Five years. Tens of thousands of animals. One mission: LIFESAVING. Join us to celebrate.
Join us for UNLEASHED: The Power of Love, a vibrant evening honoring the incredible animals whose stories have captured our hearts—and the community that made their second chances possible. Hosted at the storied and stunning Clubhouse at Rhinegeist Brewery—where hometown history and craft converge—this unforgettable evening invites friends, supporters, and animal lovers to come together for a night of inspiration, celebration, and connection.
Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Rhinegeist Clubhouse and Annex
VIP Hour: 6:00pm-7:00pm Pre-Entry to the Clubhouse
Main Event: 7:00pm-10:00pm in the Clubhouse
After Party: 9:30pm-11:30pm in the Annex
Every animal at Cincinnati Animal CARE deserves the chance to “live their best life.” From those once labeled “unwanted” to the lost, abandoned, or forgotten—Cincy CARE has spent the last five years rewriting their stories with compassion, courage, and community support, and we're just getting started.
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The Unleashed experience includes:
- Emceed by Q102's Mollie Watson!
- Dinner by the bite from fantastic local restaurants like Proof 124, Melt Revival, Good Plates Eatery, La Soupe,
- Gilligan's on the Greene, and more!
- Live and silent auctions featuring can’t-miss items and experiences• Redemption Runway, showcasing some of the "where are they nows" of our most remarkable animal success stories!
- VIP Party with food, drinks, and surprises, with music from Hilary Hahn!
- Live music from the Chuck Taylors!
- Keynote Speaker: Tawny Hammond of Best Friends Animal Society
- A special glimpse into the bold future we’re building for Hamilton County’s animals
- Plus, a Late Night After Party from 10-1130 with music from @DJ Boywife, late ngiht bites and dessert from Graeter's, to keep the celebration going!
- One of a kind interactive experiences all night and a program filled with heart, hope, and the signature CARE magic!
Our Unleashed: The Power of Love Silent Auction is officially open for registration
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Ticket Prices
Early Bird VIP
$250
VIP tickets include: Exclusive access to the pre-party and after-party, open bar during the main event, dinner-by-the-bite from local restaurants, the Redemption Runway Show, reserved seating, valet parking, and access to all the event experiences— in support of the animals who need us most.
General Admission $150
General Admission tickets include: Access to the main event with two drink tickets, dinner-by-the-bite from local restaurants, the Redemption Runway show, interactive experiences throughout the evening, and the chance to celebrate and support the animals of Cincinnati Animal CARE.
Please note: this ticket does not include seating. Cocktail tables and casual seating are available throughout the space, but are non-reservable.
Official After Party $40
After-Party tickets include: A more casual, late-night paw-ty, to dance, drink, and mingle the night away! Admission includes one drink ticket. This event takes place in the Annex between the Clubhouse and Taproom. Parking is not included. Street parking and valet are available for a fee.
Emcee:
Mollie Watson, Q102
Mollie Watson grew up playing pretend radio, so it was no surprise when she followed her mom’s footsteps into broadcasting. Now celebrating over a decade with Q102, she’s shared unforgettable moments—from skydiving for charity and interviewing Cincinnati’s top athletes on her On The Sidelines podcast, to helping local rescues raise $50,000 by spending two nights on a shelter floor.
Off the air, Mollie stays busy with her husband and bonus son, Brady, and indulges her passions for DIY projects, antique hunting, and cake-pop baking. Whether on TikTok or downtown filming reels, Mollie’s always on the go—and always ready to share the adventure with her audience.
Keynote Speaker:
Tawny Hammond, National Advisor of No Kill Advancement at Best Friends Animal Society
Tawny Hammond is a nationally recognized leader in animal services with over 30 years of public service experience and municipal government. Tawny led the Fairfax County Animal Shelter to a 90% Save Rate by building high-performing teams and sustainable systems, and transforming policy, culture, and community engagement. As Chief of Animal Services in Austin, Texas, she helped guide the city to a 98% save rate—one of the highest in the country. Her approach centers on empowering staff, aligning mission with operations, and treating animal services as an essential part of good government.
Now serving as National Advisor of No Kill Advancement at Best Friends Animal Society, Tawny mentors leaders across the country, is a recognized thought leader on the future of animal services, and advocates for a compassionate, professionalized field that reflects the values of the communities it serves.
“There’s very little that can match the joy I feel when I see a dog get a second shot at life. Knowing I’ve been a part of their journey is incredibly rewarding.”
