The 2nd Annual Wine & Whiskers Carnival, the organization's major fundraiser, took place on February 21, 2009 in Ridgway and was a smashing success! The silent and live auctions included over 200 items, the food was decadent, the Fashion Cabaret was sensational, and the dance party to conclude the evening was hopping!

This success was made possible by the hundreds of people that attended in support of the event and the hundreds of businesses and service providers who contributed a wide range of live and silent auction items and sponsorships. Regional restaurants and chefs were also critical in the success, donating a wonderful array of spectacular food to nourish all our guests.

Thank you all!! And for those who could not attend the event Kaycee Clark of Real Life Photographs is compiling a very fun slideshow of the event using great action photos that she took - including those posted on the left. Check in next week for the website. Thanks Kaycee!!

2010 EVENT SCHEDULE
Join us during our Fabulous FUNdraisers which are exciting and entertaining events for animal lovers and non-animal lovers alike. All proceeds from our events go directly toward our Second Chance animal care programs, another way for community members to support our mission!

3rd Annual Wine & Whiskers Carnival
February 2010 (see right side bar for details)
An evening of Carnival-style entertainment featuring wine, specialty foods from local restaurants, a fashion cabaret, a live & silent auction, and music & dancing.  For a preview of the fun please read about and see photos of the 2009 edition of this event in the left side bar.

Second Chance Adoptathon
Saturday, May 2010
Come by the shelter for spring fun - adoptable pets, Live Music, Bar-B-Q, Kids Games, Dog Games, and More!!

Love Your Valley Festival
June 2010
Join Second Chance and the Ouray County Community in a day of family and canine fun in Ridgway's Town Park. Obstacle courses, costume competitions, pet tricks and more for the canine/family team.  Live music & beer tasting all day!

Paws for Art
July 2010
A casually elegant early evening event featuring a Live Art Auction, complimentary wine, beer, appetizers and live music. Pet lover or not - you won't want to miss this Art Auction - with artist contributions of all genres.  This event is a uniquely fun evening at the Telluride Conference Center in Mountain Village

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Santa Paws is Coming to Town
November 2010
Get a keepsake photo of your dog(s) and/or family members with Santa!!

3rd Annual Wine & Whiskers Carnival

February 20th, Doors Open at 6 pm,

Ouray County 4-H Events Center

Tickets $35:  Available at our Thrift Shop or at the door.

• Complementary Wine 6 - 7 pm
• Local Chef Sampling 6 - 8 pm
• Silent and Live Auctions
• Fashion Cabaret
• Music & Dancing to the Music of DJ Antone
• Cash Bar

Be a Participant!

Auditions for Fashion Cabaret Models will be held on January 10th from 2 - 4 pm at the Ouray County 4-H Events Center.

Other Volunteer Activities Include:

• Assisting with Set-Up & Tear-Down
• Providing Support for Fashion Show
• Registration Check-In
• Kitchen Help
• Auction Support

Please call 970.626.2273 to learn more about these volunteer opportunities for the Wine & Whiskers Carnival.