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Brooke Shields to Host ARF’s Bow Wow Meow Ball

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Hamptons’ residents better get their dancing shoes on, as the Animal Rescue Fund (ARF) is hosting its annual Bow Wow Meow Ball this Saturday on its 22-acre campus in Wainscott, N.Y.

Actress and animal advocate Brooke Shields will emcee the black, silver and white themed soiree. Four hundred guests, including famed photographer Pricilla Rattazzi; Kathy and Billy Rayner, part of the Cox family; acclaimed interior designer Alex Papachristidis; and Laura and Harry Slatkin — a man known as the “king” of home fragrance — will be attendance.

Related: The Hamptons’ ARF Raises $700,000 at Its Bow Wow Meow Ball

Kathy Rayner and Peter Marino from a previous ARF Bow Wow Meow Ball

Kathy Rayner and Peter Marino from a previous ARF Bow Wow Meow Ball

The event will begin with dinner — choice of vegetarian or fish option — catered by Glorious Food, a company that touts its ability to provide the “most imaginative, flawlessly executed events.” Afterwards, the party will continue as guests dance the night away to music from the Peter Duchin Orchestra and partake in several auctions: live, online and silent. Some of the experiences and packages include golf lessons at the swanky Maidstone Golf Club, two nights of deluxe accomdations at the Ritz Carlton in St. Thomas and a New York Knicks package including two tickets to the game, gift bags and a meet and greet.

ARF will honor Peter Marino, an architect and designer who is known for creating store environments for brands including Chanel, Dior and Louis Vuitton. Marino has been a long-time supporter of the organization, including having donated several dog runs to ARF.

arf dog run

ARF dog run

All proceeds from the night’s event will go to the nonprofit. Most of ARF’s animals come from animal control, puppy mills and surrenders. Last year, the organization rescued 1,286 dogs and cats and this year, its rescue rate is currently running 13 percent higher than last year.

Related: Take a Stroll to the Sea, Help a Dog in Need

ARF spay and neuter van

ARF spay and neuter van

If you want to attend the event, tickets are available on the ARF website.

Images via ARF.

By Andrea Huspeni

Andrea Huspeni is the founder and CEO of This Dog's Life. Her mission it to help dogs live a happier, healthier and longer life. When she isn't working, she spends time with her two dogs, Lola and Milo. She resides in Brooklyn, NY.

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