$2000 Grant from the Massachusetts Animal Coalition

Posted on July 15, 2012 by John

To order an “I’m Animal Friendly” license plate, click the image above.

We are pleased to announce that FOBA has received a $2,000 grant from the Massachusetts Animal Coalition through its “I’m Animal Friendly” license plate program. This program directly benefits animals and organizations across the state, funding vital spay and neuter services for cats, dogs, and rabbits. Thousands of animals have been spayed or neutered as a result of the license plate program. Grants from the Massachusetts Animal Coalition to animal welfare organizations totaled $160,000 in 2012 and their largest grant to an individual organization in 2011 was $20,000.

Want to see larger grants? It’s easy to help. The more plates that are sold, the more funds that are available for cats and dogs! Order your “I’m Animal Friendly” license plates online. No need to go to the RMV, use this link to order a tax-deductible plate. It’s a great way to help the animals and to let others know how much you care. Your entire $40 special plate fee supports this statewide spay/neuter program.

“I’m Animal Friendly” license plates really matter! Thank you, Massachusetts Animal Coalition, for your generous license plate grants.

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Wine Tasting at Henry’s

Posted on May 13, 2012 by John

FOBA is delighted to host a wine-tasting at Henry’s Wine Cellar, 588 Cabot Street, Beverly, on Wednesday, June 6th starting at 5:30 PM. Sample a selection of fine wines and Henry’s delicious hors d’oeuvres. 10% discount on wine purchases. Tickets are $15/person. Contact bhannable@gmail.com or call 978-922-7190. All proceeds used to rescue and find homes for homeless animals.

To see a full-size version of the Wine Tasting 2012 poster, click the image above.

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Fundraiser at Not Your Average Joe’s

Posted on April 28, 2012 by John

A great way to support FOBA’s work! Dine at Not Your Average Joe’s (45 Enon St., Beverly) on Monday May 7, from noon to 9 PM. FOBA will receive 15% of our supporters’ dining receipts (less alcohol). You need to print out and bring this Not Your Average Cause certificate. Put your name on the certificate and give it to your server. Not only will you be helping FOBA, but you’ll also be entered into the NYAJ’s drawing, in which two $25 gift cards will be given away. Help a great cause, enjoy excellent food, and possibly win a gift card. A total win/win! Please tell your friends and family about this event. We are grateful to NYAJ’s for this partnering opportunity, and as always, the animals and FOBA sincerely appreciate your wonderful support!!

NYAJs Certificate

Click on the image above to view it at full size, then print.

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E-News Bulletin, April 2012

Posted on April 27, 2012 by John

Here is the latest edition of the Friends of Beverly Animals E-News Bulletin. Click here to view the current bulletin.

If you would like to receive the next bulletin by email, you can subscribe by writing to foba2007@gmail.com. Please be assured that we will not share our email list with any outside groups or individuals, and your privacy will always be respected.

E-News Bulletin

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View FOBA’s Spring 2012 Newsletter Here

Posted on March 12, 2012 by John

FOBA’s Spring 2012 Newsletter is now available in a new format. We are hoping to increase the number of newsletters we send electronically to cut expenses and paper use. If you are already on our mailing list and would like to go paperless, please let us know at foba2007@gmail.com. We will not share email addresses with outside groups. Click here to view the current newsletter.

Spring 2012 Newsletter

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FOBA on Public Access TV

Posted on February 11, 2012 by John

We are so fortunate to have a great animal rights activist, Kim Hyder, host these informative and inspiring shows. With special guests and friends, sometimes of the four-legged, furry variety!

Watch BevCam for FOBA Shows, which are usually aired at 4 p.m. on Wednesdays, 6 p.m. on Fridays, and 1 p.m. on Sundays on Channel 10 in Beverly. Check www.bevcam.org schedule for updates.

Kim Hyder received the Humane-atarian Award from the Massachusetts School of Law on Animal Rights Day in 2011. The award is given to individuals who have done something outstanding for animals. We are very proud of Kim.

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2012 Calendars Sold Out

Posted on February 8, 2012 by John

We’d like to express our sincere gratitude to volunteers and sponsors for helping us sell all 250 calendars that were ordered this year. Thanks also to the many Beverly merchants who allowed us to put up posters to promote sales, and very special thanks to Beverly Wild Bird & Pet Supply and Casa de Moda, who generously sold calendars in their stores. You are the best!

Calendar Sponsor/Advertiser Acknowledgments

  • Erica Barnes, Clinical Massage Therapy
  • Beverly Animal Hospital, Inc., William E. Friedman, D.V.M.
  • Beverly Wild Bird & Pet Supply
  • Carbon Colors (calendar printer, who was great to work with), Dracut, MA
  • Sharon L. Cook, our V.P. & Author of A Nose For Hanky Panky
  • Oliver T. Cook, Attorney at Law, Peabody
  • Cutting Edge Hair Salon, Jeanne Tarnowski
  • Carol Hecker Davis Dog Training School
  • Desjardins Jewelers, Suzanne Colanto
  • Fetch Pet Care of Middleton, Lisa Vince
  • Innocenti Masonry, Andrew Innocenti (Kudos and thanks to Ann-Marie Innocenti for doing a wonderful job on the 2012 calendar layout)
  • Kathleen’s Skin Care & Electrolysis, Kathleen Martino
  • Kat Walk, Kathleen Jones
  • Pine Tree Equestrian Center, Emily Baillie
  • Heidi Roberts, Keller Williams Realty
  • Super Sub & Casual Catering, Paul Guanci

Time to Plan for 2013 – Pet Photos Wanted!
Want to see your pet’s photo in our 2013 Calendar?

We can’t promise to use every photo received, but we will do our best! Please send your favorite digital pet photos to bhannable@gmail.com. For best quality, it is recommended that photos be approximately 1024 pixels (width) X 762 pixels (height) with a resolution of 100. If you are uncertain about your photos, submit them and we will let you know if they will work. Photos may also be mailed to FOBA at PO Box 3378, Beverly, MA 01915, but we cannot accept responsibility for their safe return. Copies or scans do not usually come out as well as digital photos, but again, we will try our best. Deadline for photo submissions is September 1, 2012.

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Fostering Pets for Adoption

Posted on February 7, 2012 by John

Ann Picariello joined FOBA in 2011 and we are delighted to have her. She recently wrote this inspiring article about her first fostering experience. Thanks, Ann! We hope that many others will be willing to give fostering a try. We are always in great need of foster homes! FOBA will pay expenses to cover food and litter for fostered cats and kittens.

From Ann’s article,

All of my life I have been a dog person. Cats had never appealed to me; I always thought they were distant and cold. My viewpoint changed a few months ago when I took in a stray mother cat and her three kittens…

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Update: Fur Ball 2011

Posted on October 1, 2011 by John

The Fur Ball held at the ICC on September 24th was a great success. We had a wonderful turnout, delicious food, a terrific band (“Don’t Call Me Shirley”) and very attractive raffle items. We want to thank everyone who helped with this event, including our members and all the local businesses who generously donated items for the raffles. Paul Guanci of Casual Catering and Super Sub provided much of the food, some of which was donated, and that was also greatly appreciated. This event just keeps getting better and better each year!

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View FOBA’s Newsletter Here

Posted on September 18, 2011 by John

FOBA’s Fall/Winter 2011 Newsletter is now available in a new format. We are hoping to increase the number of newsletters we send electronically to cut expenses and paper use. If you are already on our mailing list and would like to go paperless, please let us know at foba2007@gmail.com We will not share email addresses with outside groups. Click here to view the current newsletter.

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