The Branson Humane Society is debuting a new fundraising event to start off the month of December.
The first Bark Ball will be taking place on Friday, Dec. 2, at the Atrium Event Center in Merriam Woods. The black tie event will include dinner, dancing, music, a cash bar, and a silent auction.
In addition to the main event, the Bark Ball will host a Yappy Hour where attendees can spend one on one time with adoptable puppies from 4 to 5 p.m. for an additional donation.
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