Heritage Humane

Adopt Me Saturdays at Williamsburg Jewelers
2024-02-24 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-03-23 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-04-27 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-05-25 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Williamsburg Jewelers, 2023 Richmond Rd Suite E, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States

Cat Yoga
2024-03-09 08:30 - 09:30 | Heritage Humane Society
Join us in The Heritage Humane Society’s classroom on Saturday, March 9 at 8:30 a.m. for an hour-long beginner-friendly gentle yoga practice. It will be a donation-based yoga class to benefit the homeless pets at the shelter. This is a gentle yoga class accessible to yogis of all levels and beginner-friendly, modifications will be offered to meet the needs of all personal practices. Join us with your yoga mat and be ready to breathe, move, have fun, and meet some adorable, adoptable CATS!
You must pre-register online to secure your spot. It is a $20 donation per person. 100% of the donations are benefitting the homeless pets at HHS.

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2024-03-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, March 9 from 11 am – 1 pm
Meet your new best friend. Every 2nd Saturday (unless otherwise noted) meet adoptable dogs from Heritage Humane Society at Nautical Dog from 11 am – 1 pm.

Location: Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA 23188
CLICK HERE to learn more about our adoptable pets!
CLICK HERE to see the event flyer

Fido Fest
2024-03-23 10:00 - 14:00 | Jamestown Beach Event Park, 2205 Jamestown Rd., Williamsburg, WV, 23185, United States
FIDO FEST
Saturday, March 23 | 10 AM – 2 PM
Location: Jamestown Beach Event Park
UPDATE: This event has been canceled due to inclement weather.
Don’t miss the PAW-TY! Join us on Saturday, March 23, 10 AM – 2 PM at Jamestown Beach Event Park, a family festival featuring dog-friendly activities, games, and contests. Food, merchandise, and community vendors will also be onsite.
Heritage Humane Society will have an information table and adoptable dogs at the event. All proceeds from the bake sale benefit the homeless pets.
All dogs attending Fido Fest must be on a leash no more than 8′ long. No retractable leashes. Dogs must be current on vaccines. Admission is $5 per car, cash or check only.
Co-hosted by Heritage Humane Society and James City County Parks & Recreation.
CLICK HERE to learn more about the event.

Kids Movie Night
2024-03-30 17:30 - 21:00 | Heritage Humane Society
When:
Saturday, March 30 | 5:30 – 9 PM
About the Event:
Sign your kid(s) up for our Kids Movie Night (kids only) on Saturday, March 30 from 5:30 – 9 OM! We will be playing a kids’ movie in our HHS Classroom. It is $20 per kid and includes a pet-themed educational activity, a movie, popcorn, and pizza. Kids will also get a chance to meet some adoptable pets from HHS. Open to all children ages 6 – 12 years old. Enjoy an evening out while your kid(s) enjoy a fun movie night with us! Pajamas are welcome, but not required. We encourage the kids to bring their favorite blankets and pillow with them and a refillable water bottle.
100% of the proceeds benefit the homeless pets at HHS. Spots are limited, so sign up today!
Sign Up Online:
To reserve your kid’s spot, register online. Registration is $20 per person. Includes a movie, pizza, popcorn, and a pet-themed educational activity. Open to all children ages 6 – 12 years old.

Spring Break Animal Camp
2024-04-01 08:30 - 2024-04-05 15:30 | Heritage Humane Society
Register Online

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2024-04-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, April 13 from 11 am – 1 pm
Meet your new best friend. Every 2nd Saturday (unless otherwise noted) meet adoptable dogs from Heritage Humane Society at Nautical Dog from 11 am – 1 pm.

Location: Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA 23188
CLICK HERE to learn more about our adoptable pets!
CLICK HERE to see the event flyer

Summer Camp Fair
2024-04-14 11:00 - 15:00 | James City County Rec Center, 5301 Longhill Rd., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Heritage Humane Society will be at the Summer Camp Fair!
Check out our booth at the Summer Camp Fair on Sunday, April 14 from 11 AM – 3 PM at the James City County Recreation Center located at 5301 Longhill Road., Williamsburg, VA
We will have information about our Animal Camp, Birthday Parties, and Kids’ Club.

Kitten Shower
2024-04-20 10:30 - 12:30 | Heritage Humane Society
Sign Up Online

April Kids Movie Night
2024-04-20 17:30 - 21:00 | Heritage Humane Society
When:
Saturday, April 20 | 5:30 – 9 PM
About the Event:
Sign your kid(s) up for our Kids Movie Night (kids only) on Saturday, April 20 from 5:30 – 9 OM! We will be playing a kids’ movie in our HHS Classroom. It is $20 per kid and includes a pet-themed educational activity, a movie, popcorn, and pizza. Kids will also get a chance to meet some adoptable pets from HHS. Open to all children ages 6 – 12 years old. Enjoy an evening out while your kid(s) enjoy a fun movie night with us! Pajamas are welcome, but not required. We encourage the kids to bring their favorite blankets and pillow with them and a refillable water bottle.
100% of the proceeds benefit the homeless pets at HHS. Spots are limited, so sign up today!
Sign Up Online:
To reserve your kid’s spot, register online. Registration is $20 per person. Includes a movie, pizza, popcorn, and a pet-themed educational activity. Open to all children ages 6 – 12 years old.

Give Local 757!
2024-04-23 | Heritage Humane Society
GIVE LOCAL 757 | April 23, 2024

On Give Local 757 people all around Hampton Roads demonstrate goodwill and kindness by donating toward their favorite cause. Join them with HHS’s Matching Gift Challenge. PLUS! A few generous members of Heritage Humane Society are matching every dollar donated to the animals on Give Local 757.
This giving movement is changing communities, inspiring action, and together we’re having a big impact on the homeless pets of Hampton Raods.
Any Amount Will Be Doubled!
$25 = $50
$100 = $200
$250 = $500

3 Easy Ways to Give on April 23:
1) Give online heritagehumane.org/donate
2) Give by phone 757-221-0150
3) Give by mail (or stop in) Heritage Humane Society
430 Waller Mill Rd.
Williamsburg, VA 23185

Dog Yoga
2024-04-27 08:30 - 09:30 | Heritage Humane Society
Join us in The Heritage Humane Society’s classroom on Saturday, April 27 at 8:30 a.m. for an hour-long beginner-friendly gentle yoga practice with Cameron Green. It will be a donation-based yoga class to benefit the homeless pets at the shelter. This is a gentle yoga class accessible to yogis of all levels and beginner-friendly, modifications will be offered to meet the needs of all personal practices. Join us with your yoga mat and be ready to breathe, move, have fun, and meet some adorable, adoptable DOGS!
You must pre-register online to secure your spot. It is a $20 donation per person. 100% of the donations are benefitting the homeless pets at HHS.

Spring in Bloom Online Auction
2024-04-29 12:00 - 2024-05-08 12:00 | Heritage Humane Society
Spring is coming up, and we have an extravaganza of things to celebrate, including our expanded Spring in Bloom Online Auction.
The Heritage Humane Society Auxiliary has an online spring auction featuring wine, vintage items, home décor, art, gift cards, experiences, pet items, and hand-crafted gift baskets blooming with unique gifts for everyone. Don’t miss your chance to win! All proceeds benefit the homeless pets at Heritage Humane Society.
Online bidding opens at noon on Monday, April 29, and closes at noon on Wednesday, May 8.
Visit heritagehumane.org/spring-auction to learn more.

Adoptable Dog Yoga at Midtown Row
2024-05-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Midtown Row, 200 College Row, Williamsburg, VA, United States
Get ready to unleash your inner yogi and support the furry friends at The Heritage Humane Society. 100% of ticket sales will be donated to HHS.
Join us for a paw-some yoga event at Midtown Row in Williamsburg, VA on May 4th at 10 am! Get ready to stretch, relax, and have a playful time, all while supporting HHS. Adoptable dogs will be there to wag their tails and bring some extra joy to your yoga practice. So grab your mat and come down to the Midtown Row Village Green for a fun-filled and meaningful yoga session. Let’s help our furry pals find their forever homes while finding our inner zen.
Jessica Ruff will be leading the session. Jessica Ruff is a Virginia-based yoga teacher who offers dynamic vinyasa yoga with a soulful touch. Expect more than just poses on a mat. She has trained with leading teachers Jason Crandell and Stephanie Snyder.
100% of ticket sales will go towards HHS. Midtown Row will also be collecting donations. CLICK HERE below for our wish list.
CLICK HERE to sign up for the event.

Dog Yoga at Midtown Row
2024-05-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Midtown Row, 200 College Row, Williamsburg, VA, United States
Join us for a pawsome yoga event at Midtown Row in Williamsburg, VA on May 4th at 10 am! Get ready to stretch, relax, and have a playful time, all while supporting the Heritage Humane Society. Adoptable dogs will be there to wag their tails and bring some extra joy to your yoga practice. So grab your mat and come down to the Midtown Row Village Green (across from Super Chix) for a fun-filled and meaningful yoga session. Let’s help our furry pals find their forever homes while finding our inner zen.

Cameron Green will be leading the session. Cameron is an RYT-200 yoga instructor in the Williamsburg community. She received her RYT-200 training from Jessica Ruff, and she believes that by focusing on body alignment and connecting breath to movement, yoga can strengthen and heal our mind-body connection. She has been practicing yoga for over a decade and is thrilled to combine her love of animals with her love of yoga at Heritage Humane Society. Cameron grew up working in her family’s animal hospital and currently shares her home with a dog named Gus and two cats named Oyster and Tobias.

Tickets are $10

100% of ticket sales will go towards the Heritage Humane Society. We will also be collecting donations. Please go to https://heritagehumane.org/wish-lists/ for their wish list

2nd Saturdays at Nautical Dog
2024-05-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Saturday, May 11 from 11 am – 1 pm
Meet your new best friend. Every 2nd Saturday (unless otherwise noted) meet adoptable dogs from Heritage Humane Society at Nautical Dog from 11 am – 1 pm.

Location: Nautical Dog, 5102-B Main Street, Williamsburg, VA 23188
CLICK HERE to learn more about our adoptable pets!
CLICK HERE to see the event flyer

Animal Camp Open House
2024-05-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Heritage Humane Society
Want to learn more about our camps before signing up? Come by our Animal Camp Open House on Saturday, May 18 from 10 am – 12 pm. Parents and kids are welcome. You can see the HHS classroom, meet some adoptable pets, and ask questions! We will also have an educational craft activity for the kids. You do not need to pre-register to attend.

Learn More About Animal Camp

Strangeways' Anniversary Event Paws & Pours
2024-05-18 12:00 - 17:00 | Strangeways Brewing, 1430 High Street #1103, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Join us at Strangeways Brewing on Saturday, May 18 starting from 12 pm – 5 pm. There will be raffles, vendors, rescues, and more to celebrate Strangeways’ anniversary. The Heritage Humane Society will have an information table and adoptable dogs there.

May Kids' Movie Night
2024-05-18 17:30 - 21:00 | Heritage Humane Society
When:
Saturday, May 18 | 5:30 – 9 PM
About the Event:
Sign your kid(s) up for our Kids Movie Night (kids only) on Saturday, May 18 from 5:30 – 9 OM! We will be playing Kung Fu Panda 4 in our HHS Classroom. It is $20 per kid and includes a pet-themed educational activity, a movie, popcorn, and pizza. Kids will also get a chance to meet some adoptable pets from HHS. Open to all children ages 6 – 12 years old. Enjoy an evening out while your kid(s) enjoy a fun movie night with us! Pajamas are welcome, but not required. We encourage the kids to bring their favorite blankets and pillow with them and a refillable water bottle.
100% of the proceeds benefit the homeless pets at HHS. Spots are limited, so sign up today!
Sign Up Online:
To reserve your kid’s spot, register online. Registration is $20 per person. Includes a movie, pizza, popcorn, and a pet-themed educational activity. Open to all children ages 6 – 12 years old.

Hello Summer Pet Photo Contest
2024-05-20 07:00 - 2024-06-17 17:00 | Heritage Humane Society
Have a photogenic pet? Ever wanted to show off the adorableness of your furry friend? Submit your pet’s photo to The Heritage Humane Society’s 2024 Hello Summer Pet Photo Contest and get the most votes to win a featured spot in the 2025 Hello Summer Pet Photo Contest Calendar! From May 20 to June 17, pet lovers have the chance to showcase their beloved companions in a competition that helps homeless pets in need.
The top 13 photos with the most votes when the contest ends on June 17 will enjoy a complimentary photo session with Sweet Ellie Photography. The 1st place winner will be the cover of the calendar. The 2nd – 13th place winners will each receive a month in the calendar. Each vote is only $1 (required minimum of 5 votes) and 100% of the proceeds benefit the sheltered animals at The Heritage Humane Society.
Entries and voting open at 7 AM on Monday, May 20, and close at 5 PM on Monday, June 17. Mini prizes will be awarded at 5 PM each Friday during the contest to the top voted pet. You can only win one mini prize. If the same pet is the top voted winner for more than one week, the mini prize will go to the next highest voted pet.
All entrants will receive information on the 2025 Hello Summer Pet Photo Contest Calendar after the photo sessions are completed and the calendar is created.

Enter Your Pet & Vote Here (Starting May 20)!

Smooches for Pooches at Alewerks Brewing Company
2024-05-24 13:00 - 16:00 | Alewerks, 189B Ewell Rd, Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Join us at Alewerks Brewing Company on Friday, May 24 from 1 pm – 4 pm for a Smooches with Pooches event. The Heritage Humane Society will have adoptable dogs there. Get some puppy smooches for a donation. No set amount. Whatever you can give is appreciated. The kissing booth will be set up from 1 pm-4 pm. Don Chido will also be on site from 12 pm – 8 pm. Be sure to grab a bite to eat between beers and kisses.

Dog Days of Summer at Dominion Dogs
2024-05-25 11:30 - 15:00 | Dominion Dogs, Hot Dogs, 701 Merrimac Trail, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Dominion Dogs is partnering with Wasserhund Brewing Company to kick-off the “Dog Days of Summer”. Come by for hot dogs, an exclusive beer Wasserhund is brewing up for the event, sample (and purchase) other popular beers from Wasserhund, and meet some adoptable pups from The Heritage Humane Society!

Spring Belk Charity Sale
2024-05-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Belk Williamsburg, 4900-3 Monticello Ave., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Belk is having their Spring Belk Charity Sale from June 7 – 9.
Volunteers from the Heritage Humane Society Auxiliary will be at Belk on Tuesday, May 28 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. with pre-sale coupons.
Come by and purchase a pre-sale coupon for the big sale! A percentage of the ticket sales will benefit the homeless pets. There will be a table set up inside the store with information about the sale and information about the shelter.
There will also be an adoptable dog from the shelter there!

Spring Belk Charity Sale
2024-05-31 12:00 - 14:00 | Belk Williamsburg, 4900-3 Monticello Ave., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Belk is having their Spring Belk Charity Sale from June 7 – 9.
Volunteers from the Heritage Humane Society Auxiliary will be at Belk on Friday, May 31 from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. with pre-sale coupons.
Come by and purchase a pre-sale coupon for the big sale! A percentage of the ticket sales will benefit the homeless pets. There will be a table set up inside the store with information about the sale and information about the shelter.
There will also be an adoptable dog from the shelter there!

June Kitten Yoga
2024-06-01 08:30 - 09:30 | Heritage Humane Society
Join us in The Heritage Humane Society’s classroom on Saturday, June 1 at 8:30 a.m. for an hour-long beginner-friendly gentle yoga practice. It will be a donation-based yoga class to benefit the homeless pets at the shelter. This is a gentle yoga class accessible to yogis of all levels and beginner-friendly, modifications will be offered to meet the needs of all personal practices. Join us with your yoga mat and be ready to breathe, move, have fun, and meet some adorable, adoptable KITTENS!
You must pre-register online to secure your spot. It is a $20 donation per person. 100% of the donations are benefitting the homeless pets at HHS.

Tails on the Trail
2024-06-01 09:00 - 11:00 | Greensprings Interpretive Trail, 3751 John Tyler Hwy, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
TAILS ON THE TRAIL
Saturday, June 1, 2024 from 9 AM – 11 AM
Greensprings Interpretive Trail, 3751 John Tyler Hwy, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Are you up for a trail adventure with your dog? We are partnering with James City County Parks and Recreation on June 1, 20234 for Tails on the Trail. In honor of National Trails Day, we want pet lovers to get active with their pets! Join us at Greensprings Interpretive Trail for a self-guided adventure of their trails! We will have music, a trail scavenger hunt, adoptable dogs, and information about Heritage Humane Society at the event.
Don’t have a dog to walk the trails with? Please still come out to support the shelter and enjoy a beautiful day on the trails!
*WEATHER PERMITTING*
THANK YOU TO JAMES CITY COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION

Spring Belk Charity Sale
2024-06-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Belk Williamsburg, 4900-3 Monticello Ave., Williamsburg, VA, 23188, United States
Belk is having their Spring Belk Charity Sale from June 7 – 9.
Volunteers from the Heritage Humane Society Auxiliary will be at Belk on Saturday, June 1 from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. with pre-sale coupons.
Come by and purchase a pre-sale coupon for the big sale! A percentage of the ticket sales will benefit the homeless pets. There will be a table set up inside the store with information about the sale and information about the shelter.
There will also be an adoptable dog from the shelter there!
