Dog Lovers Days 2015

 BJHS would like to thank all those who attended Dog Lovers Days in Meaford on September 5 & 6/15 here in Meaford at the William Croft Athletic field.

The pooches had a blast at the lure course, doggie play zone and just generally liked all the attention, not to mention the treats! We had some star performers being filmed for #TricksForJoe, so be sure to check back at our Facebook page as we update it with videos ovder the coming weeks.

Lastly, thank you to all for their support of the Beautiful Joe Heritage Society.

Dog Days of Summer

On Saturday, September 5/15  as part of Dog LoversDays, the Blue Dolphin Pool in Meaford once again 'Went to the Dogs’ for the 3rd Annual “Dog Days of Summer". Lots of action in the pool and great competitions both poolside and in the water.  Thanks to all who attended, and we know you had a 'barking' good time.

Blessing of the Animals

This gentle service has been celebrated over the years, and conducted by a variety of local clergy in Meaford.
BJHS is very thankful for the support of the local churches and their willingness to oversee this much-loved service.

 PHOTOS:

(Left) At the Christ Church Anglican at 34 Boucher Street E. in Meaford held on St. Francis of Assissi Day 2015 (St. Francis is the Patron Saint of Animals and the Environment).

Dog Days of Winter

The Knights of Meaford sponsored a fundraising benefit for the Beautiful Joe Heritage Society on Sunday, November 30, 2014. Thank you to everyone who came out!

SPRING Beautiful Joe Park CLEANUP

DATE:  May 5 - Saturday    TIME:  10:00 a.m.  

LOCATION:  Meet at the pavilion at Beautiful Joe Park 162 Edwin St., Meaford.  We will also be cleaning the Legion Park across the river and are part of the Meaford Clean Up.

 Tasks include:

• Brush & Branch Clearing
• Sweeping of all Monuments
• Tidying of Gardens
• Pick Up Litter
• General Cleanup

Tools will be provided.  Thank you for any help that you and your friends can provide!  

Celebrating 125 years of Beautiful Joe!

Beautiful Joe "Days" 2016

On July 10, 2016 (Sunday), a free lecture on "The Beautiful Joe Story" was provided at Meaford Hall by Michael Biggins, one of the founders of the Beautiful Joe Heritage Society.  This is a photo of Michael at the Welcome monument at Beautiful Joe Park.

"A Reading in the Park" was held on Thursday, July 14th at Beautiful Joe Park.  Meaford's Pet Valu provided a craft / activity for the children and Ardiel Animal Hospital did a presentation to round out the afternoon. 

Thank you to the Meaford Public Library partnership in presenting "Beautiful Joe Days"

Beautiful Joe Reading in the Park

DATE: July 14, 2016  Time:  2:00

Location:  Beautiful Joe Park  (162 Edwin Street, Meaford)

A fun day in the park offering:

• reading of exerpts of Beautiful Joe
• a quick and fun quiz
• crafts for kids
• children's activities
• and even ice cream for you (and your dog too! - Courtesy of Meaford's PetValu)

Children, adults and friendly dogs welcome!   Come join us!

2018 is the 125th Anniversary of "Beautiful Joe" - the book about me!

Come celebrate with my friends at Beautiful Joe Heritage Society and the Meaford Public Library as they present great fun for all ...  and it's a free event with live music! 

SCHEDULED EVENTS:

12:00 Boxed Picnic Lunch

 1:00  Skit by Meaford Community Theatre

 1:30  Be a Tree

 2:00  A Reading In The Park with a therapy  dog

 3:00 Police Canine Unit Demonstration

 4:00  Blessing of the Animals

 Activities:   Scavenger Hunt, games, live music,

• and more - even doggie ice cream!

 Ask BJHS about a tour!

 (Donations gratefully accepted at this free event)

Canada Day in Meaford (July 1st)

Bring your patriotic pooch to Market Square to visit the Beautiful Joe Heritage Society

• Free treats for pets sporting Red & White for Canada’s Birthday
• Learn more about Meaford’s Heritage through their canine hero “Beautiful Joe”, known and loved internationally

While in Meaford, be sure to visit Beautiful Joe Park, 162 Edwin Street, view the monuments and don't forget to pat Joe’s head for 100 dog years of good luck!

April PAW event 2017 at Meaford's PetValu
Stop in and get your dog cleaned up and BJHS gets the proceeds!   And till the end of April don't miss a chance to win some great raffle items!

Dog Demo

Thank you to everyone who came out to visit.  So many kind people, not to mention all the happy pooches.

See you next year!