*DUE TO THE THREAT OF SEVERE WEATHER FROM ISAIAS, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR SUNDAY, AUG. 9.*

Volusia County Animal Services is holding a community event to provide free pet food and microchips to residents. The event will take place Sunday, Aug. 9, 2020 at the Volusia County Fairgrounds at 3150 E. New York Ave. from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., or until supplies last.

For convenience and social distancing, Sunday’s event will feature drive-thru service. Residents won’t have to get out of their vehicle, but are asked to wear a face covering. There will be two drive-up lines – one just for pet food and the other for both food and a microchip. The food will be loaded into the vehicles for residents.

Those also wishing to get their pet microchipped will complete a form before county staff removes the pet(s) from the vehicle and takes them into the on-site facility for a quick and painless procedure. Within minute, the pet(s) will be returned to the vehicle. If you wish to expedite the process, you may print and complete the microchip form in advance. Forms will also be available on site.

Volusia County is very grateful to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) who donated approximately $10,500 worth of pet food for the event.

Fit After Quarantine, a series of free socially distanced fitness classes every Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. starting Aug. 12, 2020 under the gazebo on Riverside Park at 105 S. Riverside Dr. in New Smyrna Beach.

Would you like to know more? Follow Mayor's Fitness Challenge Trainer Nicole Pizza on Instagram at @GetDieselFit and call Leisure Services at (386) 410-2890 for further details.