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Welcome to Under the Arch, your essential source for all the latest happenings, news, and events at the Roudenbush Community Center! This blog is dedicated to keeping our community informed and engaged with updates on upcoming classes, workshops, special events, and the exciting developments unfolding here at Roudenbush. From seasonal celebrations to educational programs and community-driven initiatives, Under the Arch gives you an insider’s view into everything that makes Roudenbush a vibrant hub for learning, connection, and enrichment. Whether you're a longtime resident or a newcomer, explore how we’re fostering growth, unity, and lifelong learning under our historic archway.

šŸ’›šŸ¾ Find Your New Best Friend at Roudenbush


Last Hope K9 Rescue Adoption Event – Saturday, June 6 | Westford, MA

The Roudenbush Community Center is excited to welcome Last Hope K9 Rescue (LHK9) to Westford on Saturday, June 6th for a special dog adoption event. If you’ve been thinking about adding a furry family member to your home, this is your chance to meet incredible rescue dogs looking for their forever families.



Before You Attend – Application Required

To enter the adoption event space, all attendees must have an adoption application on file with LHK9.

  • We strongly recommend completing your application in advance.

  • Applications may also be completed upon arrival.

  • Fully approved adopters may enter at 12:00 PM.

  • Adopters with applications in process may enter at 1:00 PM.

All dogs are first come, first served, so if there’s a specific pup you’re hoping to meet, plan to arrive early!

To ensure enough time for conversations and processing, all adoption and deposit discussions must conclude 15 minutes prior to the scheduled end of the event.


What to Expect on Adoption Day

🐶 Fully Approved (No Other Pets or Additional Humans at Home)

You may be able to adopt and bring your new pup home the same day! Please remember to bring a 6-foot, non-retractable leash.

🐶 Fully Approved (With Pets or Additional Humans at Home)

If you make a connection at the event, you may place a $100 deposit toward the final adoption fee. Deposits hold the dog for 7 days to allow time for meet-and-greets and a smooth transition home.

🐶 Application In Process

If you meet a dog you love, you may place a $100 deposit while your application is expedited. Deposits hold for 7 days once approved to complete meet-and-greets and finalize adoption. Please note: In most circumstances, deposits are non-refundable.


Important Event Guidelines

šŸ‘¶ Children

  • Children under 5 must be held or remain in strollers for safety.

  • Groups with children under 10 will receive a family escort to help ensure safe interactions.

🐾 Pets

  • Only adoptable dogs are permitted inside the event space.

  • If you have pets at home, LHK9 will discuss personality matches and schedule a follow-up meet-and-greet.

  • On-site pet-to-pet meetings are not available.


āœˆļø Upcoming Travel

If anyone in your household has travel plans within 3 weeks following the event, you’re welcome to browse—but please wait to inquire about adoption or deposits until everyone has returned. LHK9 does not hold dogs in foster homes or place dogs in homes with immediate travel plans, ensuring a successful transition for each pup.


Questions?

For adoption-specific questions, please contact events@lasthopek9.org.

We can’t wait to welcome these amazing rescue dogs—and hopefully help them find loving homes right here in our Westford community. Join us on June 6th and maybe meet your new best friend. šŸ•šŸ’›

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eliottlawery
16 hours ago

I found this post about finding your new best friend at Roudenbush really heartwarming. Giving animals a chance to be part of a loving home can make such a big difference in their lives, and posts like this help remind people how rewarding adopting a pet can be for both the animal and the family who welcomes them. Seeing those stories of connection and companionship really highlights how much joy and comfort pets can bring into everyday life. Reading content like this also reminded me how balancing responsibilities, personal interests, and deadlines can sometimes feel overwhelming, and there have been moments when I needed a bit of extra support to stay on top of everything, which is when I came…

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