10.12.05

Dear Friends of All who Walk, Swim, Fly, and Wiggle:

RMAD once again greeted the circus in force last weekend. Despite the Coliseum and circus staff’s typical bullying antics, we were polite, calm, and did our thing. And we looked good, too. Our body screens were there to show that you can’t argue with video. The screams of animals are loud and clear.

Next on the schedule is Fur Free Friday, on the day after Thanksgiving. We’ll be visiting the animal skinners doing business in Cherry Creek, reminding the public that these people continue to engage in the cruel, barbaric slaughter of animals for vanity and greed.

RMAD is organizing a winter blanket drive for animals residing at area shelters and sanctuaries. We have a few options for getting the blankets to the animals, including a drop-off point at Three Little Figs (2793 Iris Ave, NW Corner of 28th & Iris, Monday-Saturday 11-7), and a pending drop-off point in Denver. You can also call or email Steven and Tami Conley (303 661 3954, TJC1BC@aol.com) to arrange for a pick-up in the Denver/Boulder metro area.

VOLUNTEERS – we really need help soliciting donations for our upcoming fundraiser with Southern Plains Land Trust! Please email us if you can help. This is going to be a great event with many holiday gift opportunities.

Chris and Donna
Saturday, October 15: Fur Demo

When: 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Posters and leaflets will be provided. Bring an umbrella just in case!
Where: Marks Lloyds Furs, 263 Josephine between 2nd and 3rd in Cherry Creek See directions below.

Winter is fast approaching and sadly, fur sales will soon be on the rise for the season. Please help us spread the truth about fur, in Denver.
Here's the scoop about fur:
http://www.furisdead.com/feat/ChineseFurFarms/
http://www.hsus.org/wildlife/issues_facing_wildlife/fur_and_trapping/
http://www.furisdead.com/getActive.asp
http://www.furisdead.com/photos-traps.asp
http://www.bancrueltraps.com/
http://www.furkills.org/
http://www.infurmation.com

Directions: From I-25 take Speer South to University. Turn Left (North, see Whole Foods Market on your Right after you turn onto University). University turns into Josephine after you cross 2nd. Marks Lloyds will, be on your Left just before 3rd. Don't forget to buy a parking ticket to place on your dash board from one of the green parking boxes marked with a (P) that are located on each block. From 6th Avenue going East, or 8th Avenue going West. go South on York (a one way street) to 3rd. Turn Left (East) on 3rd. Josephine is the next street. Marks Lloyds is behind Little Ollies which you will see on the corner of 3rd and Josephine. Call 303-807-1886 if you need help with directions.

Sunday, October 16: Free RMACA/Cat Care Society Feral and Stray Cat Spay/Neuter Clinic

When: Drop off cats between 8:00-9:00 am. Pick up cats the same day between 2:00-3:00 pm.
Where: The Cat Care Society, 5787 W. 6th Ave. Lakewood, CO 80214 Between Sheridan and Wadsworth on the frontage road north of 6th Ave., 1/2 block east of Harlan St., located directly north of (behind) the RMACA office.)

Sunday Clinic Rules: NO EXCEPTIONS!
1) Each individual person may bring up to 4 cats per clinic.
2) Cats 12 weeks and older: if possible, 1 cat per trap/carrier. Kittens 8-12 weeks: up to 2 kittens per trap/carrier.
3) This clinic accepts feral (wild) cats/kittens, and/or tame STRAY (homeless) cats/kittens ONLY! Please do not bring or send owned cats as we will have to turn them away. Feel free to send anybody you know who is trapping feral cats to the Sunday clinic. The orange vouchers are not required for this clinic. As long as you show up between the specified hours, no appointments are necessary. Please e-mail sdsjdo@aol.com with questions.

Wednesday, October 19: Happy Hour at Tsing Tao

When: 5:00 p.m.
Where: Tsing Tao, 607 S Broadway, Boulder

Thanks to the efforts of Matt and Barbara Bear, Tsing Tao has a large vegan menu, vegan “egg” rolls, and vegan fortune cookies. People will gather to hang out, have some food, have some drinks, have some fun, and just create community. Just show up!

Friday, November 25: Fur Free Friday

When: 11:00 a.m.
Where: Cherry Creek

We’ll be on the streets of Denver to greet shoppers and tell them to choose cruelty-free luxury items this year.

Wednesday, December 7: RMAD/Southern Plains Land Trust Winter Fundraiser Party

When: Time TBA
Where: Downtown Denver

More details to follow!!

Ongoing: Vegetarian Parents of Denver Meeting

Vegetarian Parents of Denver meet the second Saturday of every month. We discuss a variety of issues, share resources and are even starting an organic food buying club. We welcome parents of children of any age. Bring the kids and we have a babysitter watch them in another room. Our next meeting is June 11 at 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. You can call 303 355 5272 or e-mail Laura Patrick (veganmom2002@yahoo.com) for directions. Or join our online discussion group at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/compassionate_future/.