Henry's Calendar

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The City of DeLand is excited to announce the launch of a charity calendar featuring the DeLand Fire Department’s beloved firehouse dog, Henry. 

The 12-month calendar is sponsored by AdventHealth DeLand and features professional photographs at Fire Station 81 and in-studio by Canovas Photography.

In 2022, a stray dog sauntered to the grand opening of the DeLand Fire Station 81 and photo-bombed the ribbon cutting. After 30 days of not being claimed, the Boston Terrier-Beagle mix (we did a DNA test!) found his forever home at Fire Station 81. 

The fire department named him Henry “Hank,” after our city’s founder.

As Henry's fame grew, it was clear he had the potential to be a shining star of community engagement. However, it turns out Henry had other priorities. More often than not, firefighters and staff find him napping or indulging in a snack rather than attending to his "duties." 

Henry has claimed several spots around the firehouse as his own personal retreats, including Chief Allen's office, and he’s been known to enjoy the occasional sun-soaked nap on the back patio. 

Since we couldn’t quite harness Henry’s talent for community engagement, we realized it was time to put him to work in a way that suited him best. And so, the idea for a Henry-themed calendar was born—100 percent of the proceeds will benefit the firefighters' charity of choice, the Childhood Cancer Foundation. 

Each page of the calendar features helpful fire safety tips and important reminders to keep you and your loved ones safe year-round.

Now, Henry’s lack of work ethic is actually working for a great cause!

How to purchase

  • The calendar can be purchased online at the link below. 
  • Once you have purchased it, the calendars may be picked up on the first floor of City Hall, 120 South Florida Avenue. Show your receipt to Utility Billing and we will give your calendar to you. 
  • We anticipate the calendars being ready for pickup the week of December 16.
  • The calendar will also be available for purchase at select locations throughout town.

To purchase your calendar, click here! (Please note the calendars purchased online are available for pickup at City Hall only)