The Dutchess County SPCA celebrates its 145th anniversary with the Animal Kingdom Ball at The Grandview in Poughkeepsie. The semi-formal evening (cocktail attire) represents the Dutchess SPCA’s primary fundraising event of the year, and features a cocktail reception with passed hors d’oeuvres and live music, an elegant dinner, fireworks, a photo booth, dancing, desserts, and more.