Ben Madilynn
LAHASKA, PA — WHYY will celebrate its 70th anniversary with a special event, an “All Creatures Pet Fest” with morning edition host and producer Jennifer Lynn, taking place on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 12 to 3:30 p.m.
The family-friendly fall event invites pet lovers and their pets to join the festivities while celebrating the PBS series, “All Creatures Great and Small.” The event takes place at Peddler’s Village at Rt. 202 and 265 in Lahaska 18931.
Festivities will include ask-a-vet, pet costume contest, adoptions, giveaways, pet-themed vendors and other surprises. Tickets are $10 for adults and kids under 12 are no charge with purchase of an adult tickets. Tickets are available online at www dot org/events. Tickets are also available the day of the event.
“All Creatures Great & Small is one of our most popular programs so we couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate WHYY’s 70th anniversary than by bringing animal lovers together to celebrate the joy of pet companionship, learn about local pet resources and get excited about the upcoming All Creatures Great and Small season,” said WHYY President & CEO Bill Marrazzo.
The All Creatures Pet Fest promises a day filled with activities for the whole family including beloved pets. The event will feature a pavilion showcasing local pet businesses, an ask-a-vet clinic, an adoption fair and various opportunities for grooming tips and products.
Attendees can also participate in a pet costume contest and capture memories at the professional pet photo booth. Doors open at noon with ask-a-vet at 1 p.m., costume contest at 2 p.m. and vet photos, adoptions, giveaways and vendors noon to 3:30 p.m.
The event also highlights the upcoming premiere of All Creatures Great and Small Season 5, airing on MASTERPIECE on PBS starting January 12, 2025, at 9/8c. The acclaimed series, adapted from James Herriot’s internationally celebrated books, continues to charm audiences with its heartwarming stories and picturesque setting. Watch the teaser video: All Creatures Great and Small, Season 5 Preview (pbs dot org).
Here are some of the vendors taking part:
- Sponsor and Vet Minute Clinic: Central Bucks Veterinary Hospital
- Sponsor & Vet Minute Clinic: Sycamore Veterinary Hospital
- Vet Minute Clinic: Quakertown Veterinary Clinic
- Other Vendors: Little Mac’s Snax, Holiday House Pet Resort and Training Center, Montgomery County SPCA. WOW Pets, Digger Dogs Pet Grooming, Boyd Pet Photo Booth, Lower Bucks Dog Training Club, Curiosity Satisfied Dog Camp, Bark Busters Home Dog Training, Pretty Little Pooch Boutique LLC, Party Animals Express and others to be announced.
Important event rules:
