N.J. pets in need: March 15, 2021 Updated Mar 15, 2021; Facebook Share The Associated Humane Societies Newark location offers a Pet Food Pantry Program for area residents struggling to feed their pets. The AHS Newark location pantry is open on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from noon to 3 p.m. To receive aid, visitors will need to provide proof of hardship such as documentation from unemployment benefits or government assistance. Because of ongoing COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, the pet food pantry is available by appointment only; call 973-824-7080 to schedule an appointment. *** After having to cancel the event in 2020 for the first time in decades, Associated Humane Societies/Popcorn Park will once again hold its Annual Gift Auction in 2021