Jennifer Mando, right, unwraps a raffle prize as Branford Compassion Club President Lori Brignola and volunteer Kelsey Elizabeth Matthews look on. The Branford Compassion Club held a kitten shower featuring refreshments, games, and raffles on Aug. 17 at the Branford Community Center. The shower helped raise funds and collect needed items such as food, litter, and toys to support the club’s mission of helping shelter and feral cats. For more information visit branfordcompassionclub.org.