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How could you turn down these pups?

By Times Staff Writer
Published September 29, 2007

COUNTYWIDE

Nero and his sister, Niki, shepherd and dachshund mixed siblings, are among the more than 40 puppies and dogs for adoption at the SPCA Tampa Bay in Largo. This weekend, the organization will offer half-price adoption fees on canines after more than 20 puppies arrived Friday from an overwhelmed shelter in Alabama. More than 125 cats and kittens are also in need of loving homes. Cats 6 months and up are just $15 to adopt. Visit the SPCA Tampa Bay, 9099 130th Avenue North in Largo, or call (727) 586-3591.

SAFETY HARBOR

Walk-a-thon to support sickle cell

Sickle Cell Upper Pinellas Pasco will hold its annual walk-a-thon at 9 a.m. today at Philippe Park in Safety Harbor. Registration begins at 8 a.m. Contributions from the walk-a-thon will support counseling, screenings and research. Checks may be payable to SCDF Upper Pinellas Pasco Counties Inc. Call (727) 934-5881 or (727) 789-1202.

CLEARWATER

Library dedicates 1920s collection

The Clearwater main library will hold a formal dedication for the special collections area on the fourth floor at6 p.m. Monday, 100 N Osceola Ave. The area celebrates Clearwater in the 1920s. Visitors can learn more about Clearwater history by viewing Clearwater Sun archives, photos and memorabilia. Light refreshments will be served. Call (727) 562-4970, ext. 5284.

LARGO, PALM HARBOR

Blood drives good for your health, too

Florida Blood Services will hold blood drives from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday at two Shapes Total Fitness locations, 7570 Starkey Road in Largo and 32872 U.S. 19 in Palm Harbor. All donors will receive a coupon for a free 30-day Shapes membership. Call 1-800-682-5663.

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