Barktoberfest

This fun, light-hearted, pet-friendly event is an annual fundraiser for Hand In Paw, a nonprofit that provides animal-assisted therapy. Admission is $20. Ticket includes one beer, novelty cup and raffle ticket, as well as access or entry to a doggie caricature artist, kissing booth and the pet costume, stein hoist and hot-dog eating contests. Food vendors will be on site. For tickets and more information, call 322-5144 or visit handinpaw.org.