You are invited to a NEW WELLSFEST WEEK EVENT! It's a PAW PARTY for our furry friends sponsored by Studio Chane and Hollywood Feed at the Fondren First Thursday (Oct. 2) Block Party. The party will be in front of St. Luke's Church located at 621 Duling Ave. in the Fondren District.

Come out for gift bags, party favors, a costume contest at 6:15 p.m., and a blessing of the pets at 6:30 p.m.

• All pet participants must be leashed in accordance with city ordinances.
• T-shirts available for sale.
• All WellsFest proceeds go to the Jackson Free Clinic.
• Pets are not allowed on the Ag. Museum grounds, where the music festival will be held from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4.