Events
See our
events calendar here.
Current Scheduled Events:
RCHS Fish Fry
Friday February 26th, 2016 4:30 PM until 09:00 PM
Location:
KC Hall RCHS FISH FRY (618) 826-3316
Map:
209 Church St Chester IL 62233
Eat In or Carry Out
Proceeds Help RCHS and it's continued rescue of unwanted animals, PLEASE SUPPORT THE CAUSE TO SAVE LIVES
Click here for more information
Steeleville Jaycee's July 4th craft fair
Monday July 4th, 2016 8:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: Steeleville American Legion
Map:
Steeleville IL 62288
Join us on this July 4th at the Steeleville Legion for a craft fair.
Steeleville Car Cruise
Sunday September 11th, 2016 1:00 PM until 01:00 PM
Location: Steeleville
62288
Come on out during Steeleville's car Cruise to see our table. We (weather permitting) may have various items to sell and or information to hand out.
Popeye dog show
Sunday September 11th, 2016 1:30 PM until 02:30 PM
Location: Chester
62233
Come on out and enjoy a dog show. This will be during the Popeye picnic in Chester across the street from Spinach Can Collectables.
Sparta's Aero's Flight Fest 2016
Saturday September 17th, 2016 10:00 AM until 04:00 PM
Location: Sparta Airport
62286
Come on out for a great time Saturday Sept 17 t the Sparta Airport. Per their flyer it is Free admission, Free Parking. There will be food vendors, Kid's crafts and other entertainment. We will have our booth with our usual displays. Any questions or if you want to volunteer please send to events.rchs@gmail.com
Sparta Bucket Brigade
Friday September 23rd, 2016 12:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Location: Sparta
62286
We will be at the main 4 way stop doing a bucket brigade, can not wait to see you all there.
Sparta Bucket Brigade
Saturday September 24th, 2016 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Sparta
62286
We will be at the main 4 way stop in Sparta collecting money. Can not wait to see everyone there.
Oktoberfest parade
Friday October 7th, 2016 6:00 PM until 07:00 PM
Location: Steeleville
62288
Look for us at the parade to see if you can get a selfie with one of our mascots.
Oktoberfest
Saturday October 8th, 2016 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Steeleville
62288
We will be having a booth at the Oktoberfest craft fair. More to come later.
Running for Rescues 5K Run/Walk
Saturday October 15th, 2016 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Randolph County Humane Society
62286
Struttin Mutts 5K Race
and
2K Dog Walk/Run
October 15th, 2016
(
Signup at 8:00 AM
)
All proceeds will benefit the shelter and animals that are in foster care going through Heartworm treatment or other surgical issues.
5K race will have top winners based on runner's age group and there will be an overall Male and Female winner
2K dog walk will have a prize for the first dog that crosses the line
Fee is $25 nonrefundable
Deadline to register to guarantee a T-Shirt is 09/15/16
Any questions about this event or any future events please send an email to events.rchs@gmail.com
If you would like to obtain a printed version of the application please send an email to the above address.
Click here to register
Click here for more information
Santa Paws
Saturday November 12th, 2016 12:00 PM until 02:00 PM
Location: to be determined
11111
We will be doing pictures with Santa again, more info to come.
KC Fish Fry
Friday February 24th, 2017 4:30 PM until 07:00 PM
Location:
KC Hall RCHS FISH FRY (618) 826-3316
Map:
209 Church St Chester IL 62233
Please come out and join us for a fish fry 02/24 at the KC hall in Chester.
Red Bud Bucket Brigade
Friday August 18th, 2017 2:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Location: Red Bud square
62278
We will be at the main 4 way square in Red Bud to collect funds for the shelter. We look forward to see you there.
Red Bud Bucket Brigade
Saturday August 19th, 2017 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Red Bud square
62278
We will be out collecting funds for the shelter at the Red Bud square. Looking forward to see you all there.
Steeleville Car Cruise
Sunday September 10th, 2017 9:00 AM until 09:00 AM
Location: Steeleville
62288
We have been invited back to the Steeleville Car Cruise again this year. Come on by and see some amazing vehicles. Depending on the weather we may have a dog or two for you to meet. Time of event to be added later.
Popeye pet show
Sunday September 10th, 2017 9:00 AM until 09:00 AM
Location: Chester
62233
We will be hosting the Popeye Pet show again this year. This is a fun even that is growing every year. We love to see you pets come out and dress up/show us their tricks. Time will be added at a later date.
Sparta Flight Fest
Saturday September 16th, 2017 10:00 AM until 05:00 PM
Location: Sparta Airport
62286
We will be at Sparta Flight Fest this year. Please come and show your support to the Airport staff. More info to come at a later time.
Sparta Bucket Brigade
Friday October 6th, 2017 2:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Location: Sparta
62286
We will be in Sparta on 10/06 to raise money for the shelter. We look forward to seeing you there that day. Time to be announced later
Sparta Bucket Brigade
Saturday October 7th, 2017 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Sparta
62286
We will be in Sparta on this date to collect funds for the shelter. We look forward to seeing you there. Time will be announced later.
Struttin Mutts
Saturday October 21st, 2017 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: World Shooting Complex
62286
Its the 2nd annual Struttin Mutts race!!!!!
Come on out and join us. To register online just click here and use the PayPal account to pay, mail in the check or pay at the event.
KC Fish Fry
Friday March 2nd, 2018 4:30 PM until 07:00 PM
Location: Chester
62233
We have been asked to return to Chester's Knights of Columbus for their fish fry. A portion of the profits will be donated to our shelter. Menu and prices to come.
Click here for more information
River Road Cruisers 34th annual car show
Wednesday July 4th, 2018 8:00 AM until 08:00 AM
Location: Red Bud Sports Complex
62278
Come on out and see us on July 4th in Red Bud. We will have a booth at the River Road Cruisers for their annual event. Look forward to seeing you all there. Times to follow at later date.
Casino Night
Saturday August 4th, 2018 7:00 PM until 12:00 PM
Location: Lions Club
Map:
Belmont street Sparta IL 62286
Come on out and joint us for our 1st annual Casino night!
At the Sparta Lions club on Belmont street. Doors open at 6:30 PM and gambling starts at 7 pm. Entry fee is $30.00 which buys you $300.00 of K9 cash plus 3 tickets to the end of the night attendance prizes. There will be a silent auction and a 50/50 drawing available. There will be a cash bar and food stand available.
BY LAW THERE WILL BE NO CASH PRIZES AWARDED, MUST BE 21 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER TO PLAY.
Let us know if you have any questions.
Glo Bingo
Saturday August 11th, 2018 7:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Location: Sparta VFW
62286
Who is ready for a great night playing Glo Bingo! This will be a fun event.
This will be at the Sparta VFW. Ticket prices are $20 per person in advance or $25 at the door. Price includes 6 bingo cards glow dabber and a glow hat. The price for additional bingo cards is $5.
We will have a silent auction and cash bar. Over $1,000 in cash prizes.
MUST BE 18 YEARS OR OLDER TO ATTEND.
For reservations please call Preston Glodo 618-587-0020 or email pglodo@yahoo.com
Red Bud Bucket Brigade
Friday August 24th, 2018 2:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Location: Red Bud square
62278
We will be having our annual Red Bud Bucket Brigade located at the Red Bud Square.
Red Bud Bucket Brigrade
Saturday August 25th, 2018 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Red Bud square
62278
We will be doing our annual Red Bud Bucket Brigade located at the Red Bud Town Square.
Popeye Dog Show
Sunday September 9th, 2018 6:24 PM until 06:24 PM
Location: Chester
62233
This is always a fun event. Getting out and meeting all sorts of interesting pets.
More to come at a later time.
Sparta Bucket Brigade
Friday September 14th, 2018 2:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Location: Sparta
62286
Sparta Bucket Brigade at the 4 way stop in Sparta.
Sparta Bucket Brigade
Saturday September 15th, 2018 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Sparta
62286
Sparta Bucket Brigade at the four way stop in Sparta.
Sparta Aero Flight Fest
Saturday September 15th, 2018 10:00 AM until 04:00 PM
Location: Sparta Airport
62286
We will have a booth at the 4th annual Sparta Aero Flight Fest, come on out and say hey.
Steeleville Oktoberfest Parade
Friday October 12th, 2018 6:00 PM until 06:27 PM
Location: Steeleville
62288
Once again we will be in the Parade for the Steeleville Oktoberfest.
Steeleville Oktoberfest craft fair
Saturday October 13th, 2018 6:29 PM until 06:29 PM
Location: Sparta
62286
We will continue our tradition of having a booth at the Oktoberfest in Steeleville. We will have shirts, magnets and baskets for sale.
more to come at a later time.
4 Person Scramble
Friday October 19th, 2018 12:00 PM until 12:00 PM
Location: Sparta Country Club
Map:
19 Fairway Drive Sparta IL 62286
All proceeds will benefit the Randolph County Humane Society. Field is limited to 18 - 4 person teams. There is an entry fee of $200 per team. Light lunch will be at noon, followed by shotgun start at 12:30. There will be a rain date (just in case) for Friday 10/26. For more information please call Larry Wilson at 618-910-4411.
Struttin Mutts
Saturday October 20th, 2018 8:00 AM until 11:00 AM
Location: World Shooting Complex
62286
3rd annual Struttin Mutts race!!!!!
more info to come at a later date.
Click here for the registration form
Sudz Fundraising event
Wednesday February 20th, 2019 12:44 PM until Tuesday December 31st, 2019 12:32 PM
Location: Randolph County Humane Society
62286
This is a really great fundraiser that we want to try this year. If you click on the web address it will take you to the site store where you can purchase bulk order washing machine detergent, dish soap, trash bags and even some clothing with our logo. Create an account and you should be given the option of having shipping to your home (you pay shipping) or be included in our bulk order at the end of the event (March 31). If you do not have internet access contact us and we can do a paper order. Copy and paste the link below into a browser to access the site.
https://stores.inksoft.com/randolph_county_humane_society/shop/home
If you order online please provide your address for shipping section of check out. The items will be sent directly to you. More items including clothing available on the web store not on the paper orders.
Click here for more information
KC Fish Fry
Friday February 22nd, 2019 4:30 PM until 04:31 PM
Location: Chester
62233
We will have the Fish Fry again with the Chester Knights of Columbus on 02/22. Full buffet includes Cajun and regular fish and several side dishes. This is served Buffet style. More info including times and full menu to come later as it get closer.
Pet Supplies Plus
Saturday April 6th, 2019 10:00 AM until 04:30 PM
Location: Pet Supplies Plus
Map:
Mount Vernon IL 62864
We have been invited out for an adoption event in Mount Vernon. We will have new shirts, magnets and baskets along with some of our adoptable pets. Time may vary depending on weather and availability of dogs.
Sparta Bucket Brigade
Friday April 26th, 2019 2:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Location: Sparta
62286
April 26th we will be out in Sparta for the our annual Bucket Brigade at the four way. Thank you for all your support.
Sparta Bucket Brigade
Saturday April 27th, 2019 8:00 AM until 02:00 PM
Location: Sparta
62286
We will be out for out annual Sparta Bucket Brigade on April 27th at the four way. Thank you for all of your support.
Pawfest
Sunday June 2nd, 2019 4:41 PM until 04:41 PM
Location: Mount Vernon
62864
We are going to be a Pawfest in Mount Vernon, more info to come at a later time.
Chester Bucket Brigade
Friday June 7th, 2019 12:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Location: Chester
62233
Come on out and see us in Chester at the 4 way stop. We will be out collecting money for the shelter.
Chester Bucket Brigade
Saturday June 8th, 2019 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Chester
62233
Come on out and see us. We will be in Chester at the 4 way stop collecting money for the shelter.
Popeye Dog Show
Sunday September 8th, 2019 11:44 AM until 11:44 AM
Location: Chester
62233
Times to be determine. We will be hosting the dog show located at the Gazebo in Chester. More info to come
Click here for the registration.
Steeleville Car Crusie
Sunday September 8th, 2019 4:43 PM until 04:43 PM
Location: Steeleville
62288
Steeleville Car Cruise, more info to come later.
Red Bud Bucket Brigade
Friday September 27th, 2019 2:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Location: Red Bud square
62278
Red Bud Bucket Brigade will be held at the 4 way in Red Bud.
Red Bud Bucket Brigade
Saturday September 28th, 2019 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Red Bud square
62278
Red Bud Bucket Brigade at the 4 way in Red Bud.
Steeleville Oktoberfest
Friday October 11th, 2019 4:44 PM until 04:44 PM
Location: Steeleville
62288
Its parade time!!!!! we will be in the Oktoberfest parade come on out and see us.
Steeleville Oktoberfest Craft show
Saturday October 12th, 2019 4:45 PM until 04:45 PM
Location: Steeleville
62288
Its Craft booth time, who is excited? We will have a booth at the event.
Struttin Mutts
Saturday October 19th, 2019 8:00 AM until 10:00 AM
Location: World Shooting Complex
62286
4Th annual Struttin Mutts 5K run/fun walk and 2K Dog/person walk will be happening on October 19th 2019 at the World Shooting Complex in Sparta IL.
Packet pickup will be available the morning of the event from 8 am to 9 am. Prizes - Ribbons - Trophies will be awarded.
Questions please call the shelter at 443-3363, The office is open Monday through Friday 9 to noon. or email events.rchs@gmail.com
Click here for application.
Trivia Night
Saturday October 26th, 2019 7:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Location: Sparta VFW
62286
We will be doing trivia night tonight, lots of silent auction items, cash prizes, bring some snacks and enjoy a night of quizzes. Please purchase your drinks from the bar.
Doors open at 6, game starts at 7 At the Sparta VFW
Trivia
Saturday October 26th, 2019 7:00 PM until 11:47 PM
Location: Sparta VFW
62286
Trivia Night Saturday October 26th at Sparta VFW and the doors will open at 6 pm with the game starting at 7 pm. $15 a person or $80 per team (max of 8 per team). Will have be having a silent auction and you may bring your own snacks (drinks must be purchased at the bar. Please call 618-443-3363 if you have any questions. Payments maybe made at the door night of the event.
Cash prizes for the top 3 teams and a prize for best decorated table with the theme of Halloween.
Coulterville Dairy Queen
Wednesday November 13th, 2019 2:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Location: Coulterville Dairy Queen
62237
RCHS has teamed up with Coulterville DQ 11/13 from 2-6 pm for some fundraising events. A percentage of the sales during these times will go to our furry friends.
Christmas on the River
Friday December 6th, 2019 5:00 PM until 07:30 PM
Location: Randolph County Court House
62233
We will have some space at the Court House for Christmas on the River. We will have our shirts, magnets and various other crafts for sale.
Christmas on the River
Saturday December 7th, 2019 9:00 AM until 05:00 PM
Location: Randolph County Court House
62233
We will have some space this year at the Christmas on the River. We will have our shirts, magnets and various crafts.
Christmas on the River
Sunday December 8th, 2019 11:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: Randolph County Court House
62233
We will have some space at the Court house for Christmas on the River, we will have shirts, magnets and various crafts.
Sparta Dairy Queen
Wednesday December 11th, 2019 2:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Location: Sparta Dairy Queen
62286
RCHS will be teaming up with Sparta Dairy Queen on 12/11 from 2-6 pm. A percentage of the sales during these times will be going to our furry friends.
KC Fish Fry
Friday March 6th, 2020 4:30 PM until 07:00 PM
Location: Chester
62233
More info to come soon. Fish Fry at the Chester KC hall serving from 430-7 pm
Market in the Park
Sunday July 5th, 2020 11:00 AM until 04:00 PM
Location: Coulterville City Park
Coulterville 62237
We will be at the Farmer's market/Flea Market/Craft Fair/Vendor Fair/Food Trucks at the City Park in Coulterville on 07/05.
We will have with us our t-shirts (including youth size Medium), Hoodies (pull over and zip up) magnets, knives etc. (items may change depending on volunteers to help)
Color Street Nails
Monday September 28th, 2020 5:03 PM until Saturday October 10th, 2020 05:03 PM
Location: online
62286
See our post on Facebook for the link. A percentage of the nails bought during the event will be given to us at the Humane Society.
Glik's anniversary celebration
Tuesday October 6th, 2020 6:00 AM until 05:01 PM
Location: Sparta
62286
10% of the proceeds from the Sparta location of Glik's will be donated to our facility.
Virtual Struttin Mutts
Saturday October 17th, 2020 8:00 AM until 08:47 AM
Location: Online
62286
5th Annual Struttin Mutts Virtual 5K Run/Fun Walk
To keep everyone safe, Struttin Mutts is going Virtual this year.
When: Run must be completed between October 17th and October 24th
Where: Anywhere that is convenient for you!
How: Participates can run anytime during the timeframe and track run through any run tracking app. In order to be considered for prize participate must submit picture of run and time from a run tracking app.
Please submit registration from by October 1 to guarantee a shirt. After this date shirts will be given out while supplies last.
Click here for application
Vendor/Craft fair
Saturday October 17th, 2020 9:00 AM until 04:00 PM
Location: Sparta City Park
62286
Vendor/Craft Fair fundraiser for Randolph County Humane Society
Held at Sparta City Park on October 17, 2020
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come get lunch/dinner from the Broadway Grille Food truck
Come support the Randolph County Humane Society and local vendors!
If you would like to be a vendor or display your crafts please contact Natalie Clesson by email at nclesson@gmail.com
Bucket Brigade
Friday June 4th, 2021 2:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Location: Chester
62233
We will be in Chester June 4th and 5th for our annual bucket Brigade.
Bucket Brigade
Saturday June 5th, 2021 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Chester
62233
We will be in Chester for bucket Brigade on June 4th and 5th
Market in the Park
Sunday June 6th, 2021 11:00 AM until 04:00 PM
Location: Coulterville City Park
Coulterville 62237
Hi everyone, we will be at the Market in the Park in Coulterville on June 6.
Car Cruise
Sunday September 12th, 2021 9:36 AM until 09:36 AM
Location: Steeleville
62288
We will be having a booth at the Steeleville Car Cruise again this year. More info to follow.
Bucket Brigade
Friday September 17th, 2021 2:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Location: Red Bud square
62278
Red Bud Bucket Brigade at the 4 way stop in Sparta.
Bucket Brigade
Saturday September 18th, 2021 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Red Bud square
62278
We will be doing a Bucket Brigade in Red Bud at the 4 way stop
Coulterville Fall Festival
Saturday September 18th, 2021 9:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: Coulterville City Park
Coulterville 62237
Coulterville Fall Festival
Craft Fair
Sunday September 26th, 2021 11:00 AM until 04:00 PM
Location: Sparta City Park
62286
Craft Fair in the Sparta City Park, more into to come.
Market in the park
Sunday October 3rd, 2021 11:00 AM until 04:00 PM
Location: Coulterville City Park
Coulterville 62237
Coulterville Market in the Park 11-4
Glik's sale
Tuesday October 5th, 2021 1:31 PM until 01:31 PM
Location: Sparta
62286
Glik's in Sparta is doing their annual 10% give back during normal hours.
Oktoberfest Parade
Friday October 8th, 2021 6:00 PM until 06:33 PM
Location: Steeleville
62288
Oktoberfest Parade
Oktoberfest Craft Fair
Saturday October 9th, 2021 8:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: Steeleville
62288
Oktoberfest craft fair
Virtual Struttin Mutts
Saturday October 9th, 2021 6:58 PM until 06:58 PM
Location: Sparta
62286
Virtual Struttin Mutts will be here again - more info to come later.
Please send an email for application
sevans.rchs@gmail.com
Fall Festival 2021
Friday October 15th, 2021 4:00 PM until 08:00 PM
Location: Chester
62233
Chester Fall Festival 2021
Fall Festival 2021
Saturday October 16th, 2021 10:00 AM until 06:00 PM
Location: Chester
62233
Chester Fall Festival
Fall Festival 2021
Sunday October 17th, 2021 11:00 AM until 05:00 PM
Location: Chester
62233
Chester Fall Fesitval
Trivia Night
Saturday October 23rd, 2021 6:57 PM until 06:57 PM
Location: Sparta VFW
62286
Trivia night - More info to come later.
Bucket Brigade
Friday October 29th, 2021 2:00 PM until 06:00 PM
Location: Sparta
62286
Sparta 4 way bucket brigade
Bucket Brigade
Saturday October 30th, 2021 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Location: Sparta
62286
Sparta Bucket Brigade at the 4 way stop sign.
Lion's Club Craft Fair
Saturday November 13th, 2021 9:00 AM until 05:00 PM
Location: Lions Club
Map:
Belmont street Sparta IL 62286
We will be at the craft fair at the Sparta Lion's Club
Christmas on the River
Friday December 3rd, 2021 5:00 PM until 07:30 PM
Location: Chester
62233
Christmas on the River
Christmas on the River
Saturday December 4th, 2021 9:00 AM until 05:00 PM
Location: Chester
62233
Christmas on the River
Christmas on the River
Sunday December 5th, 2021 11:00 AM until 03:00 PM
Location: Chester
62233
Christmas on the river
Meet and Greet
Tuesday December 31st, 2024 10:42 AM until 10:42 AM
Location: Randolph County Humane Society
62286
See all of the
animals attending this event.
meet and greet with possible adoption.
