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Help the Horses

Nonprofit Starry Skies Equine Rescue and Sanctuary, one of the largest equine rescues in southern Michigan, rescues horses. They will offer Open Barn tours 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., June 5, to meet the horses, volunteers and get a feel for the rescue. Visitors may inquire about volunteering or adopting, or feed cookies to adorable animals.

            At a rescue like Starry Skies, every donation makes a difference in the lives of rescued animals. Each act of generosity gives the facility a greater capacity to save, train and rehome. They are 100 percent volunteer-run, and all donations go straight to the horses. The Sustaining Donors Club awards perks such as free admission to certain events and free merchandise via mail.

 

Admission is free. Location: 8133 W. Liberty, Ann Arbor. For more information, call 734-660-6449 or visit StarrySkiesEquineRescueAndSanctuary.com.

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