Upcoming Events
Holiday/Tree Party at Hemphill Tree Farm
Bring the kids and hounds and join us Saturday, December 7th at Hemphill Tree Farm, 20324 S Redland Road, Oregon City, OR 97045
Our holiday event is a bit different this year. Do you love to bring the kids (and hounds) and cut your own Christmas tree? Hemphill Tree Farm offers a large selection of Noble, Douglas, and Grand firs grown on their farm; saws are provided for you to cut your own. Shake, Bale & Carry to your car all included. Nice selection of pre-cut natural nobles will be available along wreaths & garland. Warm up with complimentary hot chocolate & coffee around our warming fires. Let the kids enjoy free Santa visits (don't forget to take pictures!) food for purchase at the snack shack. Kids can hop aboard the complimentary train ride and also visit Santa, who will be there till 2:00pm.
GPA Northwest will be there for a Meet & Greet, complete with x-pens for a few adoptable hounds, to introduce visitors to greyhound adoption – so stop by with your family and hounds and say hello! Free parking and no entry fee. See https://www.hemphilltreefarm.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/hemphilltreefarm for more information.
Annual Meeting at the Lucky Lab Brew Pub on Hawthorne
We would love you to join us for our Annual Meeting at the Lucky Lab Brew Pub, 915 SE Hawthorne, Portland OR.
Join us at the Hawthorne Lucky Lab reserved meeting room (there is a paid parking lot as well as street parking – sorry, dogs only allowed in outdoor patio, not meeting rooms).
12:30-1:00 – is a social “half-hour” or so to chat with your fellow hound lovers. You can order food and drinks from their menu and enjoy them during our meeting.
We will have a supply of our 2025 Greyhound Calendars at the event.
What’s on the meeting agenda?
Introductions
A short overview of the year's achievements, challenges, adoptions, and activities.
Gathering feedback on this year’s activities and input on plans for 2025.
A ballot election for the 2025 board of directors. Board members serve one-year terms of office, though they can serve consecutive one-year terms if elected.
Interested in being considered for the board next year? Email jvchandler@frontier.com for more information or to express you interest.
Halloween Romp & Play Date
Join us for our Halloween Romp Play Date at Carol & Bob Vinnacombe’s Place, 12790 SE Bluff Road, Sandy, OR 97055.
Beware- it's a ghostly affair for greyhounds, if you dare!
Join us for a day of playing in an enclosed grassy area with furry friends! There will be a costume contest*, bobbing for hotdogs, and fun for everyone.
Entry Fee: $15 per greyhound
Bring a muzzle to keep all dogs safe while romping in the enclosed field.
Water is provided
*Please do not have your dog dressed in costume if they will be romping in the enclosed field; it isn’t safe for them to wear their costumes in the play area as they run around. But bring it with you - there will be time to dress them up before the contest. The contest starts at 1:15pm. Prizes for:
Single Dog Costume
Multiple Dogs Costumes
Dog(s) & Child Costumes
Dog(s) & Human Costumes
Dog(s)-Family Unit Costumes
Merchandise will also be available for purchase, including our 2025 Greyhound Calendar.
Winner of our Halloween Romp Raffle will be drawn at 1:30, though you don’t have to be there to win.
View Playdate information and rules here.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area.
Entry Fee is $10 per dog. Water is provided.
Merchandise may be available for purchase. View Playdate information and rules here.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
12790 SE Bluff Road, Sandy, OR 97055
Animal Crackers 30th Anniversary Party
Bring your hounds and enjoy the fun - an all-day party! Animal Crackers is an independent pet supply business that loves to see greyhounds drop by. Local representatives from Greyhound Pet Adoption Northwest will be on hand from 11:00 - 2:00 to help Animal Crackers Pet Supply celebrate their 30th anniversary on Saturday, September 28, 2024.
Come and meet some wonderful local Greyhound "display models!" Heck, we may even have some adoptable Greyhounds in attendance, as well. We'll answer any and all questions you have about Greyhound adoption. Stop by with your greyhound and enjoy the afternoon.
Location: 949 NW Kings Blvd, Corvallis, OR 97330.
Annual Picnic
Bring your family and greys out to Wilsonville and enjoy socializing with other humans and hounds! Thanks to a generous donation from one of our board members to cover reservation costs, there’s no entry fee this year!
This year’s picnic will include:
NO ENTRY FEE!
Raffle: enter for the chance to win one of two Greyhound First Aid kits or a Cuddlepillar!
Silent Auction: bid on a variety of greyt items!
Food Truck: El Mas Chingon Mexican food available for purchase (or you can bring your own food if you prefer)
Beverages: Water and soda provided
We would love to have some people bring dessert dishes to share!
Location: Forest Shelter at Wilsonville Memorial Park, Memorial Park Forest Trail, 8100 SW Wilsonville Road, Wilsonville, OR 97070
The Forest Shelter at Memorial Park sits in the SE corner of the park and is a secluded shady shelter near ball field number three. The surrounding area is very wooded with a small sloping grassy area. The disc golf course is in close proximity. There is a dog park close by to the picnic location, with separate small and large dog enclosures, as well as trails for a stroll with your hounds.
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area.. Time may be earlier in excessive heat, so check here for time change.
Entry Fee is $10 per dog. Water is provided.
Merchandise may be available for purchase. View Playdate information and rules here.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
12790 SE Bluff Road, Sandy, OR 97055
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area.. Time may be earlier in excessive heat, so check here for time change. NOTE: THE TIME HAS CHANGED DUE TO HEAT, NOW 10am - NOON
Entry Fee is $10 per dog. Water is provided.
Merchandise may be available for purchase. View Playdate information and rules here.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
12790 SE Bluff Road, Sandy, OR 97055
Dog Days of Summer: Wine, Art and Greyhounds at “A Framer’s Touch” in Forest Grove
What: Greyhound Meet & Greet/Wine Tasting/ Local Pet Portrait Artist
Where/When: A Framer’s Touch, 1920 21st Avenue, Forest Grove, OR 97116
1:00 – 5:00 pm, Saturday, July 27
Details: The owner of “A Framer’s Touch”, herself a previous greyhound adopter, invited GPA Northwest to take part in this fun event which will feature wine tasting from a local winery, as well as a local pet portrait artist. They want to highlight the work we do for the greyhounds, have attendees meet some greys, and raise some donations.
Join us to learn about adopting a retired racing greyhound, meet some adoptable hounds and those already adopted. Talk with experienced greyhound owners, learn about our adoption process and fostering opportunities. We will have 3-4 hounds, including fosters, at the store during the event, and would love to have you come by– with or without your own greyhounds –, taste some wine and meet the pet artist.
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos, and let them run in a beautiful acre of safe fenced area in Sandy, OR.
CORVALLIS JULY 4 PARADE
What: All-American, Fabulous, Fantastic, Anyone-Can-Join Fourth of July Parade
When: Thursday, July 4th
Where: Central Park, Downtown Corvallis
Once again it’s time for the Fourth of July Parade, which starts 10:00 a.m. and originates at the Corvallis Arts Center at Central Park in downtown Corvallis….on Thursday, July 4th
All Greyhounds, sight hounds, Greyhound wannabes and their families are invited to assemble at 9:30 a.m. at the Corvallis Arts Center, located in Central Park in downtown Corvallis (the same location as previous years). If tradition continues, the route will proceed east along Monroe Avenue from Eighth Street to First Street, then south along First Street to Adams Avenue, then west one block to Second Street, where it continues south to the skate park. Those of us with dogs are asked to line up behind those not walking their pets.
Bring water for your pooches, dress ’em up in red, white & blue and be prepared for lots of “ooooohs” and “ahhhhs” as we walk the parade route. Dashes to the sidelines for lots of pets and hugs (for the greys, of course!) are encouraged!
The parade takes about 30 minutes to complete.
Those of you who have taken part in this parade in past years know how much fun this parade can be, as the Greyhounds have been one of the most popular participants! This is a GREYT opportunity to promote Greyhound adoption and share the joy of having a Greyhound as a member of the family.
If you have questions about the parade, feel free to email Barry at greyhoundude@comcast.net. See you there!
HOUND WASH
Does Your Greyhound or Galgo Need a Spa Day? Join us at the Vinnacombe’s residence for a day of fun, just $30 per greyhound that includes: bath and conditioner, ear cleaning, nail clipping and a stylish neck scarf.
Appointments begin at 9:am; please email rtvinnacombe@wavecable.com or call 503-826-9141 to make an appointment.
Hounds can romp and play in a 1-acre fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area..
Plus:
Lunch and beverages (for humans) will be available.
Greyhound merchandise will be available for purchase.
Visit with greyhound friends.
Support GPA Northwest’s adoption program.
LOCATION: 12790 SE Bluff Road, Sandy, OR 97055
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area..
Entry Fee is $10 per dog. Water is provided.
Merchandise may be available for purchase. View Playdate information and rules here.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
12790 SE Bluff Road, Sandy, OR 97055
Greyhound Meet & Greet at Green Dog Pet Supply 4327 NE Freemont, Portland
Join us to learn about adopting a retired racing greyhound, meet some adoptable hounds and those already adopted. Talk with experienced greyhound owners, learn about our adoption process and fostering opportunities.
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Our first playdate of 2024! Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area..
Entry Fee is $10 per dog. Water is provided.
Merchandise may be available for purchase. View Playdate information and rules here.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
12790 SE Bluff Road, Sandy, OR 97055
Holiday Party - Santa Photos
Join us at Kolu Westcott’s photo studio, Pet Portraits NW, 1107 7th Street, Oregon City for photos of your favorite hounds with Santa.
11:00 - 3:00, no appointment needed
$45 for digital photo, printing options available at additional cost
Holiday snacks and a little greyhound socializing
Merchandise available
Kolu was the photographer for our 2024 Greyhound Calendar, and lives with a greyhound.
Annual Meeting and Pizza Get Together
We would love you to join us for our Annual Meeting at the Metzger Park Community Hall, 8400 SW Hemlock Street in SW Portland .
11:30-noon - we provide the pizza and drinks, connect with others during a social "half-hour".
Meeting outline - introductions, short overview of the year's achievements, adoptions and activities, your input on plans for 2024, ballot election of 2024 board of directors.
Interested in being considered for the board next year? Email jvchandler@frontier.com for more information or to express you interest.
Halloween Romp Play Date
Join us for our Halloween Romp Play Date at Carol & Bob Vinnacombe’s Place, 12790 SE Bluff Road, Sandy, OR 97055.
Beware- it's a ghostly affair for greyhounds, if you dare!
Join us for a day of playing in an enclosed grassy area with furry friends! There will be a costume contest*, bobbing for hotdogs, yummy food, and fun for everyone.
Your grey can make a paw print and decorate pumpkins to get into the Halloween spirit.
It is $15 per greyhound to attend this GPA fundraising eveFood and hot drinks will be available.nt.
Bring a muzzle to keep all dogs safe while running around. Water is provided
Please do not have your dog dressed in costume if they will be romping in the enclosed field; it isn’t safe for them to wear their costumes in the play area as they run around. But bring it with you - there will be time to dress them up before the contest. The contest starts at 2pm. Prizes for:
> Single Dog Costume
>Multiple Dogs Costumes
>Dog(s) & Child Costumes
>Dog(s) & Human Costumes
>Dog(s)-Family Unit CostumesMerchandise will also be available for purchase. View Playdate information and rules here.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
October Board of Directors Meeting
Open to all GPA Northwest members/adopters. Please check here before attending for any change in day, time, location.
Location: Susan Harris’ Home: 8185 SW Landau Street, Portland, OR 97223
Block Party at Animal Crackers in Corvallis - NOTE Change in times from earlier posting.
Bring your hounds and enjoy the fun. Animal Crackers is an independent pet supply business that loves to see greyhounds drop by. GPA-Representatives will be there from 4-6 pm. Join them for the store’s 29th anniversary block party that includes:
Sweater Contest
Paw Readings
Photo Booth
Food & Drinks and more
Location: 949 NW King Blvd, Corvallis, OR 97330. The party will be help in front of the store and the green space by Coffee Culture.
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area..
Entry Fee is $10 per dog. Water is provided.
Merchandise may be available for purchase. View Playdate information and rules here.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
12790 SE Bluff Road, Sandy, OR 97055
Annual “Roo-Union” Picnic
Join us for our Annual Picnic with your family, greyhounds, galgos and other sighthounds.
This year's picnic will include a Volunteer Appreciation presentation to thank all our foster families, placement volunteers, drivers, and event volunteers.
Food available from Mexican food truck, soft drinks and water provided. Bring a dessert to share with others.
Entry fee is $10 per person, kids 12 and under are free. Consider bringing a new toy for upcoming foster dogs.
Drawings for prizes.
Check out the merchandise and items in the Silent Auction.
The park has two separate fenced dog park areas, for small and large dogs.
LOCATION: Forest Shelter, Wilsonville Memorial Park, , Memorial Park Forest Trail, 8100 SW Wilsonville Road, Wilsonville, OR 97070.
Foster Training
Experienced fosterer or new to fostering? This event is for both current fosterers as well as those who may be interested in fostering in the future. Meet other foster folks and share fostering tips. We anticipate a good crowd and some lively conversations. The training facilitators will be Rebecca Nance, Teresa Wright, and Carol Vinnacombe. Light snacks/beverages provided.
When: Saturday, September 9th 9:00 – 11:30 am
Where: Metzger Park Hall, 8400 SW Hemlock St, Portland, OR 97223
What: Overview of our updated Foster Manual, common challenges and scenarios, and general questions/answers.
Dogs? There will be one or two greys at the meeting to help with the training, but we ask that you leave your hounds at home.
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area.. Due to the heat, this playdate will be from 9:00 am - 11:00 am.
Entry Fee is $10 per dog. Water is provided.
Merchandise may be available for purchase. View Playdate information and rules here.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
12790 SE Bluff Road, Sandy, OR 97055
Meet & Greet at Headstrong Hound
Join us for a Meet & Greet on Saturday, Aug 26, National Dog Day, hosted by HEADSTRONG HOUND, 6544 SE Foster Road, Portland, OR, 97206
Drop by to meet some retired racing greyhounds and learn about the breed and adoption.
The day includes a raffle, snacks, a gift with store purchase over $25 and demonstrations from local pet food businesses.
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area..
Entry Fee is $10 per dog. Water is provided.
Merchandise may be available for purchase. View Playdate information and rules here.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
12790 SE Bluff Road, Sandy, OR 97055
HOUND WASH (only GPA Northwest-sponsored Event on this date.)
Does Your Greyhound Need a Spa Day? Join us at the Vinnacombe’s residence for a day of fun, just $30 per greyhound that includes: bath and conditioner, ear cleaning, nail clipping and a stylish neck scarf.
Appointments begin at 9:am; please email rtvinnacombe@wavecable.com or call 503-826-9141 to make an appointment.
Hounds can romp and play in a 1-acre fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area..
Plus:
Lunch and beverages (for humans) will be available.
Greyhound merchandise will be available for purchase.
Visit with greyhound friends.
Support GPA Northwest’s adoption program.
LOCATION: 12790 SE Bluff Road, Sandy, OR 97055
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area..
Entry Fee is $10 per dog. Water is provided.
Merchandise may be available for purchase. View Playdate information and rules here.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
12790 SE Bluff Road, Sandy, OR 97055
MAY BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
Our Board of Directors’ meetings are open to all our members, and we encourage you to attend.
8185 SW Landau Street, Portland 97223.
Outdoor Greyhound Play Date
Our first playdate of 2023! Join us for a playdate with your greyhounds and galgos at the Vinnacombe’s Ranch. Let them run in a safe fenced area. All dogs must wear muzzles in the play area..
Entry Fee is $10 per dog. Water is provided.
Merchandise may be available for purchase. View Playdate information and rules here.
Volunteers are always needed to help us make this a safe and fun playdate – email volunteernw@gpa-nw.org if you can help for an hour or more.
12790 SE Bluff Road, Sandy, OR 97055