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Pooches take the runway March 19 at Fashion Faux Paws at the Hilton hotel. Credit: Christina Cannon

“Fashion Faux Paws: A Stylish Benefit For CARA”
• Hilton hotel
• Tickets $50

Benefiting the Community Animal Rescue and Adoption, “Fashion Faux Paws” offers not only a tasty lunch, but also a runway show with the spring’s new fashions and lovable animals that desperately need homes. Participating boutiques include Material Girls (Jackson’s Best Boutique of 2009), Village Boutique, Great Scott for Women and Snooty Pooch/Chateau La Pooch. CARA, the state’s largest no-kill animal shelter, houses 300 dogs and 60 cats, and this fundraiser helps them with day-to-day operations. If you’re looking for a pet to adopt or just want to see spring’s new clothing inventory, get your tickets now.

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