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PAWS Shelter and Humane Society Announces Fall Harvest Feast and Art Auction - Nov. 6th

PAWS Shelter and Humane Society Announces Fall Harvest Feast and Art Auction
Enjoy a magnificent Mediterranean menu paired with locally crafted wine and beer, plus have an opportunity to bid on enchanting art from local artists, while helping local homeless and abandoned animals

Dripping Springs, Texas – October 18, 2011 – Enjoy a magnificent Mediterranean feast, and have an opportunity to bid on enchanting art from local artists, at the Fall Harvest Feast on Sunday, November 6, 2011, from 3pm – 6-pm at Onion Creek Kitchens at Juniper Hills Farm. All proceeds benefit PAWS Shelter and Humane Society, a no kill animal shelter. PAWS has been able to serve our local communities since 1986 thanks to funds raised at events like this.

The Fall Harvest Feast will feature a mouth-watering menu prepared by Sibby Barrett at her Onion Creek Kitchens at Juniper Hills Farm, located between Dripping Springs and Blanco. The exclusive Hill Country retreat is lauded nationally for its culinary creations and stunning setting. Sibby, who is currently featured in the October issue of "Edible Austin," will be using local and seasonal ingredients to pair perfectly with locally crafted beer and wine from Real Ale Brewing and Bell Springs Winery. The art auction will feature a stellar line-up of original art and limited editions.

For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.fallharvestfeast.com, email pawsevents@gmail.com, or call Beverly Cambron at (512) 673-0072.

The Fall Harvest Feast MenuTapas and Prosecco Pairings
House Made Focaccia with Harvest Grapes, Rosemary and Sea Salt
Sumptuous Antipasto and Salad Board
Gorgonzola Pasta
Pork and Chicken Braciole with Prosciutto and Provolone
Shrimp Limoncello
Pomegranate Fig Olive Tapenade Crostini
Italian Dessert Display
Cookies ~ Gelatos ~ Fresh Fruit Tarts

About PAWS Shelter and Humane SocietyThis year, PAWS Shelter and Humane Society, Hays County's only no-kill shelter for dogs and cats, celebrates its 25th Anniversary. PAWS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization devoted to caring for, protecting, and finding quality homes for abandoned and neglected animals. PAWS initiatives include aiding in the reduction of pet overpopulation, providing community education for the mutual benefit of animals and people, and the life-changing “Cell Dog” and “Visiting Pets” programs. For more information visit www.pawsshelter.org.

Green Gala for Austin Animal Center and the Corgi Celebration in Buda,

We've got two great events coming up: The Green Gala for the Austin Animal Center and the Corgi Celebration in Buda, TX.

On Saturday, October 22, 2011, Friends of Town Lake Animal Center will celebrate the new Austin Animal Center with Green Gala 2011. Friends of Town Lake Animal Center is hosting the Green Gala to help raise funds to purchase veterinary equipment, and to support future shelter needs such as spay/neuter vouchers, vaccination clinics, adoption drives – even dog treats!

After 50 years at the Town Lake location, the animal center will move this fall to a new, LEED Silver-certified facility. The theme for the gala emphasizes all the green aspects of the new animal shelter – keeping it local and uniquely Austin.

·         Music will be supplied by The Hot Club of Cowtown, whose members not only live here in Austin but also adopted their dog Eva from Town Lake Animal Center (she might even make an appearance at the party!).

·         Food, locally sourced and locally grown,will be served by Catering with a Twist, on biodegradable and recyclable dishes. Desserts by Whole Foods and Walton’s Fancy and Staple.

·         Beverages are local, too, with Republic Tequila, Enchanted Rock Vodka, Live Oak Brewing Company, Paula’s Texas Spirits, Aliseoand Texas Tea all pitching in.

·         The silent auction will feature special items from locally owned businesses and local artisans.

The Gala will be held on the grounds of the new Animal Center at 7201 Levander Loop.Tickets are on sale now.  The cost is $75(Gala only)/$125(Gala and Sponsor Cocktail Hour) per person.  Tickets may be purchased online at www.greengala2011.com.

Details

What:                    The Green Gala 2011 Benefiting the New Austin Animal Center

Who:                     Sponsored by Friends of Town Lake Animal Center

 When:                 Saturday, October 22, 2011

•             6– 7 pm:  Sponsor Cocktail Hour

•             7– 10 pm:  Gala

 Where:            The New Austin Animal Center on The Betty Dunkerley Campus

7201 Levander Loop

Austin, TX 78721

Websites:          Green Gala – http://www.greengala2011.com

 Friends of TLAC - http://www.friendsoftlac.org/

 New Austin Animal Center - http://www.friendsoftlac.org/newlocation.html

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The 2011 Corgi Celebration will treat its visitors – human and canine – to a royal celebration of the breed. In its 9^th year, the October 29 event includes entertainment such as a rescue parade, silent auction, and costume contest. Public performance demonstrations offer education and information about dog sports and activities such as agility, herding, obedience, pet therapy, rally and tracking. In addition, the event offers Herding Instinct Testing (sanctioned by PWCCA) and AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) testing.

The focus of Corgi Celebration is education and support for future Corgi owners and fanciers. We champion this wonderful dog breed, and actively support rescue efforts for Corgis and other dogs.

Since 2003, Corgi Celebration participants have raised over $27,000 to celebrate the breed and support Texas-based Corgi rescue programs. Proceeds from this year’s event will be donated to Corgis and Critters N.E.T. Rescue, Inc., which is committed to helping Pembroke Welsh Corgis, Cardigan Welsh Corgis, and their mixes. 

By royal proclamation, all Corgi fanciers and Corgis – with or without tails – are invited to attend! The Celebration takes place at 902 Canyon Wren Drive, Buda, Texas, 78610. Volunteers are welcome.

For more information about the event, visit: www.corgicelebration.com

EVENT CONTACT:

Jaime Bragg, Event Chair
overcorgis@austin.rr.com

Fur Festival for the Animal Trustees of Austin - November 14th

2010 FUR FESTIVAL BENEFITS ANIMAL TRUSTEES OF AUSTIN

Donations from the free event will benefit the pet wellness nonprofit

  

  L Style G Style presents the first annual Fur Festival Benefit and fundraiser.   Featured activities will include a holiday pet photo booth, nutritional talks with a pet health expert, medicinal compound information, paw clippings, training tips, raffle items, giveaways, retail items for purchase, car display and massages.  This event is free to the public.  All donations will benefit Animal Trustees of Austin. Pets are welcome but must remain leashed for the duration of the event. Water for pets and a lawn rest area will be provided.  Pet waste services to be provided by Dog Duty.  www.furfestivalbenefit.com

WHERE:        L Style G Style headquarters parking Lot

                        1412 Collier St. Building B

Austin, TX 78704

                       

WHEN:           Sunday, November 14

                        1:00pm-5:00pm

New Off Leash Nature Trail at Mary Moore Searight Park Fundraising Event

The brand new Off Leash Nature Trail at Mary Moore Searight Park off Slaughter Lane will open soon. The Friends of Mary Moore Searight Park and Austin Parks Foundation have been working on this project for the past two years. The project is almost complete, but the group is in need of some funding to complete the final stages by the end of the year. In order to accomplish this, they are holding a fund raising event at the end of the month.
 

The fund raising festivities is this Saturday October 30^th from 12 to 5 at the Mary Moore Searight Park Pavilion; 907 W. Slaughter Lane .  There will be a costume contest, silent auction, photo booth, and lots of pet related vendors.

Support the park by joining it, getting the word out, and donating to the cause.   

Dogtopia of Austin Hosts Annual Charity Dog Wash to Support Working Canines

Dogtopia, a full-service dog day care, spa and boutique, prides itself on being a place where pets are valued as family and­ where dogs enjoy endless playtime and spa treatments in a positive environment. Amy Nichols, president and founder of Dogtopia, began her campaign to raise awareness for military dogs, as well as working dogs of all kinds in July 2005. To accommodate the success of the campaign, she established a permanent charitable wing of her company called K-9 Support, where all dog wash donations in Austin will go toward.

On Sunday, July 18, 2010 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., you're invited to bring your dog for a spa treatment.  You (the human) will get to enjoy tasty nibbles, games, raffles, and other activities 

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 Location:

Dogtopia of Austin 

2105 RR 620 South
Building 1, Ste.101
Lakeway, TX 78734  

http://www.dogdaycare.com/austin/

    

Petcasso 2010: Animal Art from the Heart

Austin, TX

WHO:         Animal Trustees of Austin announces Petcasso 2010: Animal Art from the Heart

WHAT:  An annual evening of unleashed talent featuring canine and equine artistry to benefit the programs and services of Animal Trustees of Austin. Petcasso 2010 includes a lavish buffet dinner, silent auction and paintings created and presented by Austin animal artists and their owners for the live auction.

WHEN:  Sunday, February 21, 2010 from 6:00-9:00pm

WHERE: Dell Jewish Community Center, 7300 Hart Lane

BACKGROUND: Petcasso 2010 is Animal Trustees of Austin’s fourth annual animal art event to raise money for its programs providing quality and affordable health care for animals of low income and homeless residents of Austin.  Petcasso 2009 raised more than $170,000 to support ATA’s two clinics, with more than 85% of the proceeds going directly to serve animals in need.

TICKETS: Tickets start at $125. A table of 10 is $1,500. Sponsorships start at $2,500. Call Shir Laves at 512.371.1965 or email shir@animaltrustees.org for sponsor information and ticket sales.

EMCEE:  Jim Spencer

AUCTIONEER: Walt Roberts

ENTERTAINMENT:  Singer and songwriter Michael Clay

GALA CHAIR:  Carol Smith Adams

PUBLIC CONTACT: shir@animaltrustees.org or kevin@animaltrustees.org

MEDIA CONTACT:  Carol Adams, 512.657.1114, carolsadams@sbcglobal.net

WEBSITE: www.PetcassoAustin.org  and  www.AnimalTrustees.org

Kevin Farr
Communications Manager
Animal Trustees of Austin
Kevin@animaltrustees.org
Office: 512-371-1965
Cell: 917-873-5219
http://www.animaltrustees.org/ATA/site/about.asp