New Orleans’ sights, sounds and flavors will greet guests at Pets & People Humane Society’s fun-filled Mardi Gras-style gala on Saturday, Sept. 28 in Yukon.
The gala and silent auction theme is “Mardi Gras for Furry Paws.”
“Our organization’s annual fundraiser helps hundreds of our homeless, rescued pets find furrever homes,” said Christi McRee, Pets & People Humane Society president. “The gala also brings our friends and new people together who share our passion for saving pets’ lives.”
Guests are encouraged to arrive as early as 6:30 p.m. Sept. 28 at Dale Robertson Center, 1200 Lakeshore Drive, to have a drink and preview a carefully curated silent auction with more than 300 items.
Suggested attire is Mardi Gras style or formal wear.
“This year’s gala is incredibly exciting with silent auction items like date night packages, massages, pickleball, art, jewelry, collectors’ items, an outdoor fire table, a bar cart and even a seven-day beachfront stay,” said Rhonda Bryant, Mardi Gras gala organizer and Pets & People board member.
“We encourage everyone to get their tickets now for this fun evening in support of a great cause,” added Peggy Nichols, Pets & People vice president.
Gala tickets are on sale now at https://tinyurl.com/39mh7ddj with single seat, tickets for two or Krewe tables available in gold or silver sponsor levels.
New Orleans krewes stages parades or other events for Mardi Gras.
Tickets include an authentic New Orleans dinner and dessert catered by The Big Easy in Yukon.
Wine and beer will be available for purchase.
All guests will receive swag bags.
Gold and silver sponsors will take home gold or silver swag bags with special items selected especially for them.
Amy Young, Pets & People executive director and Gala master of ceremonies, will entertain guests, present awards and introduce other speakers.
Guest speakers are two of the original Pets & People Humane Society founders, Pam Wright and Jody Harlan.
To donate auction items or get more Gala information, contact Bryant at rhondabryantrocks@yahoo.com or (405) 651-8998.
To find out about becoming a Pets & People member, adopting, fostering, volunteering or donating, visit https://www.petsandpeople.com/, email info@petsandpepole.com or phone (405) 367-7156 during business hours.
ABOUT PETS & PEOPLE
Pets & People Humane Society, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit, volunteer-based group that focuses on rescuing dogs and cats from local municipal shelters.
Pets are given appropriate vaccinations, microchipped, tested for diseases, given preventative medications, spayed or neutered and then sheltered until responsible homes are found.
Since beginning this mission in 1993, Pets & People has rescued and placed more than 55,000 dogs and cats.
Check out Pets & People’s pets available now for adoption at https://www.petsandpeople.com/adopt/.
