Who: Owners w/their costumed dogs

What: A Halloween parade will be held for all dogs.  A contest will also be held where prizes will be awarded to the dog who is the prettiest, most handsome, scariest, and wearing the most original costume.  An additional prize will be awarded to owners and their dogs who are both dressed to impress the judges.  All dogs that participated will receive dog treats and owners will receive doughnuts.

When: Sunday, October 26th from 2PM – 4PM.  The parade will begin at 2:30PM.

Where: Dogtopia is located at 139 Endicott St. (in Enditcott Plaza behind the Market Basket)

Hosted By: Dogtopia

For more information: Call Dogtopia at 978-777-STAY

Who: Owners and their costumed dogs

What: Owners will lead their costumed dogs through Frankenmuth River Place.  Participating shops will be handing out bags with dog treats.  The dog wearing the best costume will win a prize.

When: Saturday, October 18th at 3PM

Where: 925 S. Main St. Frankenmuth, MI

Hosted By: Raining Cats & Dogs

For more information: 652-8100

Celebrity Dogs Unleashed is a fundraising art project to benefit a non-profit organization called “Green Chimneys” in Brewster, NY.  Green Chimneys, operates as a special education, residential treatment center for children and a farm and wildlife rehabilitation center.  For this fundraiser, celebrities such as: Richard Gere, Kathie Lee Joel, Martha Stewart, Rachael Ray, Robery Kennedy Jr., Robin Quivers, Clive Davis, and Vanessa Williams have come together to paint 30 life size fiberglass dogs that are to be auctioned off at www.CharityFolks.com through November 1st.  Proceeds from the auction will help benefit the children and animals at Green Chimneys.