Last month, we told you about the Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia’s upcoming Blue Jean Ball and shared some “Happy Tails” of pet adoptions that are made possible through the community’s support of their services. Here is yet another:
TIM RUDE
Brooke Carter, Philanthropist, Adopter of LuLu and Oscar
We adopted Oscar in 2016. When we visited the Humane Society, Oscar greeted us by jumping into my daughter Blake’s lap like a puppy. It was an easy choice! Oscar is sweet, easy going and lets Blake dress him up. Lulu was adopted as a kitten in 2017. I fell for her instantly because she reminded me of the cat I asked Santa for when I was little. We adopted her the following day. Eventually, LuLu and Oscar became best friends. We love supporting the Humane Society through adoptions and look forward to this year’s Blue Jean Ball.
The Humane Society of South Coastal Georgia is able to make “Happy Tails” like this happen only because of the generous support of donors and funds raised through events like the Blue Jean Ball. This year’s ball takes place under the oaks and lights at Sinclair Plantation, the home of Robin and Davis Love, on November 2 from 6:00-10:00 p.m. There will be music, dancing, delicious local food, famous desserts from the Southern Baked Pie Company, and an open bar. You’ll be able to purchase raffle tickets at the ball or in advance online, and three lucky winners will each receive $5,000. You’ll also have the opportunity to bid on an array of fantastic silent and live auction items, including two special highlights: a meal for up to six people personally prepared in the winner’s home by Chef Dave Snyder, and an original painting by Steve Penley.
One of America’s most celebrated artists (and especially beloved by many of our locals because he attended UGA), Steve Penley has received numerous awards and honors for his talents. His works, recognizable for their bold brush strokes, vivid colors, and often iconic subjects, are exhibited worldwide. Steve has created many projects for Fox News, major companies like Coca-Cola, Kaiser Permanente, AirTran/Southwest, and several U.S. Presidents too. Ironically, at the time of writing, Steve had just made an appearance on Fox & Friends where he was painting and making friends with a very cute canine. He is also the author of several books and has illustrated others, including some with former Bulldogs coach Vince Dooley. Steve’s generosity is as bold as his brush strokes, as he has donated countless paintings over the years to charitable organizations nationwide, such as HSSCG. It is HSSCG’s special honor to have Steve present at the Blue Jean Ball to auction one of his original acrylics.
So, grab your favorite boots and jeans and come join the party! No need to worry about dressing up for this gala. It’s not about fashion, it’s about our furry friends! Tickets can be purchased online now at hsscg.org/events/blue-jean-ball.
