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Join Kimpton Hotels, San Francisco's Pet-Friendliest Hotel Collection, at the Fifth Annual HOWL-O-WEEN Yappy Hour and Pet Costume Event, Benefiting the SF SPCA

THE ARGONAUT HOTEL, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 3PM – 5PM

San Francisco, Calif., Oct 13 2011:

WHAT:	Join Kimpton Hotels, San Francisco’s pet-friendliest hotel collection, on the grass carpet as they play host to the city’s cutest four-legged friends, dressed in their best Halloween costumes. Bring those wet-nosed friends dressed in their best costumes for a chance to win a variety of fabulous prizes while enjoying sips, bites and the views of the San Francisco Bay. Benefitting the San Francisco SPCA, Kimpton’s Howl-o-Ween party is a not-to-be-missed event! Prizes will be given for: 1. Best in Show (Most Original) 2. Most Likely to Make You Howl (Funniest) 3. Most Likely to Make Your Fur Stand on End (Scariest) 4. Dynamic Duo (Dog and their human) All dogs must be leashed and friendly toward other dogs, children and people of all ages.
WHEN:	Sunday, October 30, 2011, 3pm – 5pm Costume Contest begins at 3:30pm
WHERE:	Kimpton’s Argonaut Hotel, Cannery Courtyard adjacent to the hotel 495 Jefferson Street (at Hyde) San Francisco, CA
COST:	2:15pm VIP Party - $15 suggested donation 3:00pm General Admission - $5 suggested donation Kimpton will match all donations up to $1,000! RSVP to jholt@sfspca.org by Oct 28th or buy your ticket at the door.

ABOUT KIMPTON HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, a collection of boutique hotels and chef-driven restaurants in the US, is an acknowledged industry pioneer and was the first to bring the boutique hotel concept to America. Founded in 1981 by Bill Kimpton, the company is well-known for making travelers feel welcomed and comfortable while away from home through intuitive and unscripted customer care, stylish ambience and having a certain playfulness in its approach to programs and amenities. Each hotel provides a range of exciting culinary experiences through locally-loved, top-rated, destination, chef-driven restaurants. Kimpton leads the hospitality industry in ecological practices through its innovative EarthCare program that spans all hotels and restaurants. Market Metrix, a recognized authority and leader in feedback solutions, consistently ranks Kimpton above other hotel companies in luxury and upper upscale segments for customer satisfaction. Privately held Kimpton operates 50 hotels and 54 restaurants in 16 states. For more information visit www.KimptonHotels.com or call 1-800-KIMPTON.