Barks and Bags Extravaganza

05/07/2024

Vote!! Is there any better time in all of Warren County????

Vote in any or all categories once per day May 7th through May 13th EDT!

05/07/2024

Alright ladies... we all know how wonderful and fun this event is and it looks like someone has nominated the event in the "Best Of" awards. Head on over and cast your vote for the best event in town - Barks & Bags! How cool would it be to win?!

Vote in any or all categories once per day May 7th through May 13th EDT!

04/15/2024

Hi, ladies! Here is the link to the live photo booth, compliments of Catherine Bacik and In the Moment Photo Booth!!

Photobooth Live Gallery

04/12/2024

It’s finally here! I can’t wait to see what everyone is wearing! This event is Front Royal’s Kentucky Derby!! We’re gunning for $60k this year, so ladies, come locked and LOADED!! See ya at 5:00!!

04/11/2024

Sliding in at the 11th hour, please welcome Match Man Aaron Hike to the team! Thank you, Aaron, and Rockledge Development, LLC for supporting the Humane Society of Warren County.

04/11/2024

Rounding out the team of Match Men is Manuel Trucking! Manuel Trucking has been a Barks & Bags partner for three years running! Thank you for supporting the Humane Society of Warren County, Michael!!

04/10/2024

We are down to THREE days until the event! Continuing to thank our very generous Match Men, lets show some love to Chuck Wymer, owner of Wymer's Auto Repair in Toms Brook. Chuck has supported this event and the Humane Society of Warren County for three years! Thank you, Chuck!!!

04/08/2024

Thank you, The Vine and Leaf and owner Craig Laird,The Vine and Leaf for stepping up again this year! Our Match Men generously offer to "match" the donation amount on a silent auction handbag! Craig was part of the inaugural group of Match Men!

04/07/2024

Thank you, Jake from State Farm for coming back as a Match Man! Last year, Jake was a late arrival.... like day of the event arrival! Maybe his handler made the decision after a little wine?? He had so much fun! Thank you Ellen Aders-State Farm Agent for brining Jake to the dance!

04/06/2024

Welcome to the club Rick Novak! Rick is the owner of Royal Cinemas and Royal Family Bowling Center. He keeps us entertained in Front Royal. Thank you for your generosity and support of the Humane Society of Warren County! Match Men are special to Barks & Bags and you are now part of an elite group of men!!

04/05/2024

THANK YOU to Mr. Lincoln Walker for the 3rd year in row! Lincoln spent some time as a guest at the Humane Society of Warren County before being scooped up by Kelly Walker! I stopped by The Studio today and Lincoln has donated an extra special surprise for our event!!

04/02/2024

For the third year in a row, Nathan Patterson, owner of Royal Auto Works, has signed up to be one of the valuable Match Men! Royal Auto Works has been taking care of Front Royal drivers and their cars for WAY longer than I've been an insurance agent. THANK YOU, Nathan!!

04/01/2024

Mike Noble, owner of Noble & Noble Financial Associates, called today to let me know I'm getting a tax refund....it's also April Fools Day! LOL! Thank you, Mike for returning for a THIRD year as a 2024 Match Man!

03/31/2024

Big shout out to George Cline, owner of Cline Construction, for returning as a 2024 Match Man! DISCLOSURE: I did not get permission to use this picture, but could it be more perfect?! Thanks, George!!

03/30/2024

Thank you, Ken Evans for supporting the Humane Society of Warren County by agreeing to be a 2024 Match Man! Ken is half of the talented team at Ken Evans Real Estate Agent Inc with Re/Max Real Estate Connections The 2023 Match Men raised over $8000 and I just know this year's men will top that!

03/29/2024

Last year's Match Men raised over $8000 for the Humane Society of Warren County! I'm going to be recognizing the 2024 Match Men starting today, thru the coming week! First up, is George McIntyre, owner of The Apple House. Thank YOU, George!!

03/29/2024

SOLD 4:05 pm
***Update*** Someone's vacation ran long and now we have ONE tickets available for tomorrow night's event! Is anyone interested? Please send PM to Ellen Harris Aders.

Forget you, W***y Wonka and your golden ticket! There are only TWO seats left for this year’s event as of today! Don’t miss out on Warren County’s event of the year. Dinner, wine, handbags & 250 of Front Royal’s finest ladies. Send us a message if you want them!!! $100 each.

03/29/2024

Look what we have to share with you today....
Beyond mere adornment, this was made to make you feel good! Retail value is $1,450. This 14kt hand carved black Tahitian pearl with diamond necklace will be available in our live auction and one lucky lady will leave the event feeling like a million bucks. With Jean's Jewelers by your side, you can let your style shine!

Thank you, Jean, for your generosity, and another gorgeous piece of jewelry! 😍

P.S.A - Ladies, I have a feeling you're gonna have to fight Ellen for this one. 🥊🤣

03/27/2024

Next year there will be a ban on dropping bags at my office. The temptation to take one home is becoming too great! I’m a sucker for D&B!

03/27/2024

Good morning ladies!! Check out this stunner!

Thanks to the mastermind behind this SOLD OUT event, Ellen Aders-State Farm Agent, let's welcome this lovely Valentino to the lineup! Thank you, Ellen!!

03/22/2024

Thank you Melting Pot Pizza for this divine little beauty with matching wallet! 😍

Keep em' coming ladies, we're going to have a fabulous time.

03/21/2024

Look what just landed in my office! I love a red handbag! Thanks Vicki Easter for the beautiful donation!

03/21/2024

Peep these fun raffle bags. Perfect for the upcoming sunny weather we're all looking forward to! Thank you, Staci Jeremiah!

We're just a few weeks away from the best fundraiser in Warren County! If you'd like to donate a bag to the cause, you're welcome to drop off at the shelter, at Jean's Jewelers or Ellen Aders-State Farm Agent.

03/14/2024

Behold this beauty!

Thank you, Ellen Aders-State Farm Agent!

03/11/2024

Thank you to the wonderful women and local businesses who have donated bags so far, they're all so beautiful! Much like the shelter pets we are fundraising for, we've got bags in all shapes, colors, and sizes! 😍

We are still accepting donated bags for the event. New and gently used, they can be dropped off at the shelter, at Ellen Aders-State Farm Agent , or with Jean's Jewelers. Please leave a piece of paper with your name inside the bag so we know who to properly thank for your generosity.

02/20/2024

I took a long weekend to celebrate my birthday and came in to more bags in the office today. I cannot get over how adorable this pup purse is. Seriously, it's just too stinkin cute! It will be up for grabs on our raffle table. Thank you to the incredible Linda Lorber for this one!

If you would like to donate a bag or two, we have several drop locations this year. Here at the shelter, Jean's Jewelers, or Ellen Aders State Farm. All donations are tax deductible and we appreciate everyone's generosity and support. 🥰

02/14/2024

****UPDATE*****
We have one table of 8 remaining and one table of 6!

LADIES….look what time it is!!! Calling all table captains! Tickets are here! Please reach out to Ellen Aders-State Farm Agent Jean's Jewelers or Blake & Co Hair Spa if you’d like to captain a table of 8 or if you just have 3 or 4 gal pals that want to come! Tickets are $100 each.

02/08/2024

Our first raffle bag has arrived. How cute is this vegan leather Wrangler crossbody in light pink!

04/14/2023

Please join me in thanking this year's MATCH MEN!

11 local men have stepped forward to help raise money for the shelter animals by making a MATCHING donation of the highest bids of our live auction bags. Last year these men raised $6000 dollars in this way!

Welcome Back Leo McIntire, owner of Ron's Used Tires for his second Barks and Bags Matching! Please do stop by and see him and his team. They're not just amazing donors, they're just all around good people who help the community.

305 N Commerce Ave, Front Royal, VA 22630
(540) 622-2505

04/14/2023

Please join me in thanking this year's MATCH MEN!

11 local men have stepped forward to help raise money for the shelter animals by making a MATCHING donation of the highest bids of our live auction bags. Last year these men raised $6000 dollars in this way!

Nathan Patterson joins us for round 2 of Barks and Bags Match Men. He owns Royal Auto Works right here in beautiful Front Royal, and our community is blessed to have him! Thanks for supporting the animals, Nathan!

Help us thank him properly calling them next time your car needs work!
Phone: 540-636-3188
Fax: 540-636-7576
706 N. Royal Ave.
Front Royal, VA 22630