The weather went to the dogs on March 12 in Key West, but so did the money raised for the Key West SPCA during its annual Spring Social benefit.
For the first year, the organization’s largest annual fundraiser was held at the Coffee Butler Amphitheater, featuring one of the island’s largest silent auctions, as well as a live auction, catered dinner, beer, wine, a cash bar and live entertainment.
The high winds and chilly temps kept some ticket holders away, but others enjoyed what was likely the last chance for long sleeves and sweaters as they bundled up and bid on everything from art and jewelry to pet products, purses and restaurant gift certificates.
Renowned veterinarians Drs. Doug Mader and Gerry Diethelm braved the elements and volunteered as a live auction item. Bidding went beyond $650 for a dinner with Mader and Diethelm, along with a signed copy of Mader’s new book, which is due out in June.For more information about pet adoption or to make a donation, visit fkspca.org.
