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“Paws to Reflect” Gala
We are excited for the HK9 Gala! This event will bring different members of our community together the celebrate HK9, their Veterans and their families and the community that supports them. Tickets are available until Sept 1st! The flyer has all the details.
Also, starting the 13th, come out and see the GWOT Memorial Wall brought to us by the Romans Warrior Foundation. This is a FREE display to honor the men and women who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in support of the Global War on Terrorism.
When: 14 SEP 24
Time: Doors open at 5 PM
Where: Union Station Deli and Event Center 705 S. Illinois Ave. Joplin MO
We are actively looking for sponsors and raffle donations for this event. Would your organization want to be a part of this event or interested in tickets? Contact us today!
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Joplin Outlaws Veteran Appreciation Night
The Outlaws are Joplin’s local MINK league collegiate baseball team. Every year they host “Veteran Appreciation Night”. Last year, the Outlaws were the MINK League South Champions and are poised to repeat this year. HK9 is happy to announce we are parting with their organization to raise awareness and funds for future HK9 teams and yep, you’re invited!
It will be an All-American night of baseball, Veterans, service dogs, raffles, giveaways and great people! Bring your families and friends and enjoy the night and help raise money for our next HK9 team!
Cost: $5 entry (Veterans, service members, and first responders get in free with ID)
When: 20 JUL 24
Time: 6 PM
Where: Joe Becker Stadium 300 S. High St. Joplin MO
We are actively looking for sponsors and raffle donations for this event. Would your organization want to be a part of this event?
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K9 Demonstration and Meet and Greet with Bass Pro Shops Branson, MO
It is going to be an exciting summer with Bass Pro Shops in Branson, located just by the Landing! All spring and summer long, HK9 will be on location at Bass Pro educating and showing the public what service dogs are made of! We hope during your trips to Branson, MO this year you take time to come say “Hi” to the Heartland Team and stock up on all your outdoor needs!
Dates:
27-29 May 23
Time: 10 am – 6 pm
7-8 Jul 23
Time: 10 am – 6 pm
11-12 Aug 23
Time: 10 am – 6 pm
2-4 Sep 23
Time: 10 am – 6 pm
Where: Bass Pro Shops, Branson MO
2023 Past Events
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Tactical Paws Event
This is a meet and greet opportunity with some of our local HK9 Veteran K9 Teams! Come on out and enjoy some coffee, watch a demonstration and talk to our Veterans about our organization!
When: 4 FEB 23
Time: 10 am -12 pm
Where: Cup O Joe, 901 S. Maiden LN Joplin MO
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MAHA 6th Annual Educational Seminar & Trade Show
6th Annual Breeder Educational Seminar and Trade Show
When: 7-8 SEP 23
Time: 8 am – 6 pm
Where: University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center, 333 John Q
Hammons Parkway, Springfield, MO 65806
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VETERANS APPRECIATION DAY BRANSON MO
Entertainment, Food Trucks, Kid Activities, and more
When: 1 OCT 23
Time: 1 pm – 6 pm
Where: Copeland Theater in Branson, MO
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St. Puppy’s Day
This Event gives you the ability to purchase from industry friendly companies, increase your professional knowledge, and enjoy some well-deserved attention while being served a home-cooked meal. The presenters who speak at this event offer up years of experience, expertise and insight to you.
When: 5 AUG 23
Time: 8 am – UTC
Where: White River Conference Center 600 West Sunshine Street Springfield, MO 65807
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Steel Thunder on Route 66 Car Show and Music Festival
Steel Thunder on Route 66 is our annual event to celebrate our community, our Veterans and the heritage of Route 66! Each year the event gets bigger and attracts more participants. This year we have expanded the activities and include a full blown music festival at the Landreth Park Pavilion. We have great food vendors, retail vendors and provider tables to help share information on available resources in our community. We have also partnered with Heartland Canines For Veterans and will have a Service K9 Team Demonstration and help raise funds for this amazing nonprofit organization!
Join Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5293 and Heartland Canines For Veterans as we put on the 3rd Annual Steel Thunder on Route 66 Event!
This year is our biggest yet and we’ve moved to Landreth Park in Joplin to accommodate all the activities! The Car Show will begin at 10:30 AM and run until trophies are announced at 4:30 PM. The Music Festival will begin at 4:30 and run until Dark. Vendors will be available all day. A full itinerary will be published before the event.
We are actively looking for sponsors and raffle donations for this event. Would your organization want to be a part of this event?
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2023 Past Events
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“One of Us” Campaign Check Presentation and K9 Demonstration
We are so grateful for our continued partnership with Petland! Come out on the 4th for our check presentation as well as meet our newest K9 Bella, and then stick around to watch one of our K9 demonstrations.
When: 4 Mar 23
Time: 3 pm – 4 pm
Where: Petland Joplin 3102 E. 7th St