Coastal Companion

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First Wednesday Art Walk: Aug 4, 2010

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Jacksonville’s favorite monthly event, the First Wednesday Art Walk returns on August 4, 2010. This art walk focuses around man’s best friend.

Here are a few of the highlights:

The PetWalk headquarters is as usual the Florida Theatre. This year it’s the 5th annual PetWalk.
At the theatre you can take a look at exhibits for pet health, pet art, pet adoptions and pet safety.

Pet Friends – Hemming Plaza
Features Friendz of Douglas Anderson, Friends of Jacksonville Animals and The Pawfessionals.

Outside Pet Dining РCaf̩ NOLA @ MOCA
Take this opportunity to dine outside with your furry friend. Make your reservation for the patio during Art Walk and receive specials for both you and your pet.

Enjoy Local Art at London Bridge Eatery & Pub
London Bridge also has pet-friendly outdoor seating. Here you can enjoy local art and live music.

Visit our special events page and download the map for the First Wednesday Art Walk in Jacksonville

2nd Annual Yappy Hour Blue Jeans Ball and Silent Auction

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Dress up in your blue jeans, bring all your friends and head to Tybee Island for a fun evening, it’s all for a good cause. Cash bar, silent auction, entertainment and much more. This event is a fundraiser for Coastal Pet Rescue taking place on Saturday November 14, 2009, from 6 pm – 10 pm at Tybee Island American Legion Post 154.

The emcee for the evening will be WJCL anchor Casey Jones
Entertainment provided by Ray Williams of Sounds Great! Entertainment
Some of the fabulous silent auction items:

* 4 Park Hopper Passes to the Walt Disney World Resort
* Rise and Shine gift basket from Loveless Cafe, Nashville
* Coastal Fitness and Wellness, LLC massage Gift Certificate
* Mary Kay gift basket
* Tickets to STOMP at the Johnny Mercer Theater courtesy of TheCoastalEmpire.com
* Paula Deen Holidays book and magazines basket

Gifts for your pets:

* Photos by Becky Gift Certificate
* Gift basket and certificate from Pawparazzi

Artwork from local artists:

* Debbie Brady Robinson
* Savannah Art Works

Gift certificates for local inns:

* Foley Inn
* DeSoto Beach Inn
* River Street Inn

Gift certificates to local restaurants:

* The Crab Shack
* Charly’s

Gift certificates for recreation:

* Capt. Mike’s Dolphin Adventure Tours
* Savannah Canoe and Kayak
* North Island Kayak
* Savannah Dan Walking Tours Private Tour
* Savannah Movie Tours
* Two free rounds of golf at the Wilmington Island Club
* Box seats to the 2010 Savannah Sand Gnats baseball season

Gift certificates for your business:

* Call to Order Organizing
* Signs by Design

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4th Annual Dog Days in the Park – Jacksonville, Florida

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The 4th Annual Dog Days in the Park will take place at the Confederate Park in Jacksonville on Saturday September 19th, 2009 from 11.00 am – 5.00 pm. This is an off-leash dog park, so pack up your pets, friends and family, and head out to a fun Saturday in the park for everyone.

This event offers a lot of fun for both humans and their best friends. It’s a packed program with Disc-Connected K9, Pals and Paws Agility demo, Jumpin’ Jax flyball & paws, costume contest (for dogs), pet blessing and a Look-a-like-contest for pet and owner.

This event is a fundraiser for the Springfield Animal Care and Rescue Club (SACRC).
All proceeds from the event will be used for the rescue program. Find out how you can help by visiting the website

Springfield’s off-leash dog park is located in Confederate Park at 956 Hubbard Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206. The dog park is on the east side of Hubbard.
(Click here for directions to Confederate Park in Jacksonville)
This is a great park for both people and pets.

Small dog play area and large dog play area, each with a separate double gate entry
Waste pick-up stations
Shade structures with benches
K9 and people water fountains
Vinyl-coated 6′ fence for all areas of the park

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Pet Fest 2009 – Mount Pleasant, SC

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Come to Palmetto Island County Park in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina for a fun-filled weekend for both pets and pet owners.

This is Charleston’s premiere pet festival packed with exhibits, demonstrations, contests, entertainment and pet activities of all kinds.

Some of the highlights include:

  • K9s in Flight Frisbee Dogs & Dock Diving
    Charleston Kennel Club’s Meet the Breed show
    Microchipping Clinic
    Lowcountry Dog Magazine Model contest
    Dog Washing Station

and much, much more…

March 28 10 am – 4 pm and March 29 Noon – 4 pm

For more information, call 843-795-4FUN (4386) or visit pet fest 2009