WOOF FM's Community Caring Page is the web place where good things get done for our neighbors.
To submit an item for this web page, mail to:
WOOF Radio P.O. Box 1427, Dothan, AL. 36302 or Fax to 334-677-4612 or email to woof@ala.net
EMPTY BOWLS 2014 has already begun!
Hunger never rests and neither will we. Work on the 2014 Empty Bowls Project has alreday begun. Our goal is to make 500 bowls to sell to help raise funds for equipment for the pottery studio at The Cultural Arts Center and to help fund the variety of food programs at the Wiregrass Food Bank. Head Potter, Lynn Koning, will be offering 2 nights of bowl making this summer.
Gather your friends, even make it a pot luck night and bring your food, and come help us make 2 bowls per person to donate to the Empty Bowls Dothan Project.
 
Empty Bowls Night this Summer is JULY 16th  
Call Lynn Koning to book your group on these nights and get the details. Or Email her at
 
We have lots of work to do and we are ready to go. Come help us make a difference where it counts....right here at home!

 

Y'all, we have a FRIEND in need.  His name is Leonard Sharp.  Ohhh, you may know him just as "Leonard" . . . .but he is a dear friend to all who know him.  He is a crusty, old, retired Army pilot but a pussy cat, really, especially to the animals.  Last weekend, Leonard's house burned.  If there is a "fortunate" to this story, Leonard and all his animals and foster animals were not harmed.  For that we are, eternally, grateful.
    It destroyed his kitchen and part of two living areas.  The rest of the home is smoke and water damaged.  The city inspector said the entire home will have to be repaired AND brought up to code.  Unfortunately, Leonard had just cancelled a "full coverage" insurance policy less than a month ago, to a basic . . .  which means, not much coverage . . .  to save money. Therefore, Leonard will be bearing a large part of the expense to satisfy the city inspector.  Leonard is 83 years old.
    Since 2004, Leonard has traveled from Wisconsin to Maine to Florida in his own van, at his own expense. . . . .  driving animals to safety for Southern shelters who would have had no choice but to put the animals to sleep.  The number is in the thousands as his van will hold about 50 dogs each trip and Leonard, now,  has 260,000 miles on that old "dog" van.  But just mention a transport to "it" and "it " is up for the job because Leonard has replaced the transmission, wheel bearings, tires many times and made front end and back end repairs. . . . again, with no help from any of us. 

Leonard can be caught helping people, too.  He's been encouraging and mentoring a few troubled youths in his neighborhood; friending a mentally handicapped youth who has no Dad and when adults stop by asking for work . . . .he can always "find" a project they can complete, for which he gives them a good day's wage.
    Now, Leonard needs us.  He is retired and has only his military pension which isn't much since he retired many years ago.  Since his wife passed away several years ago, it is only Leonard and the dogs . . . .but they need their home back.  They will not be allowed back in until the house is repaired AND brought up to code.
    If you have been blessed by circumstances or by God and able to share your "wealth" . . . please think about giving a donation to help Leonard repair his, and the dogs', home.  The collection plate is passed every Sunday for just this purpose . . .except to whom your generous gift is going, you do not know.  This time, you do.  He is "one of our own" and he needs our help.
   

Thank you for caring.  Please make a donation using one of the following three methods : 
   
    1.  A Savings Account, set up in Leonard's name with a routing and account number at the Navy Federal Credit Union 
    2.  A PAYPAL Account that Kym Grogan, another rescue friend, has volunteered to sponsor for Leonard on her website   www.divinebigpawzrescue.org
    3.  USPS regular mail
    

HOW TO DONATE to the Savings Account using: 
Bank to Bank Wire;  Bill Pay Online; Electronic Transfer ACH, by check, or visit a Navy Federal Credit Union near you.
    
ADDRESS:  Navy Federal Credit Union, 621 Boll Weevil Circle, Ste 6, Enterprise, AL 36330
PHONE: 888-842-6328, ask for the Ft. Rucker, AL, branch.
    ACCOUNT NAME    Leonard Sharp 
        ROUTING NUMBER:  256 074 974    for Wire, Bill Pay, ACH, to Navy Federal Credit
        SAVINGS ACCT NUMBER:  3038609065
  HOW TO DONATE using the PAYPAL on this website, simply click on the link  www.divinebigpawzrescue.org  
    HOW TO DONATE using:   USPS Regular Mail:
    Leonard's Home Address:
    Leonard Sharp
    101 Kentucky Street
    Enterprise, AL  36330
    Cell:  334-389-3474

WMA Summer Art Camps

The Wiregrass Museum of Art is pleased to announce this year’s summer art camps. The museum will feature three separate camps highlighting different aspects of visual arts. This is the second year the museum is offering weeklong classes. In response to last year’s popularity, more sessions have been added this year. Register now—space is limited!

Art Attack! is a camp all about creativity and fun. Whether a budding artist or just a kid with an active imagination – everyone will have fun as they learn art fundamentals and display their masterpieces in the Art Attack showcase at the week’s end. Art Attack for ages 6-9 will be held June 24-28, Monday through Friday. The camp for ages 10-13 will be held July 15-19. Sessions will be held in the morning, from 9am to 12noon, and afternoon, from 1-4pm. Prices are $95 for members and $105 for non-members.

Play in the Clay! is a pottery camp where kids can learn a variety of ceramic techniques and create three projects to take home. Due to drying and firing time, campers create their work during the week and return the following Thursday for glazing and decoration. Play in the Clay is available for children ages 5-9. It will be held July 23-26 and August 1 (glazing day) from 10:30-11:30am. Prices are $55 for members and $65 for non-members.

Art Around the World gives children the chance to explore the world through various art forms. Kids will travel to a different country each day, learn the culture and customs, and create a work of art native to that region. This camp is available for children ages 5-10. It will be held August 5-9 from 9am-12noon. Prices are $95 for members and $105 for non-members.

For more information about the summer art camps at WMA and related activities, visit www.wiregrassmuseum.org or by calling (334) 794-3871.

About the Wiregrass Museum of Art
The Wiregrass Museum of Art provides access to the visual arts through the collection, preservation and exhibition of quality works and by providing innovative educational programs that engage a diverse audience.

Location
Wiregrass Museum of Art
126 Museum Ave.
Dothan, AL 36303

 

On the second Saturday of every month, from April through October, we have a dog wash. It's held at Pampered Pets Paradise on Rucker Boulevard between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. We'll clean your pooch, clip toenails, and do a world-class job getting your furry kids ready to enjoy the comforts of your clean home. There is no set fee, and whatever you donate is greatly appreciated, as it helps us to keep our doors open.

 

The Save Our Strays (S.O.S.) Animal Shelter was founded in 1981 to rescue stray and unwanted dogs and cats. Six years of hard work by dedicated volunteers and financial contributions from individuals and businesses allowed us to open our present no kill shelter in 1987. We receive no public funding. We are a private, 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that relies exclusively on contributions and fund raising.

S.O.S. focuses the majority of its efforts in three areas. First, and foremost, S.O.S. provides a safe home for unwanted dogs and cats. Secondly, it tries to place these animals in good homes. Finally, S.O.S. seeks to educate the public about dog and cat overpopulation and the benefits of adopting a companion pet from a shelter.

S.O.S. serves this community and is dedicated to maintaining a no kill shelter. Our current renovation and expansion projects reflect our commitment to ending the tragedy of pet overpopulation. To date we have rescued, rehabilitated, spayed, neutered, and adopted out over 2,500 pets. Unfortunately, we turn many animals away because our current facilities are too small and understaffed. Your support for our organization and your tax deductible donations can assist us in ending the needless suffering of thousands of animals.

Ashford Youth Sports Association will be hosting a 5K Lupus Awareness walk on Saturday June 15th. Walk start time will be @ 9am. The walk will be held at the Ashford Train Depot. We will be there @ 8am if anyone wants to sign up the day of the walk. We will be sending 50% of the proceeds to the Lupus Foundation of America Mid-South Chapter to further the research of the auto immune disease. The other 50% will be used to purchase our cheerleaders and football players much needed equipment and uniforms. Our cheerleaders and football players will be participating in the walk. Day of walk registration is $25. For more information please contact us at aysalupuswalk@yahoo.com or contact Jessica Exum (334) 618-8382, Estella McGriff (334) 714-6151 or Anna Wright (334) 405-1071

Today, nearly half our nation’s fighting forces are members of the Guard and Reserve. When they are called to active duty, they leave behind a family, a community, and a job. Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, a Department of Defense agency, honors and protects the bond between service members and their civilian employers. Whether serving our country or supporting those who do, we all serve. To learn more about ESGR, call 1-800-336-4590, or visit www.esgr.mil.
Alabama Voters for Responsible Animal Legislation
Dear AVRAL members, in an effort to build membership in our organization, we're taking several different approaches. The most effective and most persuasive form of marketing is word-of-mouth, or in this case, you sending emails to everyone you know, inviting them to join AVRAL. We have run-off elections coming up on Oct. 9, some of these elections are decided by a mere 100 or so votes, so it's critical to build membership. If you to DO NOTHING ELSE as an AVRAL member, please do this. Send the letter below to everyone you can think of-feel free to modify if you like.

(Text of Email to copy, paste and forward)

Hello! You are receiving this email because I believe you are someone who can help us improve the lives of Alabama's companion animals. If you are tired of the way Alabama's animals are treated--- the starving, the cruelty, the overpopulation, the dogs wandering the roadways, the cats gathering around dumpsters to find food, JOIN AVRAL. AVRAL stands for Alabama Voters for Responsible Animal Legislation. We are a nonpartisan political action committee consisting of everyday Alabama citizens who exercise political power by forming voting blocs. Your vote is your power. We will let you know which candidates are animal-friendly and which are not. We'll let you know their voting record on animal cruelty issues. We'll post questionnaires they've completed for your review. You live in a voting district, and we will invite as many people as possible in your district to join the voting bloc. The more people in the bloc, the more powerful you are. This is the only way to send a message to Montgomery: we will no longer tolerate the inhumane, uncaring treatment of animals in this state. And while a legislator may not agree with our position, if they want to get elected/remain in office, they need to know we have sufficient membership to vote them in or send them home. How much does it cost you to join? NOTHING. There are no dues, no fees. All we ask is that you send this email to EVERYONE YOU KNOW who loves animals. Help us build membership in each of Alabama's 67 counties. That's the first step. Help us end the suffering. Please visit our website http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001PAxYsGB1MKYzfuwBi47nVTJQgSMw9_WoHT0lUeUHM6gvKEsIe4lzwhoAq5qt32jcdJbnn677GcAvvqvG_MpL2tGTajNjz1cqrw9N6zW5kalRGTueYZRjdJRaFUbjnN7 to read about our key issues and to join us. I hope you will join us,
Dr. Rhonda Parker
State Chair, AVRAL
The Wiregrass Spay/Neuter Alliance has received a grant from PetsMart Charities to help those in need have their cat(s) spayed/neutered. If you live in the 36301 zip code area, there is NO CHARGE for the spay/neuter surgery. If your cat(s) are not current on their rabies vaccination, there will be a charge of $10 for the vaccination(s). You can call the Wiregrass Spay/Neuter Alliance at (334)677-8111 to make an appointment or to find out more. You'll find a link to their website on our PetPages!

I have a 501c, that I established 2 years ago. The name is Opp Paws and Claws. I have had many animals left at my veterinary hospital over the years. Rather than euthanize them, I place them. I can no longer house this many animals. I need help placing primarily cats, kittens, and bulldogs. All of these animals have had basic to advance health care, at my expense. I have not been able to find funding to continue or do more.

Currently, all animals housed at the clinic are seeking homes. I do screen applicants. I require that people have a current veterinarian and an acceptable enclosure for dogs. For cats we ask them to be inside or a protected area. There are nominal adoption fees that go to the 501c. All these animals can be viewed on the petfinder website under opp paws and claws.

Please call for information (334) 493-6687

I would like to continue to help abandoned animals but must have foster homes for those I help. If they could be placed in a permanent home that would be best. Thank you for your help! Faith Drumheller, DVM.

 

The S.O.S. Animal Shelter in Enterprise needs your help...

The Shelter is always in need of volunteers to help walk and wash dogs, play with and socialize all of the animals and, of course, do all of the down-and-dirty chores that come with caring for the animals. Volunteers at the Shelter must be at least 14 years old or supervised by a parent, and must be able to follow rules and guidance given by the manager. The Shelter is happy to be recognized by the Enterprise High School National Honor Society as an organization for which members may receive all of their required community service hours this year. To arrange to volunteer at the Shelter, call 334-393-1743 from 9a-5p Monday-Saturday or 8a-4p on Sunday.

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Wish list: Pine Sol, bleach, hand soap, HE laundry detergent, scoopable cat litter, disposable gloves, 13 gallon trash bags, towels & blankets, welded wire kennels (10'x6'), combo printer/scanner/fax machine, wall mounted cabinets.

Think about two seconds - it's not very long. It takes longer than that to open and close a car door, send a quick text message or hug a child before tucking her into bed. But that tiny increment of time is an important measure. Every two seconds somebody in the United States needs blood. While we are at work and all through the night, that need never sleeps.
Fortunately a small group of citizens here in South Alabama helps to make sure that blood is there for cancer patients, trauma victims, newborn babies and all those who need it. LifeSouth and all blood centers offer a special thank you to all who donate.

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers, Inc.
Wiregrass Region/3833 Ross Clark Circle

Donor Center is open 7 days per week for your convenience. Please call 334-792-9977

Hours: Sun: 1pm-5pm, Mon & Tues from 9am-7pm, Wed-Thurs-Friday from 9am-5pm, Saturday 10am-3pm

www.lifesouth.org

All Negative Blood Types are needed at this time. Especially O- and AB-