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The Catsbury Park Cat Convention - A celebration of all things feline

originally published: 07/24/2024

(HOLMDEL, NJ) -- A celebration of all things feline, The Catsbury Park Cat Convention, hosted by Catsbury Park brings together influencers, educators, and entertainers under one roof to promote Catsbury's mission of "helping to save the lives of cats and kittens in need through rescue, TNR, and education at the Jersey Shore and beyond" to a broader audience. The event will be hosted at Bell Works in Holmdel on October 5, 2024, taking place from 11:00am - 7:00pm.

On this year’s event, Catsbury Park founder DJ Bornschein shares “We are beyond excited to bring this event back to the Jersey Shore! After a long hiatus, the timing couldn’t be more perfect. Long-time fans know they can expect an unforgettable experience, and newcomers are in for something unique.”

The event will feature 50+ vendors, selling cat-themed and cat-centric merchandise. Patrons can also visit the on-site cat café to spend time with adorable, adoptable kitties. Learn from expert speakers and panelists about wellness, rescue, and TNR, or join in on one of the many interactive events. In addition, Cat Tattoos by Neptune Tattooville will be present, as well as Sarah Potter who will be providing pet blessings, animal communication & tarot readings.

This year, Catsbury Park is thrilled to welcome Hannah "Kitten Lady" Shaw back to the Jersey Shore. Meet Hannah Shaw, The Kitten Lady, for an intimate meet-and-greet opportunity and a 90-minute workshop session. VIP ticket holders get exclusive access to Hannah's meet-and-greet and are guaranteed front-row reserved seating for her presentation. Limited tickets are available.

Hannah “Kitten Lady” Shaw joins Catsbury Park founder DJ Bornschein on stage, photo by Anne-Marie Caruso

Tickets range from $25-$75 and are available for purchase online.  Bell Works is located at 101 Crawfords Corner Road in Holmdel, New Jersey.




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Catsbury Park, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization based in Asbury Park, New Jersey. All proceeds from the event will benefit Catsbury Park Inc. and partnered charities.

Catsbury Park was founded in July 2016 by Jersey Shore native DJ Bornschein as a foster-based rescue. DJ brought over 25 kittens into his home, got them vetted, spayed & neutered, and eventually adopted. That summer, DJ had the vision to expand Catsbury Park, open NJ’s first cat cafe to help find homes for even more cats, and increase Catsbury Park’s visibility. Inspired by his visit to Cat Town Rescue and cat cafe in Oakland during his time in San Francisco, DJ brought this innovative idea to New Jersey.

Catsbury Park’s vision is a world where no cat or kitten has to go without a home or affordable access to spay and neuter. They invite the community to join us in their mission to save the lives of cats and kittens in need. Whether through adoption, volunteering, fostering, or donations, all support makes a difference.




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