The Family and K-9 Friends Labrador Retriever Rescue Festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., November 19, at Academy Kennels, in Fort Myers. All breeds are welcome to attend and participate in games, training demos, contests, instant pro pet photographs, free doggy snacks, silent auctions, giveaways and more activities.

All proceeds benefit the nonprofit Labrador Retriever Rescue of Florida, Inc, an all-volunteer organization dedicated to re-homing and saving the lives of labs throughout our state.

Location: 2691 N. Airport Rd. Vendors must register by Nov. 10. For more information, call 239-936-1163 or visit lrrof.org.