NC State Vet School Open House
Mar
28

NC State Vet School Open House

Join us at the NC State College of Veterinary Medicine for their 2026 Open House. NRGRR will have a tent in the Animal Groups area on the Hearth. That’s right next to the exciting Dog Demonstration area!

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HOWLoween at Zin Wine & Yoga Bar
Oct
25

HOWLoween at Zin Wine & Yoga Bar

Come out this Saturday to Zin Yoga & Wine in Garner for a fun-filled HOWLoween event! Meet our amazing volunteers and learn how you can adopt, volunteer, or support our rescue. Bring your pup in costume and join the festivities at Zin Yoga Fest — it’s sure to be a spooktacular good time!

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Kendra Scott Shopping Party
Oct
18

Kendra Scott Shopping Party

  • Kendra Scott - Streets at Southpoint (Outdoor Shops Area - Next to The Cheesecake Factory) (map)
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✨ Shop for a Cause with Kendra Scott & NRGRR ✨

Join us in-store at Southpoint (Durham) from 11 AM –1 PM or shop online all day. 20% of your purchase benefits NRGRR to support our mission of rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming dogs in need. 💛

📍 Where: Kendra Scott at the Streets at Southpoint from 11 am to 1 pm or ONLINE at kendrascott.com all day! Don't forget to use our code (in person or online): GIVEBACK-KFDRZ

Enjoy:
✨ Beautiful Kendra Scott collections
✨Making a difference for Golden Retrievers in need

Bring your friends, treat yourself, and shop with purpose. Every purchase helps us change a dog’s life!

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Together We are Golden Celebration
Oct
12

Together We are Golden Celebration

Celebrate the joy of Goldens with us!

Join us for a celebration filled with your favorite traditions, plus new experiences designed to surprise and delight. Your ticket purchase helps fund rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption of golden retrievers and “golden-hearted” dogs.

  • Gourmet Bites: Chef-curated small plates that range from elevated comfort food to imaginative new favorites from Cannon Catering. Enjoy two complimentary bar drink tickets - good for your choice of Tito’s Handmade Vodka, beer, or wine - followed by a cash bar available throughout the evening.

  • Silent Auction: Bid on premium pup-spoiling bundles, versatile gift cards, standout goodies for people, and special experiences ready for your bid. We will also have a special Mystery Raffle! 100% of the proceeds from the Silent Auction and Mystery Raffle go to NRGRR!

  • Golden Greeters: Our shining alumni pups will be there to soak up every pet, hug, and selfie. A heartwarming reminder of our mission’s success!

  • Live Music and Interactive Art: Savor live music while participating in a collaborative art experience led by an instructor — no artistic experience needed.

    Come for the cause, stay for the community, and leave with your heart full. Buy your tickets at https://www.goldenrescuenc.org/together-we-are-golden

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Mid Town Farmers' Market
Oct
11

Mid Town Farmers' Market

Come out and support local vendors at the Midtown Farmers Market. Stop by the NRGRR tent on the lawn and meet our volunteers and learn how you can adopt, volunteer, and support our rescue. Well behaved dogs are welcome at the market.

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Gears for Goldens Charity Bike Event
Sep
20

Gears for Goldens Charity Bike Event

Join NRGRR for our 3rd annual charity bike event at The Plant in Pittsboro. We are offering one-third metric, half metric, and full metric rides. Sponsorships and volunteers are key to make our event successful. Please click the link below for more information about the ride and to learn how you can help.

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EarthWise Pet Grand Opening
Jul
20

EarthWise Pet Grand Opening

Join us for EarthWise Pet’s Grand Opening Celebration in Fuquay-Varina!

As part of the festivities, they’re hosting a Pup Poker Walk — a fun, community stroll where you and your pup can collect playing cards at local stops. The best poker "paw" at the end wins a special prize!

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24th Annual Golden on the Green Charity Golf Tournament
Jun
2

24th Annual Golden on the Green Charity Golf Tournament

Join us at River Ridge Golf Club for a fun day of golf and the opportunity to help NRGRR further our mission to rescue, rehab, and adopt golden retrievers and golden-hearted dogs in need! Click the link below learn more about the tournament as well as sponsorship and volunteer opportunities. We hope to see YOU at Golden on the Green!

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Coffee & Canines
Apr
26

Coffee & Canines

Join us for Coffee & Canines, where you can sip your favorite coffee, shop from local vendors. Meet our volunteers and learn how you can adopt, volunteer, or support our rescue. Well-behaved dogs are welcome to join the fun!

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NC Courage - Pups At The Pitch
Apr
19

NC Courage - Pups At The Pitch

Pups at the Pitch is a fan-favorite event at Courage games where supporters and fans are invited to bring their furry friend to enjoy a night of Scooby activities!

Enjoy designated dog-friendly seating, good-doggie treats, and professional photo ops! Pups at the Pitch is fun for fans and four-legged friends alike.

Click here to access discounted pricing, with a portion of your ticket purchase benefiting NRGRR.

Ticket Price: Adults - $25, Dogs - $5

Parking: FREE, opens at 4:30pm (get there EARLY for best parking)

Gates and Fan Fest: 5:30pm

Kickoff: 7:00pm

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