Art Paws A Note from Ellyn

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1 Paws for Love Foundation Spring 2018 We can t save every animal in the world but we can give the world to every animal we save. 20th Anniversary Paws for Love Animal Art Sale & Auction Gala February 9, 2019 Save the date! WHAT S INSIDE: Looking Back 2 The 19 th Annual Gala in Pictures 3 About Paws, Lessons from Lucy, Yappy Hour 4 Is Your Dog an Artist?, Silver Paws for Vets, Dine & Donate 5 Spin for Paws, Art Wine & Love, Meet Daniel Bell 6 Good Byes, Special Thanks 7 Calendar of Events, Contact Us 8 LIKE us on FACEBOOK! Paws for Love Foundation Art Paws A Note from Ellyn This newsletter began as the Fall 2017 issue and then came the October fires. Weeks passed, and then months. The newsletter experienced several rewrites during that time. Many members of our Paws for Love family lost homes, jobs their pets. We lost the clean air we breathe, the landscape we loved, and the familiar landmarks which gave us our sense of place. We were stunned we still are. Our losses are many, but we did not lose our spirit or strength or hope. Our 19 th annual Paws for Love gala saw the largest attendance ever. Neighbors, friends, and strangers came together in support of making life better for homeless pets and many were themselves without their homes. It was a community in mourning a community healing. And just as if they knew exactly what we needed, the Silver Paws for Love senior dogs pranced into the auditorium on the red carpet right on cue -- as the disco ball sparkled and twirled warming the hearts of all our guests - reminding us how strong we are, and how much work there is yet to be done. We are needed. Many thanks to Mutt Lynch and Pedroncelli Wineries, Iron Horse Vineyards, and Korbel Champagne for their incredible generosity; and special thanks to Ulrike Steinke and her crew for making their hors d oeuvres magic in the kitchen! As we move into our 20th year, this little benefit art show has grown to become a vital safety net for countless homeless pets throughout the West. At least 1,600 shelter and rescue pets have shared their artistic paws with us in the past 2 decades, creating original works of art which now hang in homes from Coast to Coast. You may support Paws for Love and the work we do by letting your dog show off his or her artistic talent. Check out our upcoming paw-painting events: Artsy Dogs of Kokomo at Kokomo Winery, and our famous UN-agility games at West Wines when Barks & Art in the Vineyard returns with the famous Wine Barrel Dash. A brand new event will take place in October at White Oak Winery the Black & White Ball. When your dog paints for Paws for Love, you will go home with a cherished work of art created by your own Pawcasso - and you will be helping homeless pets at the same time. 20 th Anniversary Paws for Love February 9, PM Finley Community Center, Santa Rosa 1

2 Looking back at some of the highlights of last fall In September, West Wines gave us Barks & Art in the Vineyard, featuring our world famous Wine Barrel Dash. Participants large and small, young and old, all dashed excellently! On Veterans Day, we rolled out SILVER PAWS FOR VETS an adoption program for senior pets and veterans. Special thanks to our host Hampton Inn, Windsor! Black & Silver Friday at Roadhouse Winery Our annual silver tree to honor Silver Paws for Love pets The Paws for Love Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit corporation 2

3 WELCOME to the 19 th Annual Paws for Love Gala! The heart of the event: 75 captivating works of art created by shelter pets. Thank you, Art Team! Silver Paws for Love guests large and small enjoyed the evening The live auction offered wine, getaways, and a vintage travel trailer doghouse Special guests Sonoma Co. Animal Services and Green Dog Rescue gather their Silver Paws dogs onstage An evening of art, auctions, and love to benefit animals in need!. Thank you to sponsors Mutt Lynch Winery Iron Horse Vineyards Pedroncelli Winery Korbel Champagne Ulrike Steinke Betty Ann Sutton Best Friends 3

4 ABOUT Paws If you are new to Paws for Love, let us introduce ourselves: we provide vital resources to homeless, abused, and forgotten pets throughout the West. Our fundraising pays for such things as emergency surgeries for abandoned pets, support for rescue efforts, and adoption promotion. In addition, our two Silver Paws for Love adoption programs fund adoptions of senior pets to senior citizens and to Veterans finding loving homes for older pets. We rely on our fundraisers throughout the year including our annual Paws for Love gala in Feb. as well as grants and private donations. MANY WAYS TO HELP! If your workplace has a giving program, please consider adding the Paws for Love Foundation as your choice this year. Your donation will be a lifesaving choice Wine! Nibbles! Raffle! for homeless animals at risk. Yappy Hour! Friday, May 11 th, 4-7 pm Tasting Room on the Green 9050 Windsor Rd, Windsor And dogs are invited, too! So, put on your party paws! *** proceeds benefit the Paws for Love Foundation HOW YOU CAN HELP Attend one of our events and have your dog create a masterpiece Host a fundraiser for us Volunteer Donate See our website to learn more! Lessons from Lucy Paws in the sand a walk on the beach with my special person. Life is good. P.A.W.W. Pet Adoption & Wellness Weekend Saturday, July 14 th, 11 am 4 pm Games * Prizes * Auction ADOPTIONS! Paws for Love will be on hand to answer questions about our sponsorship of senior pet adoptions Put a paw print on your calendar! 4

5 Is your Dog an Artist? Let s find out! Introducing Silver Paws for Vets Our latest adoption program to encourage the adoption of senior pets Paws for Love will sponsor the adoption fee for any qualifying Veteran who adopts a senior pet from Green Dog Rescue or Sonoma Co. Animal Services. You will receive a special Welcome Home bag, too! Learn more at Paws will be in the paint this summer & fall on these dates: Aug. 11 th Kokomo Winery Sept. 22 nd West Wines Oct.20 th White Oak Winery You bring the paws We ll bring the paint! Watch for details on our website or on our Facebook page Now you can shop on Amazon and HELP NEEDY PETS at the same time! Support the Paws for Love Foundation each time you make a purchase by using the link below! Dine & Donate! Gather your family and friends to enjoy delicious food in a fun atmosphere while earning money for Paws for Love! All day Tuesday, May 22 nd 11 am to 11 pm -- BJ s will donate 20% of food and soft beverage sales to the Paws for Love Foundation. A printed flyer must be presented see our website and Facebook page for your flyer. Offer valid for dine-in & take out. 334 A Coddingtown Center, Santa Rosa 5

6 Spin for Paws! On Friday, June 22 nd Parkpoint Healthclub will host a fundraiser for the Paws for Love Foundation 1200 N Dutton, Santa Rosa Wine & beer, snacks, raffle, & spinning class :00 7:00 pm You need not be a member to join the fun! Sign up for a class in advance by calling Parkpoint, or simply stop in, have a drink, & take a chance on many wonderful raffle prizes and support animals in need. Everyone is welcome! Darren is one of the many senior pets who have found their perfect new home through the Silver Paws for Love adoption program, serving senior pets 6 and older, and senior humans 55 and older. Heartfelt THANKS to our partners Sonoma County Animal Services (Darren s alma mater), Green Dog Rescue Project, and Forgotten Felines of Sonoma County. For more information, go to Art, Wine & Love! Show your love for the art and advocacy that is the Paws for Love Foundation. Our delicious 2014 Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon is a wonderful way for you to support the innovative/artistic work they are doing on behalf of unwanted and abused animals. The label says it all love is a beautiful thing ~ Mutt Lynch Winery For every bottle sold, Paws for Love will receive 25% Get yours today! Tasting Room on the Green in Windsor, or order through muttlynchwinery.com Available at Yappy Hour! May 11th Meet our Director of Volunteers Daniel Bell has worked with several animal rescue organizations, from helping as a dog walker/trainer to managing websites. His background is in online marketing and website design. Daniel grew up in Santa Rosa, attended college in Toronto and New York. He moved back to Sonoma County after attending NYU. When not outside, enjoying his own dogs, he s out finding homes for his clients and selling real estate. If you are interested in volunteering, Daniel@pawsforlove.info 6

7 With love and sadness, we say good-bye Becky Malerbi Bella Rouge Boone Silver Paws Sophie & All the Pets lost in the Fire F ires You are never n absent from our hearts The Paws for Love Foundation is proud to have been able to assist the following organizations in rescuing, providing comfort & care, offering a second chance to abandoned pets: Forgotten Felines of Sonoma Co. Animal Adoption Center Best Friends Animal Society All Points West GSP Rescue Hound Sanctuary Animal Friends of the Valleys Build a Rescue Kennel Utah Valley Animal Hospital Moonsong Malamute Rescue Sequoia Humane Society Animal Town Sanctuary Redwood Pals Rescue,, Old Dogs New Tricks 4 Paws Rescue and Sanctuary NorCal Cocker Rescue,, Calif. Pit Bull Rescue Green Dog Rescue Project Sonoma Co. Animal Services Second Chance Bunnies,, The Rescued Dog Kimie s Kritters Pet Rescue Arctic Breeds Rescue,, Camp Cocker H.E.L.P.,, START, Low Riders of the West Wonder Dog Rescue, Kitty Devore Rescue Austin Pets Alive (Hurricane Harvey Relief) Paw Works, Inc. - & more! The Paws for Love Foundation wishes to extend our heartfelt gratitude to some amazing folks who help us in so many ways ~ Mutt Lynch Winery Iron Horse Vineyards Pedroncelli Winery Korbel California Champagnes Ulrike Steinke Blue Dog Bakery Robin Ferguson & Traci Long A. Long Music Alice Sleeth Lynn Badger Jim & Edie Partridge JoAnne & Aldo Malerbi George Boone Pat Delaplane Digital Xpress Kokomo Winery West Wines Roadhouse Winery Tasting Room on the Green Russian River Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence Sonoma Co. Animal Services Green Dog Rescue Project Forgotten Felines Animal Adoption Center Framing Arts of Healdsburg Lagunitas Brewing Co. Bennet Valley Pet Center Western Farm Center Fideaux Susan Valera Peg Wessel Judy Widger & Betty Sip! Stay! Yappy Hour! May 11 th, 4-7 pm Mutt Lynch Winery Tasting Room on the Green 9050 Windsor Rd Windsor Muttlynchwinery.com 7

8 Paws for Love Foundation Board of Directors Ellyn Boone President Lynn Badger Vice Pres. Alice Sleeth Secretary Karen Rogers Treasurer Susan Foppiano-Valera, Pat Delaplane, & JoAnne Malerbi - Directors I love cats because I enjoy my home; and little by little, they become its visible soul. Jean Cocteau Paw Prints on the Calendar! Check out our upcoming EVENTS: MAY 11 th Yappy Hour Friday, 4-7 PM Tasting Room on the Green Windsor JUNE 22 nd Spin for Paws! Friday, 5-7 PM Parkpoint Health Club 1200 N. Dutton Ave Santa Rosa Because of the dog's joyfulness, our own is increased. It is no small gift. It is not the least reason why we should honor as love the dog of our own life, and the dog down the street, and all the dogs not yet born. ~ Mary Oliver Fetch n Find us! Ellyn Jaques Boone Executive Director Ellyn@pawsforlove.info Daniel Bell Director of Volunteers Daniel@pawsforlove.info Paws for Love Foundation PO Box 9004, Santa Rosa, CA JULY 14 th PAWW Event Saturday, 11AM-4 PM Airport Cinemas, Santa Rosa AUG 11 th Artsy Dogs of Kokomo Saturday, 11 AM 4 PM Kokomo Winery 4791 Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg SEPT 22 nd Barks & Art in the Vineyard & our World Famous WINE BARREL DASH! Saturday, 11AM 4 PM West Wines 1000 Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg 20 th ANNIVERSARY PAWS FOR LOVE The Gala! Saturday, Feb. 9 th, to 10 pm Finley Community Center 2060 W. College Ave., Santa Rosa Save the date! 8