2011 Fur Ball Event Information
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Chicago’s premier pet-friendly black tie gala will draw more than 750 guests at Chicago's famous Drake Hotel, many escorted by their canine companions. Lucky dogs in attendance will be treated to a doggie buffet, animal communicator and dog spa, complete with an animal masseuse. Human companions will enjoy silent and live auctions with one-of-a-kind items, raffle, dancing and dinner buffet.
Date: 6 p.m. Friday, November 11, 2011
Location: The Drake Hotel, 140 East Walton Place
Tickets: $400 for humans, $100 for pets.
*Tickets for Adults under the age of 35 (on 11/11/2011): $250 for humans, $100 for pets.
Special thanks to our Silent/Live auction donors >
PAWS Chicago would like to thank the following for their in-kind donations >
Fur Ball Raffle
- A weekend getaway to Washington, D.C. for two, including airfare, with a two-night stay at the Park Hyatt Washington D.C. The hotel stay includes luxury accommodations in a signature Premier Park Deluxe room with breakfast for two daily.
A state-of-the-art 40” Sony Bravia EX high-definition television courtesy of GSN – Game Show Network- Four third row Club Box Cubs tickets to a game of the winner’s choosing during the 2012 season (subject to availability)
- Come party at PAWS! You will receive a fully-supplied pizza party for 15-20 people held at the PAWS Chicago Adoption and Humane Center—perfect for child or adult birthdays, office celebrations, or just a weekend get-together with friends! (Beer and wine included if desired)
For more information about PAWS Chicago's Fur Ball, please contact Beth Wawrzaszek at 773-843-4884 or email at bethw@pawschicago.org
2011 Fur Ball Sponsors
Grand Benefactors
- Barack Ferrazzano Kirschbaum & Nagelberg LLP
- Bruce and Deborah Crown
- Peter and Paula Fasseas
- Lynne Cooper Harvey Foundation
- Friends of Mr. Itchy
- Ann Lurie
- Julian and Amy Mack
- Joanna Mallers
- Dr. Kurt & Julie Miller and Winnetka Animal Hospital
- Passionate Paws
- PETCO Foundation
- Brenda and Jack Pickleman
- Mayari and Bob Pritzker
- Judy & Howard Tullman and Bonnie & James Spurlock
- Michael and Nancy Timmers
- Kirkland and Ellis LLP
- Marc, Sandy and Lauren Walfish
- Carol and John Walter
Airline, Decor and Media Sponsors
- American Airlines, Kehoe Designs, Chicago Magazine
Benefactors
- Bartlit Beck Herman Palenchar & Scott LLP
- The Canning Family
- Michael and Susan Frank
- Sheryl and Chip Lesch
- Arthur C. Nielsen, Jr.
- Noah's Ark Pet Supply
- Gregory Pappas and Brandon Wilson
- Suzanne J. Prysak
- Jeff and Ashley Quicksilver
- Jim and Dawn O’Neal
- Sharon Faigin and Louis Rosenthal
- Susan Karkomi and Marvin Leavitt
- Julie and David Shorr
- The Markos Family
- Mr. and Mrs. William Smithburg
- Michael and Nancy Timmers
- Michael Sweig Foundation
- Pam and Ed Carey
- Walton Street Capital
- Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Weisler
Patrons
- Galleria Marchetti
- Goldman Sachs & Co.
- Lincoln Park 2520
- Thompson Coburn LLP
Special Thanks
