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SUMMARY:Sweetpea Essay Contest
DESCRIPTION:Calling all budding authors\, poets\, and storytellers in your classes!\n\n\nWriting competitions are a great way to motivate students to write.\nThey give students a real world context for writing and also give students the chance to earn prizes.\nParticipating in writing contests can significantly contribute to the growth of middle school scholars (5th thru 8th grade may apply) by fostering their creativity and self-assurance.\n\n\nThrough the process of conceptualizing and articulating their thoughts on various topics\, students are encouraged to think outside the box\, explore diverse perspectives\, and develop their unique voice as writers.\n\n\nThis experience is invaluable in nurturing their writing abilities and enhancing their overall academic performance.\n\nEngaging in writing contests encourages students to delve into different genres\, styles\, and themes\, thereby expanding creative horizons.\nBy experimenting with various forms of expression\, such as poetry\, essays\, or fiction\, students can unleash their imagination and hone their storytelling skills.\n\nThis process not only fosters love for writing but also instills a sense of accomplishment that bolsters their confidence in expressing themselves through words.\n\nImagine writing a powerful letter\, just like Martin Luther King Jr.\, to someone who can make a real difference on an issue students care about. Here’s the challenge:\nStudents are to express what it meant to them to adopt a rescue dog\, or why they would want to rescue a shelter dog.\n\nWhy would they encourage other families to do so? What would it mean to them if they could adopt a dog?\nThey should write a 250-word letter (approximately 2 typed pages) explaining the issue\, why it matters\, and urge others to make the same decision.\nBe sure to include your name\, your pets name and a photo with your submission.\n\nAll essays will be on display at the Furry Friends Fashion Show (tentatively August 17th at the Hamilton Rod & Gun Club in Sturbridge)\n\n\n\nBeyond the prizes! First place will receive a $100 scholarship from Threads Boutique\, 2nd place will receive a $50 gift card to Petco for your furry friend.\nThe overall winner will have an option to be spotlighted at the event with their rescue.\n\n\n\nParticipating in writing competitions offers numerous benefits beyond just winning. It allows students to:\n\nReceive valuable feedback:\nMany competitions provide feedback from professional writers or educators\, helping students hone their skills.\nBoost your confidence:\nSubmitting work and gaining recognition can be incredibly empowering to students.\nGain experience and exposure:\nCompetitions can be stepping stones to future writing endeavors for students.\n\nSo\, what are you waiting for?\nShare these writing competitions with your students and see where their writing can take them.\n\nAll submissions must be typed and sent with a $10 entry fee by May 3\, 2025 to\nSweetpea\, % Deb Young\, 1090 Pleasant Street\, Paxton Ma 01612
URL:https://www.sweetpeafora.org/event/sweetpea-essay-contest/
LOCATION:Online Event
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SUMMARY:Paxton Town-wide Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Paxton Lions Club are hosting their annual Paxton town-wide yard sale Saturday\, May 10\, 2025 from 8:00am-2:00pm.  We’re participating and invite you to come by our shelter at 1090 Pleasant St\, Paxton MA 01612 to do your yard sale shopping! \nYou can get the latest information on their Facebook page
URL:https://www.sweetpeafora.org/event/paxton-town-wide-yard-sale/
LOCATION:Sweetpea Shelter\, 1090 Pleasant St\, Paxton\, Mass\, 01612\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Paxton Lions Club":MAILTO:spworcester@aol.com
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SUMMARY:Bryzee Candle Co. Candle Class for a Cause
DESCRIPTION:Bryzee Candle Co. is hosting an event for Sweetpea Friends of Rutland Animals \n\n\n\nCandle Class for a Cause!\n\n\n\nJoin them Saturday June 21st\, 3–5 PM\, for a hands-on candle making class to benefit Sweetpea.\n\n\n\n$45/person\, 20 spots available\, sign-up online at www.bryzeecandleco.com under the ‘candle making’ page. Everyone will be creating their own unique candle\, and on top a wax dog bone or paw print can be added.\n\n\n\nWe’re also raffling off a gift basket valued at $75 that includes:\n\n\n* $20 gift card\n* Sun Kissed car diffuser\n* Wax melts: Driftwood\, Very Vanilla\, No Margaret We Call This Scented Pinecones Not Fireball\, Joey Doesn’t Share Food\n* Wax melt warmer\n* Tea lights\n* Coconut Lime Sublime candle\n* Carnelian Sunrise room spray\n\n\n\nRaffle tickets available in-store and the winner is to be drawn at 4 PM\, on June 21st\, during class.\n\n\n\nLet’s pour some candles and give back to a great cause!
URL:https://www.sweetpeafora.org/event/bryzee-candle-co-candle-class-for-a-cause/
LOCATION:Millyard\, 559 Main St\, Sturbridge\, MA\, 01518\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bryzee Candle Co":MAILTO:bryzeecandleco@outlook.com
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SUMMARY:Furry Friends Fashion Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Thank you the Sisters for Sweetpea for creating this event!  See below for details! \n  \nJoin us for a paws-itively fabulous pet-friendly event at Hamilton Rod & Gun Club Inc.! Watch adoptable dogs strut their stuff in style while supporting a great cause. \nEnjoy a day filled with fashion\, fun\, vendors\, rescue groups\, raffles\, and fundraising to help support operations and rebuild Sweet Pea Animal Rescue after the devastating 2015 fire. \n🐶 Dogs are welcome! (Please\, no retractable leashes.)\n🎟 Tickets: $20 online | $25 at the door\n👧 Kids under 12: Free \nDon’t miss this chance to meet your new furry best friend or simply help us raise funds and awareness for Sweet Pea. Get your tickets now and make a difference!   \nGet your tickets here! \nInterested in promoting your business? Become a sponsor\, click here for sponsorship opportunities. \n 
URL:https://www.sweetpeafora.org/event/furry-friends-fashion-fundraiser-tentative/
LOCATION:Hamilton Rod & Gun Club\, 24 Hamilton Rd\, Sturbridge\, MA\, 01566-0954\, United States
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SUMMARY:Klems Cares Pet Rescue Fundraiser Night
DESCRIPTION:Klems is an amazing “has everything\, does everything” store in Spencer MA – and because they are amazing people\, among the “does everything” is a night dedicated to supporting local animal rescues!\n\nIf you can\, you should definitely go to the store on August 21st between 4-8pm to check it out and shop.  If you can’t get there in person\, shop online at that time – either way\,  use code Sweetpea at checkout\, and a portion of your sale will be donated to Sweetpea Friends of Rutland Animals!  Your shopping supports this amazing local store and us\, and you get a great deal on great stuff!\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect:\n\nEnjoy an evening of shopping with Raffles\, Prizes from our Prize Wheel\, Event Exclusives\, Music\, Wine & Beer Tastings\, Gourmet Food Demos\, Vendors\, and MORE!\n\n• Special Guests! Paw Patrol Chase & Marshall Appearance from 4:30-6:30PM! Stop by and take a picture together!\n• Snobby Snacks Freeze-Dried Dog Treat Pop-up!\n• Savage Wraps Food Truck!\n• EXCLUSIVE DEAL! Get a YETI 4-Cup Dog Bowl for only $20 -or- a YETI 8-Cup Dog Bowl for only $25\, with a $100 purchase! Spoil your best friend. Originally $40.00-$50.00! While supplies last. Limit 1 per person.\n• Not to mention DOOR PRIZE Winners will be selected EVERY 30 Minutes!\n\nTo learn more about this special evening\, visit Klem’s Facebook event page:\n\n https://www.facebook.com/share/12Bfdj7gmLt/\n\nor click the image below to display just the  event flyer.  Remembe to use the Shopping Code “Sweetpea” at checkout\, and thank you!
URL:https://www.sweetpeafora.org/event/klems-cares-pet-rescue-fundraiser-night/
LOCATION:Klems\, 117 West Main St\, Spencer\, 01562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Klems":MAILTO:info@klemsonline.com
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SUMMARY:Annual Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Quail Hollow Golf Club on September 21st for our annual golf tournament!
URL:https://www.sweetpeafora.org/event/annual-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:Quail Hollow Golf Club\, 1822 Old Turnpike Rd\, Oakham\, MA\, 01068\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pet Rock Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Pet Rock Festival\, an afternoon expo & festival that includes live music\, vendors\, food\, contests and more than 200 animal organizations! \n 
URL:https://www.sweetpeafora.org/event/pet-rock-festival/
LOCATION:Lancaster Fairgrounds\, 318 Seven Bridge Rd\, Lancaster\, MA\, 01523\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pet Rock Festival":MAILTO:petrockfest@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Bassetpalooza 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tail-wagging good time at Bassetpalooza! Enjoy a full day of delicious food\, fun activities\, and adorable hounds\, all in support of a great cause – NE Bassett Hound Rescue!
URL:https://www.sweetpeafora.org/event/bassetpalooza-2025/
LOCATION:Lancaster Fairgrounds\, 318 Seven Bridge Rd\, Lancaster\, MA\, 01523\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="New England Bassett Hound Rescue":MAILTO:info@newenglandbassethoundrescue.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T100000
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SUMMARY:Pictures with Santa
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family and leashed fur babies for Pictures with Santa on Saturday\, November 22nd from 10am to 4pm!
URL:https://www.sweetpeafora.org/event/pictures-with-santa/
LOCATION:Sweetpea Shelter\, 1090 Pleasant St\, Paxton\, Mass\, 01612\, United States
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