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SUMMARY:Holiday Paw-ty with Kids C.A.R.E. Club
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season of giving with AWLA! In this Kids C.A.R.E. Club holiday session\, children will make festive crafts\, learn about foster families\, and discover how communities come together to help shelter animals during the winter months. Kids will also decorate treats for dogs and explore ways families can support animals in need. \nThis heartwarming class teaches kindness\, generosity\, and the importance of helping animals—especially during the holidays. \nAges 4-10 \nRegister for This Session \nKids C.A.R.E. Club Membership – 2026 \nInterested in attending more than one session? Make it official with a Kids C.A.R.E. Club Membership! Your child will enjoy exclusive perks while helping support AWLA’s youth education programs. \nEach membership includes: \n\nAccess to our exclusive Member Party (September 2026)\nAWLA Youth Programs T-Shirt\nAWLA Backpack\nStuffed pet (kitten or puppy)\nKids C.A.R.E. Membership Pin\nStickers\, activities\, and more!\n\nMemberships are available through our online store. Each membership is a $50 donation that directly supports AWLA’s humane education programs. \nKids C.A.R.E. Club Membership
URL:https://www.awla.org/event/holiday-paw-ty-with-kids-c-a-r-e-club/
CATEGORIES:Educational Programs,Free Educational Programs,Free Workshops,Kids Educational Programs,Kids Workshops,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Welfare League of Arlington":MAILTO:hdickman@awla.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270113T140000
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SUMMARY:Shelter Squad
DESCRIPTION:Hands-On Animal Shelter Experience for Teens\nShelter Squad is the Animal Welfare League of Arlington’s (AWLA) premier youth program\, designed for teens ages 13–15 who want meaningful\, hands-on experience helping animals in a professional shelter environment. \nThrough this program\, young animal lovers participate in the day-to-day operations of an animal shelter through age-appropriate activities. Teens work alongside AWLA staff to support animal care\, enrichment\, and shelter operations—building responsibility\, empathy\, and practical skills while making a difference for animals in need. \nWhat Teens Do in Shelter Squad\nParticipants in Shelter Squad gain hands-on experience in real volunteer roles\, including: \n\nProviding enrichment activities for dogs\, cats\, and small animals\nPreparing supplies and organizing animal care areas\nAssisting with cleaning kennels and animal spaces\nSupporting shelter staff with daily tasks that directly benefit animals\n\nAll activities are fully supervised by AWLA staff\, ensuring a safe\, educational\, and positive experience for every participant. \nWho Can Join\n\nAges: 13–15\nExperience Level: No prior volunteer experience required\nGroup Size: 4 participants per session\n\nThis program is ideal for teens who love animals\, are curious about animal care or shelter work\, or want meaningful community service experience. \nProgram Fee\n\n$50 for the first session (includes an official Shelter Squad T-shirt)\n$30 for each additional session\n\nYour initial registration includes a Shelter Squad T-shirt that teens will wear during the program. Subsequent sessions are offered at a reduced rate. \nRegister Here \nContact Us\nFor questions about Shelter Squad or another youth program\, please contact: \nMadi RadfordYouth Programs Coordinatoryouthprograms@awla.org
URL:https://www.awla.org/event/shelter-squad/2027-01-13/
CATEGORIES:Educational Programs,Kids Educational Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Welfare League of Arlington":MAILTO:hdickman@awla.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270129T090000
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SUMMARY:Shelter Squad
DESCRIPTION:Hands-On Animal Shelter Experience for Teens\nShelter Squad is the Animal Welfare League of Arlington’s (AWLA) premier youth program\, designed for teens ages 13–15 who want meaningful\, hands-on experience helping animals in a professional shelter environment. \nThrough this program\, young animal lovers participate in the day-to-day operations of an animal shelter through age-appropriate activities. Teens work alongside AWLA staff to support animal care\, enrichment\, and shelter operations—building responsibility\, empathy\, and practical skills while making a difference for animals in need. \nWhat Teens Do in Shelter Squad\nParticipants in Shelter Squad gain hands-on experience in real volunteer roles\, including: \n\nProviding enrichment activities for dogs\, cats\, and small animals\nPreparing supplies and organizing animal care areas\nAssisting with cleaning kennels and animal spaces\nSupporting shelter staff with daily tasks that directly benefit animals\n\nAll activities are fully supervised by AWLA staff\, ensuring a safe\, educational\, and positive experience for every participant. \nWho Can Join\n\nAges: 13–15\nExperience Level: No prior volunteer experience required\nGroup Size: 4 participants per session\n\nThis program is ideal for teens who love animals\, are curious about animal care or shelter work\, or want meaningful community service experience. \nProgram Fee\n\n$50 for the first session (includes an official Shelter Squad T-shirt)\n$30 for each additional session\n\nYour initial registration includes a Shelter Squad T-shirt that teens will wear during the program. Subsequent sessions are offered at a reduced rate. \nRegister Here \nContact Us\nFor questions about Shelter Squad or another youth program\, please contact: \nMadi RadfordYouth Programs Coordinatoryouthprograms@awla.org
URL:https://www.awla.org/event/shelter-squad/2027-01-29/
CATEGORIES:Educational Programs,Kids Educational Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Welfare League of Arlington":MAILTO:hdickman@awla.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270210T140000
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SUMMARY:Shelter Squad
DESCRIPTION:Hands-On Animal Shelter Experience for Teens\nShelter Squad is the Animal Welfare League of Arlington’s (AWLA) premier youth program\, designed for teens ages 13–15 who want meaningful\, hands-on experience helping animals in a professional shelter environment. \nThrough this program\, young animal lovers participate in the day-to-day operations of an animal shelter through age-appropriate activities. Teens work alongside AWLA staff to support animal care\, enrichment\, and shelter operations—building responsibility\, empathy\, and practical skills while making a difference for animals in need. \nWhat Teens Do in Shelter Squad\nParticipants in Shelter Squad gain hands-on experience in real volunteer roles\, including: \n\nProviding enrichment activities for dogs\, cats\, and small animals\nPreparing supplies and organizing animal care areas\nAssisting with cleaning kennels and animal spaces\nSupporting shelter staff with daily tasks that directly benefit animals\n\nAll activities are fully supervised by AWLA staff\, ensuring a safe\, educational\, and positive experience for every participant. \nWho Can Join\n\nAges: 13–15\nExperience Level: No prior volunteer experience required\nGroup Size: 4 participants per session\n\nThis program is ideal for teens who love animals\, are curious about animal care or shelter work\, or want meaningful community service experience. \nProgram Fee\n\n$50 for the first session (includes an official Shelter Squad T-shirt)\n$30 for each additional session\n\nYour initial registration includes a Shelter Squad T-shirt that teens will wear during the program. Subsequent sessions are offered at a reduced rate. \nRegister Here \nContact Us\nFor questions about Shelter Squad or another youth program\, please contact: \nMadi RadfordYouth Programs Coordinatoryouthprograms@awla.org
URL:https://www.awla.org/event/shelter-squad/2027-02-10/
CATEGORIES:Educational Programs,Kids Educational Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Welfare League of Arlington":MAILTO:hdickman@awla.org
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SUMMARY:Shelter Squad
DESCRIPTION:Hands-On Animal Shelter Experience for Teens\nShelter Squad is the Animal Welfare League of Arlington’s (AWLA) premier youth program\, designed for teens ages 13–15 who want meaningful\, hands-on experience helping animals in a professional shelter environment. \nThrough this program\, young animal lovers participate in the day-to-day operations of an animal shelter through age-appropriate activities. Teens work alongside AWLA staff to support animal care\, enrichment\, and shelter operations—building responsibility\, empathy\, and practical skills while making a difference for animals in need. \nWhat Teens Do in Shelter Squad\nParticipants in Shelter Squad gain hands-on experience in real volunteer roles\, including: \n\nProviding enrichment activities for dogs\, cats\, and small animals\nPreparing supplies and organizing animal care areas\nAssisting with cleaning kennels and animal spaces\nSupporting shelter staff with daily tasks that directly benefit animals\n\nAll activities are fully supervised by AWLA staff\, ensuring a safe\, educational\, and positive experience for every participant. \nWho Can Join\n\nAges: 13–15\nExperience Level: No prior volunteer experience required\nGroup Size: 4 participants per session\n\nThis program is ideal for teens who love animals\, are curious about animal care or shelter work\, or want meaningful community service experience. \nProgram Fee\n\n$50 for the first session (includes an official Shelter Squad T-shirt)\n$30 for each additional session\n\nYour initial registration includes a Shelter Squad T-shirt that teens will wear during the program. Subsequent sessions are offered at a reduced rate. \nRegister Here \nContact Us\nFor questions about Shelter Squad or another youth program\, please contact: \nMadi RadfordYouth Programs Coordinatoryouthprograms@awla.org
URL:https://www.awla.org/event/shelter-squad/2027-03-03/
CATEGORIES:Educational Programs,Kids Educational Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Welfare League of Arlington":MAILTO:hdickman@awla.org
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SUMMARY:Shelter Squad
DESCRIPTION:Hands-On Animal Shelter Experience for Teens\nShelter Squad is the Animal Welfare League of Arlington’s (AWLA) premier youth program\, designed for teens ages 13–15 who want meaningful\, hands-on experience helping animals in a professional shelter environment. \nThrough this program\, young animal lovers participate in the day-to-day operations of an animal shelter through age-appropriate activities. Teens work alongside AWLA staff to support animal care\, enrichment\, and shelter operations—building responsibility\, empathy\, and practical skills while making a difference for animals in need. \nWhat Teens Do in Shelter Squad\nParticipants in Shelter Squad gain hands-on experience in real volunteer roles\, including: \n\nProviding enrichment activities for dogs\, cats\, and small animals\nPreparing supplies and organizing animal care areas\nAssisting with cleaning kennels and animal spaces\nSupporting shelter staff with daily tasks that directly benefit animals\n\nAll activities are fully supervised by AWLA staff\, ensuring a safe\, educational\, and positive experience for every participant. \nWho Can Join\n\nAges: 13–15\nExperience Level: No prior volunteer experience required\nGroup Size: 4 participants per session\n\nThis program is ideal for teens who love animals\, are curious about animal care or shelter work\, or want meaningful community service experience. \nProgram Fee\n\n$50 for the first session (includes an official Shelter Squad T-shirt)\n$30 for each additional session\n\nYour initial registration includes a Shelter Squad T-shirt that teens will wear during the program. Subsequent sessions are offered at a reduced rate. \nRegister Here \nContact Us\nFor questions about Shelter Squad or another youth program\, please contact: \nMadi RadfordYouth Programs Coordinatoryouthprograms@awla.org
URL:https://www.awla.org/event/shelter-squad/2027-03-10/
CATEGORIES:Educational Programs,Kids Educational Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Welfare League of Arlington":MAILTO:hdickman@awla.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270419T090000
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SUMMARY:Shelter Squad
DESCRIPTION:Hands-On Animal Shelter Experience for Teens\nShelter Squad is the Animal Welfare League of Arlington’s (AWLA) premier youth program\, designed for teens ages 13–15 who want meaningful\, hands-on experience helping animals in a professional shelter environment. \nThrough this program\, young animal lovers participate in the day-to-day operations of an animal shelter through age-appropriate activities. Teens work alongside AWLA staff to support animal care\, enrichment\, and shelter operations—building responsibility\, empathy\, and practical skills while making a difference for animals in need. \nWhat Teens Do in Shelter Squad\nParticipants in Shelter Squad gain hands-on experience in real volunteer roles\, including: \n\nProviding enrichment activities for dogs\, cats\, and small animals\nPreparing supplies and organizing animal care areas\nAssisting with cleaning kennels and animal spaces\nSupporting shelter staff with daily tasks that directly benefit animals\n\nAll activities are fully supervised by AWLA staff\, ensuring a safe\, educational\, and positive experience for every participant. \nWho Can Join\n\nAges: 13–15\nExperience Level: No prior volunteer experience required\nGroup Size: 4 participants per session\n\nThis program is ideal for teens who love animals\, are curious about animal care or shelter work\, or want meaningful community service experience. \nProgram Fee\n\n$50 for the first session (includes an official Shelter Squad T-shirt)\n$30 for each additional session\n\nYour initial registration includes a Shelter Squad T-shirt that teens will wear during the program. Subsequent sessions are offered at a reduced rate. \nRegister Here \nContact Us\nFor questions about Shelter Squad or another youth program\, please contact: \nMadi RadfordYouth Programs Coordinatoryouthprograms@awla.org
URL:https://www.awla.org/event/shelter-squad/2027-04-19/
CATEGORIES:Educational Programs,Kids Educational Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Welfare League of Arlington":MAILTO:hdickman@awla.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270517T140000
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CREATED:20260901T133602Z
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UID:10002683-1810544400-1810562400@www.awla.org
SUMMARY:Shelter Squad
DESCRIPTION:Hands-On Animal Shelter Experience for Teens\nShelter Squad is the Animal Welfare League of Arlington’s (AWLA) premier youth program\, designed for teens ages 13–15 who want meaningful\, hands-on experience helping animals in a professional shelter environment. \nThrough this program\, young animal lovers participate in the day-to-day operations of an animal shelter through age-appropriate activities. Teens work alongside AWLA staff to support animal care\, enrichment\, and shelter operations—building responsibility\, empathy\, and practical skills while making a difference for animals in need. \nWhat Teens Do in Shelter Squad\nParticipants in Shelter Squad gain hands-on experience in real volunteer roles\, including: \n\nProviding enrichment activities for dogs\, cats\, and small animals\nPreparing supplies and organizing animal care areas\nAssisting with cleaning kennels and animal spaces\nSupporting shelter staff with daily tasks that directly benefit animals\n\nAll activities are fully supervised by AWLA staff\, ensuring a safe\, educational\, and positive experience for every participant. \nWho Can Join\n\nAges: 13–15\nExperience Level: No prior volunteer experience required\nGroup Size: 4 participants per session\n\nThis program is ideal for teens who love animals\, are curious about animal care or shelter work\, or want meaningful community service experience. \nProgram Fee\n\n$50 for the first session (includes an official Shelter Squad T-shirt)\n$30 for each additional session\n\nYour initial registration includes a Shelter Squad T-shirt that teens will wear during the program. Subsequent sessions are offered at a reduced rate. \nRegister Here \nContact Us\nFor questions about Shelter Squad or another youth program\, please contact: \nMadi RadfordYouth Programs Coordinatoryouthprograms@awla.org
URL:https://www.awla.org/event/shelter-squad/2027-05-17/
CATEGORIES:Educational Programs,Kids Educational Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Animal Welfare League of Arlington":MAILTO:hdickman@awla.org
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