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SUMMARY:Santa Cruz Animal Shelter Empty the Shelters®
DESCRIPTION:Empty the Shelters®\nJuly 5-12\, Tues.-Sat. 9:30am-noon; 1-5pm \nBISSELL Pet Foundation’s Empty the Shelters®\, the nation’s largest funded adoption event\, allows adopters to take home a spayed or neutered\, fully vaccinated and microchipped pet for a reduced fee at hundreds of shelters across the country during our quarterly\, national events. \nThese events raise awareness and bring attention to pets waiting in shelters\, helping them find loving homes while also creating space in shelters. \n$50 adoption fee for cats\, dogs\, rabbits \n 
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/santa-cruz-animal-shelter-empty-the-shelters/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Santa Cruz\, 1001 Rodriguez St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260630
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
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SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-06-29/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260623
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065569-1782086400-1782172799@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-06-22/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260616
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065568-1781481600-1781567999@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-06-15/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260609
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
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SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260602
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
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SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-06-01/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065565-1779667200-1779753599@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-05-25/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260519
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065564-1779062400-1779148799@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-05-18/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260512
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065563-1778457600-1778543999@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/sc-county-animal-shelter-awkward-pet-portraits.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065562-1777852800-1777939199@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-05-04/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260428
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065561-1777248000-1777334399@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065560-1776643200-1776729599@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/sc-county-animal-shelter-awkward-pet-portraits.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065559-1776038400-1776124799@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-04-13/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/sc-county-animal-shelter-awkward-pet-portraits.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260407
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065558-1775433600-1775519999@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-04-06/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/sc-county-animal-shelter-awkward-pet-portraits.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260331
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065557-1774828800-1774915199@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-03-30/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/sc-county-animal-shelter-awkward-pet-portraits.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260324
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065556-1774224000-1774310399@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-03-23/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/sc-county-animal-shelter-awkward-pet-portraits.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260317
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065555-1773619200-1773705599@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-03-16/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/sc-county-animal-shelter-awkward-pet-portraits.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260310
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065554-1773014400-1773100799@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-03-09/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/sc-county-animal-shelter-awkward-pet-portraits.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065553-1772409600-1772495999@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-03-02/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/sc-county-animal-shelter-awkward-pet-portraits.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065552-1771804800-1771891199@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/sc-county-animal-shelter-awkward-pet-portraits.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065551-1771200000-1771286399@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-02-16/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260210
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065550-1770595200-1770681599@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-02-09/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260203
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065549-1769990400-1770076799@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-02-02/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260127
DTSTAMP:20260805T033800
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065548-1769385600-1769471999@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-01-26/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTSTAMP:20260805T033801
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065547-1768780800-1768867199@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-01-19/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260113
DTSTAMP:20260805T033801
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065546-1768176000-1768262399@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-01-12/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://santacruzparent.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/sc-county-animal-shelter-awkward-pet-portraits.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260106
DTSTAMP:20260805T033801
CREATED:20260106T024435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T181121Z
UID:10065545-1767571200-1767657599@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026
DESCRIPTION:Awkward Pet Portraits 2026\n Orders close January 31\nDigital portraits delivered February 14 \nAwkward Pet Portraits is a joyful\, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks\, expressions\, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. \nSome portraits are heartfelt.\nSome are… creatively interpretive.\nAll of them support shelter animals who need us! \nHow it works \n\nClick the “Order my portrait!” button\nSelect the number of digital portraits or shelter portraits you would like to order\nUpload a photo of your pet if applicable\nMake a $35 donation per portrait\n\nWhat you’ll receive\nDigital Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of your pet\, created by a community artist\nDelivered by email on February 14\nPerfect for sharing\, printing\, or gifting\n\nShelter Pet Portraits ($35)\n\nA digital portrait of an adoptable shelter pet\nRandomly assigned\nA small way to help a shelter animal get seen and supported\n\nJoin us on March 6th for the Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibit at The Painted Cork in Santa Cruz \nThe Awkward Pet Portrait Exhibition is free and open to the public. Some original art will be available at the exhibit for an additional $15 donation. \nWhy it matters \n100% of proceeds support the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation\, helping provide daily care\, medical support\, enrichment\, and second chances for animals in our community. \nThis fundraiser is about more than art\, it’s about: \n\nSupporting shelter animals\nCelebrating creativity at every level\nBringing people together around something joyful and meaningful\n\n\nA few good things to know \n\n\nOne pet per portrait\nNo revisions (the charm is in the surprise)\nDigital portraits delivered by email on February 14\nMore than one pet?\n\nEmail us: awkward@scanimalshelter.org \nThank you for supporting shelter animals\, student artists\, and a community that believes love—and art—doesn’t have to be perfect to matter. \nLet’s get awkward.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/awkward-pet-portraits-2026/2026-01-05/
LOCATION:https://givebutter.com/awkward
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251027T163000
DTSTAMP:20260805T033801
CREATED:20251022T021943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T035329Z
UID:10062406-1761303600-1761582600@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Spooktacular Pet Adoption Special
DESCRIPTION:Spooktacular Pet Adoption Special\nOctober 24-27\, 11-4:30pm \nGet ready for a howling good time at the Animal Shelter’s Spooktacular Adoption Special\, where your next furry family member is just waiting to steal your heart!  \nEvery adoption comes with essential services like spay/neuter\, microchipping\, and age-appropriate vaccinations—because your commitment to animal welfare is our top priority!  \nBut don’t ghost us—arrive early\, as visits with our lovable animals wrap up at 4:30 PM.The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter is open from 11am to 6pm every day and located at 1001 Rodriguez Street at the corner of 7th Avenue in Santa Cruz\, CA.  \nOur telephone number is 831-454-7200. Last meet and greet ends at 4:30 pm. Visit our website at scanimalshelter.org or click on link in Bio.Thank you for your support! The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter is an open admission—or open door—animal shelter. This means that we will not turn away any animal that comes to our doors.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/spooktacular-pet-adoption-special/
LOCATION:Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Santa Cruz\, 1001 Rodriguez St\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250322T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250322T220000
DTSTAMP:20260805T033801
CREATED:20250312T151031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T151031Z
UID:10049930-1742670000-1742680800@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:Top Dog Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Top Dog Film Festival\nSaturday\, March 22\, 7 – 10pm  \n\n\n\nSupporting Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter \nThe Top Dog Film Festival\, Australia’s premier showcase of the best dog-themed movies from around the world\, ​c​omes to Santa Cruz to celebrat​e the passion of dog lovers.​ The festival will bring a curated selection of hilarious\, heartwarming\, and delightfully dog-centric films​. \nFeature films and short programs will showcase the full range of humanity’s enduring bond with dogs – from local independent films to international award-winners​. As an inclusive and family- friendly event\, the​ Top Dog Film Tour provides a welcoming space for dog lovers of all ages. Whether it’s a lifelong dog enthusiast\, a recent dog adopter\, or simply an appreciation for the unique bond between humans and animals\, this tour promises an experience that will tug at everyones heartstrings and leave them with a renewed appreciation for the extraordinary spirit of dogs. ​ \nDon’t miss out on this year’s event. It sells out each year. You’d be barking mad to miss it! \n\n\n\n\nShow time: 7:00 PM\, doors 6:00 PM\nTickets: $21\nAdvance tickets: www.eventbrite.com\nEvent Website: www.topdogfilmfestival.com\nEvent Website: www.scanimalshelter.org \nA Peek at the films: \n\n\n\nBIONIC PETS\nIn a modest workshop in Virginia\, a modern-day miracle worker is changing the lives of animals in need. Derrick Campana is using his mastery of human prosthetics to forge a new path – crafting bionic limbs that allow four-legged companions to run\, jump and play once again. With a deep passion for animals and unwavering determination\, he pioneered the field of animal prosthetics from the ground up. But the true magic happens when Derrick’s bionic creations are bestowed upon recovering pets unable to walk\, run or live their lives to the fullest after illness\, injury or birth defects. \nANDY: A Dog’s Tale\nAndy a Dog’s Tale follows Andy\, a puppy with an unwavering spirit\, as he overcomes obstacles to become a service dog. Despite humble beginnings\, he encounters friends who teach him about perseverance\, compassion\, and unlocking his true potential. Facing extraordinary challenges\, Andy’s courage and abilities are tested\, but his heart of gold propels him forward. This uplifting story celebrates the resilience within even the smallest creatures\, reminding us that unlikely heroes can emerge from unexpected places. \nDOGSVILLE\nDogsville is a tale of love and passion\, a Shakespearean drama set in the world of dog sports. The unsung hero is a fiery ball of energy called Crocodile Crunch. The mutt\, found abandoned at a horse auction\, lacks the lines of pedigree treasured by her rivals. Nonetheless she has risen to the top in the agility world. Along her teammates\, Radical Rabbit and Posh Piranha\, she competes against the best purebred dogs in the world at the Agility World Championship in the Netherlands. Crocodile Crunch is determined to prove that talent and heart can defeat bloodlines and privilege. \nTHE COMFORTER: PENNY RUTHBERG\nPenny Ruthberg is an artist on an emotional quest to capture the essence of man’s best friend through her ceramics. Operating from her studio in rugged Tasmania\, Penny’s interdisciplinary art practice investigates the profound bond between humans and canines that has existed across cultures throughout history. More than just sculptures\, her pieces attempt to interpret the inner life and individuality of each dog subject – their quirks\, emotions\, and spirits immortalised in clay. Her work is a celebration of our kindred relationship with these faithful companions and a window into the soul of canis familiaris. \nA DOG’S TALE\nThe freedom of the trail is what so many of us long for and so do many of our most loyal companions. Millions of canines enjoy their homes and lives in metropolitan areas\, but there’s something about the primal instinct to feel the forest floor under their paws and smelling a thousand different smells\, all surrounded by the best friends one could ask for. This is a trail dog’s life\, one cherished by both dogs and their humans every time they head out for a ride together. \nMAN’S FIRST FRIEND (custom tour edit)\nFor 20\,000 years\, dogs have stood steadfast alongside humanity – our first friends\, our protectors\, our guides in the world. But how did this unbreakable bond begin? We journey through the remote villages of India where packs of pariah dogs have waged war on marauding monkeys to protect the livelihoods of banana plantation owners for centuries. In the forbidding elevations of the Tibetan Plateau\, we bear witness to the ancient Mastiff lines developed by nomadic tribes to fearlessly guard their camps and herds against predators and thieves.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/top-dog-film-festival/
LOCATION:Rio Theatre\, 1205 Soquel Avenue\, Santa Cruz\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment & Performances,Family Events,Fundraisers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241026T190000
DTSTAMP:20260805T033801
CREATED:20241007T011250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T011754Z
UID:10036512-1729969200-1729969200@santacruzparent.com
SUMMARY:HOWLoween - Doggie Date Night
DESCRIPTION:HOWLoween – Doggie Date Night\n\nSaturday\, October 26\, 7pm \nJoin us along with our partners from Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter and WoofPack 831 for a spooktacular time at HOWLoween – Doggie Date Night featuring Disney’s Haunted Mansion at sundown)! (PG13)  Food\, Soda Pop\, Adoptable Animals! \n¡Únase a nosotros junto con el Condado de Santa Cruz Refugio de Animales y WoofPack 831 para pasar un rato espeluznante en “HOWLoween” Cita Nocturna con su perrito con la película de Disney Haunted Mansion | Mansión embrujada! (PG13)
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/howloween-doggie-date-night/
LOCATION:Anna Jean Cummings Park\, 461 Soquel San Jose Rd\, Soooquel\, CA\, 95073\, United States
CATEGORIES:Date Night,Family Events,Free Events,Holidays,Teen Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter":MAILTO:volunteer@scanimalshelter.org
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