Colonial Middle School Student Organizing ‘Bark at Miles Park’

Colonial Middle School Sixth-Grader Jessica Valentine is organizing a dog walk and family fun afternoon at Miles Park on May 5, Jessica’s Bark at Miles Park, as part of her mitzvah project at Beth Tikvah B’Nai Jeshurun.

Valentine is working towards her goal of raising $2,000 to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), and the Bark at Miles Park will offer a fun way for residents to support the cause.

“Judaism emphasizes proper treatment of animals,” says the event website. “Unnecessary cruelty to animals is strictly forbidden – Those who care for animals are heroes.”

The event, which will begin at 1:30 p.m., will feature food, activities and raffles. The owner of each dog is asked to provide at least a $10 donation towards the ASPCA.

Valentine is the proud owner of three dogs; Buddy, a 16-year-old mix breed of Rottweiler, Shetland Sheepdog and Poodle; Bell, a 16-mont-old German Shepard and Australian Cattle Dog mix; and Brody, a 4-month-old Beagle and Blue Heller mix.

Sponsors for the event include the Lucky Dog Saloon and Grill, Promotional Marketing, Inc., The Gourmet Vendor, Inc. and K-9 Basics Dog Training.

At a recent Whitemarsh Township Board of Supervisors meeting, the board voted to permit dogs in public parks, including the location of the event.

To donate to Valentine’s project, click here.