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The April 5 event at the Laramar Ballroom will feature live music by Maurice Jule, live and silent auctions, plenty of food and vendors.

The event will begin at 5 p.m. in the ballroom at 710 First Ave. N.

“We hope to see everyone at this year’s Fur Ball,” said Rhonda Fitchett Hass, president of the Humane Society’s board. ” The Fur Ball is our most important fundraiser of the year.”

She said that Almost Home depends solely on donations and fundraisers to continue its important work of rescuing homeless dogs and cats. At the society’s shelter at 725 S. 32nd St. those pets are provided a safe haven until their new family comes along, falls in love and takes them to their new forever home, she said.

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Isaiah Degen, of Fort Dodge, begins a painting to be auctioned off at the end of the night for the Almost Home Humane Society of North Central Iowa’s 14th annual Fur Ball in April 2024 at the Fort Dodge Ford Lincoln Toyota dealership.

“There’s something for everyone to enjoy – food from Amigo’s, Larita’s and Lou Ann Garst, live music, silent and live auctions and vendors,” she said. “A fun night for everyone.”

The money raised at the Fur Ball helps to pay for animal food, veterinary bills, medicine, vaccinations, utilities and upkeep of the shelter.

Tickets cost $20 per person in advance. They can be purchased at the animal shelter or at Hy-Vee, 115 S. 29th St. Tickets will cost $25 at the door.

If You Go:

What: 15th annual Fur Ball

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Tracy Miller, of Fort Dodge, gives Nova a treat during the Almost Home Humane Society's 14th annual Fur Ball in April 2024 at the Fort Dodge Ford Lincoln Toyota dealership.

When: 5 p.m. April 5

Where: Laramar Ballroom, 710 First Ave. N.

Tickets: $20 in advance at animal shelter, 725 S. 32nd St and Hy-Vee, 115 S. 29th St. $25 at the door.