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Champaign County Humane Society

Calendar of Events - 2010

CCHS TV & Radio Appearances

Second Monday of every month
Pet on the Set
WCIA Morning Show at 6:36 AM

Wednesdays
Pet of the Weekt
(WICD-Channel 15 - 11:10 AM)

Thursday mornings during the 8 o'clock hour
Pet of the Week 92.5 FM (The Chief) -

Thurdays
Adopt-a-Pet
(WCIA-Channel 3; 5:25 PM)

Q96 Radio - 8:10 AM

Fridays
Pet of the Week
(WICD-Channel 15 - 6:40 AM)


Around Town and Beyond

The Illini Pet Pod, hosted by Dr. Amy Fischer, covers topics in pet care and humane education. and discusses the scientific and societal issues that affect our animal companions. Dr. Amy Fischer, Extension Specialist in Companion Animal Biology and Humane Education, serves on the CCHS Board of Directors, teaches at the University of Illinois Department of Animal Sciences. The Illini Pet Pod is developed in partnership with the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine.


Companion Animal Resource and Education (CARE) Center

Upcoming Classes Available Through Urbana Adult Education

  1. Selecting the Right Dog for You: One-on-One Consultation

  2. Dog Training
    Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Prep

August

Aug 9 -13 Animal Adventure Camp
Join us for an exciting week filled with pet-related games, activities, and crafts. Enjoy daily interactions with animal ambassadors and learn about their care in a fun and safe manner. The week will end with a trip and full-day experience at the Champaign County Humane Society. Animal Adventure Camp is available to children ages 7-11 years old through a partnership with the Urbana Park District. Registation is currently full, but you can click here to download information on Animal Adventure Camp 2010 and be put on the waiting list.

Mon 8/16 - Adult Volunteer Orientation - 6pm – 7pm. To be held at the Champaign Public Library
 
Tue 8/17 - Youth Volunteer Orientation -
3:30pm – 5pm.
Pre-registration is required. Please send an e-mail to 2.volunteer@cuhumane.org for more information.

Sat 8/21 - Homeless Animals Day - Animal Welfare Agencies will have booths at Market-at-the-Square from 7 am to noon.

Sat 8/28 - Kitten Shower 10-4:00 at Prairieland Feeds


September

Tue 9/7 - Dog Walker Training - 4 pm – 6 pm.
* Note: You must be an active CCHS volunteer to be eligible to attend either or both dog walker or cat socializer training. Please send an e-mail to 2.volunteer@cuhumane.org for more information.

Sat/Sun 9/11, 9/12 - Adoption event at PetSmart in Champaign

Wed 9/15 - Cat Socializer Training - 5:15pm – 6:15pm.
* Note: You must be an active CCHS volunteer to be eligible to attend either or both dog walker or cat socializer training. Please send an e-mail to 2.volunteer@cuhumane.org for more information.

Thur 9/16 Adult Volunteer Orientation - 6 pm - 7 pm. To be held at the Champaign Public Library

Sat 9/18 - CCHS Booth at Market at the Square in Urbana - 7 AM to noon.

Wed 9/22 - Youth Volunteer Orientation - 3:30pm – 5pm.
Pre-registration is required. Please send an e-mail to 2.volunteer@cuhumane.org for more information.

Friday, Sept 24 - Annual Fur Ball at the I-Hotel

Fri/Sat 9/25, 9/26 - Pet Extravaganza at Prairieland Feeds

Sat 9/29 - CCHS Annual Meeting at Cafe Luna in Champaign (North Room). Official business starts at 6:30 p.m.  If you'd like to join CCHS board and staff for dinner before the meeting (Dutch Treat), please plan on arriving early (5:30-5:45) to place your dinner order before the presentation. And please rsvp in advance to Tief (director@cuhumane.org) or Lee Ann (Leeann@cuhumane.org)
 


October

Sat 10/16 - CCHS Booth at Market at the Square in Urbana - 7 AM to noon.