The annual holiday season "gift wrap" at the Columbia Mall went well David and Bert Auten donated a lot of gift-wrapping paper for this project. They also adopted Rocky from us a few years ago. Thanks to all who helped with this fund raising effort.

Our first Annual Pet Photo with Santa was a fun and successful event much enjoyed by all. The kind folks of the Wesley United Method Church in Bloomsburg donated the use of their gym for this activity. Tammy Duch and Cyndi Lindenmuth took great photo shots.

The donation of land which is to provide the home for our shelter was finalized on December 21, 2004. We are most grateful to Rhonda and Chuck Stitz and their daughter Kamryn for their generosity.

Our 1st Annual Benefit Banquet was held on November 20, 2004. Kathy Diehl and Angie Hall were in charge. We had a great time and made a sizeable amount of money. There were so many people who made it successful. Washies Fire Company of Danville donated their hall for the occasion. Washies Volunteers gave their time to serve the meals. Joe Kinn, auctioneer, donated his time and skills. Jessie Thomas provided the musical entertainment.

The November Straw giveaway was very successful. Al Gregorowicz (ARC Founder), Beth German and others did a great job in helping outside animals by providing a bit more protection from winter's icy blast.