Annual Dinner Gala & Auction raises $10,000

On October 22, 2011 the SPCA had its Annual Benefit Dinner Gala and Auction at the 1863 Inn of Gettysburg (formerly the Holiday Inn). Owner of the Inn, Mr. Wilbur Knox and Biggerstaff's Catering sponsored the entire affair for the fourth year in a row with 100% of Proceeds benefited to the Rick and Sally Meyers Animal Shelter, Adams County SPCA. A Special Thanks goes out to Kay Lawyer the Sales Director for the 1863 Inn.

Auctioneers, Larry and Jimmy Peters donated their expertise as the auctioneers of the evening. Special thanks to Mr. Knox and to the 1863 Inn staff for donating their time to provide a wonderful meal and service for an enjoyable and successful event. There was a good turn out of attendees and the evening was a success, raising much needed funds for the animals. The Board of Directors, Shelter Staff, and Volunteers sincerely appreciate those who purchased tickets, provided items for our auction, gave a monetary donation, or helped with the event in any way during these difficult economic times! Support from our community is most important to us!

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Rusty had a great Birthday Party
and a big fundraiser for the ACSPCA!


For those who do not know, Rusty is a rescued Golden Retriever
and partial owner of the Adams County winery.

Happy Birthday Rusty and thanks for hosting this birthday event!!! Hundreds of dogs & people came out to celebrate Rusty's Birthday bringing a truck load of donations for the orphans at the shelter. Everyone enjoyed a beautiful day of music, a Doggie Fashion Show, Dancing with the Doggie Stars, an Obstacle Course, good food, lots of vendors and great wine!!!!

There is still time to purchase your specialty bottle of "Make Adoption Your First Option" bottle of wine and to have a label made from your pet's photo and put onto a bottle of wine of your choice (for only $3 above the price of the wine). $1 will be donated to the SPCA for both of the specialty labeled wine sold. You will be able to cast your vote soon for your favorite furry friend on our website, at the shelter and at the winery. The winning photo will be featured on Rusty's Red as Rusty's special guest, which will be sold during the month of August.

Pics from
Rusty's Birthday Bash

Canines & Chardonnay Celebration
raises $1,000 for the SPCA

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The CANINES & CHARDONNAY CELEBRATION held at the Hauser Estate Winery was an afternoon dedicated to "all things dog" ... and cat! It was fun-filled & educational ... benefiting the Meyers Animal Shelter dedicated to Man's best friend. Everyone got to spend the afternoon with their dog while enjoying Hauser Estate Wine & JACK's Hard Apple Cider overlooking the lovely countryside of Adams County. It was a great day!!! Special thanks to the Hauser Estate Winery for hosting this event and for all of the vendors, people and dogs who came out to enjoy the day and help support The Meyer's Animal Shelter!!!!

2nd Annual When Pigs Fly Wing Eating Challenge
raises over $5,320 for the Meyers Animal Shelter!


Check out the video

The Event was put on by Renee Weaver in memory of her daughter "Becca". The Event was hosted by Scozzaros Old Mill Inn, followed by an Auction and an evening of music by DJ Breez Mon & The Longshot Band. There were 11 Teams - 3.5 Men, Handymen 1, Zimmerman's, Parrot Heads 1, Parrot Heads 2, Doggone Hungry, Handymen Too, SPCA 1, Mark & The Bandits, Weavers Butcher Shop, Old Mill & Beals Dog Guard. 1rst Place went to "SPCA 1" (they consumed 8.96 pounds of wings in 5 minutes), with 2nd Place going to "Old Mill" and 3rd Place going to "Doggone Hungry".

The picture-perfect Saturday was sunny and warm, with the pale blue sky serving as a backdrop to lots of wing eating and a great time!! We are so happy about how this year's Wing Eating contest turned out. Everything was fantastic - the turnout of people, the entertainment, the fun games, and of course, the weather. We are looking forward to next year!!!

2011 Loyalty Walk

This year was a huge success!!! Over $22,000 was raised for the animals!!! Special Thanks goes out to the Upper Adams Middle School 7th grade students for raising $4,200 plus a huge donation of cat food, dog food & supplies. Hannah Meeson for raising $1500. "Team Clearview" of Clearview Animal Hospital for raising $1,270 and to EVERYONE who walked, collected pledges, donated & volunteered to make this success!! We hope to see you next year!!!!