Meet The Author

Join us for a special Meet the Author event with Lesley O’Brien of The Adventures of Captain Marco on January 10 at 1:00 PM at the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society!

Location:
Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society
6620 Jackson Lane
Gloucester, VA

What’s Happening:

Meet & greet with the author

Book signing

Live reading

Kid-friendly talk on the brain science of sailing cats

Hands-on activity

This fun, interactive event is perfect for children and families who love books, learning, and animals. We hope you’ll join us for an engaging afternoon at GMHS!

Join us for a festive Kids Movie Night at the Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society on Friday, December 19, from 5:30–8:00 PM! Kids are invited to wear their favorite Christmas pajamas and enjoy an evening of pizza, popcorn, holiday treats, a fun holiday craft, and a showing of Beethoven’s Christmas Adventure! The cost is $25 per child, with all proceeds helping our homeless pets. Recommended for ages 6–12. Advance registration is required. Call 804-693-5520 or email volunteer@gmhumanesociety.org to sign up!

GMHS Holiday Open House & Bake Sale

The GMHS team invites you to join us for our annual holiday open house!

On Saturday, December 13, from 1 PM to 3 PM, join us at the shelter to make holiday crafts and meet homeless pets awaiting adoption!

Select a pet from our Angel Tree and donate pet food and supplies to make their holiday wishes come true!

Support the shelter with a purchase from our bake sale–100 percent of sales benefit the homeless pets at GMHS!

Admission is free, and the event is open to the public.

Hot Cocoa, Cookies & A Christmas Tale

Join us at Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society (6620 Jackson Lane, Gloucester, VA) on Wednesday, November 12, at 1:00 p.m. for a special Pet Story Time event!

Enjoy hot cocoa, cookie decorating, and a holiday craft, plus meet Ted Costin, author of “The Cat Who Came Back for Christmas.”

This heartwarming story from Christian Faith Publishing shares a family’s Christmas miracle — when a beloved pet’s spirit returns to spend one last holiday with the people who loved her most.

Fun Fact: The cats featured in this touching book came from GMHS!

The event is free and open to all ages — we can’t wait to celebrate the magic of the season (and pets!) with you.

Oyster Roast

Be Part of a Cherished Tradition —

Our Annual Oyster Roast!

We invite you to join us for an afternoon of coastal charm and community spirit at the GMHS Oyster Roast, benefiting the homeless animals

who rely on our care and compassion.

Where: Little England, 8066 Little England Road in Hayes

When: Saturday, October 25 | 2–5 p.m.

Indulge in oysters, BBQ, and other delightful fare while supporting a life-saving mission that will transform the lives of pets in need!

Your presence makes a difference.

Reserve your tickets today and be part of something truly meaningful.

Call 804-693-5520 ext. 104 or email development@gmhumanesociety.org for ticket information.

Trick or Treat!

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon at our Trick or Treat! Enjoy candy and treats, a scavenger hunt, crafts, games, and more while exploring our shelter.

We kindly suggest bringing a donation of a pet supply item to help support our animals in need.

Adopt a Stuffy!

Join us in the GMHS Lobby for Adopt a Stuffy!

Children are invited to choose a stuffed pet, make a collar for their new friend, give them a name, and receive an official adoption certificate. We’ll provide all the supplies—just bring your creativity and excitement!

This family-friendly event is open to all ages, and no registration is required. Stop by anytime between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM on November 15. Donations are kindly suggested to support the pets of GMHS.

For questions or more details, please email outreach@gmhumanesociety.org.

Free Community Rabies/Microchip Clinic

Gloucester-Mathews Humane Society and Fixin’ to Save Spay & Neuter Clinic will be hosting a rabies and microchip clinic on September 20 from 11AM-2PM at its clinic location in the White Marsh Shopping Center in Hayes. Sponsored by the Mathews Community Foundation, the event will offer free rabies vaccinations and free microchips for clients. It is open to friendly cats and dogs. Registration opens August 20 and spots are limited.

Appointments are required and can be made by visiting https://clinichq.com/online/3fa773d8-558b-46b9-be72-ad8e48fd8daa

Playdough Pets Workshop

Join us Saturday, August 16 between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM in the GMHS Lobby for a hands-on event! We’ll be making our own playdough pets, plus crafting toys to brighten the days of our homeless animals.

✅ No registration needed
🎟️ Free for all ages
🧡 All supplies provided

Want to help even more? We kindly suggest bringing a donation of a pet supply item—like canned food, treats, or toys—to support the animals in our care.

Have questions? Reach out to us at outreach@gmhumanesociety.org.

Let’s get creative for a great cause!

Kids Movie Night

Sign your kid(s) up for our “Dog Gone Trouble” Kids Movie Night! The cost is $25 per child which includes movie, pizza, popcorn, craft, and a visit from shelter pets. 100% of the proceeds benefit the homeless pets of GMHS! Open to children ages 6-12 years old. This is a drop off event. Bring their favorite blanket, pillow, and come wearing comfy pajamas! Spots are limited, so sign up today by calling 804-693-5520, emailing outreach@gmhumanesociety.org, or messaging us!