Guide Dogs for the Blind

The Alameda Committee for Guide Dogs for the Blind’s 45th annual wine-tasting benefit and silent auction at Rosenblum Cellars on May 3 was really something to bark about. Puppies in training as well as their “people” attended the benefit, giving guests an opportunity to learn more about the programs offered to the blind. Such programs—made possible by the teamwork of staff, volunteers, donors and event proceeds—provide greater mobility to the vision impaired. www.guidedogs.com. Photography by Lani Allen.

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