HAUTEDOGS.ORG TO SPONSOR INTER-FAITH BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS SEPT. 29 IN DOWNTOWN LONG BEACH

HAUTEDOGS.ORG presents the inter-faith Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, Sept. 29, 12:15 p.m. at Marina Green Park near the marina in downtown Long Beach. The event is FREE and open to the public. Following a very brief ceremony, all creatures great and small -- from dogs and cats to hamsters and even horses -- are invited to line up for a special ceremony called the Blessing of the Animals.

THIS CUSTOM is conducted in remembrance of St. Francis of Assisi’s love for all creatures. The event will be held at the downtown marina green in conjunction with Friend's of Long Beach Animals' annual "Animal Appreciation Day" and "Walk for the Animals." No reservation is necessary. Seniors, families, singles, and children, can bring their dogs, cats, birds, or any type of well-behaved pet.

Religious leaders from various churches, synagogues and other houses of worship will take leadership roles during the ceremony. Names/Details to be announced mid September.

EASY DRIVING DIRECTIONS
Marina Green Park is located at 350 E. Shoreline Drive @ Shoreline Village Drive near Shoreline Village and the Yard House restaurant in Long Beach. Visit www.HauteDogs.org for driving directions and a map.

Parking is recommended at The Convention Center ($7) or The Aquarium of the Pacific ($6).

On the Net: www.HauteDogs.org

Sincerely,
-Justin Rudd!
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