A Taste of Southern Hospitality" Fundraising Luncheon to Benefit NYC Animal Rescue Group

The New York City based-animal shelter & rescue organization NOAH'S ARK PROJECT is sponsoring a fundraising luncheon on SATURDAY, MAY 10. "A TASTE OF SOUTHERN LIVING" will feature SURPRISE CELEBRITY GUESTS, in addition to its fine cuisine from some of NYC's top restaurants. Attendees can also purchase "Southern Living at Home" items while supporting local animal rescue efforts.

For Immediate Release

CONTACT: Maureen Tokeson, Events Coordinator
Noahs Ark Project
212-223-4708
sliving@aol.com
www.arkproject.com

"A Taste of Southern Hospitality" Fundraising Luncheon to Benefit NYC Animal Rescue Group

New York, NY (PR WEB) April 17, 2003. The Noahs Ark Project, a no-kill animal shelter and rescue organization based in Queens, is sponsoring "A Taste of Southern Hospitality" fundraising luncheon on Saturday, May 10, at the Park Royale (73rd and Central Park West). Phyllis McBishop and Maureen Tokeson are the hosts.

The luncheon will take place from 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm. Foods from some of New York Citys most upscale restaurants will be featured. Attendees can enjoy an elegant meal, network, and learn more about entertaining with style while supporting the cause of rescuing abandoned pets throughout New York City. Part of the proceeds will go towards supporting the Ark Projects operations. Luncheon guests can order items from Southern Living at Home catalogs. Surprise celebrity guests will also attend.

Cost of the luncheon is $45, part of which is tax-deductible. $10 from the registration will be applied to a "Southern Living at Home" purchase. Space is limited, so RSVPs are required. To RSVP or find further information on this event, contact Maureen Tokeson at 212-223-4708 or email slivingnyc@aol.com

The Noahs Ark Project is a 501 c3 non-profit organization and shelter dedicated to: preventing animal cruelty, decreasing the birth rate of the pet population, and championing animal welfare. The Ark Project is a non-partisan, no-kill shelter alternative to the New York City agencies. Since 2000, the Ark Project has sought to decrease animal overpopulation, and advocate for the countless pets abandoned throughout NYC by offering educational programs and presentations in city schools.