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8th annual Paws on the Catwalk Luncheon


  • By Black Tie Staff
  • | 2:30 p.m. April 17, 2014
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Guests will be greeted at 10:30am with a special welcome cocktail to begin their action-packed day. As music fills the air, guests will also have the opportunity to bid on fabulous silent auction items and shop at some of Sarasota's hottest boutiques. Live entertainment will be like none other with surprising guest appearances and the amazing Jonathan Cortez who will be sure to dazzle the crowd! An amazing fashion show featuring both two and four-legged models in fabulous designs from INfluence Style and Influence Men will complete the wonderful afternoon. Tickets are just $125 each and sponsorship opportunities are available. All proceeds from the 8th Annual Paws on the Catwalk will benefit the Humane Society of Sarasota County. To purchase tickets, please visit hssc.org/pawsonthecatwalk.
Terri Antonelli, James Hayward, Jean Hamilton and Debbie Amato
Terri Antonelli, James Hayward, Jean Hamilton and Debbie Amato
The Humane Society of Sarasota County held its 8th annual Paws on the Catwalk luncheon Thursday, April 17, at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.
The Humane Society of Sarasota County held its 8th annual Paws on the Catwalk luncheon Thursday, April 17, at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.
The Humane Society of Sarasota County held its 8th annual Paws on the Catwalk luncheon Thursday, April 17, at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.
The Humane Society of Sarasota County held its 8th annual Paws on the Catwalk luncheon Thursday, April 17, at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.
Monica Barth and Shana Zamikoff
Monica Barth and Shana Zamikoff
Monica Barth and Shana Zamikoff
Monica Barth and Shana Zamikoff
Julie Carlson and Bret Lageson
Julie Carlson and Bret Lageson
The centerpieces at Paws on the Catwalk
The centerpieces at Paws on the Catwalk
Molly Crawford, Courtney Jones, Michele Burnett and Rachel Hautamaki
Molly Crawford, Courtney Jones, Michele Burnett and Rachel Hautamaki
Linda Daniel, Jane Robinson, Karen Gray, Wendy Kadel and Sharon Wallace
Linda Daniel, Jane Robinson, Karen Gray, Wendy Kadel and Sharon Wallace
Drew, a five year-old dog available for adoption at The Human Society of Sarasota County
Drew, a five year-old dog available for adoption at The Human Society of Sarasota County
Mia, the five year-old Shih Tzu available for adoption at The Humane Society of Sarasota County
Mia, the five year-old Shih Tzu available for adoption at The Humane Society of Sarasota County
Polar Bear, the three year-old terrier available for adoption at The Human Society of Sarasota County
Polar Bear, the three year-old terrier available for adoption at The Human Society of Sarasota County
Uschi Essex and Karen Billings
Uschi Essex and Karen Billings
Models practice walking with the dogs before the Paws on the Catwalk fashion show
Models practice walking with the dogs before the Paws on the Catwalk fashion show
Dana Ferreira, Ali Jaynes and Rian Jones
Dana Ferreira, Ali Jaynes and Rian Jones
Debbie Ferro, Patricia Shelita and Terry Platt
Debbie Ferro, Patricia Shelita and Terry Platt
Jessica Hays and Brigid Saah
Jessica Hays and Brigid Saah
Jessica Hays and Brigid Saah
Jessica Hays and Brigid Saah
Guests enjoyed a fashion show produced by Influence Style at the 8th annual Paws on the Catwalk luncheon.
Guests enjoyed a fashion show produced by Influence Style at the 8th annual Paws on the Catwalk luncheon.
Guests enjoyed a fashion show produced by Influence Style at the 8th annual Paws on the Catwalk luncheon.
Guests enjoyed a fashion show produced by Influence Style at the 8th annual Paws on the Catwalk luncheon.
Guests enjoyed a fashion show produced by Influence Style at the 8th annual Paws on the Catwalk luncheon.
Guests enjoyed a fashion show produced by Influence Style at the 8th annual Paws on the Catwalk luncheon.
Rebecca Kochelek (with a basket full of kittens), Heidi Venters and Liz Logan
Rebecca Kochelek (with a basket full of kittens), Heidi Venters and Liz Logan
Heidi Lagro, Cheryl Clark and Chris Currie
Heidi Lagro, Cheryl Clark and Chris Currie
Lucy Ledezma and Michele Burnett
Lucy Ledezma and Michele Burnett
Lucy Ledezma and Michele Burnett
Lucy Ledezma and Michele Burnett
Jon Lee and Samantha Jennen
Jon Lee and Samantha Jennen
Jon Lee and Samantha Jennen
Jon Lee and Samantha Jennen
Lori Liguori, Tiffany Khleif and Valerie Lubus
Lori Liguori, Tiffany Khleif and Valerie Lubus
Kimberly Manooshian and Laurel Corriueau
Kimberly Manooshian and Laurel Corriueau
The Human Society of Sarasota sold merchandise during the cocktail reception, including the event’s signature #RescuesRock shirt.
The Human Society of Sarasota sold merchandise during the cocktail reception, including the event’s signature #RescuesRock shirt.
Co-Chairs Alex Miller and Chris Voelker in their #RescuesRock shirts at Paws on the Catwalk.
Co-Chairs Alex Miller and Chris Voelker in their #RescuesRock shirts at Paws on the Catwalk.
State Street Eating House provided a mojito station for guests at Paws on the Catwalk.
State Street Eating House provided a mojito station for guests at Paws on the Catwalk.
Marilee Namaka, Kasey Stetler and Lynne Huff
Marilee Namaka, Kasey Stetler and Lynne Huff
Anna Nekoranec and Tatiana Twarowski
Anna Nekoranec and Tatiana Twarowski
Anna Nekoranec and Tatiana Twarowski
Anna Nekoranec and Tatiana Twarowski
Alfredo Ordonez, Gabriela Pelleova, Dave Johnson and Kinga Huse
Alfredo Ordonez, Gabriela Pelleova, Dave Johnson and Kinga Huse
Melody and Jurgen Otto
Melody and Jurgen Otto
Melody and Jurgen Otto
Melody and Jurgen Otto
Two puppies at The Human Society of Sarasota County were offered in the live auction at Paws on the Catwalk.
Two puppies at The Human Society of Sarasota County were offered in the live auction at Paws on the Catwalk.
Linda Rando, Pam Sullivan, Betty Huoni, Page Halpin and Kristi Cuza
Linda Rando, Pam Sullivan, Betty Huoni, Page Halpin and Kristi Cuza
Janet Rice, Sandy Davis and Susie Chinn
Janet Rice, Sandy Davis and Susie Chinn
Janet Rice, Sandy Davis and Susie Chinn
Janet Rice, Sandy Davis and Susie Chinn
Elena Reuter, Linda Doan and Haily Cavalluzzi
Elena Reuter, Linda Doan and Haily Cavalluzzi
Shelley Sarbey and Elisabeth Waters
Shelley Sarbey and Elisabeth Waters
Shelley Sarbey and Elisabeth Waters
Shelley Sarbey and Elisabeth Waters
Tatyana Sharoubim and Amanda Waag
Tatyana Sharoubim and Amanda Waag
Brandon Stockfis and Brad Ward
Brandon Stockfis and Brad Ward
The Human Society of Sarasota County held its 8th annual Paws on the Catwalk luncheon Thursday, April 17, at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.
The Human Society of Sarasota County held its 8th annual Paws on the Catwalk luncheon Thursday, April 17, at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.
Co-Chairs Chris Voelker and Alex Miller
Co-Chairs Chris Voelker and Alex Miller
Co-Chairs Chris Voelker and Alex Miller
Co-Chairs Chris Voelker and Alex Miller
Shana Zamikoff, Monica Barth, Jill Middleton, Elena Reuter and Kimberly Manooshian
Shana Zamikoff, Monica Barth, Jill Middleton, Elena Reuter and Kimberly Manooshian

 

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