The Cleveland Animal Protective League is hosting its annual gala fundraiser "Cold Noses, Warm Hearts," Fur Ball 2011, at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 5 at the InterContinental Hotel Cleveland.

RSVP deadline is Oct. 21.

The gala benefiting the APL's Second Chance Program will be hosted by WKYC TV-3's Monica Robins. The Second Chance Program provides veterinary care for animals looking for another chance not only to survive, but also to heal and start a new, healthy life with a loving family.

"Cold Noses, Warm Hearts" will include silent and live auctions, dinner, inspirational video presentations featuring stories of animals who have benefited from the Second Chance Program, and a very special VIP (Very Important Pup) appearance. Auction items include a catered private party on the Terminal Tower Observation Deck, a week's stay at a home in Hilton Head, S.C., a VIP Vault tour at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, and the opportunity to have your pet photographed to be on the cover of the 2013 Cleveland APL calendar.

Individual tickets, as well as corporate and private tables for 10 are available. Purchase tickets for Fur Ball 2011 online, or for more information, call 216-771-8823 or visit ClevelandAPL.org.


-- Cheryl Sadler | CSadler@News-Herald.com | @nhcheryl