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Published: February 21 2013

Event Chair Susan Smith, Honorary Emcee Jacey Birch, and PAWS President Christy Gumberg.

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL -- PAWS hosted their 7th Annual Angel PAWS Luncheon & Fashion Show at the Coral Ridge Country Club on January 23.  This year's theme was "Let Your Love Grow" and thanks to the dedicated efforts of Event Chair Susan Smith and her committee, over $63,000 was raised for the animals at the Humane Society of Broward County!  Jacey Birch of WPLG Channel 10 was the honorary emcee of the sold-out event.

Mobile adoptions were held on-site, with three adorable puppies and two irresistible kittens finding wonderful new homes.  Ambassador dog Duke also attended, greeting guests as they arrived.

The highlight of the day, of course, was the fashion show, which featured the season's very latest styles from Bloomingdale's Boca Raton.  In a very generous gesture, Bloomingdale's Boca Raton also donated a portion of their sales at the event to PAWS, as well as at their store that day – and the following day!

A silent auction took place during the luncheon, which included a variety of vintage designer handbags and shoes, such as Chanel, Prada and Fendi.  Beautiful designer jewelry and accessories were also featured.

A prize drawing was also held, featuring dine around town packages and a Tory Burch Printed Faille and Resin Frame bag donated by Bloomingdale's Boca Raton.  The grand prize of a GCI Contemporary Ladies 14K White Gold Watch was donated by Gem Couture, Inc.; designs by Melody.  The lucky winner of this beautiful watch was Susan Greaton.

Many thanks to our sponsors and  underwriters: Lorraine Thomas, Harry T. Mangurian, Jr. Foundation, Inc, Ingrid Poulin & Cheryl Easby-Smith, Susan & Phil Smith, Charlotte & Stephen Bell, Christine & Austin Forman, Christy & Andrew Gumberg, Patti Morse & Margaret Meldeau, Stiles, Susan Greaton's PAWS Tennis Ladies, Carolyn & Wayne Lee, Neiman Marcus, Maureen Pentland, Brenda & Robert Puck, Lys & Bill Rubin, Sara Sears, Annette & David Yarborough, Premier Beverage Company, Zonin, Bloomingdale's Boca Raton, Coral Ridge Country Club, Gem Couture, Inc.; designs by Melody, Carroll's Jewelers, Jody Johnson, Jane Czubay, Vital Earth Traditions and SARZ Entertainment.

The Humane Society of Broward County is a private, non-profit organization supported by donations from companies and people who want to help us help the homeless animals.  The shelter has only one location and is not affiliated with any national or local organization with a similar name.  To see animals up for adoption or find out about other upcoming events visit our website at www.humanebroward.com.

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