The Children's Home to Host Pup Parade, Sept. 17 as Kickoff to FACES 2016 Fundraiser

CATONSVILLE, Md. – The Children’s Home, a 501 (c) 3 organization committed to fostering statewide crisis intervention services for youths ages 13 to 21, invites the community to “let the dogs out” for a morning of family and canine fun.

The nonprofit’s first ever Pup Parade will take place Saturday, Sept. 17, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at its Catonsville campus (205 Bloomsbury Ave., 21228). Pets can strut their stuff and compete for such awards as: Most Pawsome Costume, Most Talented Pup, Best Dog/Owner Costume Duo and Cutest Pup.

Guests also can enjoy performances by acoustic rock duo, The Boh-tinis, face painting, and hamburgers, hotdogs, other refreshments and soft drinks for sale by The Children’s Home. Pets on Wheels is an event partner, while Westview Animal Hospital and BARK are event sponsors.

The Pup Parade will serve as a creative interpretation of “Unleash Your Awesome”– the theme of The Children’s Home’s signature fundraiser, FACES 2016 taking place Friday, Oct. 28, from 6 to 10 p.m., at the Baltimore Museum of Industry.

FACES 2016 will offer gourmet food by Puttin’ On The Ritz complemented by wine, beer, sodas and a signature cocktail; dancing to live music by The Swingin’ Swamis; raffle drawings; pumpkin decorating; a photo booth, and live and silent auctions featuring one-of-kind artwork created by The Children’s Home residents, who respond positively to art as an innovative approach to rebuilding their lives.

At the Pup Parade, pets can unleash their awesome with their owners, while The Children’s Home residents incorporate these sights into their art for the FACES 2016 auction. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and the parade commences at 10:30. Admission is a $5 per pet donation to The Children’s Home.

For more information about the Pup Parade, to purchase tickets for FACES 2016 or learn about The Children’s Home’s programs and services, call 410.744.7310 or visit www.thechildrenshome.net.

About The Children’s Home
Established in 1863 as an orphanage for children abandoned due to the Civil War, The Children's Home celebrates a distinguished legacy of caring for Maryland’s at-risk children and youth both inside and outside the family structure. Its programs and services have continued to evolve to meet the needs of the community.

Operating from its 44-acre campus in Catonsville, the non-profit provides a comprehensive program of academic support, recreation, therapeutic counseling, arts and culture and life skills to give each child the opportunity to become a happy and productive citizen. Three of its most exciting program endeavors are weekly equestrian/pet therapies, entrepreneurial expressive arts and job placement assistance for older teens and young adults.