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Animal rights supporters “Come Together” for Fix Georgia Pets benefit
n one of the most intimate and glamorous fundraisers Atlanta has seen in recent years, two dozen major patrons of Fix Georgia Pets wined and dined with celebrated beauty Bo Derek at the magnificent Buckhead estate of Ginny and Guy Millner. Bo delighted guests with her down-toearth charm and extensive knowledge of animal rights causes around the world. Following a Champagne reception, a delectable dinner prepared by Mary Hathaway of Soiree Catering was served in the ballroom, with breathtaking decor by Tony Brewer of Tony Brewer & Co. The evening also featured a riveting program and spectacular live auction. “The 2017 event marked a couple milestones for Fix Georgia Pets, with the gala raising its largest amount ever and a greater number of patrons than in any prior year,” said Joanne Chesler Gross, who co-chaired the sixth annual “Come Together” benefit with Alison Womack Jowers. “We were honored that Bo joined us this year. Her presence as a prominent animal welfare advocate is a strong endorsement of the work of Fix Georgia Pets and an acknowledgement that this organization has the correct solutions to address the pet overpopulation crisis through funding spay and neuter programs with the goal of saving lives.”
Right: Ginny Millner, co-founder of Fix Georgia Pets; and Marilyn Krone, honoree, 2017 “Come Together to Fix Georgia Pets” gala.
Left: Joanne Chesler Gross and Alison Womack Jowers, co-chairs of the 2017 “Come Together to Fix Georgia Pets” gala. Right: Special guest Bo Derek, Dr. Ronald Goldstein and Judy Goldstein.
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