VERNON — Singer Donna Ray and the newly resuscitated band Screaming Nurse are preparing to give fans of 1980s female-driven rock ‘n’ roll a blast from the past. And they’ll help raise funds for Anita’s Stevens Swan Humane Society in Utica at the same time.

Nearly 40 years since their heyday playing around Central New York, Screaming Nurse takes the stage once again for a special benefit concert event at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at Nothin’ Fancy Country Rock Saloon, 10 Ruth St.

Ray is now joined by lead guitarist Arianna “Rosie O’Leary” Marci, rhythm guitarist and saxophonist Avery Davis, bassist Owen Paz, keyboardist Jack Townes, drummer Jenny Townes and Sammy D on backing vocals.

“I’ve been wanting to do this for a long time,” Ray said. “Screaming Nurse is coming back, revived with new blood.”

Admission is $5 and raffle tickets will be sold starting at 7 p.m.

First prize is a 4-foot by 3-foot glitter painting of the Statue of Liberty plus an autographed poster by Robert Channing; second prize is a Hot Wheels Prize Pack; and third prize is a $25 Price Chopper gift card.

Ray said anyone donating items from the shelter’s wishlist will receive a free raffle ticket for each item. Visit www.anitas-sshs.org for the list.

Screaming Nurse themselves won’t be taking a penny for the performance, she noted. Helping animals in need is a case close to her heart, Ray admitted.

“When the economy is bad the pets are the first to suffer,” she said.

Screaming Nurse takes the stage at 8 p.m. for a set featuring their own classic “Just a Man” and the debut of a brand-new song, plus covers of 1980s hits from the likes of Pat Benatar and Joan Jett.

Raffle winners will be announced after their set and The 169 Rhythm Section from Oneida plays more classic rock at 9 p.m. for the rest of the evening.

“It’s always good to see a band come back to life,” said 169 Rhythm Section drummer Steve Seelman. “This show will be off the hook from the very first chord - anyone that likes great rock ‘n’ roll needs to come out for this one!”

“This is going to be a great two-band show,” Ray promised.

“People should expect the unexpected. It’s going to be theatrical, high-energy rock ‘n’ roll with some special guest stars. They won’t be disappointed.”