ATHENS -- The Humane Society of Cedar Creek Lake will host its "Evening Out for Paws and Claws" at the Cain Center, Saturday, Aug. 11, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Simultaneously, the Humane Society is announcing a second event, "Walk n' Wag", a community 5K walk and run and vendor exposition to be held at the Mabank Pavilion and Walking Trail on Sept. 15 in Mabank. A pet contest featuring a pet and owner dance, a pet groomer make-over contest, a pet costume parade and pet race will follow the 5K event. Participation in the September event requires a $25 donation, which includes a T-shirt. The pet event requires an additional $5 donation. Vendors wanting to display arts and crafts and other items in booths at the event must make a $25 donation. Sponsors for the "Walk n' Wag" event are also being sought at the $100, $200 and $300 level. Register at http://www.hsccl.org/WalkNWag.asp or at 2412 W. Main St., Gun Barrel City. For information call 903-887-2234. This weekend's fundraiser is being held in cooperation with the Henderson County Humane Society of Athens. The event will feature professional game tables with dealers, catered hors d' oeuvres, a band, dancing and a silent auction. The entry fee of $45 per person at the door includes $1,000 in chips, and additional chips can be purchased during the evening. Prior to the event, tickets can be purchased at the animal shelters for $40 each. Prizes will be given for the top 5 chip winners, and there will be other drawings during the evening. The Cain Center address is 915 Palestine St., Athens. Call 214-499-5119 or 972-672-5579 for information. All donations to the Humane Society organizations are tax-deductible.