FAMILIES are invited to join the Sunshine Coast Animal Refuge (SCARS) for a Family Fun Open Day on Sunday, September 14, from 10am–2pm, with activities, tours, stalls, and even a quirky $10,000 fundraiser.
The event promises plenty to see and do, including kids’ entertainment such as face painting, braiding, games and book readings, along with guided tours of the shelter areas, a doggy kissing booth, wildlife education sessions, training demonstrations, food stalls and coffee vans, plus shops for pets and people.
SCARS spokesperson Penny Brischke said the day was designed to engage families and give them a closer look at the work of the refuge.
“It’s going to be a fun-filled couple of hours with activities for families who want to learn more about rescue dogs and cats and what we do. This one isn’t an event for your pets – it’s all about families and kids,” she said.
The day’s major fundraising drawcard is the Dog ‘Poop’ Lottery. With only 100 tickets available at $500 each, participants have the chance to win $10,000, decided in an unusual way by whichever square a SCARS dog chooses to “poop” on during the event.
SCARS, established in 1979, is an independent, non-profit refuge providing care, rehabilitation, and rehoming for abandoned, abused, stray and unwanted cats and dogs, while promoting responsible pet ownership across the Sunshine Coast.
Check out the website and Facebook page for more updates: www.sippycreek.com.au
