Rescue a Golden of Arizona

Woof Down Lunch
2022-05-21 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Phoenix)
Get your Woof On! Join us for Woof Down Lunch in Prescott

Are you tired of the heat?? Anxious to re-connect with RAG of AZ friends?? Come join us for Woof Down Lunch at the Courthouse Square in beautiful downtown Prescott. Mark your calendars and plan to come and join us on Saturday May 21, 2022!Bring your Goldens and enjoy a beautiful day supporting and celebrating Rescue A Golden of Arizona. The event runs from 10 AM-3 PM. Volunteers are needed, so come join the fun and beat the heat. Even if you can’t bring your dog, we’d love to see you!
Contact: Becky Buck-Wetzel at chauncey5164@gmail.com.

Snake & Toad Avoidance Training
2022-05-15 16:00 - 17:00, 2022-04-24 16:00 - 17:00, 2022-03-20 16:00 - 17:00
If you live in a desert area, or hike or camp with your dog, this course is for you. Any dog, regardless of breed can take this course. They need to be at least 9 months old.

Bark in the Park
2022-04-24 11:00 - 15:00
It’s time to sign up for the 2022 Karsten’s Bark in the Park!
Registration is now closed. See you at the event!
Fun for the whole family! Come join us for our annual Bark in the Park event. This family and dog-friendly event is our chance to celebrate our new adoptees, remember the dogs we lost, and thank our volunteers for all their hard work supporting RAG of AZ! This event is only for RAG of AZ members and their families and friends.
Added attractions include guest speaker Ann Marie Hoff, Animal Communicator, our peanut butter licking contest, and our fabulous raffles!
WHERE: Red Mountain Park, Eagle Ramada, 7745 E Brown Rd, Mesa, AZ 85207 (202 Red Mountain and Brown Rd)
WHEN: Sunday April 24, 2022 from 11AM – 3PM
COST: $10 per person by Wednesday, April 20 (kids 12 & under are free)

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

11:00 -12:00 Register and Check-In
12:00 – 1:00 Lunch catered by Caldwell County BBQ
1:00 – 1:10 Welcome/Kelly Cook, President RAG of AZ
1:10 – 1:30 Ann Marie Hoff, guest speaker
1:30 – 2:00 Bridge and Rescue Ceremonies
2:00 Peanut Butter Licking Contest
2:15 Raffle drawing (must be present to win)

If you adopted a dog from RAG of AZ during 2020-2022 and want a complimentary bandana with your dog’s name embroidered on it, request it by Wednesday April 20, 2022.
If you lost a pet, any pet, in 2020-2022 and would like a special memorial photo presented at the Bridge Ceremony, submit your photo no later than Tuesday April 19, 2022.

SAHBA Home Show
2022-04-16 10:00 - 17:00
Calling all Goldens … SAHBA Home & Garden Show
Tucson Convention Center
April 14th – 16th 2023
260 S Church Ave. Tucson, AZ 85701

Volunteers are needed for our booth!

Free Parking and Admission – Shopping Opportunities
Fun & Treats for Goldens
Please contact Diane Weiss at tucson2212@aol.com or @ (520) 591-6544

SAHBA Home & Patio Show
2022-04-10 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-04-09 10:00 - 18:00, 2022-04-08 10:00 - 17:00
Calling all Goldens … SAHBA Home & Patio Show
Tucson Convention Center
Friday April 8th – Sunday April 10th
260 S. Church Ave. Tucson, AZ 85701

Volunteers are needed for our booth!
Free Parking and Admission – Shopping Opportunities
Fun & Treats for Goldens
Please contact Diane Weiss @ tucson2212@aol.com
(520) 591-6544

Topgolf
2022-03-27 10:00 - 14:00

PetsMart Deer Valley Towne Center Gift Wrap
2021-12-18 10:00 - 15:00, 2021-12-11 10:00 - 15:00
Christmastime is here…everyone is busy with shopping and planning holiday parties. RAG of AZ is busy with our holiday fundraiser, gift wrapping in the valley.
We will be greeting shoppers and wrapping gifts at the locations listed below.
If you have never participated in our gift wrapping events, now is the time! This is the perfect opportunity to meet more of our wonderful volunteers while having a great time. Scroll down to check out our gift wrapping schedule at each site.
We need volunteers at all the locations to help wrap gifts, greet shoppers, thank donors or simply talk about your Golden and our wonderful organization. The donations we receive make it possible for us to provide life-saving care to

Goldens, who don’t even know they will need us.
Email the Site Coordinator with your name, email address, and the dates and hours you can volunteer. You can come for an hour or two or longer, with or without a Golden.
That’s it! Come and join the fun during the most wonderful time of the year!

Below is the schedule for each location:
Petsmart, Deer Valley Towne Center, 2901 W Agua Fria Fwy, Phoenix, AZ 85027

Saturday, December 4
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday, December 11th
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday, December 18th
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Coordinator:
Dianne Nevius
teddysma2@gmail.com

Bark Avenue, 835 Warner Rd, Ste 111, Gilbert, AZ 85233

Saturday, December 11th
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Coordinator:
Carol Quinn
carolqnn@yahoo.com

Fiesta Bowl Parade
2021-12-18
Details coming soon

PetsMart Deer Valley Towne Center Gift Wrap
2021-12-11 10:00 - 15:00
Christmastime is here…everyone is busy with shopping and planning holiday parties. RAG of AZ is busy with our holiday fundraiser, gift wrapping in the valley.
We will be greeting shoppers and wrapping gifts at the locations listed below.
If you have never participated in our gift wrapping events, now is the time! This is the perfect opportunity to meet more of our wonderful volunteers while having a great time. Scroll down to check out our gift wrapping schedule at each site.
We need volunteers at all the locations to help wrap gifts, greet shoppers, thank donors or simply talk about your Golden and our wonderful organization. The donations we receive make it possible for us to provide life-saving care to

Goldens, who don’t even know they will need us.
Email the Site Coordinator with your name, email address, and the dates and hours you can volunteer. You can come for an hour or two or longer, with or without a Golden.
That’s it! Come and join the fun during the most wonderful time of the year!

Below is the schedule for each location:
Petsmart, Deer Valley Towne Center, 2901 W Agua Fria Fwy, Phoenix, AZ 85027

Saturday, December 4
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday, December 11th
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday, December 18th
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Coordinator:
Dianne Nevius
teddysma2@gmail.com

Bark Avenue, 835 Warner Rd, Ste 111, Gilbert, AZ 85233

Saturday, December 11th
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Friday, December 24th NEW DATE ADDED!
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Coordinator:
Carol Quinn
carolqnn@yahoo.com

Bark Avenue Gilbert Gift Wrap
2021-12-04 10:00 - 14:00

Lou Malnati's Pizza Fundraising Night
2021-11-29 12:00 - 23:59
Thanksgiving leftovers are delicious — for a couple days! By Monday, you might be ready for something other than turkey, though and have we got an idea for you! Pizza! From Lou Malnati’s! Lou Malnati’s is donating 20% of the sales (delivery included within zone) from RAG fans at three of their locations on Monday, November 29th. Make sure to mention the fundraiser when you place your order.

Scottsdale and Camelback locations have dine-in and carryout while Arcadia is carryout only. They will be creating a flyer for us and we will receive 20% of our group’s sales at those locations that night.
Phoenix
100 East Camelback Road
Phoenix, AZ 85012
Phone: (602) 892-9998
Scottsdale
17787 North Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Phone: (480) 681-3400
Arcadia
3431 North 56th Street (Carryout only)
Phoenix, AZ 85018
Phone: (602) 551-8990

Lou Malnati’s will donate 20% of total sales (20% based on pre-tax purchase, excluding alcohol) from every order received from Dine-In, Carryout or Delivery (within zone).
Lou Malnati began working in Chicago’s first deep dish pizzeria in the 1940s. He took his pizza expertise to a northern suburb of Chicago, where he and his wife Jean opened the first Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria on March 17, 1971. Now they have locations in four states, including Arizona.

Tempe Marketplace Gift Wrap
2021-11-28 11:00 - 15:00, 2021-11-27 10:00 - 15:00, 2021-11-26 09:00 - 18:00
Come and join the fun at Tempe Marketplace!

Come and join the fun as RAG of AZ kicks off the holiday shopping season with 3 days of gift wrapping! Volunteers needed with or without Goldens.
If you have never participated in our gift wrapping events, now is the time! This is the perfect opportunity to meet more of our wonderful volunteers while having a great time. Scroll down to check out our gift wrapping schedule and to register.
Friday November 26, 2021 9-6
Saturday November 27, 2021 10-3
Sunday November 28, 2022 11-3
Directions to Tempe Marketplace near the Barnes and Noble store
Location: common area near Barnes and Noble

We’re using SignUp.com (the leading online SignUp and reminder tool) to organize our upcoming Event.
Here’s how it works in 3 easy steps:
1) Click this link to see our SignUp on SignUp.com.
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It’s Easy – you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.com.
Note: SignUp.com does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact Heather Yan at yan.heather@gmail.com sign you up manually.
That’s it! Come and join the fun during the most wonderful time of the year!

Reid Park Arts & Crafts Festival
2021-11-28, 2021-11-27
Details coming.

SAHBA Home & Garden Show
2021-10-30 10:00 - 18:00
Contact Diane at tucson2212@aol.com
Calling all Goldens … SAHBA Home & Garden Show
Tucson Convention Center
Saturday October 30th 10am – 6pm
260 S Church Ave, Tucson AZ 85701

Volunteers are needed for our booth!
Free Parking and Admission – Shopping Opportunities
Fun & Treats for Goldens
Contact Diane Weiss at tucson2212@aol.com

Annual Meeting & Golden Retriever Pool Party
2021-10-23 11:00 - 14:00
Please note, this event is for members only, but anyone can become a member! See “Membership” tab above.
Annual Meeting & Golden Retriever Pool Party
Gilbert, Arizona
Saturday, October 23, 2021 | 11AM-2PM

It’s almost time for the the Rescue A Golden of Arizona Annual Meeting, and we are thilled to be coming back together in person for it. The annual meeting gives members of Rescue a Golden of Arizona the chance to meet each other, the newly elected board of directors, and everyone’s favorite part – so many Goldens in one spot!
A meeting agenda will be prepared and business will be conducted, including annual reports from officers and directors. We will also include an open discussion period, and will welcome your suggestions on how we can make RAG of AZ better for you.
We are counting on a lot of fun too! The Goldens can swim, play ball or just run around being cute. As much as we love other doggy siblings, this meeting (& Pool Party) is just for Golden Retrievers and current RAG members.
The meeting will be held in the backyard of one of our board members. Restrooms will be available indoors, but the meeting will be on the patio, and and lunch will be served outside.

Location: Gilbert, AZ (Lindsay & Williamsfield)
Lunch from Caldwell County BBQ will be served
Bottled Water will be provided.
To ensure we have an accurate headcount for lunch, please click here to RSVP by October 20th. Please indicate how many members will be with you, and how many Golden Retrievers will be joining you.
Your RSVP to the meeting also waives your right to hold Rescue A Golden of Arizona and the homeowners responsible for damages or injuries to you or your dog. You are also acknowledging you understand the risks associated with gathering with others during a pandemic.
We will email the address and final details to those on the RSVP list on October 21st.

Dogtoberfest
2021-10-03 10:00 - 16:00
It’s time for Dogtoberfest in Prescott!

Fall is in the air………Come join us in Prescott for the Annual Dogtoberfest and Adopt-a-thon on Sunday October 3. Bring your golden to the high country and have a fun day. Help raise awareness of our rescue and enjoy the many activities and vendors at the event. Volunteers with or without goldens are welcomed!
The event location is the beautiful Watson Lake Park from 10AM-3PM. Contact Becky Buck-Wetzel at jbbw@cableone.net to sign up or if you have any questions.

Pima County Home & Garden Show
2021-10-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2021-10-01 12:00 - 17:00
Calling All Goldens … to the Pima County Home and Garden Show!

October 1st, 2nd, & 3rd 2021
Place: Tucson Convention Center
260 S. Church Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701
Friday 12 pm – 5 pm
Saturday 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday 10 am – 4 pm

This is your opportunity to make a difference to all dogs by Raising Rescue AwarenessRescue as an alternative to euthanasia, shelters, & sales to unknown sources to rehome pets
Distribute Important Literature
RAGofAZ information
Outside Dogs
Poisonous Plants to Dogs and Cats
Benefits of Elevated Feeders
Crate Training
Emergency Pet Information Form

Free Parking and Admission
Shopping Opportunities
Vendor Discounts
Fun and Treats for Goldens
We are limited to the number of dogs present at a time.

Woof Down Lunch
2021-05-22 10:00 - 15:00
Contact lynn.lassen@yahoo.com
Get your Woof On! Join us for Woof Down Lunch in Prescott
Woof Down Lunch will be held on Sat May 22, 2021 from 10-3 in Prescott at the Courthouse Square.
Are you tired of the heat?? Anxious to re-connect with RAG of AZ friends?? Come join us for Woof Down Lunch at the Courthouse Square in beautiful downtown Prescott. Mark your calendars and plan to come and join us on Saturday May 22, 2021!
Bring your Goldens and enjoy a beautiful day supporting and celebrating Rescue A Golden of Arizona. The event runs from 10 AM-3 PM. Volunteers are needed, so come join the fun and beat the heat. Even if you can’t bring your dog, we’d love to see you!

Relay for Rescue
2021-01-30 14:00 - 18:00
Contact Heather Marcom rescueagoldenaz@yahoo.com
We’re excited to announce that we’ve been selected as one of ten rescues to participate in next year’s Relay for Rescue fundraising event! Usually this event is local to Phoenix but it’s now a virtual event which means anyone, anywhere can participate!
All registered participants (click link below) who sign up under Rescue a Golden of Arizona will be able to download an app that will give you hundreds of scavenger hunt tasks to complete on the date of the event, January 30th. For each task successfully completed, you will earn points for our team (RAGofAZ). The top three rescues with the most points at the end of the scavenger hunt will win a cash prize! We also receive a portion of every registration under our rescue.
With fundraising activity dramatically reduced this year due to covid, were hoping all of our supporters will sign up and participate! You can do it from your home, a park, a neighbor’s house…wherever you’d like! You can do it as an individual or with a group! It’s fun, it’s something new and it helps Goldens in need!
Oh, and you get a fun t-shirt too!!
Please, register today under Rescue A Golden and we will see you on our team on January 30th!
Share with your friends and family—all are welcome!
