The Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson County is holding its 10th annual Paws and Claws Dinner and Auction on Oct. 29.

The event will be held at the Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races Skyline Ballroom from 5:30-10 p.m.

Come enjoy an evening consisting of a social hour, delicious buffet, silent and live auctions and a fun costume contest (costumes optional).

All proceeds will go directly toward the general operating fund of the shelter.

Tickets are $50 per person. To purchase tickets contact any member of the Board of Directors, email Ann at annctrumble@yahoo.com or call 304-876-2161.

Those interested in becoming an individual or business sponsor of the event or donating an auction item, please contact Dawn at dmbynaker@gmail.com or call 301-676-8044 or visit the AWS web site at www.awsjc.org or AWS face book.

Supporters of this event will help the Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson County continue its 64 year legacy of helping formerly homeless and neglected cats and dogs residing at the no-kill animal shelter on Leetown Pike find forever homes.