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Events
 See our events calendar here.
Current Scheduled Events:
Meet & Greet at Paragon Federal, Monvale, NJ
Saturday October 27th, 2007 9:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: Paragon Federal, Montvale, NJ
Map: 100 Paragon Drive Montvale nJ
Join GFNJ for a Meet & Greet at Paragon Federal
Paragon Federal is having a car sale and invited GFNJ to attend. We need volunteers and their wonderful greys to come out and show off the dogs!!!
Please contact Ellen Ganopoulos for information 973-759-0461 RedReeper@aol.com
Click here for more information
Meet & Greet, Toms River, NJ
Saturday October 27th, 2007 11:00 AM until 01:00 PM
Location: Petco, Toms River, NJ (732) 473-9818
Map: 1331 Hooper Avenue Toms River NJ 08753
Come join GFNJ at this Meet & Greet !!!
Please contact Cindy Bauer cbauer@onebox.com
Meet & Greet, Easton, PA
Saturday October 27th, 2007 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
Annual Howl-O-Ween parade and costume contest!!!
GFNJ will hosting Petco's annual Howl-O-Ween parade and costume contest.
The Meet & Greet will be from 11 AM until 3 PM. The Halloween activities
start with the parade/costume contest at 2 PM. While, Greyhound Friends of
NJ will be there, this event is open to all pets.
Please contact Chris Griffith for information 610-653-3396 griffsgreys@rcn.com
Meet & Greet (PetsMart), Deptford, NJ
Saturday October 27th, 2007 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Deptford, NJ (856) 853-0042
Map: 1800 Clements Bridge Rd Woodbury NJ 08096
Please contact Mark Reibstein for information 856-228-3957
Meet & Greet, Somerville, NJ
Saturday October 27th, 2007 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, Broomall, PA
Saturday October 27th, 2007 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, Rusty's Place, Ringwood, NJ
Saturday October 27th, 2007 1:00 PM until 04:00 PM
Location: Rusty's Place Pet Supply Store 973-728-3903
Map: 1141 Greenwood Lake Tpk Ringwood NJ
HALLOWEEN PARADE AND MEET & GREET AT RUSTY'S PLACE
Rusty's Place in Ringwood, NJ will be having a Halloween Party for the dogs on Saturday, October 27th. It will be all day, dogs in costumes will get some treats. At 2:30 pm we will have a dog parade around the building with all the dressed puppies (those not in costume will be welcome also). We will then judge for the top 3 dogs in costumes.
Nutro has generously donated 6 months of “Free” food for the winner, 2nd prize will be a $50 Rusty’s gift certificate, 3rd Prize will be a $25 Rusty’s gift certificate.
Greyhound Friends of New Jersey will be there from 1-4 pm for what we expect to be a few hours of fun and laughter.
We will be selling our Halloween and Autumn Bandanas, all proceeds going directly to the greyhounds.
We can always use a hand from other greyhound owners to answer questions and serve as ambassadors to the breed.
Contacts are Nancy Bowden (845) 987-8663 or bowden@warwick.net or contact Jane Lehmbeck lehmbeck@warwick.net.
Of course Chris or Chuck from Rusty's are always there to help also, just give them a call!
Click here for more information
WEEKLY EVENT: Stroll Merrill Creek Reservoir
Sunday October 28th, 2007 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
WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Van Saun Park
Sunday October 28th, 2007 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: Walk Wawayonda Par
Sunday October 28th, 2007 9:00 AM until 11:30 AM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ
Calling all greyhounds (and owners) that enjoy a nice walk in the woods! Join us every Sunday morning at 9 AM at Wawayanda State Park in Hewitt, NJ for a hike on the many trails the park has to offer. We meet in the first parking lot at the main entrance off Warwick Turnpike near the Ranger Station. Walks are normally two to three hours and we typically walk in the woods for at least half the trip. We walk in almost all weather condition so dress yourself and your hound appropriately. You may call Jim Thompson at 973-229-7171 or jpt03@earthlink.netjpt03@earthlink.net for more information.
Harvest Festival '07, Cherry Hill, NJ
Sunday October 28th, 2007 12:00 PM until 04:00 PM
Location: Croft Farm Arts Center
Map: 100 Bortons Mill Rd. Cherry Hill NJ 08002
Harvest Festival '07
GFNJ will be at the Harvest Fest from 12pm to 4pm.
Activites include: pumpkin painting, food court, pony rides, fire safety
demonstrations, rockwall, and much more! Cash prizes will be rewarded in a
Scarecrow Contest and Pumpkin Carving Contest. For contest guidelines:
Events@CHtownship.com or 856-488-7868.
Directions:
From Rt 295 -
Exit 34B to Rt 70 W toward Philadelphia
Go through 2 lights. Take ramp for Brace Rd
At light, turn left to cross over Rt 70 onto Brace Rd
Go to 2nd light and turn right onto Bortons Mill Rd
Croft Farm is at end of road
Please contact Stephanie Trump for information 856-266-8267 strumpgfnj@comcast.net
Click here for more information
Meet & Greet, Rockaway, NJ
Sunday October 28th, 2007 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 October 31st, 2007 6:30 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Yantacaw Park, Nutley, NJ
Map: Franklin Avenue Nutley NJ
NEW!!! Wednesday Night Walk
We are meeting Wednesday nights at 6:30 pm for a walk through Yantacaw Park in Nutley, NJ - weather permitting!
When: 7pm 'til ??
Where: Burger King parking lot - 88 Franklin Ave, Nutley NJ (park on side streets, meet in lot)
You can walk a short distance or a couple of miles - the park has a spring water fountain and we stop for a water break. Or if you're thinking of adopting stop by to meet some beautiful greyhounds!
Please contact Jean Thomas at jeanlt.fbg@verizon.net >
Just a suggestion - newcomers might want to email Jean before the walk so they can find out about any last-minute changes.
Meet & Greet, PetSmart, Ocean, NJ
Saturday November 3rd, 2007 10:30 AM until 01:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Ocean, NJ
Map: 2391 Route 66 Ocean NJ 07712
Come join GFNJ at this new Meet & Greet at a new store !!!
Please contact Jeremy Griffin or Larry Bertorelli for information at oceanoj@gmail.com or larrybertorelli@gmail.com
Meet & Greet, Downington, PA
Saturday November 3rd, 2007 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 November 3rd, 2007 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Secaucus, NJ
Map: 300 Mill Creek Drive (Off of Route 3 Westbound) Secaucus NJ
This event is cancelled for this month - see you in December!!!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: Stroll Merrill Creek Reservoir
Sunday November 4th, 2007 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
WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Van Saun Park
Sunday November 4th, 2007 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 November 4th, 2007 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 Wawayonda Par
Sunday November 4th, 2007 4:30 PM until 05:30 PM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ
The Hudson Valley branch of Greyhound Friends of NJ has changed the time of the weekly walk to 4:30pm for the summer months. We walk at Wawayonda State Park, 885 Warwick Turnpike, Hewitt, NJ 07421. We meet in the first parking lot by the information building. Our walk ends with treats and water for the Greys. Please join us. The Greys are always happy to see one another and it gives us a chance to chat. See you there - weather permitting. You can call Judy Olsen at 845-726-3214 or Jazbo1@frontiernet.net
WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Yagaraw Park
Wednesday November 7th, 2007 7:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Yantacaw Park, Nutley, NJ
Map: Franklin Avenue Nutley NJ
NEW!!! 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, Phillipsburg, NJ
Saturday November 10th, 2007 11:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: Petco, Phillipsburg, NJ
Map: 1209 New Brunswick Avenue Phillipsburg NJ 08865
Greyhounds and fellow volunteers are very appreciated!
Please contact Nancy Barnett for information 908-310-9130 or nancy_barnett@merck.com
Meet & Greet, Holmdel, NJ
Saturday November 10th, 2007 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Holmdel, NJ (732) 615-9770
Map: 2101 US Hwy 35 Holmdel NJ 07733
This M&G is cancelled for this month -
We will be doing Santa Paws photos next month - 12/8 - come join us!!!Please contact Rose Comerford for information 732-566-9514 greyboyz@aol.com
Meet & Greet, Rusty's Place, Ringwood, NJ
Saturday November 10th, 2007 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: Rusty's Place Pet Supply Store 973-728-3903
Map: 1141 Greenwood Lake Tpk Ringwood NJ
Meet and Greet at Rusty's Place !
We are looking for any volunteers or new adopters to come join us. We will be selling Autumn Bandanas, all proceeds go directly to GFNJ.
For additional information please contact Nancy Bowden (845) 987-8663 or bowden@warwick.net or contact Jane Lehmbeck lehmbeck@warwick.net if you can come for an hour or so.
Click here for more information
Meet & Greet, Mt Laurel, NJ
Saturday November 10th, 2007 11:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Mount Laurel, NJ
Map: 62 Centerton Road Mount Laurel NJ
This M&G is rescheduled for next Sunday, 11/18/07Come join GFNJ at this new Meet & Greet !
Please contact Ruthann Rowan for information at 856-853-0388 ruthannrowan@comcast.net
Meet & Greet, Princeton, NJ
Saturday November 10th, 2007 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, Wayne, NJ
Saturday November 10th, 2007 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Wayne, NJ
Map: 57 Route 23 (Westbelt Shopping Center) Wayne NJ 07470
Please contact Ellen Ganopoulos for information 973-759-0461 RedReeper@aol.com
Meet & Greet, Petco, Watchung, NJ
Saturday November 10th, 2007 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
WEEKLY EVENT: Stroll Merrill Creek Reservoir
Sunday November 11th, 2007 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
WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Van Saun Park
Sunday November 11th, 2007 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 November 11th, 2007 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
WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Wawayonda Par
Sunday November 11th, 2007 4:30 PM until 05:30 PM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ
The Hudson Valley branch of Greyhound Friends of NJ has changed the time of the weekly walk to 4:30pm for the summer months. We walk at Wawayonda State Park, 885 Warwick Turnpike, Hewitt, NJ 07421. We meet in the first parking lot by the information building. Our walk ends with treats and water for the Greys. Please join us. The Greys are always happy to see one another and it gives us a chance to chat. See you there - weather permitting. You can call Judy Olsen at 845-726-3214 or Jazbo1@frontiernet.net
WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Yagaraw Park
Wednesday November 14th, 2007 7:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Yantacaw Park, Nutley, NJ
Map: Franklin Avenue Nutley NJ
NEW!!! 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, Easton, PA
Saturday November 17th, 2007 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 Chris Griffith for information 610-653-3396 griffsgreys@rcn.com
Meet & Greet, Manalapan, NJ
Saturday November 17th, 2007 11:00 AM until 02:00 AM
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, Middletown, NY
Saturday November 17th, 2007 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.
WEEKLY EVENT: Stroll Merrill Creek Reservoir
Sunday November 18th, 2007 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
WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Van Saun Park
Sunday November 18th, 2007 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: Hiking in Wawayanda State Park
Sunday November 18th, 2007 9:00 AM until 11:30 AM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ
Calling all greyhounds (and owners) that enjoy a nice walk in the woods!
Join us every Sunday morning at 9 AM at Wawayanda State Park in Hewitt, NJ for a hike on the many trails the park has to offer.
We meet in the first parking lot at the main entrance off Warwick Turnpike near the Ranger Station.
Walks are normally two to three hours and we typically walk in the woods for at least half the trip. We walk in almost all weather condition so dress yourself and your hound appropriately.
You may call Jim Thompson at 973-229-7171 or jpt03@earthlink.net for more information.
Meet & Greet, Mt Laurel, NJ
Sunday November 18th, 2007 11:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Mount Laurel, NJ
Map: 62 Centerton Road Mount Laurel NJ
This M&G is rescheduled from last Saturday, 11/18/07Come join GFNJ at this new Meet & Greet !
Please contact Ruthann Rowan for information at 856-853-0388 ruthannrowan@comcast.net
Meet & Greet, Edison, NJ
Sunday November 18th, 2007 11:00 AM until 02:30 PM
Location: Petco, Edison, NJ 732-516-0330
Map: 1025 Route 1 S Edison NJ 08817
Please note that this M&G is starting early and ending early this month. 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, Hamilton Township, NJ
Sunday November 18th, 2007 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Hamilton Township, NJ (609) 585-4418
Map: 170 Marketplace Blvd Hamilton Township NJ 08691
Please contact Laura & Gary Mease for information 609-888-1727 lauram0324@optonline.net or Jenn Marx 609-291-1721
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, Staten Island, NY
Sunday November 18th, 2007 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 Wawayonda Par
Sunday November 18th, 2007 4:30 PM until 05:30 PM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ
The Hudson Valley branch of Greyhound Friends of NJ has changed the time of the weekly walk to 4:30pm for the summer months. We walk at Wawayonda State Park, 885 Warwick Turnpike, Hewitt, NJ 07421. We meet in the first parking lot by the information building. Our walk ends with treats and water for the Greys. Please join us. The Greys are always happy to see one another and it gives us a chance to chat. See you there - weather permitting. You can call Judy Olsen at 845-726-3214 or Jazbo1@frontiernet.net
WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Yagaraw Park
Wednesday November 21st, 2007 7:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Yantacaw Park, Nutley, NJ
Map: Franklin Avenue Nutley NJ
NEW!!! 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), Deptford, NJ
Saturday November 24th, 2007 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Deptford, NJ (856) 853-0042
Map: 1800 Clements Bridge Rd Woodbury NJ 08096
Please contact Mark Reibstein for information 856-228-3957
Meet & Greet, Somerville, NJ
Saturday November 24th, 2007 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.
Holiday Gift Wrap at Borders, Fort Lee
Saturday November 24th, 2007 11:00 AM until 07:00 PM
Location: Borders, Fort Lee
Map: 1642 Schlosser Street Fort Lee NJ
Holiday Gift Wrap at Borders, Fort Lee
GFNJ has been scheduled for gift wrapping at the Borders in Fort Lee (1642 Schlosser Street) on Saturday, November 24th, 11-7 and Friday, December 21st, 4-11.
If you are able to volunteer for 2 or 3 hours, please email Beatrice at b_buda@msn.com or call her at 201-944-6546. Another way to support this event is to go in and shop - GFNJ benefits.
Meet & Greet, Broomall, PA
Saturday November 24th, 2007 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: Stroll Merrill Creek Reservoir
Sunday November 25th, 2007 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
WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Van Saun Park
Sunday November 25th, 2007 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: Hiking in Wawayanda State Park
Sunday November 25th, 2007 9:00 AM until 11:30 AM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ
Calling all greyhounds (and owners) that enjoy a nice walk in the woods!
Join us every Sunday morning at 9 AM at Wawayanda State Park in Hewitt, NJ for a hike on the many trails the park has to offer.
We meet in the first parking lot at the main entrance off Warwick Turnpike near the Ranger Station.
Walks are normally two to three hours and we typically walk in the woods for at least half the trip. We walk in almost all weather condition so dress yourself and your hound appropriately.
You may call Jim Thompson at 973-229-7171 or jpt03@earthlink.net for more information.
Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes & Noble, Easton, PA
Sunday November 25th, 2007 12:00 PM until 05:00 PM
Location: Barnes & Noble, Easton, PA
Map: 4445 Southmont Way Easton PA 18045
Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes & Noble
Please contact Chris Griffith if you can help with gift wrapping 610-653-3396
griffsgreys@rcn.com
Meet & Greet, Rockaway, NJ
Sunday November 25th, 2007 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 Wawayonda Par
Sunday November 25th, 2007 4:30 PM until 05:30 PM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ
The Hudson Valley branch of Greyhound Friends of NJ has changed the time of the weekly walk to 4:30pm for the summer months. We walk at Wawayonda State Park, 885 Warwick Turnpike, Hewitt, NJ 07421. We meet in the first parking lot by the information building. Our walk ends with treats and water for the Greys. Please join us. The Greys are always happy to see one another and it gives us a chance to chat. See you there - weather permitting. You can call Judy Olsen at 845-726-3214 or Jazbo1@frontiernet.net
WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Yagaraw Park
Wednesday November 28th, 2007 7:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Yantacaw Park, Nutley, NJ
Map: Franklin Avenue Nutley NJ
NEW!!! 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
GFNJ's 11th Annual Craft Show & Pet Expo
Saturday December 1st, 2007 9:00 AM until 04:00 PM
Location: 4-H Building, Bridgewater
Map: 310 Milltown Road Bridgewater NJ 08807
GFNJ's 11th Annual Craft Show & Pet Expo 
GFNJ's biggest fundraiser of the year will once again be held at the 4-H Building on Milltown Road, Bridgewater (across from North Branch Park). The dates are Saturday, December 1st from 9am to 4pm and Sunday, December 2nd from 10am to 4pm.
Highlights include:
- our raffle, which has gotten bigger and better each year
- wonderful vendors
- Santa photos
- holiday bake table
- GFNJ adoption table
- and much, much more!!!
LEASHED PETS WELCOME!!!
Your help, as always, is greatly appreciated. Tell friends, family, co-workers and neighbors about the Craft Show.
If you would like to volunteer to help, please contact Donna Patt at dmpatt@gmail.com
We are also looking for holiday goodies for our Bake Table. Please consider attaching the recipe for your favorite treat so that you can "share the goodness".
If you want information about the Craft Show & Pet Expo, please contact Patty Comerford at 732 566-2226 or pac173@aol.com
Meet & Greet, PetSmart, Ocean, NJ
Saturday December 1st, 2007 10:30 AM until 01:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Ocean, NJ
Map: 2391 Route 66 Ocean NJ 07712
This M&G is cancelled this month due to Santa activity in the store - come join us in January !!!
Please contact Jeremy Griffin or Larry Bertorelli for information at oceanoj@gmail.com or larrybertorelli@gmail.com
Santa Claws Photos, Hamilton Township PETsMART
Saturday December 1st, 2007 11:00 AM until 04:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Hamilton Township, NJ (609) 585-4418
Map: 170 Marketplace Blvd Hamilton Township NJ 08691
"Santa Claws" Photos at the Hamilton Township PETsMART
Come and have a photo taken with Santa -pets, children, adults are all welcome.
Greyhound Friends NJ will be taking digital pet photos with Santa on Sunday December 16, 2007 at the Hamilton Marketplace Petsmart (Hamilton Township, Mercer County, NJ) from 11 until 4.
The cost is $10 with $5 going back to Greyhound Friends. Customers get a digital photo in festive Holiday paperboard frame.
Please contact Laura & Gary Mease for information 609-888-1727 lauram0324@optonline.net
Meet & Greet, Downington, PA
Saturday December 1st, 2007 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 December 1st, 2007 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: Stroll Merrill Creek Reservoir
Sunday December 2nd, 2007 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
WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Van Saun Park
Sunday December 2nd, 2007 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: Hiking in Wawayanda State Park
Sunday December 2nd, 2007 9:00 AM until 11:30 AM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ
Calling all greyhounds (and owners) that enjoy a nice walk in the woods!
Join us every Sunday morning at 9 AM at Wawayanda State Park in Hewitt, NJ for a hike on the many trails the park has to offer.
We meet in the first parking lot at the main entrance off Warwick Turnpike near the Ranger Station.
Walks are normally two to three hours and we typically walk in the woods for at least half the trip. We walk in almost all weather condition so dress yourself and your hound appropriately.
You may call Jim Thompson at 973-229-7171 or jpt03@earthlink.net for more information.
GFNJ's 11th Annual Craft Show & Pet Expo
Sunday December 2nd, 2007 10:00 AM until 04:00 PM
Location: 4-H Building, Bridgewater
Map: 310 Milltown Road Bridgewater NJ 08807
GFNJ's 11th Annual Craft Show & Pet Expo 
GFNJ's biggest fundraiser of the year will once again be held at the 4-H Building on Milltown Road, Bridgewater (across from North Branch Park). The dates are Saturday, December 1st from 9am to 4pm and Sunday, December 2nd from 10am to 4pm.
Highlights include:
- our raffle, which has gotten bigger and better each year
- wonderful vendors
- Santa photos
- holiday bake table
- GFNJ adoption table
- and much, much more!!!
LEASHED PETS WELCOME!!!
Your help, as always, is greatly appreciated. Tell friends, family, co-workers and neighbors about the Craft Show.
If you would like to volunteer to help, please contact Donna Patt at dmpatt@gmail.com
We are also looking for holiday goodies for our Bake Table. Please consider attaching the recipe for your favorite treat so that you can "share the goodness".
If you want information about the Craft Show & Pet Expo, please contact Patty Comerford at 732 566-2226 or pac173@aol.com
Meet & Greet, Clifton, NJ
Sunday December 2nd, 2007 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 Wawayonda Par
Sunday December 2nd, 2007 4:30 PM until 05:30 PM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ
The Hudson Valley branch of Greyhound Friends of NJ has changed the time of the weekly walk to 4:30pm for the summer months. We walk at Wawayonda State Park, 885 Warwick Turnpike, Hewitt, NJ 07421. We meet in the first parking lot by the information building. Our walk ends with treats and water for the Greys. Please join us. The Greys are always happy to see one another and it gives us a chance to chat. See you there - weather permitting. You can call Judy Olsen at 845-726-3214 or Jazbo1@frontiernet.net
WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Yagaraw Park
Wednesday December 5th, 2007 7:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Yantacaw Park, Nutley, NJ
Map: Franklin Avenue Nutley NJ
NEW!!! 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
Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes & Noble, Paramus
Friday December 7th, 2007 4:00 PM until 11:00 PM
Location: Barnes & Noble, Paramus, NJ
Map: 765 Rt. 17 S Paramus NJ
Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes & Noble, Paramus
Greyhound Friends, NJ is once again participating in the Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes and Noble located at 765 Rt. 17 S. Paramus, NJ.
We have been offered the following times: Dec 7th - 4-11pm and Dec 20th - 4 -11pm. We are looking for volunteers to wrap books and usually break the volunteer shifts into 4 - 7:30pm and 7:30 — 11pm.
Unfortunately we are not allowed to bring our dogs, but we do manage to engage customers with Greyhound information and come away with significant donations. It’s a fun event and you can get some holiday shopping done as well.
Please contact Janice McDonald atJaniceMcDonald@optonline.net
Meet & Greet, Phillipsburg, NJ
Saturday December 8th, 2007 11:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: Petco, Phillipsburg, NJ
Map: 1209 New Brunswick Avenue Phillipsburg NJ 08865
Greyhounds and fellow volunteers are very appreciated!
Please contact Nancy Barnett for information 908-310-9130 or nancy_barnett@merck.com
Meet & Greet, Petco, Watchung, NJ
Saturday December 8th, 2007 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: Petco, Watchung, NJ 908-322-2844
Map: 1701 Rt 22 W (Blue Star Shopping Center) Watchung NJ 07069
Please note that this M&G is cancelled this month - see you in January!!!Please contact Janet Marshall for information greygal58@gmail.com
Santa Paws Photos at Holmdel PETsMART
Saturday December 8th, 2007 11:00 AM until 04:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Holmdel, NJ (732) 615-9770
Map: 2101 US Hwy 35 Holmdel NJ 07733
"Santa Claws" Photos at the Holmdel PETsMART
Greyhound Friends NJ will be taking digital pet photos with Santa on
Saturday December 8, 2007 at the Holmdel Petsmart from 11 until 4.
The cost is $10 with $5 going back to Greyhound Friends. Customers get a digital photo in festive Holiday paperboard frame.
For information please contact Rose Comerford at 732 566-9514greyboyz@aol.com
Meet & Greet, Mt Laurel, NJ
Saturday December 8th, 2007 11:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Mount Laurel, NJ
Map: 62 Centerton Road Mount Laurel NJ
Please note that this Meet & Greet is cancelled !
Please contact Ruthann Rowan for information at 856-853-0388 ruthannrowan@comcast.net
Meet & Greet, Princeton, NJ
Saturday December 8th, 2007 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, Wayne, NJ
Saturday December 8th, 2007 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Wayne, NJ
Map: 57 Route 23 (Westbelt Shopping Center) Wayne NJ 07470
Please contact Ellen Ganopoulos for information 973-759-0461 RedReeper@aol.com
Santa Photos at Rusty's Place
Saturday December 8th, 2007 1:00 PM until 05:00 PM
Location: Rusty's Place Pet Supply Store 973-728-3903
Map: 1141 Greenwood Lake Tpk Ringwood NJ
Pet Photo's with Santa at Rusty's Place
GFNJ will be there from 1 til 5. Bring your own camera and take as many pictures as you want - Santa provided. Holiday bandanas will be sold by Greyhound Friends NJ and donations for Santa's time will be going to GFNJ as well.
For additional information please contact Nancy Bowden (845) 987-8663 or bowden@warwick.net or contact Jane Lehmbeck lehmbeck@warwick.net
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Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes & Noble, Marlton
Saturday December 8th, 2007 5:00 PM until 11:00 PM
Location: Barnes & Noble, Marlton, NJ
Map: 200 W Rt 70 Marlton NJ 08053
Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes & Noble, Marlton
Greyhound Friends of NJ will be participating in the Holiday Gift Wrap at the Marlton Barnes & Noble.
We are looking for volunteers to wrap books from 5pm to 11pm.
Unfortunately, we cannot bring our greys to this fund-raising event but we will have greyhound adoption information, pictures and engage anyone interested in conversation about greyhounds and adoptions. This is a fun event and your help will be greytly appreciated.
Please contact Stephanie Trump for information 856-266-8267 strumpgfnj@comcast.net
WEEKLY EVENT: Stroll Merrill Creek Reservoir
Sunday December 9th, 2007 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
WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Van Saun Park
Sunday December 9th, 2007 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: Hiking in Wawayanda State Park
Sunday December 9th, 2007 9:00 AM until 11:30 AM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ
Calling all greyhounds (and owners) that enjoy a nice walk in the woods!
Join us every Sunday morning at 9 AM at Wawayanda State Park in Hewitt, NJ for a hike on the many trails the park has to offer.
We meet in the first parking lot at the main entrance off Warwick Turnpike near the Ranger Station.
Walks are normally two to three hours and we typically walk in the woods for at least half the trip. We walk in almost all weather condition so dress yourself and your hound appropriately.
You may call Jim Thompson at 973-229-7171 or jpt03@earthlink.net for more information.
Santa Claws Photos, PetSmart, Watchung, NJ
Sunday December 9th, 2007 11:00 AM until 04:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Watchung, NJ
Map: 1515 US Highway 22 Watchung NJ 07069
"Santa Claws" Photos at the Watchung PETsMART
Greyhound Friends NJ will be taking digital pet photos with Santa on
Sunday December 9, 2007 at the Watchung Petsmart from 11 until 4.
The cost is $10 with $5 going back to Greyhound Friends. Customers get a digital photo in festive Holiday paperboard frame.
Please contact Ellen Ganopoulos for information 973-759-0461 RedReeper@aol.com
WEEKLY EVENT: Walk Wawayonda Par
Sunday December 9th, 2007 4:30 PM until 05:30 PM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ
The Hudson Valley branch of Greyhound Friends of NJ has changed the time of the weekly walk to 4:30pm for the summer months. We walk at Wawayonda State Park, 885 Warwick Turnpike, Hewitt, NJ 07421. We meet in the first parking lot by the information building. Our walk ends with treats and water for the Greys. Please join us. The Greys are always happy to see one another and it gives us a chance to chat. See you there - weather permitting. You can call Judy Olsen at 845-726-3214 or Jazbo1@frontiernet.net
Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes & Noble, Marlton
Monday December 10th, 2007 5:00 PM until 11:00 PM
Location: Barnes & Noble, Marlton, NJ
Map: 200 W Rt 70 Marlton NJ 08053
Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes & Noble, Marlton
Greyhound Friends of NJ will be participating in the Holiday Gift Wrap at the Marlton Barnes & Noble.
We are looking for volunteers to wrap books from 5pm to 11pm.
Unfortunately, we cannot bring our greys to this fund-raising event but we will have greyhound adoption information, pictures and engage anyone interested in conversation about greyhounds and adoptions. This is a fun event and your help will be greytly appreciated.
Please contact Stephanie Trump for information 856-266-8267 strumpgfnj@comcast.net
Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes & Noble, Marlton
Tuesday December 11th, 2007 5:00 PM until 11:00 PM
Location: Barnes & Noble, Marlton, NJ
Map: 200 W Rt 70 Marlton NJ 08053
Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes & Noble, Marlton
Greyhound Friends of NJ will be participating in the Holiday Gift Wrap at the Marlton Barnes & Noble.
We are looking for volunteers to wrap books from 5pm to 11pm.
Unfortunately, we cannot bring our greys to this fund-raising event but we will have greyhound adoption information, pictures and engage anyone interested in conversation about greyhounds and adoptions. This is a fun event and your help will be greytly appreciated.
Please contact Stephanie Trump for information 856-266-8267 strumpgfnj@comcast.net
Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes & Noble, Marlton
Wednesday December 12th, 2007 5:00 PM until 11:00 PM
Location: Barnes & Noble, Marlton, NJ
Map: 200 W Rt 70 Marlton NJ 08053
Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes & Noble, Marlton
Greyhound Friends of NJ will be participating in the Holiday Gift Wrap at the Marlton Barnes & Noble.
We are looking for volunteers to wrap books from 5pm to 11pm.
Unfortunately, we cannot bring our greys to this fund-raising event but we will have greyhound adoption information, pictures and engage anyone interested in conversation about greyhounds and adoptions. This is a fun event and your help will be greytly appreciated.
Please contact Stephanie Trump for information 856-266-8267 strumpgfnj@comcast.net
Santa Paws Photos at Mount Laurel PETsMART
Saturday December 15th, 2007 11:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Mount Laurel, NJ
Map: 62 Centerton Road Mount Laurel NJ
"Santa Claws" Photos at the Mount Laurel PETsMART
Greyhound Friends NJ will be taking digital pet photos with Santa on
Saturday December 15, 2007 at the Mount Laurel Petsmart from 11 until 3.
The cost is $10 with $5 going back to Greyhound Friends. Customers get a digital photo in festive Holiday paperboard frame.
For information please contact Ruthann Rowan at 856-853-0388
ruthannrowan@comcast.net
Please note that there is no Meet & Greet at this store on Saturday, December 8th.
Meet & Greets will resume in this store in the Spring.
Meet & Greet, Easton, PA
Saturday December 15th, 2007 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 Chris Griffith for information 610-653-3396 griffsgreys@rcn.com
Meet & Greet, Manalapan, NJ
Saturday December 15th, 2007 11:00 AM until 02:00 AM
Location: PetSmart, Manalapan, NJ (732) 683-1119
Map: 7 Route 9 Manalapan NJ 07726
Please contact Patty Comerford 732 566-2226pac173@aol.com
Santa Paws Photos, Wayne PETsMART
Saturday December 15th, 2007 11:00 AM until 04:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Wayne, NJ
Map: 57 Route 23 (Westbelt Shopping Center) Wayne NJ 07470
"Santa Claws" Photos at the Wayne PETsMART
Greyhound Friends NJ will be taking digital pet photos with Santa on
Saturday December 15, 2007 at the Wayne Petsmart from 11 until 4.
The cost is $10 with $5 going back to Greyhound Friends. Customers get a digital photo in festive Holiday paperboard frame.
Please contact Ellen Ganopoulos for information 973-759-0461 RedReeper@aol.com
Meet & Greet, Middletown, NY
Saturday December 15th, 2007 1:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Middletown, NY (845) 342-1261
Map: 88-25 Dunning Road Middletown NY 10940
This Meet & Greet is cancelled this month due to Santa Paws activity in the store - we will resume in January!!!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.
Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes & Noble, Easton, PA
Saturday December 15th, 2007 5:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Location: Barnes & Noble, Easton, PA
Map: 4445 Southmont Way Easton PA 18045
Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes & Noble
Please contact Chris Griffith if you can help with gift wrapping 610-653-3396
griffsgreys@rcn.com
WEEKLY EVENT: Hiking in Wawayanda State Park
Sunday December 16th, 2007 9:00 AM until 11:30 AM
Location: Wawayonda State Park, Hewitt
Map: 885 Warwick Turpike Hewitt NJ
Calling all greyhounds (and owners) that enjoy a nice walk in the woods!
Join us every Sunday morning at 9 AM at Wawayanda State Park in Hewitt, NJ for a hike on the many trails the park has to offer.
We meet in the first parking lot at the main entrance off Warwick Turnpike near the Ranger Station.
Walks are normally two to three hours and we typically walk in the woods for at least half the trip. We walk in almost all weather condition so dress yourself and your hound appropriately.
You may call Jim Thompson at 973-229-7171 or jpt03@earthlink.net for more information.
Meet & Greet, Hamilton Township, NJ
Sunday December 16th, 2007 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Hamilton Township, NJ (609) 585-4418
Map: 170 Marketplace Blvd Hamilton Township NJ 08691
This M&G is cancelled this month due to Santa activity in the store - come see us on 12/1 for Santa photos or next month!
Please contact Laura & Gary Mease for information 609-888-1727 lauram0324@optonline.net or Jenn Marx 609-291-1721
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, Deptford, NJ
Sunday December 16th, 2007 11:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Deptford, NJ
Map: 2000 Clements Bridge Road Deptford NJ
Please join GFNJ for this new Meet & Greet--this is the NEW PETsMART
Anyone interested in participating please contact Jodi Arthur ( 856) 547-8360 jodiscritters@aol.com or Diane Bowersock
Meet & Greet, Staten Island, NY
Sunday December 16th, 2007 12:00 PM until 03:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Staten Island
Map: 1520 Forest Avenue Staten Island NY
Due to Santa Paws photos in the store, this M&G is cancelled this month - see you in January!!!Please contact Cheryl Rosa for information 718-442-3974cherylarosa@aol.com
Meet & Greet, Edison, NJ
Sunday December 16th, 2007 12:00 PM until 04:00 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.
Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes & Noble, Paramus
Thursday December 20th, 2007 4:00 PM until 11:00 PM
Location: Barnes & Noble, Paramus, NJ
Map: 765 Rt. 17 S Paramus NJ
Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes & Noble, Paramus
Greyhound Friends, NJ is once again participating in the Holiday Gift Wrap at Barnes and Noble located at 765 Rt. 17 S. Paramus, NJ.
We have been offered the following times: Dec 7th - 4-11pm and Dec 20th - 4 -11pm. We are looking for volunteers to wrap books and usually break the volunteer shifts into 4 - 7:30pm and 7:30 — 11pm.
Unfortunately we are not allowed to bring our dogs, but we do manage to engage customers with Greyhound information and come away with significant donations. It’s a fun event and you can get some holiday shopping done as well.
Please contact Janice McDonald atJaniceMcDonald@optonline.net
Holiday Gift Wrap at Borders, Fort Lee
Friday December 21st, 2007 4:00 PM until 11:00 PM
Location: Borders, Fort Lee
Map: 1642 Schlosser Street Fort Lee NJ
Holiday Gift Wrap at Borders, Fort Lee
GFNJ has been scheduled for gift wrapping at the Borders in Fort Lee (1642 Schlosser Street) on Saturday, November 24th, 11-7 and Friday, December 21st, 4-11.
If you are able to volunteer for 2 or 3 hours, please email Beatrice at b_buda@msn.com or call her at 201-944-6546. Another way to support this event is to go in and shop - GFNJ benefits.
Meet & Greet (PetsMart), Deptford, NJ
Saturday December 22nd, 2007 11:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: PetSmart, Deptford, NJ (856) 853-0042
Map: 1800 Clements Bridge Rd Woodbury NJ 08096
Please contact Mark Reibstein for information 856-228-3957
Meet & Greet, Somerville, NJ
Saturday December 22nd, 2007 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.
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