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Annual Twin Cities Turkey-Free Thanksgiving Potluck

It's that time of year. Sweet smells of cranberry jelly, mouth-watering vegan pumpkin pie, and savory Tofurky.

Enjoy delicious vegan food with fun people at Compassionate Action for Animals and EarthSave's Annual Twin Cities Turkey-Free Thanksgiving Potluck. Although some food will be provided, this is a potluck, so be sure to bring a vegan (no animal products) dish/drink that can serve five to eight people!

Prepare yourself for delicious food, a prize-packed raffle, special freebies, fun games, and good music provided by Substance. Mark your calendars and invite all your friends and family!

Time: Sunday, November 23, 4 p.m. until 6:30 p.m.
Location: Matthew's Community Park, 2318 29th Ave. S, Minneapolis

The event will be held indoors at Matthew's Community Park in the Seward neighborhood of Minneapolis and near the University of Minnesota's West Bank. Matthew's Community Park is close to the 25th and Riverside exit on highway I-94 and you can check out a map online.

December Book Club: An Unnatural Order by Jim Mason

Join CAA's next book club meeting for a discussion of Jim Mason's classic, An Unnatural Order: Roots of Our Destruction of Nature.

"This is one of a number of recent books that trace both environmental destruction and social oppression to the Western world view that sets humankind outside of, above, and in conflict with nature. What makes this work unique is the emphasis he places on the relationship between human beings and other animals as both explaining and symbolizing our dysfunctional way of life with its built-in patriarchy, misogyny, and racism. "Dominionism" justifies merciless exploitation of the earth and its creatures for human wealth and pleasure, but it has left a deep psychic wound."." (Description from The Library Journal)

We will also be holding a special conference call with Jim Mason during the second half hour of our meeting, so don't miss out on this opportunity. The book is available at many online booksellers. Does not appear in local library listings.

Anyone is welcome to join in the discussion and hang out, even if you have not read the book! If you would like to RSVP for the book club or have any questions, please contact Suzy at suzy@exploreveg.org.

Time: Wednesday, December 3, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Location: Common Roots Cafe (back room), 2558 Lyndale Ave. S., Minneapolis

Article: Californians Make History by Banning Veal Crates, Battery Cages, and Gestation Crates

Humane Society of the United States News Release
November 4, 2008

Voters in California approved an historic ballot measure to halt the inhumane confinement of animals on factory farms-by an overwhelming margin.

Wayne Pacelle, President and CEO of The Humane Society of the United States, said, "California voters have taken a stand for decency and compassion and said that the systemic mistreatment of animals on factory farms cannot continue. All animals deserve humane treatment, including animals raised for food."

Read the full news release.