Please stay home but join us for MRFRS's Fur Ball Gala & Auction!
Those of us who care about our feline friends are resilient; a pandemic won't keep MRFRS from helping cats in need or from enjoying our biggest annual event - The Fur Ball Gala and Auction! Our planning team got creative and will be bringing you an innovative program of entertainment, education, games, and more to raise funds for MRFRS compassionate programs! No need to break out the lint roller this year! You'll be able to take part in the fun from home!Events & Entertainment
Fur Ball Online Auction
Starts 10/18 @ 3:00 p.m.We know this is a different kind of year so we want this auction to be as mutually supportive as possible! We have procured all kinds of essential and non-essential items like unique experiences, practical necessities and luxurious splurges to benefit cats in need. The auction will be open from 10/18 @ 3:00 p.m. EDT and will close on 11/1 @ 8:00 p.m. EDT. Don't miss out. Bid high! Bid often!
Nine Lives Trivia Night
Thursday 10/22 @ 8 p.m.Start studying now and gather your most knowledgeable cat-lovers together on your team! Join us for a virtual cat-themed trivia night with prizes! This event will be held on Zoom and we can fit 50 teams so register as soon as you can!
MRFRS Presents: Sterling “TrapKing” Davis
Friday 10/23 @ 7:30 p.m.Sterling “TrapKing” Davis is a charismatic force for good in animal welfare. He is a well-traveled ex-military musician and cat enthusiast who uses TNR as a focal point to educate. TrapKing serves communities across the US to prevent overpopulation and disease transmission in free-roaming cat populations. In this timely presentation, Sterling will chat about inclusivity and diversity in TNR. This talk will help you gain cultural competence when serving cats in diverse communities.
The Big Night: Fur Ball
Saturday 10/24 @ 7:30 p.m.While our online auction is in full swing, please join us online for about an hour so you can meet the MRFRS team (including our new Executive Director, Lauren Glickman), hear heartwarming stories and see the winning t-shirt designs. You can enjoy all of this from the comfort of your home - because we all know, home is where the heart is.
Fur Ball Gala Special Appearances
Doug Meehan
WCVB Channel 5 EyeOpener News Anchor
Frank Bertolino
The North Shore Realty Group
Steve Deorocki
Professional Auctioneer
Over the past 28 years, MRFRS has helped thousands of cats connect with people who love and care for them whether it be through adoption, feral colony caretaking, or helping owners afford veterinary care or cat food. Join us from your loving home and celebrate everyone who has opened their doors and their hearts to cats in need.
