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End Animal Addiction Studies at the U of M
The Animal Rights Coalition's No Pain in My Name campaign and Progress for Science are joining together for an on-campus protest on Thursday, February 5 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the University of Minnesota against the work of Dr. Marilyn Carroll. For the past 30 years, Carroll has been forcibly addicting primates, rats, and mice to meth, heroin, nicotine, and alcohol. Funded by the National Institutes of Health, which is funded by your tax dollars, Carroll has received about $10,000,000 in funding over the last decade. Signs will be provided but feel free to make your own. RSVP at Minnesota AR Meetup or on Facebook. We will meet at the Moos Tower entrance off of the Washington Ave. Mall.
Note: This is a coalition event of two distinct groups. The protest will be fully in accordance with the law. The organizers of this event do not support trespassing or other types of disruptive activities.
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Third Annual Vegan Hotdish Cookoff
Join us for a delicious time at the Third Annual Twin Cities Vegan Hotdish Cookoff on Sunday, March 1st from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at the Fuller Park Recreation Center, 48th St.and Grand Ave. S in Minneapolis. Think tater tots, green beans, pasta, and other yummy things all mixed up in a single baking dish. Original recipes from area cooks will be vying for two prize categories: Audience Favorite and Judge's Choice.
Our judge's panel includes Aubry and Kale Walch of The Herbivorous Butcher, who offer small-batch, locally-sourced, all-natural meat alternatives and are about to open the world's first all-vegan butcher shop in Minneapolis. Mary Johnson Strand, the 2014 Judge's Choice winner, will also be on the panel.
Come and support ARC while tasting a variety of delicious hotdishes for only $1 per sample. Free beverages will be provided and there will be lots of great door prizes. Your best Church Lady attire is welcome, but not required.
We have a few contestant spots left and a $20 deposit will reserve your spot (you'll get your deposit back in full at the contest). Contestants will receive a $10 gift card from vegan boutique Ethique Nouveau. To register to compete, click here or email Chelsea at chelsea@animalrightscoalition.com.
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Jeannie and Dallas getting ready for a busy day of vegan outreach at the Minneapolis Tattoo Arts Convention January 9-11; they had lots of great conversations with people about adopting a plant-based diet. | |  |
Steve talking to a grocery shopping tour participant at the ExtraVEGANza at Whole Foods Market St. Paul in January | |
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An Easy Way to Support ARC
Support the Animal Rights Coalition and save big on your purchases at the Herberger's family of stores on Community Days, Friday, February 27 and Saturday, February 28. It's a win-win for everyone and all you have to do is purchase a coupon book containing $500 worth of coupons for $5.00 in person at Ethique Nouveau or online.
If we sell enough books we qualify to be in store during Herberger's Community Days and to receive a portion of the store profits that day. We were a big hit at last year's event with our canine mascots and raised a significant sum for ARC. Depending on where you live, you can use the coupon books at Herberger's Younkers, Carson's, The Boston Store, Bon-Ton, Bergner's, and Elder-Beerman. Please help spread the word to your family and friends about this fundraiser to help animals.
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Dedications
Thank you to those who remembered a special person or animal with a donation to ARC. It's a lovely way to pay tribute to someone.
In memory of my dear friend of 40 years, Vonnie Thomasberg – Elaine Knights
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Want to Help Animals?
Join the ARC In Action meetings on Wednesdays from 7:00-8:00 p.m. at 317 W 48th St. in Minneapolis. You don't have to be vegetarian or vegan to participate. We'd like to get to know you, and the animals need your help. If you can't make it to a meeting, you can fill out our online volunteer form.
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Help Orphaned and Injured Wildlife at a Cuddle Coats Prep Session
Saturday, January 31,1:00-3:00 p.m., ARC office/Ethique Nouveau, 317 W 48th St., Minneapolis
Help prep donated fur coats for shipment to our partner wildlife rehabilitation centers. This is a great low-key way to volunteer and meet other people in the group. RSVP at Minnesota AR Meetup.
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Leafleting at Powderhorn Art Sled Rally
Saturday, January 31, starting at 2:00 p.m., Powderhorn Park, 3400 15th Ave. S, Minneapolis
Fun leafleting opportunity at the 8th Annual Art Sled Rally at Powderhorn Park. For more info or to volunteer, email Ashley at ashley@animalrightscoalition.com.
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Free Screening of The Cove
Monday, February 2, 6:30 p.m., Minnehaha Free Space, 3747 Minnehaha Ave. S, Minneapolis
This 2010 Oscar winner for best documentary exposes the dark secret of the small town of Taji, Japan. The film follows the director and activist Ric O'Barry as they uncover the annual dolphin and whale slaughter that takes place from September to March every year. Attend this screening if you haven't seen the film, or if you've seen it, bring someone who hasn't seen it yet. We must continue to spread awareness about this horrific practice which kills thousands of marine mammals a year and is a primary contributor to the captive aquarium industry. RSVP at Minnesota AR Meetup.
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Vegan Wine & Cheese Social Hour
Friday, February 6, 6:30-9:00 p.m., Ethique Nouveau, 317 W 48th St., Minneapolis
Join us to sample delicious vegan Treeline cheese and enjoy a taste of vegan wine. This is a 21+ event. RSVP at Minneapolis Vegan Meetup.
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Twin Cities Women's Expo
Friday, February 20, 1:00-8:00 p.m. and Saturday, February 21, 11:00 am-4:00 p.m., Minneapolis Convention Center
ARC will have a booth at this expo where we will be handing out samples of Beyond Meat and talking to attendees about plant-based diets. For more info or to volunteer, email Chelsea at chelsea@animalrightscoalition.com.
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