May
16
12:00 PM12:00

Senior Prom

  • Patricia H. Ladew Foundation, Inc. (map)
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Once upon a time, there were cats who thought their dancing days were behind them…
But here at Ladew, we know better.

Our senior sweethearts are ready to shine—twirling (or napping!) their way into your heart at our annual Senior Prom, where every whisker tells a story and every step is a second chance.

On Saturday, May 16th from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., the shelter will transform into a celebration of love, laughter, and lifelong companionship. Meet our distinguished senior ladies and dapper gentlemen—but don’t worry, cats of all ages will be available for adoption, each hoping to find their perfect match. Enjoy guided tours of the shelter, get to know our residents, and see firsthand the love and care that goes into every second chance.

Because at this prom, it’s not about the last dance…
It’s about the forever one. 💕

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May
17
10:00 AM10:00

Gold Coast Book Fair

  • Audrey Avenue Oyster Bay, NY, 11771 United States (map)
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The Gold Coast Book Fair is coming to Audrey Avenue in Oyster Bay, and we’re so excited to be part of it!

Gold Coast Book Fair features 150+ authors, thousands of readers, panels, book signings and a festive marketplace with food and a variety of vendors.

Stop by between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. and visit our table for a very special meet-and-greet with local rescuer John DeBacker, who will be signing copies of Whiskers in The Wild—co-written with Dr. Debra Blain who will also be in attendance. Books will be available for purchase, and it’s a purrfect chance to hear about real-life rescue stories straight from the source.

Important note: The exact time John and Debra will be at our table will be announced that day—so be sure to follow our Facebook page for updates! (As you can imagine, John’s schedule depends on whether a cat somewhere needs saving 🐱💨).

Come for the books, stay for the stories—and maybe leave feeling inspired to help a cat in need. 💙

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Jun
7
12:00 PM12:00

Senior Prom

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This adoption event, held at our beautiful, home-like sanctuary at 34 Hamilton Avenue in Oyster Bay, features a festive atmosphere, and highlights our Seniors for Seniors program (where we cover the reasonable future medical expenses at participating veterinarians for a senior cat 8 years old or older adopted by an approved senior citizen). Cats of all ages will be up for adoption.

The health and mental benefits of having animals as companions are well known.  The Patricia H. Ladew Foundation's Seniors for Seniors program alleviates some of the worries that older folks may have when adopting an older animal -- affording the medical care and what happens to the cat if something happens to them?

Not looking to adopt? All are welcome to attend our Senior Prom for a tour (and snuggles from kitties!)

In addition to tours, visitors may wish to sponsor a cat to help us continue to provide housing and medical care for cats in our care. Sponsors will receive a hand-painted ornament with your sponsoree's name (or your own cat's name if preferred).

This isn’t just a real prom — it’s a celebration of love, compassion, and the joy that senior cats bring. Let the whiskers twirl, the tails sway, and the hearts melt at our Senior Prom! 

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Apr
19
12:00 PM12:00

Paws for Hearts Walk-A-Thon

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Join us for our Paws for Hearts Walk-A-Thon to help cats with heart disease! Every step helps provide medical care, diagnostics and support for Ladew cats battling heart disease. Your participation will make a life-saving difference!

It’s no secret that walking is just plain GOOD for us. So why not enjoy the warmer temps of spring and help some cats in the process? You can walk as an individual or as a team. More details below!

***There are two ways to purrticipate:

-In Purrson: Saturday, April 19th from 12 p.m. -3 p.m. here at Ladew (34 Hamilton Avenue in Oyster Bay). Participants will meet up at our sanctuary at noon, go for a walk on our lovely waterfront as a group, and end up back at Ladew for light refreshments. Note: In purrson participants will also receive a limited edition 50th Anniversary tote bag! They will also be able to tour the sanctuary after the walk as well as take selfies with our giant cat.

-Virtually: You can walk wherever you are! Head out and get your steps in on Saturday, April 19th and feel free to send us video! Just let your sponsors know you are walking to raise money for the Ladew Cat Sanctuary and our Have-A-Heart program for cats with heart disease. You can also put together a team and really have some fun while getting some exercise and helping a great cause!

Register today (it’s only $25.00) and you can use this link for friends and family to sponsor your walk as well!

All proceeds benefit our Have-A-Heart program which covers diagnostics costs and medicine for Ladew Cats with heart conditions.

Once you have submitted the form, complete your registration by clicking the link below to submit your $25.00 donation and you can use the same link to send to those who want to sponsor you to donate even more!!

Can’t participate? You can donate or sponsor using the link below and thank MEW very much!!

Walkathon Registration Fee/Sponsor Donations
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