FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 13, 2026
Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue Invites Community
to Historic Flag-Raising Ceremony @ The Meadows
A morning of honor, hope, and new beginnings at JBAR’s new Loxahatchee property —
all are welcome.
LOXAHATCHEE, FL — Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue (JBAR) will host a Raising of the Flag
Ceremony on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at its newest facility, The Meadows, located at 20363
Antoinette St in Loxahatchee. The public event runs from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM and is free and
open to all — families, veterans, neighbors, and four-legged friends alike.
The ceremony marks the formal dedication of The Meadows as an active JBAR rescue property,
celebrating the organization’s expanding capacity to save animals in need, while paying tribute to
the men and women of the United States military whose service makes the work of organizations
like JBAR possible.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: 20363 Antoinette St, Loxahatchee, FL 33470
Admission: Free — all are welcome
Pets: Dog-friendly event
Refreshments: Light bites will be served
The flag-raising is more than a symbolic act — it represents the values at the heart of JBAR’s
mission: freedom, second chances, and the unwavering belief that every life matters. JBAR will
dedicate The Meadows beneath the flag that represents the freedoms that make their mission
possible.
“Because of the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our
country, we are able to pursue our passions, serve our community, and save
animals in need. The flag we raise at The Meadows will fly as a daily reminder of
that gift — and of the hope that lives here.”
— Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue
Guests are invited to tour The Meadows, meet the rescue animals currently in JBAR’s care, and
be part of the official dedication of the property. Light refreshments will be provided. Leashed
dogs are welcome to attend alongside their owners.
The Meadows represents a significant milestone for JBAR — a dedicated facility that expands
the rescue’s ability to shelter, rehabilitate, and rehome animals across South Florida. The event
underscores the organization’s deep roots in the local community and its commitment to
operating with purpose and heart.
Second Chances Begin Here. Hope Lives Here. Freedom Makes It All Possible.
MEDIA CONTACT
Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue
The Meadows — 20363 Antoinette St, Loxahatchee, FL 33470
Website: justinbartlettanimalrescue.org
Contact: Peter Torres
Email: peter@justinbartlett.org
