News release
The American Cancer Society is inviting residents to celebrate a “Happy Howl-o-ween” with their dogs at the organization’s Bark for Life fundraiser.
The event is scheduled 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26, at the Canyon Country Community Center, 18410 Sierra Highway, Canyon Country. In honor of the spirit of Halloween, family-friendly costumes for humans and dogs are welcomed and encouraged.
“Bark for Life celebrates the canine companionship and healing role of our four-legged friends as they relieve stress and provide unconditional love and security, with no judgements of abilities or appearances,” the nonprofit organization said in a news release.
The family-friendly event features music, vendors, food trucks, a photo booth, games, contests (including a costume parade with many categories of dog and human winners; and a peanut butter lick-off), pet adoption opportunities and raffles.
In-person registration begins at 9:30 a.m. on Oct. 26 at the Canyon Country Community Center. Guests can register one dog for $15, and $10 for each additional dog. Online registration is encouraged, and is available at SCVBark.org. Registration includes a free goody bag. Guests without a dog are free to come and enjoy all the activities at no charge.
Bark for Life is a nationwide event for the American Cancer Society and a kick-off event for Relay for Life of Santa Clarita Valley, scheduled May 2 at Central Park.
All funds raised support research, and local services for cancer patients and survivors.
