September 7 , 2007

 Wow ... September. No doubt that many of you, like us, are glad to say goodbye to a brutally hot summer. And with the transition to the school year comes a flurry of requests for help, so the RMAD staff has been working furiously as we assist the public with an array of situations. Some of them are quick and painless victories; others are complex and emotional, but all of them require our undivided attention.

On top of all this, RMAD staff is working on a desk load of projects. Many of them are entering their final stages, and we’ll be sure to inform you of the results.

The dedicated activists bringing attention to Shea Homes’ continuing assault on wildlife are hosting a protest again this weekend in Highlands Ranch. It will take place Saturday September 8 from 4–7 p.m. at the corner of Wildcat Reserve Parkway and South Broadway. The protest will coincide with Shea’s “BackCountry's Priority List Private Sneak Peek Celebration.” If you have any questions, please contact Pam (303-517-5011) or Leslie.

Big news! Denver Veg Fest is off and running. The unstoppable Dan Hanley is leading this April 2008 event. This not-for-profit event will feature food, fun, speakers, vendors, education, nonprofits, a children's area and more. Veg Fest is being sponsored by Arsenal Pulp Press, Colorado Anti-Violence Project, Cruelty-Free World, RMAD, Three Little Figs Market, Vegetarian Resource Group and WaterCourse Foods. Speakers confirmed so far include Bruce Friedrich (vice president, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals), Dan Landes (owner, WaterCourse Foods), Pattrice Jones (author and speaker), Sarah Kramer (bestselling vegan cookbook author) and Nathan Rumke (president and founder of Mercy for Animals).

We’ll be sure to keep you informed of details as they arrive, but in the meantime, check out the HEALTH Veg Fest Fundraiser taking place on October 7 in the form of a “Baked Potato Bonanza Fundraiser.” Dinner will be a potato bar with all the toppings. Of course, it will be all vegan and all you can eat. Lots more details in the RMAD Calendar.

As always, thanks for all you’re doing out there, and be sure to let us know if you have any questions or comments.


Rocky Mountain Animal Defense works to help eliminate the human-imposed suffering of animals in the Rocky Mountain region.

RMAD furthers its objective through public education investigation and research, the legislative process, direct action and appeals to reason and compassion

Rocky Mountain
Animal Defense
2525 Arapahoe, #E4-335
Boulder, CO 80302

303-449-4422
info@rmad.org
www.RMAD.org
www.VegColorado.com

 

 

RMAD Calendar Spotlight:

September 12
RMAD Happy Hour at City O’ City

When: 5-8 p.m.
Where: City O’ City

Join RMAD for Happy Hour in Denver—build community, connect with other advocates, have fun and support a local business with vegan food! Bring a friend, spread the word.

Questions? E-mail us at info@rmad.org.

Also coming up in the RMAD Calendar:
Fur Protest, Denver
Veg Fest Baked Potato Fundraiser
Walk for Farm Animals
Ringling Bros. Protest
Fur Free Friday

 

Please see our full calendar of events here.

 
Volunteer Opportunities

 Web designer: we’re looking for a Web designer to work on a couple of projects. For more information, please e -mail Chris.

Humane education speakers: RMAD's Humane Education Speakers Bureau is a network of volunteers who deliver talks to school groups, social clubs, churches and other organizations. Potential speakers will be provided with training (to be offered in both Denver and Boulder). You can fill out this form to get started.

Letter writers: We’ve assembled a team of letter writers to address issues in the local ( Colorado) media. As need s arise, we will send out a form e-mail that includes the pertinent media, names and addresses, tips, background information, etc.—making it as easy as possible for you to lend your voice on behalf of animals.

Check out RMAD’s online volunteer form and let us know about yourself and where your interests lie.

 

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