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AKTION ART COLLECTION AT WYNN FINE ART GALLERY ON WORTH AVENUE

25A AMERICAN HUMANE SPARKLES UNDER THE STARS WITH HUMANE HEROES AT CALISSA AND WOLFFER ESTATE VINEYARD

American Humane, the country’s first national humane organization, held a “Loving Animals” salon dinner under the stars in Water Mill, New York on July 6 honoring the important role dogs play not only in our dayto-day life but also importantly on those days when life is a challenge. During those moments, our furry best friends offer us the solace and comfort that sometimes can’t be found anywhere else. “Our dogs are our best friends, always there to offer a warm hug or snuggle, an affectionate kiss and unconditional love – which is so critical to each of us,” said Dr. Robin Ganzert, president and CEO of American Humane. “We are thrilled to gather so many people here at Calissa to shine a bright light on what our dogs mean to us, especially during our most difficult days.” Author, artist, and proud “dog dad,” Topher Brophy, who gained international attention on social media through creative and imaginative photos of him and his dog, Rosenberg, provided his personal insight on struggling with mental health issues and how Rosenberg has helped make him a better person. Topher’s story is detailed in his soon-to-be-released book, “Dog Dad,” of which proceeds benefit American Humane’s 107-year-old rescue program, which last year, saved, sheltered, fed and protected more than 1 million animals. Gathering under the stars once more in Sagaponack, NY on July 13th, American Humane guests drank in the delicious views and wines on tap at the gorgeous Wolffer Estate Vineyard. Jean Shafiroff, an American Humane Board Member and local philanthropic leader, was paid special tribute to as a Humane Hero during the evening’s festivities for all she does to help animals in need. American Humane Board Members were also honored at Calissa on

July 6 as Humane Heroes for their leadership of the prestigious charity. Honorees included Herb Krauss, Sharon Jablin, Dawn Assenzio, Marilyn Pelstring and Abigail Trenk. Additional notables spotted at both events included American Human national ambassadors Caroline Harless and Leigh Anne Kazma, and Megan McCartney, Steven and Sandra K. Schoenbart, Amanda Stankiewicz, Lauren Day Roberts, Luciana Pamplone, and Mitch Kates and Kristen Baran amongst many others.

HAMPTONITES COME TOGETHER IN SUPPORT OF AMERICAN HUMANE AT FIVESTORY SIP & SHOP AND 2ND ANNUAL DOGS ON THE DUNES BEACH BONFIRE

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On July 8, fashion designer Kobi Halperin, Karen Murray's Fivestory and American Humane joined forces at a Sip and Shop in Southampton, New York to help attendees find their favorite new frock while raising awareness about American Humane’s mission and enjoying a glass of sparkling. Guests spotted included Michelle Worth, Jean Shafiroff, Chrissy Oakes, Mitchell and Liz Rodbell, Lori Traub, Marilyn Pelstring, Abigail Trenk who all enjoyed meeting Karen Murray’s adorable fur baby.

On Sunday, July 10, as the sun set over Quogue Beach, American Humane hosted its 2nd Annual Dogs on the Dunes event with 100 guests to raise awareness of this historic 145-year-old organization and its mission to be first to serve animals in need of saving, shelter and protection. American Humane, the country’s first national humane group, not only helps animals in need but also works alongside military members to reunite them with their military working dogs, after they are retired overseas with no way home. And, through its famed Pups4Patriots program, American Humane finds dogs in need of forever-loving homes and trains them to be service animals for veterans suffering the invisible wounds of war – traumatic brain injury and Post Traumatic Stress.

Attendees enjoyed a stunning waxing gibbous Moon while dining al fresco on lobster rolls, hot dogs and fried chicken. After dinner, guests kicked off their shoes and enjoyed music and s’mores roasted over a beach bonfire in front of the stunning moonlit ocean.

“American Humane is honored to have brought together so many fabulous people in support of our efforts to save, shelter and protect animals in need and to bring home our brave military K-9s so they can be reunited with their beloved handlers,” said Dr. Robin Ganzert, American Humane’s president and CEO. “Supporters who attend our events, and generously contribute to American Humane, make it possible for us to save lives – often lives on both ends of the leash. We couldn’t do this

amazing work without them, and are proud to be making new friends here in the Hamptons so we can touch even more lives.”