Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue (DVGRR) will hold its monthly open house event from 10 a.m. to noon at its Golden Gateway facility, 60 Vera Cruz Road, Reinholds, on Saturday, May 13. The public is invited to meet the golden retrievers and other dogs that are available for adoption.

Admission is free. Staff members will be on hand to answer questions, and food will be available for purchase. Photos are not permitted. Visitors should not bring dogs to the event. For details, contact info@dvgrr.org or 717-484-4799 or visit http://www.dvgrr.org.

Additionally, DVGRR will hold an outdoor concert on Saturday, May 20, from 4 to 9 p.m. at its facility. The rain date is Sunday, May 21. The band will feature DVGRR's own Heather Hatt, who plays with local band 4Play. For one night only, the band will take on the name FURR PLAY.

In addition to Hatt on keyboard, the band includes Randy Gartner on bass guitar, Mike Schwartz on lead guitar, and Rob Schwartz on drums and lead vocals. The band plays '60s, '70s, and '80s classic rock.

One dog per handler will be welcome, but people are asked to consider the sound sensitivity of their dogs before bringing them. Dogs must remain on a leash of 6 foot maximum length, and no flexi leashes will be allowed. Attendees may bring yard chairs or blankets.

Attendees may register for the concert only or for the concert and a meal. Meals will feature a 12-inch Italian, ham, or turkey sub from R&K Subs, along with a drink, a bag snack, and fruit. An ice cream truck will be on-site, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.

Additionally, dog adopters Dan and Sandy Clouser along with their golden retriever Youkilis will be on hand to discuss their published children's book "Four Paws and Six Wheels Across America: The Adventures of Youkilis, the Golden Retriever." Youkilis was adopted as a puppy from DVGRR and is now traveling across the country.

Individuals are encouraged to register by Friday, May 12, at http://www.dvgrr.org/2023furrplayconcert or by calling 717-484-4799. A higher admission fee will be charged on the day of the event, and no meal will be included. Proceeds will benefit dogs in the rescue's care.