Prince George's County Animal Services Facility & Adoption Center

📢 Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed for dogs and cats, including puppies and kittens.&nbsp;They are full with dogs including some in crates during construction&nbsp;and need space for more dogs coming in. Please meet and adopt them during adoption hours Tuesday through Saturday.&nbsp;&nbsp;
🐶&nbsp;Adopters:&nbsp;&nbsp;Please go to the shelter today&nbsp;(11am to 7pm, arrive no later than 6pm.) Adopters are able to meet 2 dogs and bring dogs for meet and greets 
Note: Adopters of pit bulls: Review the new requirements and complete the&nbsp;Pet Parenting Certification (that takes about an hour)&nbsp;before going to adopt&nbsp;Pit Bull Terriers&nbsp;and specific bully-type breeds. Pet Parenting Certification info:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/animal-licensing/pit-bull-permits" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls</a>&nbsp;
🐶 Prospective fosters:&nbsp;Fosters through the shelter are needed for dogs, as shown in the classified post.&nbsp;Please apply with the shelter to become a foster and save a life. Please view the dogs on the website, review the shelter foster information, apply online and complete Pet Parenting Certification. They allow pit bull-type dogs to be fostered in Maryland.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption/foster-information" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Foster Information | Prince George's County</a>&nbsp;
The Friends of PG&nbsp;County Animal Shelter posts about&nbsp; dogs which need fosters through the shelter or otherwise through rescues.&nbsp;Fostering is usually free with a rescue.
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Friends-of-PG-County-Animal-Shelter/61565594829660/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Friends of PG County Animal Shelter | Upper Marlboro MD | Facebook</a>
Please see bios, photos, and videos of dogs at these&nbsp;links, and share posts with friends, family,&nbsp;neighbors, and coworkers. 
Adoption website:&nbsp;<a href="https://24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT</a>
<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-care-education/spaying-neutering" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Shelter&nbsp;posts:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pgcpets4us/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/pgcpets4us/</a> 
Prince George’s County Animal Shelter, 3750 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Call 301-780 -7200 with the animal ID number(s) to check availability. Adoption Hours: Tuesday to Friday 11:00am - 7:00pm, Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm. (Arrive 1 hour before closing.)
<h2>Animal Services News&nbsp;</h2>
News release: <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/news-events/news/prince-georges-county-allows-legal-ownership-and-adoption-pit-bull-type-terriers-under-new-law" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/news-events/news/prince-georges-county-allows-legal-ownership-and-adoption-pit-bull-type-terriers-under-new-law</a>
For more information about registration, licensing, training requirements, or to determine eligibility, residents may visit <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/animal-licensing/pit-bull-permits" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls</a>.
Links:&nbsp;PG County Shelter adoption steps, fees, and&nbsp;spay/neuter <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
Prince George's County Animal Shelter post: 2/12/26 7pm:&nbsp;&nbsp;
#DYK Pit bull–type terriers can now be legally owned, fostered, and adopted in Prince George’s County under a new pilot program, CB-97-2025, enacted February 2, 2026.&nbsp; &nbsp;
Learn more and read the full fact sheet here:&nbsp;<a href="https://environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls</a>
<a href="https://environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Thinking about adopting? Interested adopters are strongly encouraged to complete the Pet Parenting Certification before visiting the shelter. The module takes about an hour and helps set everyone up for success. (located on website)"
This is a courtesy post.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Local Event: Adopt and Foster Dogs and Cats in Need of Homes (11am - 7pm, arrive by 6pm)

Prince George's County

Upper Marlboro

Maryland

Adopt and Foster Dogs and Cats in Need of Homes...

📢 Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed for dogs and cats, including puppies and kittens. They are  full with...

Adopt and Foster Dogs and Cats in Need of Homes (11am - 7pm, arrive by 6pm)

📢 Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed for dogs and cats, including puppies and kittens.&nbsp;They are full with dogs including some in crates during construction&nbsp;and need space for more dogs coming in. Please meet and adopt them during adoption hours Tuesday through Saturday.&nbsp;&nbsp;
🐶&nbsp;Adopters:&nbsp;&nbsp;Please go to the shelter today&nbsp;(11am to 7pm, arrive no later than 6pm.) Adopters are able to meet 2 dogs and bring dogs for meet and greets 
Note: Adopters of pit bulls: Review the new requirements and complete the&nbsp;Pet Parenting Certification (that takes about an hour)&nbsp;before going to adopt&nbsp;Pit Bull Terriers&nbsp;and specific bully-type breeds. Pet Parenting Certification info:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/animal-licensing/pit-bull-permits" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls</a>&nbsp;
🐶&nbsp;Prospective fosters:&nbsp;Fosters through the shelter are needed for dogs, as shown in the classified post.&nbsp;Please apply with the shelter to become a foster and save a life. Please view the dogs on the website, review the shelter foster information, apply online and complete Pet Parenting Certification. They allow pit bull-type dogs to be fostered in Maryland.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption/foster-information" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Foster Information | Prince George's County</a>&nbsp;
The Friends of PG&nbsp;County Animal Shelter posts about&nbsp; dogs which need fosters through the shelter or otherwise through rescues.&nbsp;Fostering is usually free with a rescue.
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Friends-of-PG-County-Animal-Shelter/61565594829660/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Friends of PG County Animal Shelter | Upper Marlboro MD | Facebook</a>
Please see bios, photos, and videos of dogs at these&nbsp;links, and share posts with friends, family,&nbsp;neighbors, and coworkers. 
Adoption website:&nbsp;<a href="https://24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT</a>
<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-care-education/spaying-neutering" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Shelter&nbsp;posts:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pgcpets4us/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/pgcpets4us/</a>&nbsp;
Prince George’s County Animal Shelter, 3750 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Call 301-780 -7200 with the animal ID number(s) to check availability. Adoption Hours: Tuesday to Friday 11:00am - 7:00pm, Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm. (Arrive 1 hour before closing.)
<h2>Animal Services News&nbsp;</h2>
News release: <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/news-events/news/prince-georges-county-allows-legal-ownership-and-adoption-pit-bull-type-terriers-under-new-law" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/news-events/news/prince-georges-county-allows-legal-ownership-and-adoption-pit-bull-type-terriers-under-new-law</a>
For more information about registration, licensing, training requirements, or to determine eligibility, residents may visit <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/animal-licensing/pit-bull-permits" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls</a>.
Links:&nbsp;PG County Shelter adoption steps, fees, and&nbsp;spay/neuter <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
Prince George's County Animal Shelter post: 2/12/26 7pm:&nbsp;&nbsp;
#DYK Pit bull–type terriers can now be legally owned, fostered, and adopted in Prince George’s County under a new pilot program, CB-97-2025, enacted February 2, 2026.&nbsp; &nbsp;
Learn more and read the full fact sheet here:&nbsp;<a href="https://environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls</a>
<a href="https://environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Thinking about adopting? Interested adopters are strongly encouraged to complete the Pet Parenting Certification before visiting the shelter. The module takes about an hour and helps set everyone up for success. (located on website)"
This is a courtesy post.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Local Event: Adopt and Foster Dogs and Cats in Need of Homes (Arrive by 6PM)

📢 Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed for dogs and cats, including puppies and kittens. They are full with dogs...

Adopt and Foster Dogs and Cats in Need of Homes (Arrive by 6PM)

📢 Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed for dogs and cats, including puppies and kittens.&nbsp;They are at full with dogs including some in crates during construction&nbsp;and need space for more dogs coming in. Please meet and adopt them during adoption hours Tuesday through Saturday.&nbsp;&nbsp;
🐶&nbsp;Adopters:&nbsp;&nbsp;Please go to the shelter today&nbsp;(10am to 4pm, arrive no later than 3pm.) Adopters are able to meet 2 dogs and bring dogs for meet and greets. 
Note:&nbsp;There will also be dogs and cats at an adoption event at Pohanka Honda which is sponsoring fees for adoptions at the event.
Note: Adopters of pit bulls: Review the new requirements and complete the&nbsp;Pet Parenting Certification (that takes about an hour)&nbsp;before going to adopt&nbsp;Pit Bull Terriers&nbsp;and specific bully-type breeds. Pet Parenting Certification info:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/animal-licensing/pit-bull-permits" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls</a>&nbsp;
🐶&nbsp;Prospective fosters:&nbsp;Fosters through the shelter are needed for dogs, as shown in the classified post.&nbsp;Please apply with the shelter to become a foster and save a life. Please view the dogs on the website, review the shelter foster information, apply online and complete Pet Parenting Certification. They allow pit bull-type dogs to be fostered in Maryland.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption/foster-information" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Foster Information | Prince George's County</a>&nbsp;
The Friends of PG&nbsp;County Animal Shelter posts about&nbsp; dogs which need fosters through the shelter or otherwise through rescues.&nbsp;Fostering is usually free with a rescue.
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Friends-of-PG-County-Animal-Shelter/61565594829660/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Friends of PG County Animal Shelter | Upper Marlboro MD | Facebook</a>
Please see bios, photos, and videos of dogs at these&nbsp;links, and share posts with friends, family,&nbsp;neighbors, and coworkers. 
Adoption website:&nbsp;<a href="https://24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT</a>
<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-care-education/spaying-neutering" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Shelter&nbsp;posts:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pgcpets4us/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/pgcpets4us/</a>&nbsp;
Prince George’s County Animal Shelter, 3750 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Call 301-780 -7200 with the animal ID number(s) to check availability. Adoption Hours: Tuesday to Friday 11:00am - 7:00pm, Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm. (Arrive 1 hour before closing.)
<h2>Animal Services News&nbsp;</h2>
News release: <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/news-events/news/prince-georges-county-allows-legal-ownership-and-adoption-pit-bull-type-terriers-under-new-law" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/news-events/news/prince-georges-county-allows-legal-ownership-and-adoption-pit-bull-type-terriers-under-new-law</a>
For more information about registration, licensing, training requirements, or to determine eligibility, residents may visit <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/animal-licensing/pit-bull-permits" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls</a>.
Links:&nbsp;PG County Shelter adoption steps, fees, and&nbsp;spay/neuter <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;
Prince George's County Animal Shelter post: 2/12/26 7pm:&nbsp;&nbsp;
#DYK Pit bull–type terriers can now be legally owned, fostered, and adopted in Prince George’s County under a new pilot program, CB-97-2025, enacted February 2, 2026.&nbsp; &nbsp;
Learn more and read the full fact sheet here:&nbsp;<a href="https://environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls</a>
<a href="https://environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Thinking about adopting? Interested adopters are strongly encouraged to complete the Pet Parenting Certification before visiting the shelter. The module takes about an hour and helps set everyone up for success. (located on website)"
This is a courtesy post.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Local Event: Adopt and Foster Dogs and Cats in Need of Homes (Arrive by 3PM)

📢 Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed for dogs and cats, including puppies and kittens. They are at full with...

Adopt and Foster Dogs and Cats in Need of Homes (Arrive by 3PM)

Darnall's Chance Historic & Museum

Explore the history of printmaking in the 18th century and its influence on the American Revolution. Students will learn about block printing and how it was used to print news and pictures. Kids make and take their own block art notecards. Fee: $10/child, are free. Advanced registration required through pgparksdirect.com and enter ticket code DCHM-SPEC-GA-20260617. Call the museum for information 301-952-8010

Local Event: How Colonial America Got the Word Out

How Colonial America Got the Word Out

Explore the history of printmaking in the 18th century and its influence on the American Revolution. Students will learn about...

John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

Join JSchaus &amp;&nbsp;Associates for their annual Federal Government Contractors Summer Soiree at The John F&nbsp;Kennedy Center on Monday JUNE 22, 2026 in The KC&nbsp;Cafe, Terrace Level.Come out for this fast paced, high end event to mix, mingle and meet with fellow US&nbsp;Federal Government Contractors, large and small businesses as well as US&nbsp;Federal Government Office (OSDBU&nbsp;+&nbsp;OSPBP&nbsp;Offices).&nbsp; Expected attendance is 200+&nbsp; Check the Eventbrite Registration Page for confirmed Sponsors and Federal Government.Tickets required in advance. &nbsp;Ticket price increase on FRIDAY&nbsp;JUNE&nbsp;05 at 5pm ET.&nbsp; &nbsp;Please visit the Eventbrite Registration Page to purchase a ticket, become a Sponsor, and get FAQ's.&nbsp; POC:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jennifer Schaus jschaus@jenniferschaus.com&nbsp;

Local Event: The GovCon Summer Soiree - Federal Contractors NETWORKING EVENT

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Washington DC

District Of Columbia

The GovCon Summer Soiree - Federal Contractors...

Join JSchaus & Associates for their annual Federal Government Contractors Summer Soiree at The John F Kennedy Center on Monday...

The GovCon Summer Soiree - Federal Contractors NETWORKING EVENT

Fireman's Field Complex, 250 S. Nursery Ave., Purcellville, VA, 20132

The annual Purcellville Wine and Food Festival returns on Saturday, July 18, in Dillon’s Woods at the historic Fireman’s Field Complex (250 S. Nursery Avenue, Purcellville). The festival will take place from 2 to 8 p.m., inviting guests to gather with family and friends for an afternoon and evening of local wine, beer, food, live music, art, and more.
This year’s event will showcase 40 vendors, including wineries, breweries, food and snack vendors, and local exhibitors. Enjoy live music performances by the Rick Reaves Band, The Darby Brothers, and the Franklin Park Big Band. The “Arts in the Garden” section, hosted by the Purcellville Arts Council, will highlight local artists who will create works of art live on-site. Additional activities include face painting and a photo stand-in booth. 
Early bird ticket pricing is available through 5 p.m. on July 17: 
• Early bird admission (ages 17 and over): $5 (+ tax) 
• Early bird drink tickets (6 oz wine or 12 oz beer): $8.50 (+ tax) 
• Early bird drink ticket package: 4 tickets for $32 (+ tax) 
• Early bird bottle of wine purchase: $35 (+ tax), available from participating wineries (bottles must be consumed on-site)
A souvenir glass will be provided with the purchase of the first drink ticket. Save time and money by purchasing your tickets in advance. 
The popular VIP experience returns for $275 (+ tax) and includes admission for six, a reserved table for six, three bottles of local wine, six souvenir glasses, six drink tickets, early entry to the festival, special commemorative gifts, and a selection of sweets and savories for the table. 
Tickets and VIP tables are available for purchase at <a href="https://www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com</a>. Guests are encouraged to make a weekend of it and explore local lodging and attractions. Check the Accommodations page of the festival website, as well as the Visit Loudoun website, for more information.
 The Purcellville Wine and Food Festival is hosted by Purcellville Parks and Recreation and Loudoun Brewing Company, with support from Visit Loudoun, Renewal by Andersen, Harris Teeter, Prince William Home Improvement, truHealthNow, Valley Energy, Loudoun Brewing Company, Bush Tabernacle, MotoMember, and OHM Productions. Sponsorship opportunities remain available. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com</a>

Local Event: Purcellville Wine and Food Festival

Loudoun County

Leesburg

Virginia

Purcellville Wine and Food Festival

The annual Purcellville Wine and Food Festival returns on Saturday, July 18, in Dillon’s Woods at the historic Fireman’s Field...

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