Wags to Wishes 2023

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Our Wags to Wishes Gala promises to be an unforgettable evening, filled with heartwarming moments and opportunities to further our mission of compassion. Prepare yourself for an enchanting experience as we showcase our shelter animals, making special guest appearances that are sure to steal your heart. 

Event Agenda: 

• Reception: 6:00 - 7:00 PM
• Buffet Opens: 6:40 PM
• Puppy Lounge: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
• Program: 7:30 - 8:00 PM
• Dancing, Games and Networking: 8:00 - 9:30 PM
• Last Call and Silent Auction Closes: 9:30 PM
• Event Concludes: 10:00 pm

Dinner for the evening will be buffet-style. You and your guests can look forward to the following delicious options!

STARTERS

• Caesar Salad (Vegetarian): Croutons, Parmigiano Reggiano, House-Made Caesar Dressing
• Chop Salad (Vegan): Mixed Greens, Chickpeas, Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives, House Vinaigrette
• Couscous Salad(Vegan)
• Fresh sliced seasonal fruit (Vegan)
  
  

ENTREES

• Lasagna (Vegetarian): Impossible Meat Sauce
• Eggplant & Zucchini Ratatouille: (Vegan/ Gluten Free)
• Stuffed Pasta Shells: Herbed Ricotta (Vegetarian)
  
  

SIDES

• Roasted Cauliflower (Vegan)
• Garlic Mashed Potatoes (Vegetarian)
• Breadsticks (Vegetarian)
  
  

DESSERTS

• Tiramisu (Vegetarian)
• Chef's Choice Vegan Dessert

Paid parking is available at the Little America Hotel lot. Otherwise, there is downtown street parking by availability. Dress for the event is generally black-tie or cocktail attire. There will be a coat check available. We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support. Together, we will continue to transform the lives of animals in need and create a brighter future for all.

NOTICE OF FILMING AND PHOTOGRAPHY: When you enter the Wags to Wishes ("WTW") event or program, you enter an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. By entering the event premises, you consent to interview(s), photography, audio recording, video recording and its/their release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction to be used for news, webcasts, promotional purposes, telecasts, advertising, inclusion on websites, social media, or any other purpose by WTW and its affiliates and representatives. Images, photos, and/or videos may be used to promote similar Humane Society of Utah events in the future, highlight the event and exhibit the capabilities of WTW. You release WTW, its officers and employees, and each and all persons involved from any liability connected with the taking, recording, digitizing, or publication and use of interviews, photographs, computer images, video, and/or sound recordings. By entering the event premises, you waive all rights you may have to any claims for payment or royalties in connection with any use, exhibition, streaming, webcasting, televising, or other publication of these materials, regardless of the purpose or sponsoring of such use, exhibiting, broadcasting, webcasting, or other publication irrespective of whether a fee for admission or sponsorship is charged. You also waive any right to inspect or approve any photo, video, or audio recording taken by WTW or the person or entity designated to do so by WTW. You have been fully informed of your consent, waiver of liability, and release before entering the event.

DISCLAIMER: By attending Wags to Wishes 2023 you and your guests voluntarily assume any and all risks and agree to not hold The Utah Humane Society and any of its affiliates, employees, contractors, volunteers, or agents liable for any illness, injury, and/or death that may occur. 

No refunds will be issued.  You may transfer your ticket to somebody else.  Please contact [email protected] for help with a transfer. 

If you are unable to attend your ticket will be considered a donation.