Upcoming Events

York, PA York Revolution Bark at the Park fundraising event

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
5 Brooks Robinson Way York, PA 17401
(717) 801-4487
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It's Bark at the Park time! Come watch the York Revolution take the field against the Staten Island Ferry Hawks.

The gates open at 5:30pm and first pitch is at 6:30pm.
Well behaved dogs invited! Adopted from OPH? Have a foster? Friend of OPH and have a dog? OR don't have a dog but want to support the cause?

Partial proceeds of all tickets purchased using this link: https://yr1.glitnirticketing.com/yrticket/web/gp_list.php?refresh=1755402502
benefit Operation Paws for Homes.

Group password :: oph25

Parking details: https://yorkrevolution.com/experience/parking/

Glen Allen, VA - Bark in the Park Dog Walk

Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Crump Park
3400 Mountain RoadGlen Allen, VA, 23060
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Join us for Henrico Humane Society’s 3rd Annual Bark in the Park Dog Walk, a fun-filled event with activities for all ages! This year, we're thrilled to announce a new location for an even bigger and better experience. Expect a lively crowd of dog lovers, family friendly activities, and pet-loving fun.

🐾 Meet OPH Adoptable Dogs & Volunteers! 🐾
Come say hello to Operation Paws for Homes and meet some of our amazing adoptable dogs and dedicated volunteers!

🐶 Dogs Attending:
TBD — check back soon for a list of pups who will be joining us!

💙 Want to Lend a Paw?
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Love dogs? Join us at the event and help make a difference! Whether you're holding a leash, handing out info cards, or chatting with attendees, we’d love your help.
👉 Sign up to volunteer

🏡 Ready to Adopt?
We adore our adopters—they truly become part of the OPH family!
Want to take home your new best friend? Submit an application before the event to be eligible to adopt onsite once you find your perfect match.
🐾 Apply to adopt now

Bel Air, MD- Puppy Yoga on the Pool Deck!

Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 10:30 am to 11:30 am
The Arena Club
2304 E Churchville Rd, Bel Air, MD 21015
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What could be better than a relaxing morning of yoga on the pool deck - with PUPPIES? Join us for a 60 minute all-level Yoga class featuring some adoptable puppy friends from Operation Paws for Homes Rescue!

Sign up here! https://givebutter.com/ophyogapups
All proceeds are donated to the Rescue.

Stick around after to talk to us about adopting or volunteering!

Dulles, VA - Ocelot Brewing Company: Adoption Event

Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
23600 Overland Drive, Suite 180 Dulles, VA 20166
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Meet OPH adoptable dogs and volunteers!

Dogs Attending:
TBD

{VOLUNTEER} Love dogs?? We would love to have you help us at the event! You can help by holding a dog leash, handing out cards or talking to the public about OPH. Sign up to be a part of the event >> www.ophrescue.org/volunteer

{ADOPT} We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt. Join OPH and meet some wonderful dogs looking for their forever homes. Submit an application to adopt prior to the event to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#

Spring Grove, PA Paws and Claws Rescue Fest - Adoption Event

Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
1199 Porters Rd, Spring Grove PA 17362
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Please mark your calendars for our Paws and Claws Vendor & Rescue Fest on September 20th at Porters Fire Company (1199 Porters Road, Spring Grove, PA).

Please get ready for an exciting event filled with vendors, rescue groups, and plenty of fun.

OPH will have a vendor space and OPH volunteers will also be selling crafts with partial proceeds to benefit the rescue. Standby for more information as it becomes available!

Tabby Trappers will be microchipping pets for $20 so if your pet is not microchipped please bring them along!

Spring Grove, PA - 2025 September Charity Golf Outing

Friday, September 26, 2025 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
5158 Lehman Rd Spring Grove, PA 17362
(717) 586-6276
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Proceeds go to Operation Paws for Homes – Animal Rescue

When: Friday, September 26, 2025
Where: Hickory Heights Golf Course - 5158 Lehman Road, Spring Grove, PA 17362
Time: Shotgun Start @ 9:00 am
Cost: $65 per player (includes golf, drink cart on course, lunch, and prizes)

Lunch this year will be pit pork BBQ dinner with baked beans, potato salad, chips, fresh fruit, cookies, beer and soda.

• Mulligans: 3 for $5 donation (maximum of 3 mulligans per golfer)
• Sponsorship is available email events@ophrescue.org OR martinndt@comcast.net

Please pay in advance by check only. Make check payable to “Hickory Heights Golf Club”
Mail to: Tom Martin, 1759 Country Road, York, PA 17408-8836

For more information, contact Tom Martin: martinndt@comcast.net or (717)-586-6276

Chester, VA - Chesterfest Adoption Event

Saturday, September 27, 2025 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
11801 Centre St. Chester, VA 23831
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🐾 Meet OPH Adoptable Dogs & Volunteers! 🐾
Come say hello to Operation Paws for Homes and meet some of our amazing adoptable dogs and dedicated volunteers!

🐶 Dogs Attending:
TBD — check back soon for a list of pups who will be joining us!

💙 Want to Lend a Paw?
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Love dogs? Join us at the event and help make a difference! Whether you're holding a leash, handing out info cards, or chatting with attendees, we’d love your help.
👉 Sign up to volunteer

🏡 Ready to Adopt?
We adore our adopters—they truly become part of the OPH family!
Want to take home your new best friend? Submit an application before the event to be eligible to adopt onsite once you find your perfect match.
🐾 Apply to adopt now

Westminster, MD - Fall Fest - Saturday, September 27

Saturday, September 27, 2025 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
City Park, 11 Longwell Avenue, Westminster, MD 21157
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Join us as we participate in the Westminster Fall Fest on Saturday, September 27 (10-6) AND Sunday, September 28 (12-6). The event is a celebration of Westminster and surrounding communities.

There is family fun, live entertainment, rides, delicious food, local vendors, and community spirit. Live music & performances, amusement rides for all ages, unique vendors & crafts, tasty festival food & treats and games & activities for the whole family.

More details & schedule: www.westminsterfallfest.com

Join OPH volunteers and adoptable dogs at the event.

Schedule of adoptable animals each day will be posted here!
Dogs Attending: TBD
Cats Attending: TBD

{VOLUNTEER} Love dogs?? We would love to have you help us at the event! You can help by holding a dog leash, handing out cards or talking to the public about OPH. Sign up to be a part of the event >> www.ophrescue.org/volunteer

{ADOPT} We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt. Join OPH and meet some wonderful dogs looking for their forever homes. Submit an application to adopt prior to the event to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#

Alexandria, VA- Old Town School for Dogs, Adoption Event

Saturday, September 27, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Old Town School for Dogs
529 Oronoco Street Alexandria, VA
(703) 836-7643
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Come find your new best friend on September 27th from 12-2.

We will be hanging out at Old Town School for Dogs with adoptable pets.

Be sure to check back later to see who will be visiting.

Westminster, MD - Fall Fest - September 28

Sunday, September 28, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
City Park, 11 Longwell Avenue, Westminster, MD 21157
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Join us as we participate in the Westminster Fall Fest on Saturday, September 27 (10-6) AND Sunday, September 28 (12-6). The event is a celebration of Westminster and surrounding communities.

There is family fun, live entertainment, rides, delicious food, local vendors, and community spirit. Live music & performances, amusement rides for all ages, unique vendors & crafts, tasty festival food & treats and games & activities for the whole family.

More details & schedule: www.westminsterfallfest.com

Join OPH volunteers and adoptable dogs at the event.

Schedule of adoptable animals each day will be posted here!
Dogs Attending: TBD
Cats Attending: TBD

{VOLUNTEER} Love dogs?? We would love to have you help us at the event! You can help by holding a dog leash, handing out cards or talking to the public about OPH. Sign up to be a part of the event >> www.ophrescue.org/volunteer

{ADOPT} We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt. Join OPH and meet some wonderful dogs looking for their forever homes. Submit an application to adopt prior to the event to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#

Glen Allen, VA - Fall Pet Fair

Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Crump Park
3400 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, VA
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🐾 Meet OPH Adoptable Dogs & Volunteers! 🐾
Come say hello to Operation Paws for Homes and meet some of our amazing adoptable dogs and dedicated volunteers!

🐶 Dogs Attending:
TBD — check back soon for a list of pups who will be joining us!

💙 Want to Lend a Paw?
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Love dogs? Join us at the event and help make a difference! Whether you're holding a leash, handing out info cards, or chatting with attendees, we’d love your help.
👉 Sign up to volunteer

🏡 Ready to Adopt?
We adore our adopters—they truly become part of the OPH family!
Want to take home your new best friend? Submit an application before the event to be eligible to adopt onsite once you find your perfect match.
🐾 Apply to adopt now

Glen Allen, VA - Walk n' Wag 5k

Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
3400 Mountain Road Glen Allen, VA, 23060
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🐾 Meet OPH Adoptable Dogs & Volunteers! 🐾
Come say hello to Operation Paws for Homes and meet some of our amazing adoptable dogs and dedicated volunteers!

🐶 Dogs Attending:
TBD — check back soon for a list of pups who will be joining us!

💙 Want to Lend a Paw?
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Love dogs? Join us at the event and help make a difference! Whether you're holding a leash, handing out info cards, or chatting with attendees, we’d love your help.
👉 Sign up to volunteer

🏡 Ready to Adopt?
We adore our adopters—they truly become part of the OPH family!
Want to take home your new best friend? Submit an application before the event to be eligible to adopt onsite once you find your perfect match.
🐾 Apply to adopt now

Alexandria, VA - Grounded Coffee Shop, Adoption Event

Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
6919 Telegraph Road Alexandria, VA
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🐾 Meet OPH Adoptable Dogs & Volunteers! 🐾 while enjoying your coffee and delicious bakery items!

🐶 Dogs Attending:
TBD — check back soon for a list of pups who will be joining us!
💙 Want to Lend a Paw?
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Love dogs? Join us at the event and help make a difference! Whether you're holding a leash, handing out info cards, or chatting with attendees, we’d love your help.
👉 Sign up to volunteer
🏡 Ready to Adopt?
We adore our adopters—they truly become part of the OPH family!
Want to take home your new best friend? Submit an application before the event to be eligible to adopt onsite once you find your perfect match.
🐾 Apply to adopt now See less

Dickerson, MD -Howl-O-Wine Event

Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
18125 Comus Road Dickerson, Maryland 20842
(301) 605-0130
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We are happy to participate in Wags for Hope's 16th Annual Howlowine Event at Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard.

Enjoy some dog & family friendly Fall Fun at Wags for Hope's Annual HOWL-O-WINE fundraiser. Your generosity will fund the majority of their operating costs and pay the required insurance for our pet therapy visits and the Reading Program.

HOWL-O-WINE will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 12 – 5pm at Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard. EVENT WILL BE HELD RAIN OR SHINE!

Tickets are $20 in advance (or $25 at the gate). Ticket includes entry to the event, a souvenir wine glass, and a complimentary tasting of Sugarloaf wines. Kids are free. Must be 21+ to consume alcohol.

Pack up the pups and bring the whole family to enjoy an afternoon of Fall fun while supporting a great cause!

Don’t miss the famous Doggie Costume Contest – Enjoy Sugarloaf Wine – Shop with our Vendors – Donate and Dash Area – SOUTHWEST AIRLINE VOUCHER RAFFLE & much more!

All proceeds from ticket sales will benefit Wags for Hope. Advanced ticket sales will end on October 17, 2025.

Come meet some adoptable dogs and learn more about Operation Paws for Homes while you support another great non-profit, Wags for Hope.

DOGS ATTENDING:
TBD

{VOLUNTEER} Love dogs?? We would love to have you help us at the event! You can help by holding a dog leash, handing out cards or talking to the public about OPH. Sign up to be a part of the event >> www.ophrescue.org/volunteer

{ADOPT} We love our adopters, they become family! Apply to adopt at ophrescue.org/adopt Join OPH and meet some wonderful dogs looking for their forever homes. Submit an application to adopt prior to the event to be eligible to adopt as soon as you meet that special four-legged someone! https://ophrescue.org/adopters/new#

2025 Autumn Auction (October 19-26)

Sunday, October 19, 2025 from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
Online
Online
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Join OPH for our 7th Annual Autumn Online Auction!

Have something to donate or have questions about the auction? Email us at auction@ophrescue.org.

Check back later to see the items we have to offer.

8 Days: Auction starts Sunday, Oct 19 at 9:00 am and ends Sunday, Oct 26 at 9:00pm

Get your holiday shopping done early from home! Bid on an incredible array of products and services including getaways, restaurant and retail gift cards, stunning artwork, and everything your pet could ever want! Shop for friends and family or indulge for yourself and your furry friends. Either way, you're helping to rescue abandoned animals and give them a second chance at life!