Events

Find out where NWAC and its cats and dogs are popping up in the greater Portland area! To stay on top of our upcoming events — like kitten-snuggling festivities, convention appearances and more — sign up for our mailing list now.

Kitten Snuggle
Apr
20

Kitten Snuggle

Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 minimum donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.

Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can shop while you wait.

Please note kitten-snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on turnout, we may need to close the waitlist partway through the event. Please arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you!

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Kittens + Beer: Cinco de Mayo
May
5

Kittens + Beer: Cinco de Mayo

Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon at Loyal Legion Portland benefitting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue, including:

  • Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. $5 minimum donation for five minutes of snuggling per person; cash and credit cards are accepted.

  • Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Ten percent of the entire day’s beer sales go to NWAC, so drink up!

  • Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.

Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can order beers and hang out until it’s snuggle time.

Please note kitten-snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on turnout, we may need to close the waitlist partway through the event. Please arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you!

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Kittens + Beer: Pride
Jun
15

Kittens + Beer: Pride

Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon at Loyal Legion Portland celebrating LGBTQIA+ Pride and benefitting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue, including:

  • Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. $5 minimum donation for five minutes of snuggling per person; cash and credit cards are accepted.

  • Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Ten percent of the entire day’s beer sales go to NWAC, so drink up!

  • Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.

Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can order beers and hang out until it’s snuggle time.

Please note kitten-snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on turnout, we may need to close the waitlist partway through the event. Please arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you!

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Kitten Snuggle
Mar
23
to Mar 24

Kitten Snuggle

For the first time, NWAC is coming to the Portland Cat Extravaganza & Rescue Awareness Event! For a $5 minimum donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of snuggling from NWAC’s adoptable kittens. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines. Digital waitlisting is available so you can tour the expo while you wait your turn to snuggle.

We’ll also be selling an array of items including cat toys and make-your-own friendship bracelets. All sales benefit the cats and dogs of NWAC!

Please note:

  • Portland Cat Extravaganza & Rescue Awareness Event is a ticketed event hosted by Loving Cats Worldwide. Tickets are sold here.

  • Our hours are noon to 3 PM Saturday and Sunday.

  • Kitten-snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on turnout, we may need to close the waitlist partway through the event. Please arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you!

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Kittens + Beer: St. Catrick's Day
Mar
17

Kittens + Beer: St. Catrick's Day

Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon at Loyal Legion Portland benefitting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue, including:

  • Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. $5 minimum donation for five minutes of snuggling per person; cash and credit cards are accepted.

  • Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Ten percent of the entire day’s beer sales go to NWAC, so drink up!

  • Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.

Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can order beers and hang out until it’s snuggle time.

Please note kitten-snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. We expect this event to be a busy one. Depending on turnout, we may need to close the waitlist partway through the event. Please arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you!

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Kittens + Beer: Booverton
Oct
29

Kittens + Beer: Booverton

Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon at Loyal Legion Beaverton benefitting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue, including:

  • Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. $5 minimum donation for five minutes of snuggling per person; cash and credit cards are accepted.

  • Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Ten percent of the entire day’s beer sales go to NWAC, so drink up!

  • Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.

  • Costumes! It’s officially Booverton in Beaverton, so come in your best Halloween get-ups.

Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can order beers and hang out until it’s snuggle time.

Please note kitten-snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on turnout, we may need to close the waitlist partway through the event. Please arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you!

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Kitten Snuggle
Oct
14
to Oct 15

Kitten Snuggle

See NWAC’s kittens at the annual Portland Retro Gaming Expo! Find us inside the Video Game History Foundation’s booth Saturday through Sunday, 11 am to 3 pm.

For a $5 minimum donation, you get five minutes of snuggling time inside our “kitten tents” filled with adoptable rescued kittens. Foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines; adoption applications will be available, too.

Please note kitten-snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on turnout, we may need to close the waitlist partway through the event. Please arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you!

You can purchase tickets to attend PRGE here.

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Kitten Snuggle
Oct
8

Kitten Snuggle

Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 minimum donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.

Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can shop while you wait.

Please note kitten-snuggling reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Depending on turnout, we may need to close the waitlist partway through the event. Please arrive as close to the event start time as possible to ensure you and your party can be accommodated. Thank you!

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Kitten Yoga
Sep
30

Kitten Yoga

NWAC is partnering with Meraki Fitness in Hillsboro for a Kitten Yoga class! At this special event, attendees will be guided by a Meraki yoga instructor through a stress-relieving, 45-minute yoga class — suitable for beginners as well as experienced yogis — as an array of adoptable kittens rescued by NWAC romp around the studio. Thanks to the generosity of Meraki, 100 percent of Kitten Yoga proceeds will be donated to our 501(c)(3) nonprofit cat and dog rescue!

After the yoga session concludes, students will be treated to a 15-minute “kitten social” where they can continue to play, snuggle, and snap photos with the adoptable kittens. NWAC volunteers will be available to answer any questions about the felines. If you fall in love, don’t worry — you can fill out an adoption application online before you go!

Class passes are available to guests aged 14 and up (children 14–17 must be accompanied by a parent) and are $20 per person. To enroll:

  1. Go to Meraki Hillsboro’s MindBody page here.

  2. Scroll down to the section Pricing and Packages.

  3. Here, in the Group Fitness category, press the orange dropdown arrow next to View.

  4. The first option is Kitten Yoga. Tap the Purchase button. Create an account or sign into MindBody to do so.

  5. Purchase your ticket. Meraki staff will enroll you in the class from their end.

You can also call 503.451.0958 to purchase your spot.

The class cap has been increased to 30 people due to popular demand. Secure your spot now!

PLEASE NOTE: Class begins promptly at 11 am; please arrive no later than 10:45 am to fill out waivers required to attend.

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Kittens + Beer: Oktoberfest
Sep
17

Kittens + Beer: Oktoberfest

Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon at Loyal Legion SE Portland benefitting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue, including:

  • Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. $5 minimum donation; cash and credit cards are accepted.

  • Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Order an Oktoberfest beer and $1 of your purchase will be donated to NWAC.

  • Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.

Kittens are available for snuggles from 4–7 PM; beers can be purchased anytime during Loyal Legion’s business hours from 11 am–12 am. Event will take place rain or shine.

Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can order beers and hang out until it’s snuggle time. Please arrive no later than 6:30 to add your name to the waitlist for snuggling.

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Kitten Snuggle
Sep
10

Kitten Snuggle

Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.

Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can shop while you wait. Please arrive no later than 3:30 to add your name to the waitlist for snuggling.

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Kitten Snuggle
Aug
20

Kitten Snuggle

Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines. Bonus: Our face-paint artist will be on site to paint her one-of-a-kind creations!

Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can shop while you wait. Please arrive no later than 3:30 to add your name to the waitlist for snuggling.

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Kitten Snuggle
Aug
5

Kitten Snuggle

Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay Tanasbourne! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.

Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can shop while you wait. Please arrive no later than 3:30 to add your name to the waitlist for snuggling.

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Mud Bay Garden Home Grand Opening Giveback Event
Aug
5
to Aug 6

Mud Bay Garden Home Grand Opening Giveback Event

Mud Bay is opening its newest location, this one in Garden Home — and donating 10 percent of its opening weekend proceeds to Northwest Animal Companions! Visit the new store to shop the best in healthy pet food, litter, toys, and much more.

There will be giveaways for the first 100 guests in attendance, complimentary treat samples, opportunities to meet the Garden Home Muddies, and raffles to enter all weekend long! 

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Kitten Snuggle
Jul
29

Kitten Snuggle

Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.

Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can shop while you wait. Please arrive no later than 3:30 to add your name to the waitlist for snuggling.

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Kittens + Beer
Jul
16

Kittens + Beer

Our signature event is back, now at Loyal Legion Portland! Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon benefitting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue, including:

  • Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. $5 minimum donation; cash and credit cards are accepted.

  • Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Ten percent of the entire day’s beer sales go to NWAC, so drink up!

  • Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.

Kittens are available for snuggles from 1–4 PM; beers can be purchased anytime during Loyal Legion’s Sunday business hours from 11 am–12 am. Event will take place rain or shine.

Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can order beers and hang out until it’s snuggle time. Please arrive no later than 3:30 to add your name to the waitlist for snuggling.

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Langer's Make a Difference Monday Bowling Night
Jun
26

Langer's Make a Difference Monday Bowling Night

Bowl for the animals at Langer’s Entertainment Center in Sherwood! For one day only, 100 percent of proceeds from bowling and shoe rentals benefit the cats and dogs of Northwest Animal Companions. Visit the NWAC table to say hello to our volunteers and learn more about what it’s like to foster with and adopt from us.

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Kitten Snuggle
Jun
24

Kitten Snuggle

Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.

Now featuring digital waitlisting! That’s right, no more lines — we’ll text you when it’s your turn to snuggle so you can shop while you wait. Please arrive no later than 3:30 to add your name to the waitlist for snuggling.

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Pride Kitten Snuggle
Jun
11

Pride Kitten Snuggle

NWAC is back at Loyal Legion Beaverton for more kitten-snuggling, beer-drinking fun – this time in celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community!

Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon including:

  • Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. Join us in the kitten tent for a $5 donation, which benefits the rescue animals of NWAC; cash and credit cards are accepted.

  • Just announced: Face painting! Commission a one-of-a-kind creation from our face-painting pro — perhaps a feline-inspired look, some Pride-inspired rainbows, or a little bit of both?

  • Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite Beaverton beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Ten percent of the entire day’s beer sales go to Pride Beaverton, so drink up!

  • Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.

Kittens are available for snuggles from 1–4 PM; beers can be purchased anytime during Loyal Legion’s Sunday business hours from 11 am–12 am. Event will take place rain or shine.

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Kittens + Beer
May
25

Kittens + Beer

Our signature event is back at Loyal Legion Beaverton! Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon benefitting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue, including:

  • Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. Join us in the kitten tent for a $5 minimum donation; cash and credit cards are accepted.

  • Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite Beaverton beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Ten percent of the entire day’s beer sales go to NWAC, so drink up!

  • Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.

Kittens are available for snuggles from 1–4 PM; beers can be purchased anytime during Loyal Legion’s Sunday business hours from 11 am–12 am. Event will take place rain or shine.

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Kitten Snuggle
May
21

Kitten Snuggle

Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.

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Kitten Snuggle
May
7

Kitten Snuggle

Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.

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Taste for Tails Benefit Dinner
Apr
29

Taste for Tails Benefit Dinner

  • Beaverton; event location to be shared to guests only (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for a one-night-only dining experience from Chef Trever A. Gilbert benefitting the cats and dogs of NWAC. Enjoy an eight-course tasting menu from Chef Trever (formerly of Departure restaurant at the Nines Hotel) plus a silent auction. $100 from each ticket is a tax-deductible donation to the rescue.

Learn more and buy tickets here!

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Kitten Snuggle at Mud Bay
Apr
15

Kitten Snuggle at Mud Bay

Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.

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Virtual Kitten Shower
Apr
10
to Aug 1

Virtual Kitten Shower

We’re expecting a girl. And a boy. Actually, lots of girls and boys! It’s kitten season, and we need your help to care for the hundreds of kittens we’ll accept into rescue this year. Please consider making a purchase from our Amazon registry to send to the kittens of NWAC. After the shower concludes, all gift givers will receive a special shout-out via our Instagram.

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Kitten Snuggle at Mud Bay
Mar
12

Kitten Snuggle at Mud Bay

Cuddle your kitty-loving heart out at Mud Bay Beaverton Town Square! NWAC volunteers will be at our favorite pet supply store with an array of adoptable kittens available for on-demand snuggling. For a $5 donation benefitting the animals of NWAC, you get five minutes of pure kitten love. Applications for adoptable kittens will be available and foster volunteers will be on hand to answer all your questions about these lovable felines.

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Paws + Pints: A Festive Fundraiser for Northwest Animal Companions
Dec
18

Paws + Pints: A Festive Fundraiser for Northwest Animal Companions

You loved our Kittens + Beer events at Loyal Legion Beaverton; now, don’t miss our pet-filled holiday extravaganza at our favorite Beaverton watering hole!

Join us and enjoy:

  • Kitten cuddles: Get up close and personal with several of our adorable, adoptable kittens!

  • Portraits with Santa and Mrs. Claus: Grab your kids, partner, pups, or all of the above for a professional photo session with Mr. and Mrs. Claus.

  • Raffles and crafts: Enter to win some pet-friendly prizes or shop for holiday decor items created by NWAC volunteers. All proceeds benefit the pets of NWAC.

  • Loyal Legion’s Ugly Sweater Contest: Come dressed in your cheesiest Christmas knits; you might just win a prize!

  • Delicious drinks and eats: Enjoy beers on tap, craft cocktails and a full food menu; 10 percent of beer sales go directly to the pets of NWAC.

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Kittens + Beer: A Northwest Animal Companions Benefit
Oct
30

Kittens + Beer: A Northwest Animal Companions Benefit

NWAC is back at Loyal Legion Beaverton for more kitten-snuggling, beer-drinking fun!

Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon benefitting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue, including:

  • Kitten snuggles! Adorable, adoptable kittens will be onsite for snuggles, selfies, and playtime! You can even fill out an adoption application if you meet the perfect furry friend. Join us in the kitten tent for a $5 minimum donation; cash and credit cards are accepted.

  • Tasty food and drinks! Our favorite Beaverton beer hall has beers, cocktails, and food available for purchase. Ten percent of the entire day’s beer sales go to NWAC, so drink up!

  • Great company! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn what it’s like to foster with us.

  • Fabulous costumes! Costumes are encouraged at this Halloween weekend event — feel free to bring the whole family.

Kittens are available for snuggles from 1–4 PM; beers can be purchased anytime during Loyal Legion’s Sunday business hours from 11 am–12 am. Event will take place rain or shine.

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Kittens + Beer: A Northwest Animal Companions Benefit
Sep
16
to Sep 17

Kittens + Beer: A Northwest Animal Companions Benefit

Cuddle with cute adoptable kittens and enjoy delicious craft beers with us on the patio at Loyal Legion Beaverton!

Northwest Animal Companions volunteers will be on-site with a gaggle of rescued kittens for patrons to snap photos with and snuggle; you can even fill out an adoption application for a furry friend. And don’t forget drinks — Loyal Legion is generously donating a portion of the entire day’s beer sales to the cats and dogs of our Beaverton-based rescue. Cheers!

Kittens are available for snuggles from 5–8 pm; beers can be purchased anytime during Loyal Legion’s business hours from Friday at 11 am through Saturday at 2 am.

To donate to our fundraiser, please go here.

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