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Lucy Mackenzie Humane Society is Celebrating 110 Years of serving animals and people in our community on Friday, May 9, 2025 at our Annual Benefit Gala & Auction.
We will be returning to the beautiful Billings Farm & Museum in Woodstock, VT in what will surely be an unforgettable night of fun and celebration!
Cocktail Hour & Silent Auction 5:30 pm
followed by Dinner and Live Auction
Tickets are $150 per person
(includes one complimentary drink)
Live auction presented by Auctioneer Eric Nathan
Catered by New England native Chef Christopher Sailer of Christophe Catering
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The annual Benefit Gala & Auction is our largest fundraising event of the year. The evening’s proceeds will go towards the care of the animals at Lucy Mackenzie Humane Society, and help fund our programs that support keeping animals in loving, caring homes.
(Artwork by Barbara Kaufman (1918-2015) – artist, philanthropist, Lucy Mackenzie benefactor and Trustee Emeritus)
Billings Farm & Museum is located at:
69 Old River Road
Woodstock, VT 05091
LIVE AUCTION ITEMS INCLUDE:
“Vermont Spirits Experience”
A selection of Vermont Spirits’ finest craft spirits, as well as a private tasting and behind-the-scenes tour for up to 10 people, followed by a cocktail at Harry’s Cocktail Lounge. Donated by Vermont Spirits.
“Champion of the Animals“
This one-of-a-kind, unique package will give one lucky bidder the opportunity to sponsor one lucky cat and one lucky dog at Lucy Mackenzie, helping each of them to find the loving home of their dreams! It also includes a wide variety of branded Lucy Mackenzie merchandise, a personalized Lucy Mackenzie paver, and an exclusive tour of our shelter. Your name will also be publicized widely (if you so wish!) across all of Lucy Mackenzie’s social media, celebrating your kindness and generosity as a “Champion of the Animals.”
“Under The Tuscan Sun”
Enjoy seven night’s accommodations for four in your choice of twelve gorgeous properties all located in or near the ancient town of Manciano on the southern edge of Tuscany. Each property includes two bedrooms with one or two baths, a kitchen and living area. Ancient Manciano is 90 minutes north of Rome on the southern edge of Tuscany. Manciano extends for 37,203 square kilometers in a hilly zone situated between the valleys of Albegna and Fiora. Donated by Leone Hinzman.
PLUS, much, much more!
The Annual Benefit Gala & Auction is our largest fundraising event of the year. The evening’s proceeds will go towards the care of the animals at Lucy Mackenzie Humane Society, and help fund our programs that support keeping animals in loving, caring homes.
This event is made possible by our generous sponsors and partners:
Oldfield Kitties • Osgood-Hilles Charitable Trust • Max Comins • Anonymous • Blood’s Catering & Party Rentals • Kate & Co. • Jeanne Matos • Dennis & Claire Shillen • Karen Teller & Kevin Tubridy • Vermont Spirits • West Lebanon Feed & Supply
Thank you for supporting Lucy Mackenzie Humane Society!