Calendar of Events

January

Family Service Day at Nevins Farm

Monday, January 16
Family Service Days at Nevins Farm provide children with the opportunity to roll up their sleeves and help out at our farm! Events will include an animal chore, support chores, and an education presentation with animal meet and greets. Available to kids in grades 2-6, the program provides a fun and educational opportunity for families to make a meaningful contribution to the MSPCA’s animal care efforts. Visit www.mspca.org/nevinsfamilyservice to register.

New England Horse Summit

Saturday, January 28
Jointly sponsored by the New England Federation of Humane Societies and the MSPCA at Nevins Farm, this one day training workshop brings together individuals and agencies with a vested interest in the welfare of horses in our community.  Open to all horse rescue groups, veterinarians, scholars, and other stakeholders interested in the welfare of all horses throughout New England, this day-long seminar includes five presentations by equine authorities in our region. Click here for more information and to register.

February

Spay Day at the MSPCA in Boston

Saturday, February 4 & Sunday, February 5
A reduced cost spay-neuter clinic for pet owners with financial need.  Click here to learn more.

Spay Day at the MSPCA at Nevins Farm

Saturday, February 4 & Sunday, February 5
A reduced cost spay-neuter clinic for pet owners with financial need.  Click here to learn more.

2012 Tour De Pooch & Pals Spin for Animals, to benefit the MSPCA at Nevins Farm

Saturday, February 11 at six gym locations
Get fit and help animals!  Sign up to spin for one, two, or all three hours, and raise pledges to help the thousands of homeless animals who come to Nevins Farm each year.

Puppy (and Kitty) Love - Valentine's Day Floral and Chocolates Sale

Saturday - Tuesday, February 11th-14th
Shop for your Valentine and help homeless animals at the same time! Professionally-designed, custom floral arrangements will be created on-site, along with gourmet chocolates, gifts for your favorite furry valentine, and baked goods.  100% of all sales benefit the MSPCA-Boston Animal Care and Adoption Center including Spike's fund, which helps the MSPCA-Boston provide emergency medical treatment for homeless animals in need. Click here to learn more about the event!

Family Service Day

Monday, February 20
Family Service Days at Nevins Farm provide children with the opportunity to roll up their sleeves and help out at our farm! Events will include an animal chore, support chores, and an education presentation with animal meet and greets. Available to kids in grades 2-6, the program provides a fun and educational opportunity for families to make a meaningful contribution to the MSPCA’s animal care efforts. Visit www.mspca.org/nevinsfamilyservice to register.

Junior Volunteer Program at the MSPCA at Nevins Farm

Wednesday, February 29 from 4-6pm
For children in grades 7+ (through age 15), this program gives young teens the opportunity to see what volunteering for the MSPCA is all about!  Click here to learn more.

March

Lobby 101/102 Advocacy Workshops at the MSPCA in Boston

Thursday, March 8
Join us at 6:30pm for an introductory animal advocacy workshop that will prepare you to advocate for animals. Click here for more information and to register.
Wednesday, March 28
Join us at 6:30pm for an advanced animal advocacy workshop that will build on your knowledge and prepare you for Humane Lobby Day. Click here for more information.

April

'Tag Day' Vaccination & Microchip Clinic at the MSPCA at Nevins Farm

Sunday, April 1 at the Noble Family Adoption Center
Bring your dog or cat for affordable rabies vaccinations, distemper vaccinations, microchips (a form of permanent identification), and nail trims.  You can also shop our retail store while you wait!  Click here for more information.

Humane Lobby Day at the State House in Boston

Thursday, April 26
This is an exciting opportunity to meet directly with your elected officials about legislation that will significantly impact animals. There will be a briefing with tips for lobbying, and an overview of pending animal legislation that will prepare you to advocate for animals. Click here for more information and to register.