# Event Details - **Event Name**: August Craft Day: Paws for a Cause - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 09 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 09 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Celebrate the “Dog Days of Summer” with a paws-itively delightful Craft Day at the Fairfax Station Railroad Museum! Join us on Sunday, August 9, 2026, for a special event where guests of all ages can create homemade dog biscuits to take home to their furry friends or donate to our local rescue neighbor organization Homeward Trails. What to Expect: All Supplies Provided: We’ll supply everything you need to bake tasty dog biscuits, including dog-friendly ingredients, cookie cutters, and packaging materials. Join us in preparing treats that your pets will love! Guided Baking Sessions: Our experienced staff will lead you through the process of making delicious and healthy dog biscuits, ensuring you leave with plenty of knowledge and treats to share. Learn about the benefits of using natural ingredients for your pets. Family and Pet-Friendly Fun: This event is suitable for the whole family! Children can participate in the crafting and baking, creating special treats for their four-legged companions. Plus, we encourage participants to feel free to bring their dogs along to join in the fun! Donations to Local Rescues: If you choose to donate your crafted biscuits, we’ll ensure they go to a local animal rescue organization, helping dogs in need find loving homes. It’s a wonderful way to give back to our community! Exhibit Exploration: While you’re here, take the opportunity to explore our museum exhibits that highlight the history of railroads and their impact on transportation and local communities. Visitor Information: Admission: Craft Day is included with general admission to the museum. One Set of Biscuits per Family. Want to make more, additional ‘sets’ can be purchased for $4.00 each ‘set’. Parking: Free parking is available onsite. Accessibility: The museum is fully accessible to all guests. Donate: Help keep the station chugging along, while admission fees help additional monetary donations are a plus. Have a train set you would like to re-home, we will give them some TLC and sell them in our gift shop where sales keep us going. Have some extra time, become a volunteer, we’d love to have you. Join us for an exciting afternoon of baking and crafting at the Fairfax Station Railroad Museum, where you can create lasting treats for your pets while helping those in need. We can’t wait to see you and your furry friends there! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fairfax-station/august-craft-day-paws-for-a-cause/200030453059536 - **Event Categories**: Nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 10 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Fairfax Station - **state**: VA - **country**: United States - **location**: 11200 Fairfax Station Rd, Fairfax Station, VA 22039-1011, United States - **lat**: 38.80059 - **long**: -77.33177 - **full address**: 11200 Fairfax Station Rd, Fairfax Station, VA 22039-1011, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: August Craft Day: Paws for a Cause - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/aa2afcece6270d0dfeec2e5943431e32514ccd6817e6a0a07b223f3a877c65ec-rimg-w1080-h1080-dca86838-gmir?v=1785660352 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is August Craft Day: Paws for a Cause being held? - **A:** August Craft Day: Paws for a Cause takes place on Sun, 09 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 09 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm at 11200 Fairfax Station Rd, Fairfax Station, VA 22039-1011, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing August Craft Day: Paws for a Cause? - **A:** August Craft Day: Paws for a Cause is organized by Fairfax Station Railroad Museum. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** August Craft Day: Paws for a Cause is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Fairfax Station, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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