Join the Spokane Humane Society as they celebrate their 115th birthday this Saturday at 6607 North Havana Street from 11 am - 2 pm.  They are inviting all of their four-legged "alumni" and their forever families back to the shelter for the celebration. 

The Spokane Humane Society has a lot of great activities planned for the party.  Animals and their owners from each year can gather for special photos. Everyone is welcome to bring pets they have adopted from the Spokane Humane Society so they can interact with everyone.  You can also bring and share photos of your pets, tour the facility and see the new spay/neuter clinic.  They will even hold a special memorial for all of the pets that have passed away.

Also, local area dog groups will be on hand to display some of their favorite dog activities including frisbee chasing, agility training, obedience training and even a few dance moves. 

For the past 115 years, the Spokane Humane Society has sought to provide a safe clean shelter, food, medical assistance and forever homes for abandoned and homeless animals.  They are hoping you will help them celebrate all of these years of service this Saturday..

KXLY 4, Yoke's Fresh Markets and Second Harvest are teaming up this Friday, July 13, for the "What's For Lunch Food Drive."  The focus of this food drive is to make sure children in need are able to get healthy lunches while school is out this summer.

You can help by donating at any Yoke’s Fresh Market in Spokane, Deer Park and North Idaho from now through Friday.  Pre-made bags are available for purchase at each store and come in a variety of denominations.  Each pre-made bag is filled with a variety of needed food items.

You can also drop off non-perishable food items at all Yoke’s Fresh Market stores in Spokane.  If you would like to donate on-line right now, you can at: www.2-harvest.org/kxly.

This is a special month, recognizing a group of people who sacrifice so much for children. It is Foster Parent Appreciation Month, and, Families for Kids is honoring those who have offered their hearts, home, and time over the past year. They are calling it “A Day In May”.

Did you know foster parents:

• may be asked to take a child or children at any hour of the day or night, with little notice or information?
• may have to drive children many miles for dental or medical health care services?
• may have to participate in many meetings with multiple professionals and birth families while providing a safe, stable home?
• work through problems with the foster children in their home on really tough days when they've considered quitting?

If you know foster parents, be sure to let them know how much they are appreciated!