Livingston Pet Adoption Expo Will Return For 2017

LIVINGSTON, NJ — Livingston residents and animal lovers can get a chance to meet adoptable dogs, cats, puppies and kittens while supporting local animal shelters and rescue groups at the third annual Livingston Pet Adoption Expo, scheduled for Saturday, June 17, from 1 to 5 p.m. at The Shoppes at the Livingston Circle, 277 Eisenhower Parkway in Livingston.

Admission and parking to the event are free; the rain date is Sat., Oct. 14.

According to event organizers:

“Hosted by The Shoppes at the Livingston Circle and Eastman Companies, the theme for this year’s event is ‘Adopt a Friend Forever.’ Sponsors include Friends of the Livingston Animal Shelter, Healthy Community Healthy Youth Initiative (HCHY) of Livingston, Livingston High School students and the Livingston Police Department. Food will be provided by UNICO.”

Organizers stated:

“This family-friendly event once again will offer something for pets and people alike. Caricature artist Neil McMillin of Neillustrations will be on hand to capture one-of-a-kind memories of attendees’ four-legged friends. Cost (per pet) is $15 for a color picture, $10 for black and white. Additionally, food and beverages will be available for purchase and there will be vendors, live music by local student band “The Untitled,” and demonstrations from the Seeing Eye Puppy Club of Essex County and the Livingston Robotics Club.”

Last year’s Livingston Pet Expo resulted in 10 pet adoptions and raised more than $14,500 for the Livingston Animal Shelter, organizers said.

According to a news release, the Friends of the Livingston Animal Shelter are seeking additional businesses and non-profit and community groups to participate as vendors. The cost is $50 per table which will benefit the Expo’s participating rescue groups.

For more information or to inquire about becoming a vendor, email petexpolivnj@gmail.com or call (973) 885-9796.

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