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Bark Ball 2010

Quin Woodward Pu — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 13:09:10 +0000

– MEDIA ALERT/PHOTO OPPORTUNITY –

23^rd Annual Bark Ball

WHAT: The Washington Humane Society’s Bark Ball is a unique Black-tie event in the nation’s capital where you can bring your dog as your date!

The event raises more than a quarter of a million dollars a year for WHS program and services.

WHO: Judy Woodruff and Al Hunt will be our Event Co-Chairs and a famous dog with ties to the White House may make an appearance! The Bark Ball attracts DC’s biggest movers and shakers, including political heavy weights Mary Matalin and James Carville, DC sports owners Mark Lerner

and Sheila Johnson, as well as countless local and national elected officials.

VISUALS: Guests to the event will bring their four-legged friends as their dates. There will be a local celebrity parade, cocktails, a gourmet dinner, and an auction.

WHERE: Hilton Washington

1919 Connecticut Ave., NW

Washington, DC 20009

WHEN: Saturday, June 5^th

7:00p.m. – 9:00p.m.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Interview opportunities with high profile guests, WHS officials, event organizers as well as others will be available.

23rd Annual Bark Ball

Quin Woodward Pu — Thu, 20 May 2010 20:50:29 +0000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Date: May 20, 2010

Media Contact: Sabrina Fang

Phone: 202-683-1824 or 202-905-9978

E-mail: sfang@washhumane.org

Web site: www.washhumane.org

23^nd annual Bark Ball

Washington’s only black-tie gala for the four-on-the floor

The Washington Humane Society’s Bark Ball is a very unique celebration; a black-tie event in the nation’s capital where you can bring your dog as your date! The event raises more than a quarter of a million dollars a year.

This year veteran journalists Judy Woodruff and Al Hunt will be our Event Co-Chairs and a famous dog with ties to the White House may make an appearance! The Bark Ball is being supported by everyone from Bob and Elizabeth Dole, Mary Matalin and James Carville, to Sheila Johnson and Mark Lerner.

All proceeds from the Bark Ball will go towards the most vulnerable beings in our community – the homeless animals of the District, and people who are in difficult situations with their pets. This year we expect to care for nearly 12,000 animals in our shelters, and to respond to calls from community members about an additional 14,000 animals experiencing some form of distress in the District.

Bark Ball is the Washington Humane Society’s largest annual fund raiser, and the fact that we have entered our second decade with this event is a testament to its reputation as a treasured and much anticipated Washington tradition.

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MEDIA AVAILABILTY:

Members of the press can meet and interview WHS President & CEO, Lisa LaFontaine and guests.

Event: 23^rd Annual Bark Ball

Date: Saturday, June 5^th 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Location: Hilton Washington, 1919 Connecticut Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20009

Contact: Sabrina Fang, WHS Director of Marketing and Communications, sfang@washhumane.org, 202-683-1824 or 202-905-9978

The Washington Humane Society, the only Congressionally-chartered animal welfare agency in the United States, has been the leading voice for animals in the District of Columbia since 1870. As the only open-access shelter in the nation’s capital, no call for help goes unanswered, and no animal is ever turned away. The Washington Humane Society provides comfort and care to more than 30,000 animals each year through its broad range of programs and services including: sheltering, adoption, humane law enforcement, spay and neuter, humane education, human – animal rehabilitation programs, and lost and found services.

For more information please call or e-mail the media contact above or visit: www.washhumane.org

Fashion For Paws this Saturday

Quin Woodward Pu — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 14:06:45 +0000

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

April 6, 2010

Contact: Tara de Nicolas

Executive Director, Fashion for Paws

Washington Humane Society

Phone: 540-220-8272

E-mail:

TdeNicolas@washhumane.org



Fashion for Paws Ready to Rock the Catwalk



Washington, DC – On April 10, 2010 from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. the 4th annual



F4P infuses the nation’s capital with cutting edge high fashion, drawing an extraordinary crowd of VIP’s, fashion and animals lovers alike. The fashion show and fundraising event features sixty notable personalities as the models on the runway. F4P includes 3 different categories of models walking the runway, with one category comprised of fundraising models who participate in a friendly fundraising competition. The top male and female fundraiser will be awarded the title “F4P Model Washingtonian of the Year,” on the runway. So far, the leading female model fundraiser,



This year, Tysons Galleria retailer’s Saks Fifth Avenue, Betsey Johnson, Seven for All Mankind, Karen Millen, Ermenegildo Zegna, Nicole Miller, Basler, Liljenquist & Beckstead, Cole Haan, Aram and more, will dominate the runway. Production sponsor Syzygy Events has created a one of a kind event design and runway and Sachi Sood of PartyLand Event & Décor has created a magical design with linens and flowers for the VIP tables.



The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) is flying in an eleven piece couture collection, in addition of having top design student, Clay Sadler, create a spectacular gown inspired by our sponsor, Vitaminwater Zero, which will all be displayed in the HDO tent, named our FIDM Gallery. Make-up will be done by Chanel and hair will be styled by Toka Salon & Day Spa.



Aba Kwawu



Canine Couture will be created by Barkley Square Gourmet Dog Bakery & Boutique as well as WagTime, and will be in keeping with the designs worn by the two-legged models on the runway.



Teatro Goldoni



Also, new this year will also be a phenomenal silent auction with items such as a 3 night Bed & Breakfast Package in a one Bedroom Canopy Suite at the luxurious Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica, 4 tickets to American Idol, autographed Michael Jordon basketball, 2 VIP tickets to talk show filming in Hollywood, John Varvatos suit, 4 VIP concert tickets and Meet n’ Greet laminates with photo op with a famous rock band, custom Zegna suit, autographed Washington Capital’s Hockey stick, Obagi Skincare package, 2 night stay at the Nemacolin Woodlands Resort with 2 nights boarding at their new pet spa, and so much more!

restaurant will be the VIP table catering sponsor, providing lavish Italian fare for VIP table guests, along with bottle service for provided for VIP tables by Emperor Vodka. New this year will be Benefactors Reception for VIP Table Buyers beginning at 7:00 p.m., and dinner being served to each table at 7:30 p.m. will be behind the scenes again this year working to organize the styling of the models and the run of the fashion show; a challenging task considering the volume of models and retailers on this year’s runway. Fashion for Paws (F4P) event will take place at the Embassy of Italy to benefit the Washington Humane Society (WHS). This year, the event will be Chaired by Amanda Polk, with the Executive Committee Co-Chaired by Windy Shepard and Heather Guay. The Mistress of Ceremonies will be Pamela Sorensen. Dr. Dondi Dahlgaard has raised more than $20,000, with model Sunanda Patel following closely behind, raising almost $17,000. Thanks to our sponsors and all of our models, Fashion for Paws 2010 has raised more than $288,000 already, with the goal of raising $350,000.



The official F4P after party for all F4P attendees will take place at Josephine Lounge from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 a.m.



All proceeds from Fashion for Paws benefit the Washington Humane Society (WHS). WHS, the only Congressionally-chartered animal welfare agency in the United States, has been the Washington, DC area’s leading voice for animals since 1870. As the only open-access shelter in the Nation’s Capital, WHS provides comfort and care to over 30,000 animals each year through its broad range of programs and services including sheltering, adoption, spay and neuter, CatNiPP, humane law enforcement, lost and found, human–animal therapy programs and humane education in city schools. Visit:



For more information and a full list of 2010 models, committee and sponsors please visit,

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Sugar and Champagne with the Washington Humane Society

Quin Woodward Pu — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:22:04 +0000

With the Washington Humane Society kicking off its whirlwind Spring and Sumeer programs like Fashion for Paws and the upcoming annual Bark Ball, covered last year by Little Black Blog, Sugar and Champagne was the perfect sweet season opener for the animal-friendly organization. Featuring treats for both pampered pooches and cocktail-attired humans alike, the Sugar and Champagne event, held at the Ritz Carlton, was fun for the entire family (including the pets)! Check out desserts, well-dressed attendees, and their equally dapper doggies:

Photo Credit: Amanda Holcomb

This sassy pooch had just finished a biscuit that looked remarkably like something a human would eat.

A handsome dog and his master’s awesome shoes.

Doggie treats for humans

Sibling rivalry?

It’s exhausting posing all night long

Little Black Blog Editor-in-Chief Quin Woodward Pu with Roby Penn, IV of the Penn Foundation and fashionista Stephanie Green.

Sugar and Champagne with the Washington Humane Society

Quin Woodward Pu — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 18:06:20 +0000

Please join me at this fabulous event for a fun mid-week celebration!

A doggone good time for humans and dogs alike at Bark Ball

Quin Woodward Pu — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 01:37:33 +0000

Photo Credits: Yee-Ming Woodward Pu

The Washington Humane Society held its 22nd annual Bark Ball Saturday at the Washington Hilton, and while allowing guests to bring their dogs to the gala was a daring move, the show seemed to go on without a hitch. Although the cute pooches, which ranged from tiny toy poodle to a Rottweiler almost the size of its master, remained tethered, the Bark Ball attendees unleashed some very exciting fashions.

Beginning with a lovely reception, the ball featured a silent auction filled with luxurious items. To allay the restless puppies, guests carried their dogs and fed them the delectable gourmet dog food treats that looked so appealing, I mistook one for a cream puff and almost ate it. While the event was black-tie, owners got created with their four-legged best friends, dressing up the dogs in everything from tutus and tiaras to a full-on doggy suit and miniature formal gown, worn by an adorable Schnauzer couple. See more innovative ensembles in the slideshow at the end of this article.

While the pets kept their clothing creative and costumey, many of the human patrons were dressed in couture summer clothing that was both colorful and light. I felt like I’d stepped onto a fabulous country manor, where the household members were immaculately dressed and well-behaved, and well-groomed dogs roamed about as they pleased. Even the cocktail waiters added to this hospitable effect, jovially serving from full bar for humans and purified water for the dogs.

Most adorable were owners who color-coordinated their pups to themselves, like the decorated member of the armed forces with his equally decorated dog’s leash, as well as the tuxedo-decked black dog, whose curly hair was almost as dark as his clothes. His proud owner wore matching formal wear.

The food was, as expected, completely vegetarian, as the mission of the Humane Society is to protect the health and well-being of all animals. Passed hors d’oeuvres included falafel and vegetable canapé, while the entrees were a mélange of legumes and greens. A rowdy live auction entertained guests before dinner, while live music and a continued open bar kept everyone happy until midnight.

While all fashions were formal, many chose to incorporate their love of canines into their outfit. Items such as a blinged-out doggy collar and bejeweled dog bone earrings kept the event festive and glittery. Some looks were completely domestic, however, as many attendees came to support the Washington Humane Society despite not having a dog themselves.

So dog lover or not, everyone had a great time dressing for this event. One standout piece? Gladiator sandals ramped up in stiletto form, covered in rhinestones and tied up to the knee. An excellent black-tie interpretation of one of summer’s hottest trends, though not so practical for a dog.

As written for Examiner.com.