Events

See our events calendar here.

Current Scheduled Events:

Pancakes & Puppies!
Saturday August 16th, 2025 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Down The Street Nutrition
Map: 1432 85th Ave N Brooklyn Park MN 55444
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Join us for Pancakes & Puppies! We're flipping pancakes for a cause! Come out to Down the Street Nutrition on Saturday, August 16th from 9am to Noon to support Midwest Animal Rescue & Services (MARS)! 30% of all sales go directly to MARS! Bring your appetite and your big hearts! Let’s raise some dough (literally and figuratively) to help rescue pets find loving homes.

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Great Summer Tailgate @ Texas Roadhouse
Tuesday August 19th, 2025 5:00 PM until 07:30 PM
Location: Texas Roadhouse - Coon Rapids (763) 862-3389
Map: 2780 Main St NW Coon Rapids MN 55448

Join us for a free Great Summer Tailgate event! The fun will be in the parking lot of Texas Roadhouse and Lowe's on and will include: • Bounce Houses • Free hot dogs and lemonade • Face painting • Balloon Palooza • Fire, Police, and Ambulance vehicles • Local Vendors (with free giveaways) • Local Crafters • Kid's Games • Dessert Food Trucks

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Let’s Talk Rescue & Buy Candles!
Saturday August 23rd, 2025 12:00 PM until 05:00 PM
Location: The Glass Poppy
Map: 10931 Baltimore St NE Blaine MN 55449

Come spend your Saturday surrounded by good vibes, great scents, and even greater causes! Join MARS, The Glass Poppy, and Nordeast Candle Co. for a cozy afternoon dedicated to helping rescue pets.
Here’s why you’ll love it: 10% of all candle sales go directly to our Mission to help pets in need Browse beautiful candles & handcrafted goods
~ Meet friendly faces from the rescue community and learn how you can get involved
~ Perfect opportunity to grab gifts (or treat yourself!) while supporting a life-saving cause
~ Whether you stop by to shop, chat, or just enjoy the atmosphere, every candle purchased helps bring a rescue pet closer to their forever home.
Mark your calendar, bring a friend, and let’s make this a day to remember!

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Dinner & Pints for Pets Stanley's 15th Celebration
Wednesday August 27th, 2025 5:00 PM until 09:00 PM
Location: Stanley's Northeast Bar room (612) 788-2529
Map: 2500 University Ave NE Minneapolis MN 55418

Join us for Stanley’s 15th Anniversary – and support rescue pets while you dine! ~ Looking for midweek dinner plans? Celebrate 15 years of Stanley’s NE Bar Room with great food, cold drinks, and a great cause!

~ On Wednesday, 8/27 from 5–9pm, Stanley’s will be donating 10% of all sales to our Mission.

~ MARS is on a mission to give hope and homes to animals who were once lost, left behind, or forgotten.

~ Every bite and pint you enjoy helps them continue rescuing pets and supporting the people who love them.

Grab your friends (and your pup), hit the patio, and toast to 15 years of community, compassion, and wagging tails!