2008 -
First annual tree planting season. Thanks to a generous grant from Urban Resources Initiative, in July and August 2008, we planted a record 44 trees on Pearl, Pleasant and Clark streets. Check out our photos:
In September 2008 we held our first annual block party. See photos here:
Block party
In March, April and May SoHu managed a fundraiser for the New Haven Police Departments new
narcotics dog: Nia
and Orvis
.
The fundraiser kicked off at
Christopher Martins Restaurant with live music, food, and a raffle, raising $1800.00. Then a pet photo shoot and cutest pet contest raised an additional $3,000.00. View photos here:
Pet Photos
The photos were used to create an 18-month East Rock Pets Calendar. Calendars are on sale now at
Cassidy's Pampered Paws for $20.00. All proceeds benefit the New Haven Police Narcotics Dogs.