Home for Life's Endless Summer Pool Party!

The Best l Party of the year is back! Home for Life®'s Endless Summer Pool Party is set for Sunday September 11th!  For dogs and those who love them-Home for Life® presents an  afternoon to celebrate the end of summer with your best friend....

Home for Life's Endless Summer Pool Party will welcome you and your dog(s) for fun in the sun at the beautiful Town & Country Club for an afternoon of swimming in their Olympic size pool overlooking the Mississippi River and the Minneapolis skyline.

 The event will open at 11: 30 am with the DJ spinning the tunes, an amazing Caribbean inspired buffet, cupcakes, sno cones and cotton candy on a stick for dessert, tropical drinks, frosty beer, thrilling dog races featuring our wheelie dogs and loads of swimming and sun. As a token of our esteem, all attendees will receive a gift bag, including a T shirt with custom design by British watercolor artist Iain Welch.

FAQs

Where will this event be held and what time does it start and end?

Home for Life's  Endless Summer Pool Party will be held at the Town and Country Club, St. Paul, MN overlooking the Mississippi River, right off Marshall Avenue and easily accessible from Interstate 94. The event starts at 11:30 am and ends at approximately 4 pm.  

Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?

All dogs must be accompanied by handler over the age of 18.

As we will be serving alcohol with the lunch please be prepared to present your ID if you would like to have a beer or a tropical cocktail  

All attendees must sign a waiver form before entering the pool area.

What does my RSVP price include?

The ticket price of $60   admits one handler over the age of 18, and one dog, from 11:30 am until 4 pm and includes: swimming for you and your pet, gift bag for your dog, and luncheon and buffet for people, and also for people, EITHER one Tropical drink ticket or two  tickets for frosty, cold beer: 

Children 16 and under are welcome at this event: ticket price for this event is $20.00 per kid and includes luncheon buffet, all the swimming they can handle and gift bag. Kids must be accompanied by at least 1 adult handler!

 The ticket price of $30 admits one guest attending WITHOUT a dog 11: 30 am until 4 pm and includes swimming and luncheon buffet and EITHER one Tropical drink ticket or two tickets for frosty, cold beer and lunch, and a gift bag!  

The ticket price of $250 admits a family of up to six people and two dogs including at least two adult handlers over the age of 18 and includes swimming, luncheon buffet and EITHER one tropical drink or two frosty cold beers for each adult and gift bags for all attendees

TICKETS WILL NOT BE SENT. Eventbrite will confirm your registration by email. Home for Life® will have your name and number attending on our guest list at registration at event check in. All attendees must sign a waiver form before being admitted to the event.     

Does my dog have to be a certain size or breed to attend?

ALL well-behaved dogs are welcome to attend the pool party. The Town & Country Club's pool has two 3" shallow ends for dogs who are not used to swimming in deep water, and also has a separate zero depth entry wading pool for dogs who are unsure of the larger pool.

Can I attend the Pool Party event if I don't bring a dog?

YES! We welcome those who love dogs and who want to join us for the event and luncheon. A lower ticket price applies.

Will there be vegetarian selections on the lunch and barbecue buffet?

Yes we will offer vegetarian and vegan options

Will there be nonalcoholic beverages served?

Yes we will have pop, lemonade, infused waters, iced tea and coffee which are included as part of the ticket price. There will also be a cash bar. Water dishes and treats in the gift bag will be available for all dogs. 

What time is the buffet and barbecue lunch?

 The lunch buffet and barbecue  is expected to begin at approximately 12: 30 pm

Can kids attend this event?

YES! dogs and children must be accompanied by at least one adult handler! 

Can people swim in the pool with the dogs?

YES!  if you don't mind swimming with dogs :)

What about COVID-19? The event is outdoors, and the State of Minnesota has lifted restrictions as to the number of people attending outdoor events, and no longer requires the use of masks. Home for Life and the Town and Country Club will do our utmost to present an event that is safe for all attendees and encourages any guests who have not been fully vaccinated to consider wearing a mask when not in the pool. Home for Life will provide hand sanitation stations for your health and safety.

Should I bring anything with me to the event?

Your dog! and a swimsuit!  Please have your dog on a leash (no flexi leads) when NOT in the pool

Please also plan to bring towels for you and your dog.  The Town and Country Club will not be providing towels for this event. Please bring your own towels for you and your dog for this event!

Please be prepared to show proof of current vaccinations for your dog, especially rabies, if required.

if your dog needs a life jacket, please bring that with you as Home for Life will not have life jackets for your dog at the event. There will be lifeguards on duty.  

What if my dog hears the call of nature?

No bathroom breaks in the pool if possible. Home for Life's volunteers will be on hand with pooper scoopers and poop pick up bags will also be available.

Is the Pool area and lawn all fenced in?  Yes, the entire event area- pool and lawn area- is fenced in for your dog's safety.

What about parking?  There is ample parking right next to the pool in the Town & Country's lot to the East of the pool area, just North of the Club Building on Marshall Avenue, and West of the golf course.   

What can/can't I bring to the event?

Please no Flexi Leads. Please leave your aggressive dog home. Home for Life® will have a security team on duty to ensure the safety of all guests, 2 legged and 4.

Well behaved dogs only! Dogs must be safe around other dogs & children

All dogs must be on leash when not in the pool

 Out of control or aggressive dogs will be asked to leave, along with their handlers. No refunds under these circumstances.

Let's make this a fun and safe event for all!

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Host or Publisher Home For Life Animal Sanctuary