Thanks from everyone at the Sanctuary August 15, 2006
Posted by Jonny Mitchell in : Latest News , 1 comment so farWe’d like to extend our appreciation to everyone who helped out and attended our events over the weekend. Open Day and the motorcycle rideout both proved a great success, and we simply couldn’t have done it without the volunteers, marshalls and of course members of the public who came out to make the days enjoyable for everyone. We’ll have some pictures from both days events up later in the day.
10th Open Day this Saturday August 9, 2006
Posted by Jonny Mitchell in : Old News , 1 comment so farOn Saturday 12th August a fun filled weekend kicks off at 11.00am at the Animal Sanctuary on the Greystone Road, with everything from Mini Dog Shows to a Sponge Chucking Competition and all sorts in between.
The Sanctuary will be open to have a wander around and have a look at all the Dogs looking for good homes, the day will also feature live music, games, a tea room, stalls galore selling everything from toys, books, crafts and bric-a-brac. You can have your face painted, have a go at the wet sponge game, win prizes galore, munch your way through a delicious barbecue and even bring along your own dog and take part in the dog show.
So why not come along between 11.00am and 3.00pm, bring the family for a great day out and all for a good cause. Admission is £1, and kids go free.
Motorcycle Rideout this Sunday August 8, 2006
Posted by Jonny Mitchell in : Old News , add a commentWe will be hosting our 6th annual Motorbike Rideout on Sunday 13th August, with all entry proceeds going to support the work done by the Sanctuary.
All sizes and shapes of motorbikes, sidecars and trikes and their owners will be meeting up at 12.30pm at Carrickfergus Castle on Sunday before travelling in convoy through various towns and villages across County Antrim, culminating in a barbeque at the Sanctuary premises in Antrim at approximately 3.30pm. Actress Alex Forde (Dympna from Give My Head Peace) will also be attending to cheer on the procession and present ballot prizes.
The event, run in conjunction with Quay Vipers MCC, is always well supported and the sight of hundreds of bikes travelling en masse is certainly a head-turning one. The biking enthusiasts come from all walks of life and include accountants, lawyers, doctors and businesspeople, all joined together in their love of the open road and their keenness to raise money for worthwhile charitable causes.
One of those taking part will be 72-year old John Smiley of Millisle with his self-built Citroen trike. Inspired by Billy Connolly’s famous use of a £20,000 Boom trike in his recent TV series Billy Connolly’s World Tour of England, Ireland and Wales, John decided to build his own customised trike. With parts totalling just £600, John’s 2-seater trike includes a Citroen 2CV engine, TV, CD and radio, cigarette lighter, sirens and blue flashing front lights.
The entry fee for this event is £5 and L-plate drivers will also be made welcome. For further details please contact John McCartney at Mid-Antrim Animal Sanctuary on 028 9446 6993.
Gentle Moss needs a friend August 2, 2006
Posted by Jonny Mitchell in : Rehomed , 1 comment so far
This is Moss, a 5 year old German Shepherd. He’s looking for an exceptionally good home where he’ll be kept in the house. Moss is very soft natured and obedient, and is neutered. He had a bad start in life and is currently in foster care. Contact Angus Moore via the Sanctuary if you think you can give this big softy a patient, loving environment.
We’re happy to report that Moss has been homed
