On Friday, March 14 and Saturday, March 15, the Centenary Stage Company lobby will be alive with members of the Irish Setter Rescue Organization of NJ and some of their clients. In conjunction with the final weekend performances of CSC's Alice In Ireland, the Irish romp through a wonderland of characters, the Irish Setter Rescue Organization will be on hand to discuss the association's programs, and introduce audience members to some of the graceful setters that are in need of good homes. Adoption success dogs will be present with their owners, who will talk about their experiences in the program.

The Eastern Irish Setter Association's Rescue and Adoption Program, of which the NJ organization is a branch, is part of a national network sponsored by the Irish Setter Club of America that rescues the dogs from pounds, inhumane living conditions, and other situations which leave owners unwilling or unable to keep and care for them. The goal of the organization is to place all rescued Irish Setters in homes that will provide both the love and care the dog needs for the ret of its life, as well as the opportunity for the new owners to enjoy the loyalty and devotion the Irish Setter is known for. Due to their winsome, gentle personalities, several of the organization's dogs are also active in pet-therapy programs throughout the state.

In addition to their appearance in the CSC lobby, members of the Organization and their adopted setters will be marching in the upcoming New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade.

For more information about the Irish Setter Rescue Organization at CSC, call the CSC administration offices at 908-979-0900, or fill out our online feedback form. For information about the Irish Rescue Organization's programs throughout the Eastern seaboard, visit their website at www.irishrescue.org.

Photos: Left - Rocky, rescue dog after his appearance in St. Pat.s Day Parade; Top - organization & dogs