City of Lincoln declares Pet Awareness week leading up to annual Woofstock event September 19

[September 16, 2015]  LINCOLN - On September 19th, 2015, Anytime Fitness Lincoln will host the fourth annual fundraiser, “Woofstock,” a music festival for the Humane Society of Logan County, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Latham Park in Lincoln. The fundraiser will feature several raffles, live music, prizes, informational booths, vendors, contests, and activities for kids and dogs alike.

Rib-eye sandwiches from Lincoln IGA will be available as well as pulled pork from Nuthatch Hill BBQ. There will be a “smooch- a-pooch” puppy kissing booth and many other fun activities to raise money for the Humane Society of Logan County.

The city of Lincoln has declared the 3rd week in September and the week of Woofstock as “Pet Awarness” week.

Dog contests are: talent competition, owner look-a-like, and best costume. Animal contests begin at 1 p.m. and will conclude at approximately 3:30p.m. All individuals wishing to enter their animal in a contest are urged to be at the gazebo at Latham Park at 12:45 p.m. Prizes for each contest will be presented immediately after the event.

There will also be events for kids including a hula-hoop contest and a push-up contest. Prizes for these events will be at 3:30 p.m.

Kids will also be able to enjoy other games and activities promoting fitness and fun. Those events run from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Musical entertainment will include Emily Johnson at 11 a.m., at 12:15 p.m. Lesleigh Bennett, 2:15 p.m. Brother-Sister Band, and at 4 p.m. Mario Canon.

“Woofstock” is a fun-filled, family friendly event for both the pet and pet lover to spend a day together and raise money for the local Humane Society. Pet lovers can come with their leashed pet to peruse area businesses and vendors. The theme is “Summer of ‘69” and many will be dressed in their throw-back, tie-dyed attire.

The mission statement of the Logan County Humane Society is to prevent the cruelty, abuse, and neglect of animals, promote the proper placement of animals through adoption, work toward the solution of pet overpopulation, educate the public about the humane treatment of animals, and aid in the return of lost animals to their owners.

Anytime Fitness Lincoln, which is a state of the art 24/7 facility, is hosting the event. Owner Josh Slightom expressed his excitement regarding hosting the event for the fourth year in a row: “We are so amazed at the reception from the community towards Woofstock. This really proves that philanthropy and passion for animals is alive in and around Lincoln. We are honored to be able to help the Humane Society of Logan County and feel that it is not only our part to keep the humans healthy in Logan County, but also to work towards the betterment of its animals. Thank you to all supporters and sponsors. Without them, none of this would be possible.”

Bring your family and your furry friend to Latham Park on Saturday September 19th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and join us for smiles, wagging tails, and the good feeling of supporting a great local organization- the Humane Society of Logan County.

All proceeds will be donated to the Humane Society of Logan County.

[Josh Slightom]