STUART, Fla. — The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast’s premier fundraiser — the Paws and Claws Gala — is the largest one of its kind on the Treasure Coast. Presented by the Catsman Foundation, this year’s event, themed “Kool Cats & Diggin’ Dogs,” will be held from 6-11 p.m. on February 21 at the Willoughby Golf Club, 3001 SE Doubleton Dr.
Tickets are $275 per person and may be purchased online at hstc1.org/gala. Each year the gala raises more than $200,000, with all of the proceeds benefiting the shelter animals. Volunteers Diane Coakley and Allola McGraw are co-chairing the gala. Their volunteer committee members are Carol Dippy, Debbie Hansen, Shaun Kelly, Michele McCambridge, Sarah Ralicki, Wendy Talbot, Melony Zaravelis and Kay Ziegler.
In addition to the flavorful fare and specialty cocktails, The Essence of Motown will provide live entertainment and dancing opportunities for the guests to groove to the rhythm of Motown. Attendees are encouraged to dazzle and shine in glitz, glamour and soul attire…