Yappy Hour 2025

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Prepare for a night of wonder and excitement at the Michigan Animal Rescue League’s 16th Annual Yappy Hour—the only cocktail party in Metro Detroit where dogs are the stars of the show!

Join us on the enchanting grounds of Meadow Brook for an unforgettable evening filled with a delicious strolling dinner, dazzling cocktails, gourmet dog treats, live music and whimsical photo opportunities. With magic around every corner, we’ll celebrate the true Magic of MARL—saving lives and transforming our community.

This is an evening you won’t want to miss! Let the magic of MARL inspire you as we come together to make a difference for animals in need.

Save the Date
Thursday, September 18, 2025 | 6:00-9:00pm
The Gardens of Meadow Brook Hall
350 Estate Dr., Rochester, MI 48309

Tickets / Donations
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Questions about Yappy Hour? Please contact Magee Humes at mhumes@marl.org


Thank you to our generous 2025 Sponsors!

Gold Grand Champion
Patrick & Laura Fenton
The Caplan Family of Rescues

Best in Show

Sandy & Keith Kondos
The Wright-Hurley FamilyMSC High Res

Top Dog
JK Farber Family Foundation
Cindy & Barry Howard

Barbara & Steven Kohler
The Barkshire Logo
Loyal Friend
Barry-Bashur Foundation in Memory of Peggy Bashur
Carolyn & Jim Bellinson
Beth & Jeff Davidson
Lori & Jim Issner
Dr. Justin F. Klamerus
Tina & Dennis Mirku
Stephen Rehmann & Jeffrey Smith
Kimberly & Ken Whipple
Laurence Wolf

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Best Buddy

Betsy Barnes
David & Frances Grossman
Susan & Tim Lucken
MJ & Jay WrightSigma logo withborder

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Good Dog
Margaret “Peggy” Bashur in Memory of Harvey Bashur
Sue Ellen Eisenberg
Tracie & Steve Engel
Bob & Linda Sue Fries

logoMichigan Doodle Rescue ConnectDePorre Veterinary Logo

 

Party Animal
John April & Mike Clawson
Jody & Gary Astrein
East Street Pilates
Nancy & James Grosfeld
Patti & Rick Phillips
Joe & Mary Ann Troy
HGSI Harold G Schaevitz Industries Logo

 

 

 


2025 Host Committee

Co-Chairs
Jody* & Gary Astrein
Steve* & Tracie Engel
Honorary Co-Chairs
Beth* & Jeff Davidson
Laura* & Patrick Fenton
Cindy & Hon. Barry Howard
Cara & Brian Krupa
Host Committee
Lynn Artes
Betsy Barnes
Mo Berndtson
Tracie Berry
Karen Briggs
Patricia Cox*
Linda Sue Fries
Lauren Fuller
Barb Grant*
Fran Grossman
Charlene Handleman
Miriam Imerman
Jenny Heinrich*
Connie Hogan
Deanna Malczewski

Patti Phillips
Sarah Saltzman
Sheila Sarver
Elaine Schonberger
Rick Tully, DVM
Stacey Walker
Kimberly Whipple*
Robin Wright*

*2025 Board of Directors

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