P.A.W.S. ANIMAL ADOPTION CENTER

EVERYDAY HEROES HONORED AT THE P.A.W.S. HEROES GALA

P.A.W.S. Animal Adoption Center will host the 2^nd Annual P.A.W.S. Heroes Gala on July 11, 2018 to honor and celebrate the service of three individuals who have proven to be everyday heroes for homeless and abandoned animals.

This year’s event will be held at 16 Bay View in Camden and will have a three-course meal provided by Stone Cove Catering.  David Rosenfelt, bestselling mystery writer and the author of “Rescued” and “Dogtripping” as well as more than a dozen other works of fiction will be this year’s keynote speaker.

Honorees at this year’s event are Martha “Marty” Martens, recipient of the 2018 Margaret Morey Lifetime Achievement Award for her many years of service to the organization and for being a tireless advocate for animals. Additional awards will be presented to Jacob Pendleton of Camden, recipient of the 2018 Outstanding Youth Volunteer of the Year and to Heidi V. Neal, Owner of Loyal Biscuit, will be recognized as the 2018 Business Partner of the Year.

“The Heroes Gala is our opportunity to honor and celebrate the success of the shelter and of those who have offered their support, their passion and their compassion to the organization and most especially to the animals we serve.” said Shelly Butler, Executive Director of P.A.W.S..

This year’s event is generously sponsored by 16 Bay View, Stone Cove Catering, the First National Bank, First Advisors, and Goose River Golf Club. Tickets for this event are available online by visiting www.PAWSadoption.org/heroes-gala

P.A.W.S. Animal Adoption Center, founded in 1974, provides care for homeless dogs and cats until they can be placed in permanent, responsible homes while promoting humane values in our community through outreach and educational programs. For more information, call 207-236-8702 or visit www.PAWSadoption.org