07470

Please note this M&G is at a new time - 3pm to 6pm!

Please contact Ellen Ganopoulos for information 973-759-0461 RedReeper@aol.com


WEEKLY EVENT: Hiking Wawayonda Par
Sunday February 15th, 2009 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ

Hiking Greyhounds @ Wawayanda State Park, Hewitt, NJ

Every Sunday 9:00 AM until around 11:00 AM

Location: We meet in the first parking lot at the main entrance off Warwick Turnpike near the Ranger Station.

More Info: http://home.earthlink.net/~hiking-greyhounds/index.html

E-Mail: hiking-greyhounds@earthlink.net

Phone: (973) 229-7171



WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Van Saun Park
Sunday February 15th, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Van Saun Park, Paramus
Map: 216 Forest Avenue Paramus NJ

Calling All Passaic and Bergen County Greyhounds for the weekly Sunday Greyhound Walk. Every Sunday, weather permitting, there's an informal Greyhound Walk around Van Saun Park in Paramus. The longest distance we walk is just under 2 miles, but it's easy to bail out at anytime if you or your pooch is pooped. And speaking of pooped... here's the details: Bring: Something to pick up the poop. Place: Van Saun Park Paramus. Parking Lot #5 (The Pony Rides) Time: 9 am Sundays.


WEEKLY EVENT: Stroll Merrill Creek Reservoir
Sunday February 15th, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Merrill Creek Reservoir, Washington, NJ
Map: 34 Merrill Creek Road Washington NJ

This walk is on hiatis until the nicer weather comes around (hopefully soon!)

Calling all Warren County and Lehigh Valley greyhounds!! Come and join us every Sunday morning at 9 AM at the Merrill Creek Reservoir for a walk around Merrill Creek!! There are lots of trails to choose from, and, GFNJ volunteer, Nancy Barnett will provide us with maps of the area, so there are different trails available for any e-bodied greyhound. We will be meeting in the Parking Lot at the Main Entrance at 10 AM every Sunday morning. Please log on to the Merrill Creek website for directions. We will be walking through woods and fields and there are also several watering holes for the hounds to drink and swim. Please bring water for you and your hound and dress you and your hound appropriately. Bug spray is also recommended for this time of year.

If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Barnett at 908-310-9130 or nancy_barnett@merck.com


WEEKLY EVENT: Stroll Merrill Creek Reservoir
Sunday February 15th, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Merrill Creek Reservoir, Washington, NJ
Map: 34 Merrill Creek Road Washington NJ

This walk is on hiatis until the nicer weather comes around (hopefully soon!)

Calling all Warren County and Lehigh Valley greyhounds!! Come and join us every Sunday morning at 9 AM at the Merrill Creek Reservoir for a walk around Merrill Creek!! There are lots of trails to choose from, and, GFNJ volunteer, Nancy Barnett will provide us with maps of the area, so there are different trails available for any e-bodied greyhound. We will be meeting in the Parking Lot at the Main Entrance at 10 AM every Sunday morning. Please log on to the Merrill Creek website for directions. We will be walking through woods and fields and there are also several watering holes for the hounds to drink and swim. Please bring water for you and your hound and dress you and your hound appropriately. Bug spray is also recommended for this time of year.

If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Barnett at 908-310-9130 or nancy_barnett@merck.com


Open House at Tabernacle Bed & Biscuit Kennel
Sunday February 15th, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: Tabernacle Bed & Biscuit Kennel, Tabernacle, NJ (609) 268-5700
Map: 46 Carranza Road Tabernacle NJ 08088

CUPIDS & CANINES OPEN HOUSE

Come join GFNJ at the Tabernacle Bed & Biscuit Kennel for an Open House!

Valentine Weekend - Sunday, February 15th - 11 - 2

Come on out and meet the newly arrived greys as well as some of the dogs in foster care.

Come meet the new love of your life!



We will have some items for sale, as well as some Valentine munchies.

Please contact Linda Lyman at lelyman10@comcast.net or 732 356-4370 if you have any questions.



Meet & Greet, PetSmart, Watchung, NJ
Sunday February 15th, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Watchung, NJ
Map: 1515 US Highway 22 Watchung NJ 07069

Please join GFNJ at this new Meet & Greet ! Volunteers and dogs are needed to attend ! Please contact Ellen Ganopoulos for information 973-759-0461 RedReeper@aol.com




Meet & Greet, Edison, NJ
Sunday February 15th, 2009 11:00 AM until 01:30 PM
Location: Petco, Edison, NJ 732-516-0330
Map: 1025 Route 1 S Edison NJ 08817

Please note - this M&G will be held from 11 to 1:30 today!

Please contact Dawn & Kent at tapgirl65@msn.com or call 732-940-4223 and leave a message.

Dawn & Kent are looking for great people and greyhounds who are interested in helping at this M&G.


WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Yagaraw Park
Wednesday February 18th, 2009 7:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Yantacaw Park, Nutley, NJ
Map: Franklin Avenue Nutley NJ

Wednesday Night Walk

We are meeting Wednesday nights at 7pm for a walk around the Nutley area - weather permitting!

When: 7pm 'til ??

Where: This is currently up in the air - Jean is looking for a new, better lit location.

Please contact Jean for the weekly walk's location until further notice

Please contact Jean Thomas at jeanlt.fbg@verizon.net or 973 661-1994


Meet & Greet, Manalapan, NJ
Saturday February 21st, 2009 11:00 AM until 01:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Manalapan, NJ (732) 683-1119
Map: 7 Route 9 Manalapan NJ 07726

We are going to the Tricky Tray, so this M&G will only be held until 1pm today (got to get there early to set up...)

Please contact Patty Comerford 732 566-2226pac173@aol.com


Meet & Greet, Manahawkin, NJ
Saturday February 21st, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Manahawkin, NJ
Map: 219 Stafford Park Boulevard Manahawkin NJ 08050

Please join GFNJ for this new Meet & Greet !



Please contact Alice Brown for information at savgreys@comcast.net or 609-597-0312



Meet & Greet, Easton, PA
Saturday February 21st, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: Petco, Easton, PA 610-330-0740
Map: 2429 Nazareth Road (25th Street Shopping Center) Easton PA 18045

Please contact KathyMarie Sidie for information greys335@rcn.com


Meet & Greet, Concordville, PA
Saturday February 21st, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Concordville, PA (610) 358-0292
Map: 800 Hatton Drive Glen Mills PA 19342

Please join GFNJ for a NEW Meet & Greet!



This M&G is located at the PetSmart at Concorville Town Center in Corncordville, (Delaware County) PA.
The center is located on Route 1 in Delaware County between Routes 322 and 202.

Information on adoptables will be available.

The event will be hosted by Nancy Simons and Michele Siegel.

Please call Nancy for further information at 610 388 - 0838.



Meet & Greet, Middletown, NY
Saturday February 21st, 2009 1:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Middletown, NY (845) 342-1261
Map: 88-25 Dunning Road Middletown NY 10940

Please contact Nancy Bowden 845 987-8663 or bowden@warwick.net or contact Jane Lehmbeck 973-764-1425 or lehmbeck@warwick.net


A Meet & Greet is an informal way to learn about Greyhounds and the need that retired racers have for good homes. Spend time with some beautiful dogs and find out how to adopt one of your own. Or, give your Grey the chance to spend time with other Greyhounds.


Tricky Tray, Woodbridge, NJ
Saturday February 21st, 2009 6:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Woodbridge Amublance & Rescue Squad, Woodbridge
Map: 77 Queen Street Woodbridge NJ 07095

Come join GFNJ for our first TRICKY TRAY!

Come and join us for an evening of fun and great prizes- over 150 baskets and impressive Grand Prizes

WHEN: Saturday, February 21, 2009
Doors Open: 6:00pm
Drawing Begins: 7:30pm

WHERE: NEW Woodbridge Ambulance and Rescue Squad
77 Queen Street (near the corner of Green St and Rt 1)
Woodbridge, NJ

Admission: $10 donation includes a sheet of raffle tickets, beverage and baked goodies

Seating is limited. To reserve a spot e-mail Maria at flutz11331@aol.com


WEEKLY EVENT: Hiking Wawayonda Par
Sunday February 22nd, 2009 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ

Hiking Greyhounds @ Wawayanda State Park, Hewitt, NJ

Every Sunday 9:00 AM until around 11:00 AM

Location: We meet in the first parking lot at the main entrance off Warwick Turnpike near the Ranger Station.

More Info: http://home.earthlink.net/~hiking-greyhounds/index.html

E-Mail: hiking-greyhounds@earthlink.net

Phone: (973) 229-7171



WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Van Saun Park
Sunday February 22nd, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Van Saun Park, Paramus
Map: 216 Forest Avenue Paramus NJ

Calling All Passaic and Bergen County Greyhounds for the weekly Sunday Greyhound Walk. Every Sunday, weather permitting, there's an informal Greyhound Walk around Van Saun Park in Paramus. The longest distance we walk is just under 2 miles, but it's easy to bail out at anytime if you or your pooch is pooped. And speaking of pooped... here's the details: Bring: Something to pick up the poop. Place: Van Saun Park Paramus. Parking Lot #5 (The Pony Rides) Time: 9 am Sundays.


WEEKLY EVENT: Stroll Merrill Creek Reservoir
Sunday February 22nd, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Merrill Creek Reservoir, Washington, NJ
Map: 34 Merrill Creek Road Washington NJ

This walk is on hiatis until the nicer weather comes around (hopefully soon!)

Calling all Warren County and Lehigh Valley greyhounds!! Come and join us every Sunday morning at 9 AM at the Merrill Creek Reservoir for a walk around Merrill Creek!! There are lots of trails to choose from, and, GFNJ volunteer, Nancy Barnett will provide us with maps of the area, so there are different trails available for any e-bodied greyhound. We will be meeting in the Parking Lot at the Main Entrance at 10 AM every Sunday morning. Please log on to the Merrill Creek website for directions. We will be walking through woods and fields and there are also several watering holes for the hounds to drink and swim. Please bring water for you and your hound and dress you and your hound appropriately. Bug spray is also recommended for this time of year.

If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Barnett at 908-310-9130 or nancy_barnett@merck.com


Meet & Greet, Rockaway, NJ
Sunday February 22nd, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Rockaway, NJ
Map: 367 Mount Hope Avenue (Exit 35A Route 80) Rockaway NJ

This M&G is cancelled.

Please contact Sue Daniw for information (973) 557-8318 45mphk9@gmail.com


Meet & Greet, Paoli, PA
Sunday February 22nd, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: Cutter's Mill Natural Pet Place, Paoli, PA
Map: 43 Paoli Plaza Paoli PA

Please contact Larry Bowersox for information larry_e_bowersox@vanguard.com

Larry coordinates the Grapehound Wine Tour - ask him about it !!!


Meet & Greet, Staten Island, NY
Sunday February 22nd, 2009 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Staten Island
Map: 1520 Forest Avenue Staten Island NY

Please contact Cheryl Rosa for information 718-442-3974cherylarosa@aol.com


WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Yagaraw Park
Wednesday February 25th, 2009 7:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Yantacaw Park, Nutley, NJ
Map: Franklin Avenue Nutley NJ

Wednesday Night Walk

We are meeting Wednesday nights at 7pm for a walk around the Nutley area - weather permitting!

When: 7pm 'til ??

Where: This is currently up in the air - Jean is looking for a new, better lit location.

Please contact Jean for the weekly walk's location until further notice

Please contact Jean Thomas at jeanlt.fbg@verizon.net or 973 661-1994


Meet & Greet, Somerville, NJ
Saturday February 28th, 2009 11:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: Petco, Somerville, NJ 908-203-8840
Map: 300 Hwy 202 (Somerville Circle) Raritan NJ 08869

Please contact Terryl Jackson for information 908-203-0070 greygal3@optonline.net

A Meet & Greet is an informal way to learn about Greyhounds and the need that retired racers have for good homes. Spend time with some beautiful dogs and find out how to adopt one of your own. Or, give your Grey the chance to spend time with other Greyhounds.


Pet Wellness Day, Well Bred, Chester, NJ
Saturday February 28th, 2009 11:00 AM until 04:00 PM
Location: Well Bred, Chester, NJ
Map: 25 Main Street Chester NJ 07930



Please join Ellen, Orville & Wilber for Pet Wellness Day at Well Bred -
Featuring Celebrity Animal Communicator Emerald DuCoeur !

Emerald DuCoeur talks with you and your animals for greater insight into your companions' hearts, minds and bodies. By increasing awareness and understanding between people and their animal family, problems can be solved and relationships profoundly deepened.
*By appointment only - Call 908-879-6569 to schedule.

Wellness Day programs to include:
*How to thin down your dog or cat naturally
*Supplements for the aging dog
*Healing collars (made by Greyhound Friends)
*Special sale on all dog beds

Please contact Ellen Ganopoulos for information 973-759-0461 RedReeper@aol.com

We will need greyt volunteers and beautiful hounds today and for future monthly Meet & Greets at this store location.
Please let us know if you can help.



Meet & Greet, PetSmart, Ocean, NJ
Saturday February 28th, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Ocean, NJ
Map: 2391 Route 66 Ocean NJ 07712

This Meet & Greet has moved from the 1st Saturday of the month to the last Saturday of the month.

Please contact Jeremy Griffin or Larry Bertorelli for information at oceanoj@gmail.com or larrybertorelli@gmail.com


Meet & Greet, Rockaway, NJ
Saturday February 28th, 2009 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Rockaway, NJ
Map: 367 Mount Hope Avenue (Exit 35A Route 80) Rockaway NJ

This M&G will be held on February 22nd from 11 - 2 this month.

Please contact Sue Daniw for information (973) 557-8318 45mphk9@gmail.com


Meet & Greet, Broomall, PA
Saturday February 28th, 2009 12:00 PM until 02:30 PM
Location: PetSmart, Broomall, PA (610) 353-4446
Map: 2940 Springfield Road Broomall PA 19008

Please contact Doreen Peterzak for information dpeterzak@juno.com

A Meet & Greet is an informal way to learn about Greyhounds and the need that retired racers have for good homes. Spend time with some beautiful dogs and find out how to adopt one of your own. Or, give your Grey the chance to spend time with other Greyhounds.


WEEKLY EVENT: Hiking Wawayonda Par
Sunday March 1st, 2009 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ

Hiking Greyhounds @ Wawayanda State Park, Hewitt, NJ

Every Sunday 9:00 AM until around 11:00 AM

Location: We meet in the first parking lot at the main entrance off Warwick Turnpike near the Ranger Station.

More Info: http://home.earthlink.net/~hiking-greyhounds/index.html

E-Mail: hiking-greyhounds@earthlink.net

Phone: (973) 229-7171



WEEKLY EVENT: Stroll Merrill Creek Reservoir
Sunday March 1st, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Merrill Creek Reservoir, Washington, NJ
Map: 34 Merrill Creek Road Washington NJ

This walk is on hiatis until the nicer weather comes around (hopefully soon!)

Calling all Warren County and Lehigh Valley greyhounds!! Come and join us every Sunday morning at 9 AM at the Merrill Creek Reservoir for a walk around Merrill Creek!! There are lots of trails to choose from, and, GFNJ volunteer, Nancy Barnett will provide us with maps of the area, so there are different trails available for any e-bodied greyhound. We will be meeting in the Parking Lot at the Main Entrance at 10 AM every Sunday morning. Please log on to the Merrill Creek website for directions. We will be walking through woods and fields and there are also several watering holes for the hounds to drink and swim. Please bring water for you and your hound and dress you and your hound appropriately. Bug spray is also recommended for this time of year.

If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Barnett at 908-310-9130 or nancy_barnett@merck.com


WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Van Saun Park
Sunday March 1st, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Van Saun Park, Paramus
Map: 216 Forest Avenue Paramus NJ

Calling All Passaic and Bergen County Greyhounds for the weekly Sunday Greyhound Walk. Every Sunday, weather permitting, there's an informal Greyhound Walk around Van Saun Park in Paramus. The longest distance we walk is just under 2 miles, but it's easy to bail out at anytime if you or your pooch is pooped. And speaking of pooped... here's the details: Bring: Something to pick up the poop. Place: Van Saun Park Paramus. Parking Lot #5 (The Pony Rides) Time: 9 am Sundays.


GFNJ Annual Board of Trustees Meeting
Sunday March 1st, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: Rocky Hill Library, NJ
Map: Route 518 Rocky Hill NJ

Annual Meeting of GFNJ's Board of Trustees.

Guests are welcome to come and observe but may not participate during the official meeting. The capacity of the room is 50 people, so if guests intend to come, please let Linda Lyman know at 732-356-4370.

Refreshments will be served.

The Mary Jacobs Library is located on Route 518 (Washington St) in Rocky Hill, one third of a mile from the intersection of Routes 206 and 518. From Somerville, go south on Route 206 about 12 miles and turn left onto Route 518. The library is on the left side of Washington St. From Princeton, go north on Route 206 and turn right onto Route 518. From New Brunswick, proceed south about 10 miles on Route 27 and bear right onto Route 518 shortly after Kendall Park. Drive about three miles to Rocky Hill and turn right at the library.


WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Yagaraw Park
Wednesday March 4th, 2009 7:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Yantacaw Park, Nutley, NJ
Map: Franklin Avenue Nutley NJ

Wednesday Night Walk

We are meeting Wednesday nights at 7pm for a walk around the Nutley area - weather permitting!

When: 7pm 'til ??

Where: This is currently up in the air - Jean is looking for a new, better lit location.

Please contact Jean for the weekly walk's location until further notice

Please contact Jean Thomas at jeanlt.fbg@verizon.net or 973 661-1994


Meet & Greet, Downington, PA
Saturday March 7th, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Downingtown, PA (610) 518-0250
Map: 1010 East Lancaster Avenue Downingtown PA 19335

Please contact Adrienne Menn for information - 610-692-4933

A Meet & Greet is an informal way to learn about Greyhounds and the need that retired racers have for good homes. Spend time with some beautiful dogs and find out how to adopt one of your own. Or, give your Grey the chance to spend time with other Greyhounds.


Meet & Greet, Sicklerville, NJ
Saturday March 7th, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Sicklerville, NJ
Map: 467 Cross Keys Road (Town Square Center) Sicklerville NJ



New Meet & Greet !

Please join GFNJ at this new store.

For Information please contact Karen Joncas 856-889-1779 or joncor2@verizon.net




Meet & Greet, Secaucus, NJ
Saturday March 7th, 2009 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Secaucus, NJ
Map: 300 Mill Creek Drive (Off of Route 3 Westbound) Secaucus NJ

Please contact Ellen Ganopoulos for information 973-759-0461 RedReeper@aol.com

We will need greyt volunteers and beautiful hounds today and for future monthly Meet & Greets at this store location. Please let us know if you can help.


WEEKLY EVENT: Hiking Wawayonda Par
Sunday March 8th, 2009 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ

Hiking Greyhounds @ Wawayanda State Park, Hewitt, NJ

Every Sunday 9:00 AM until around 11:00 AM

Location: We meet in the first parking lot at the main entrance off Warwick Turnpike near the Ranger Station.

More Info: http://home.earthlink.net/~hiking-greyhounds/index.html

E-Mail: hiking-greyhounds@earthlink.net

Phone: (973) 229-7171



WEEKLY EVENT: Stroll Merrill Creek Reservoir
Sunday March 8th, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Merrill Creek Reservoir, Washington, NJ
Map: 34 Merrill Creek Road Washington NJ

This walk is on hiatis until the nicer weather comes around (hopefully soon!)

Calling all Warren County and Lehigh Valley greyhounds!! Come and join us every Sunday morning at 9 AM at the Merrill Creek Reservoir for a walk around Merrill Creek!! There are lots of trails to choose from, and, GFNJ volunteer, Nancy Barnett will provide us with maps of the area, so there are different trails available for any e-bodied greyhound. We will be meeting in the Parking Lot at the Main Entrance at 10 AM every Sunday morning. Please log on to the Merrill Creek website for directions. We will be walking through woods and fields and there are also several watering holes for the hounds to drink and swim. Please bring water for you and your hound and dress you and your hound appropriately. Bug spray is also recommended for this time of year.

If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Barnett at 908-310-9130 or nancy_barnett@merck.com


WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Van Saun Park
Sunday March 8th, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Van Saun Park, Paramus
Map: 216 Forest Avenue Paramus NJ

Calling All Passaic and Bergen County Greyhounds for the weekly Sunday Greyhound Walk. Every Sunday, weather permitting, there's an informal Greyhound Walk around Van Saun Park in Paramus. The longest distance we walk is just under 2 miles, but it's easy to bail out at anytime if you or your pooch is pooped. And speaking of pooped... here's the details: Bring: Something to pick up the poop. Place: Van Saun Park Paramus. Parking Lot #5 (The Pony Rides) Time: 9 am Sundays.


Meet & Greet, Clifton, NJ
Sunday March 8th, 2009 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: Petco, Clifton, NJ (973) 472-3344
Map: 780 Route 3 West Clifton NJ 07012

Please contact Chris and Lora Clauberg at 201-832-3287 or Cclaub1414@aol.com

We will need greyt volunteers and beautiful hounds today and for future monthly Meet & Greets at this store location.
Please let us know if you can help.



WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Yagaraw Park
Wednesday March 11th, 2009 7:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Yantacaw Park, Nutley, NJ
Map: Franklin Avenue Nutley NJ

Wednesday Night Walk

We are meeting Wednesday nights at 7pm for a walk around the Nutley area - weather permitting!

When: 7pm 'til ??

Where: This is currently up in the air - Jean is looking for a new, better lit location.

Please contact Jean for the weekly walk's location until further notice

Please contact Jean Thomas at jeanlt.fbg@verizon.net or 973 661-1994


Meet & Greet, Princeton, NJ
Saturday March 14th, 2009 11:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: Cutter's Mill Natural Pet Place, Princeton
Map: 301 N. Harrison Street Princeton NJ

Please contact Mary O'Donnell for information 908-281-3007 cleo1053@aol.com


Meet & Greet, Holmdel, NJ
Saturday March 14th, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Holmdel, NJ (732) 615-9770
Map: 2101 US Hwy 35 Holmdel NJ 07733

For information please contact Rose Comerford at 732 566-9514greyboyz@aol.com


Meet & Greet, Deptford, NJ
Saturday March 14th, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Deptford, NJ
Map: 2000 Clements Bridge Road Deptford NJ

Please join GFNJ for this Meet & Greet !!!



Please contact Linda Lyman for more info at lelyman10@comcast.net



Morristown St Patrick's Day Parade
Saturday March 14th, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: South Street, Morristown, NJ
Map: 200 South Street (across from Kings) Morristown NJ

MORRISTOWN ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE


GFNJ will once again participate in the annual Morristown St. Patrick's Day parade held on Saturday, March 14th. We gather at 200 South Street, across from Kings by 11:00am. The parade kicks off by noon and they close the streets so the need to get there by 11:00 is crucial.

Please decorate your dog with an "Irish theme" and our green Greyhound Friends coats will be at hand.

For additional information please contact Janet Wolek Netty324@aol.com

Click here for more information

Meet & Greet, Petco, Watchung, NJ
Saturday March 14th, 2009 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: Petco, Watchung, NJ 908-322-2844
Map: 1701 Rt 22 W (Blue Star Shopping Center) Watchung NJ 07069

Please contact Janet Marshall for information greygal58@gmail.com


Meet & Greet, Wayne, NJ
Saturday March 14th, 2009 3:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Wayne, NJ
Map: 57 Route 23 (Westbelt Shopping Center) Wayne NJ 07470

This M&G is cancelled this month ...
... everyone's going to the St Patrick's Day Parade!!!

Please note this M&G is at a new time - 3pm to 6pm!

Please contact Ellen Ganopoulos for information 973-759-0461 RedReeper@aol.com


WEEKLY EVENT: Hiking Wawayonda Par
Sunday March 15th, 2009 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ

Hiking Greyhounds @ Wawayanda State Park, Hewitt, NJ

Every Sunday 9:00 AM until around 11:00 AM

Location: We meet in the first parking lot at the main entrance off Warwick Turnpike near the Ranger Station.

More Info: http://home.earthlink.net/~hiking-greyhounds/index.html

E-Mail: hiking-greyhounds@earthlink.net

Phone: (973) 229-7171



WEEKLY EVENT: Stroll Merrill Creek Reservoir
Sunday March 15th, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Merrill Creek Reservoir, Washington, NJ
Map: 34 Merrill Creek Road Washington NJ

This walk is on hiatis until the nicer weather comes around (hopefully soon!)

Calling all Warren County and Lehigh Valley greyhounds!! Come and join us every Sunday morning at 9 AM at the Merrill Creek Reservoir for a walk around Merrill Creek!! There are lots of trails to choose from, and, GFNJ volunteer, Nancy Barnett will provide us with maps of the area, so there are different trails available for any e-bodied greyhound. We will be meeting in the Parking Lot at the Main Entrance at 10 AM every Sunday morning. Please log on to the Merrill Creek website for directions. We will be walking through woods and fields and there are also several watering holes for the hounds to drink and swim. Please bring water for you and your hound and dress you and your hound appropriately. Bug spray is also recommended for this time of year.

If you have any questions, please contact Nancy Barnett at 908-310-9130 or nancy_barnett@merck.com


WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Van Saun Park
Sunday March 15th, 2009 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: Van Saun Park, Paramus
Map: 216 Forest Avenue Paramus NJ

Calling All Passaic and Bergen County Greyhounds for the weekly Sunday Greyhound Walk. Every Sunday, weather permitting, there's an informal Greyhound Walk around Van Saun Park in Paramus. The longest distance we walk is just under 2 miles, but it's easy to bail out at anytime if you or your pooch is pooped. And speaking of pooped... here's the details: Bring: Something to pick up the poop. Place: Van Saun Park Paramus. Parking Lot #5 (The Pony Rides) Time: 9 am Sundays.


Meet & Greet, PetSmart, Watchung, NJ
Sunday March 15th, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Watchung, NJ
Map: 1515 US Highway 22 Watchung NJ 07069

Please join GFNJ at this new Meet & Greet ! Volunteers and dogs are needed to attend ! Please contact Ellen Ganopoulos for information 973-759-0461 RedReeper@aol.com




Meet & Greet, Edison, NJ
Sunday March 15th, 2009 11:30 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: Petco, Edison, NJ 732-516-0330
Map: 1025 Route 1 S Edison NJ 08817

Please contact Dawn & Kent at tapgirl65@msn.com or call 732-940-4223 and leave a message.

Dawn & Kent are looking for great people and greyhounds who are interested in helping at this M&G.


Meet & Greet, Staten Island, NY
Sunday March 15th, 2009 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Staten Island
Map: 1520 Forest Avenue Staten Island NY

Please contact Cheryl Rosa for information 718-442-3974cherylarosa@aol.com


WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Yagaraw Park
Wednesday March 18th, 2009 7:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Yantacaw Park, Nutley, NJ
Map: Franklin Avenue Nutley NJ

Wednesday Night Walk

We are meeting Wednesday nights at 7pm for a walk around the Nutley area - weather permitting!

When: 7pm 'til ??

Where: This is currently up in the air - Jean is looking for a new, better lit location.

Please contact Jean for the weekly walk's location until further notice

Please contact Jean Thomas at jeanlt.fbg@verizon.net or 973 661-1994


Meet & Greet at Terry's Pet Depot, Morris Plains
Saturday March 21st, 2009 10:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: Terry's Pet Depot (973) 538-7387
Map: 1711 State Route 10 E Morris Plains NJ 07950

Join GFNJ at a Meet & Greet at Terry's Pet Depot!



GFNJ has been invited to this lovely store on Saturday, March 21st from 10am - 2pm.

Come join us!

Please contact Sue Daniw for information (973) 557-8318 45mphk9@gmail.com


Meet & Greet, Easton, PA
Saturday March 21st, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: Petco, Easton, PA 610-330-0740
Map: 2429 Nazareth Road (25th Street Shopping Center) Easton PA 18045

Please contact KathyMarie Sidie for information greys335@rcn.com


Meet & Greet, Manalapan, NJ
Saturday March 21st, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Manalapan, NJ (732) 683-1119
Map: 7 Route 9 Manalapan NJ 07726

Please contact Patty Comerford 732 566-2226pac173@aol.com


Meet & Greet, Concordville, PA
Saturday March 21st, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Concordville, PA (610) 358-0292
Map: 800 Hatton Drive Glen Mills PA 19342

Please join GFNJ for a NEW Meet & Greet!



This M&G is located at the PetSmart at Concorville Town Center in Corncordville, (Delaware County) PA.
The center is located on Route 1 in Delaware County between Routes 322 and 202.

Information on adoptables will be available.

The event will be hosted by Nancy Simons and Michele Siegel.

Please call Nancy for further information at 610 388 - 0838.



Meet & Greet, Manahawkin, NJ
Saturday March 21st, 2009 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Manahawkin, NJ
Map: 219 Stafford Park Boulevard Manahawkin NJ 08050

Please join GFNJ for this new Meet & Greet !



Please contact Alice Brown for information at savgreys@comcast.net or 609-597-0312