
PAWS Gala co-chair Michelle Beckwith, Bryan Parsons, gala co-chair Cynthia McEldowney, Rocio Gonzalez and Randall Pettit, master of ceremonies for the evening. Photo provided by Robyn Bushong
Animal lovers donned their disco duds for the 14th annual Paws Gala, benefiting the Galveston Island Humane Society, on Sept. 27 at the Galveston Island Convention Center at the San Luis Resort. In addition to raising much-needed funds for the humane society, the event, themed “Disco Paws: Staying Alive,” featured dinner, open bar, dancing to the sounds of Level One and a live auction. GIHS paid tribute to Gene Hornstein, who, in addition to being a 19-year volunteer to the organization, also has held numerous offices, including treasurer and board member.

Stacy Mitchell, Chuck Mitchell, dog Lily Lu, Stretch Lewis, Vicki Lewis, Trelle Dandridge and dog Merci Merci Me

T.J. Culberson, 2014 Elite Pet Owner winner Ryanne Duzich with her dog Bernard and gala honoree Gene Hornstein. Photo provided by Robyn Bushong

GIHS Executive Director Caroline Dorsett-Pate, board president Maureen McCutchen and gala co-chair Cynthia McEldowney.
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