Scottsdale veterinarian Kristen Nelson, author of Coated With Fur, a look back at her first year of solo practice, speaks at an event that also features a silent auction of animal-inspired art by Tucson artists and photographers, from 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 2, at A Wing and a Prayer Arabian horse ranch, 12465 W. Emigh Road, Marana; $35. Proceeds benefit the Pima Library Foundation. Call 747-3310 or 982-3583 for more information.