Heartland Humane Society is celebrating 25 years of connecting great pets and great people with a full week of community events  August 24-28.

Monday, August 24 — Ice House, Yankton: The celebration will include a community gathering and anniversary photo at the Ice House in Yankton at 5:45 pm. HHS is encouraging former adopters, volunteers, donors, community partners and other shelter supporters to join the photo and help kick off the week.

Tuesday, August 25 — Vermillion: HHS will bring kittens to The Bean in downtown Vermillion from 1-3 p.m., followed by the Doggy Plunge at Prentis Park Pool from 5-7 p.m. The Doggy Plunge is a free-will donation, and participating dogs must be current on rabies vaccination and arrive on leash.

Wednesday, August 26 — Yankton: HHS Programming Director Abi Benson will attend preschool Story Time at the Yankton Community Library at 10:30 a.m. Later that day, supporters can raise a glass during a family- and dog-friendly birthday happy hour at Ben’s Brew Station from 4-6 p.m.

Thursday, August 27 — Heartland Humane Society: Community members are invited to an HHS birthday open house from 3:30-4:30 p.m. with staff, cookies and cake by Falynn’s Sweet Treats.

Friday, August 28 — Meridian Bridge: The celebration wraps up with a 6:30 a.m. community dog walk beginning at the splash pad near the Meridian Bridge.

For more information and updates, check out the Heartland Humane Society’s Facebook page and website.