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Bark & Brew Scheduled For Saturday At Rochester Mills Beer Company
Leader Dogs for the Blind will host its second annual Bark & Brew fundraising event Saturday.

From Leader Dogs: Leader Dogs for the Blind will host its second annual Bark & Brew fundraising event Saturday, June 3 at Rochester Mills Beer Company in Rochester. Attendees will enjoy brews and grub from Rochester Mills, live music and meet-and-greet opportunities with Leader Dogs. The younger crowd will have fun in a kids play area with inflatables, carnival games and face painting. More information and tickets are available at http://www.leaderdog.org/bark-and-brew.
“Community support is vitally important for Leader Dog to fulfill its mission of providing mobility to those who are blind, visually impaired or Deaf-Blind,” said Susan Daniels, president & CEO, Leader Dog. “This event is a great way for people to have fun with friends and family while benefiting a great cause – supporting those who depend on Leader Dog’s services for a lifetime of independent travel.”
Bark & Brew will take place 1:00 p.m. – 10 p.m. at Rochester Mills outdoor space (located at 400 Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307). Live music will feature Parallel Fifth, Single Shot Steve, B Side, and Locklin & Fitchett.
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“Chief Financial is committed to the local community,” said Tom Dluzen, president & CEO, Chief Financial Credit Union. “Our partnership with Leader Dogs for the Blind continues to grow and we are honored to once again be the presenting sponsor of Bark & Brew.”
Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 at the door (admission is free for those under 21), and are non-refundable/exchangeable. All funds raised will benefit Leader Dogs for the Blind which provides its services to clients free of charge.
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Tickets and kids all-day-play wristbands ($5) are available online (http://www.leaderdog.org/bark-and-brew). Beer and food is not included in ticket price. Please note, personal dogs are not allowed at the event. The event will take place rain or shine.
Bark & Brew sponsors include Chief Financial Credit Union, Sellers Subaru, Crittenton Hospital Medical Center, Coastal Pet Products, Purina Pro Plan, All American Pet Resorts-Rochester Hills, Three Dog Bakery, Purely Pets, Wag ‘N’ Tails, Arbor Research, Forgive Me Not Photos, Yum Yum Doggy Treats, Premier Pet Supply, WNIC, and WXYZ. Sponsorship opportunities are still available.
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