Community Corner
Glen Cove Animal Shelter Hosts Weekend Fundraiser
The Glen Cove Animal Lovers League held a plant and Mother's Day gift sale to raise money for the shelter's homeless animals, including the 100 cats rescued from Elm Ave.
Sunny, true-to-spring weather was one reason for the sizable turnout at the ’s weekend fundraiser, which was held Saturday and Sunday.
Residents browsed through the wide selection of hanging baskets, exotic perennials, baked goods (many of which were provided by the local restaurant, ), and hand-crafted jewelry in hopes of finding Mother’s day gifts, and perhaps a little something for themselves.
“I’m definitely interested in buying some plants today,” said one happy Glen Cove resident, Linda, who learned of the fundraiser from advertisements posted around town.
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“We did very well,” said shelter employee Diane Connolly Sunday, just before wrapping up. “A lot of people showed up for the plants. I even had to bake some more goodies to fill in.”
Those who attended the gift sale were also allowed to check out all of the pets currently available for adoption.
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“All proceeds go towards our animals,” said Cesar Villalobos, a shelter volunteer.
The money raised will be especially beneficial to the , according to staff.
To learn of upcoming events or fundraisers for the Glen Cove Animal Shelter, find them on Facebook or call 516-676-5913.
