Out & About: May

1st Annual Tail Waggers Strut
Sunday, May 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Crossings Animal Sanctuary, Inc. will host the 1st Annual Tail Waggers Strut at Shady Brook Farm. The proceeds will be used exclusively to acquire land, build, and operate Bucks County’s first no-kill animal sanctuary. The event’s goal is 1,000 walkers, who will help raise $100,000.

Honorary chairperson for the event is Marilyn Neiman, former President of Hope for the Animals, who has devoted 20 years to animal rescue in Bucks County. The Bucks County Commissioners, Shady Brook Farm, Stark & Stark, George Leck & Son, A Royal Flush, Sesame Place, and Parx Casino are among the sponsors of the event.

Over 100 vendors will exhibit crafts, jewelry, and pet products and service at the festival field at Shady Brook Farm, the staging area for the Strut. Special events will occur throughout the day, including dog training and agility demonstrations, “Ask the Vet” featuring Lilli Kusiak, DVM, owner of Indian Walk Veterinary Center; The Blessing of the Animals; massages for tired dogs (and walkers); and pet photos.

Local animal rescue organizations will have adoptable dogs available as “loaners” for walkers and for those who wish to provide a forever, loving home. Three weeks prior to Tail Waggers Strut, on April 21, several area restaurants will host ”Appetite for Saving Animals” a dinner hour fundraiser. Participating restaurants will donate a portion of the evening’s revenue to CAS’ Sanctuary Building Fund.

For further information regarding the 1st Annual Tail Waggers Strut, you may also contact The Crossings Animal Sanctuary by calling (215) 321-4673 or visiting www.thecrossingsanimalsanctuary.org.

Gardens of the Jazz Age Sponsored by Heritage Conservancy
Monday, May 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
  
Spend an afternoon enjoying the gardens of an exciting and extravagant era in our history, between the end of the First World War and the 1929 stock market crash, known as the Jazz Age. Garden historian and educator Jenny Rose Carey will focus on gardens from different parts of the country that epitomize the soul of the Jazz Age. Using images from glass slides, Jenny will discuss how the musical innovations of Jazz and the changing socio-economic situation in America, influenced gardens. The presentation will include wonderful images of Aldie Mansion’s Gardens taken in the Jazz Age. A light lunch will be provided during the presentation followed by a brief tour of Aldie Mansion and its gardens. Tickets are $35 per person

Morris Arboretum Wetlands Provide an Ideal Site for Bird-Sightings
Wednesday, May 12 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

If you’ve ever driven by the Morris Arboretum’s wetlands and meadow on your way up the hill to visit the garden and never stopped, you are missing out on some wonderful wildlife. Join expert birder Ruth Pfeffer to learn about the birds found at the Morris Arboretum during the spring season. The wetlands area provides great habitat for a wide variety of birds year-round, but it really comes alive in the Spring. You’ll see resident nesting birds and Spring migrants as they move north for the summer. You’ll learn about the species richness of this very important wildlife area and what makes it such a great place for our feathered friends. Attendees should bring binoculars. Leader, Ruth Pfeffer will provide the wealth of her expertise and enthusiasm about her subject that is infectious, plus a spotting scope and birding books. Loaner binoculars are available. Cost is $20 for Arboretum members and $25 for non-members. To learn more and register, please call (215) 247-5777 x 156 or 125 or visit the Morris Arboretum online at www.morrisarboretum.org under Education.