Families, kids and friendly dogs are all welcome to join a free and fun day in the park. Hoot in the Park will be held on Saturday, November 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Wickham Park in the pavilion and is sponsored by Swift Paws. Festivities will include a dog lure course, live ambassador animals from Florida Wildlife Hospital, food, activities, Brevard County Sheriff Office-Animal Services Mobile Adoption Unit and vendors with great holiday gift ideas. In addition, Santa will be on hand for photos while he is vacationing in Florida before the holiday rush. The lure course is great fun for dogs and spectators alike and participants can reserve a spot ahead of time at LureCourseBrevard.com. This year, a smaller lure course will be added for those who would like to try it for the first time. Proceeds from this event benefit the many patients at Florida Wildlife Hospital & Sanctuary, Inc.