City of Norfolk, VA
05/08/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/08/2025 08:33
Spring Fling for Shelter Pets Brings Hampton Roads Animal Advocates Together
Seasonal event to feature adoptable animals, local shelters and community connections
NORFOLK, Va. - Norfolk Animal Care Center (NACC) invites pet and animal lovers to come together for an afternoon of wagging tails, community connections and adoptable pets at the Shelter Spring Fling. This heartwarming event will take place on Saturday, May 17, from noon to 4 p.m., at Afterglow Brewing (2330 Bowdens Ferry Rd., Suite 600).
Nearly a dozen local animal shelters and rescues from across Hampton Roads will be on hand to share resources, promote pet adoption and celebrate the amazing bond between humans and pets. Attendees can meet adoptable pets, learn about volunteer and foster opportunities and connect with fellow animal advocates in the community.
Participating shelters and rescues include:
- Norfolk Animal Care Center
- Norfolk SPCA
- Virginia Beach SPCA
- Virginia Beach Animal Care & Adoption Center
- Chesapeake Humane Society
- Chesapeake Animal Services
- PETA
- Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society
- Portsmouth Humane
- Suffolk Humane Society
- Reba's Animal Rescue & Adoption Center
The Shelter Spring Fling is family-friendly and open to all. There will be live music and food available for purchase from the Mockingbird Pasta Bar.
Shelter Spring Fling
Saturday, May 17
Noon to 4 p.m.
Afterglow Brewing
2330 Bowdens Ferry Rd., Suite 600, Norfolk
Connect with Norfolk Animal Care Center at www.norfolk.gov/nacc and on social media @norfolkanimals.
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