at 90.1 FM KPFT Houston (89.5 in Galveston)
or live on the web at www.kpft.org
and www.veganworldradio.com
(or later on archive http://archive.kpft.org)
Visit http://societyofpeace.org/
for local animal rights events announcements.
>> Friday, March 6, 2008 & Sunday, March 8, 2009
PROTEST of the HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW and RODEO

Join the Houston Animal Rights Team and all area activists in protesting rodeo cruelty near the Reliant gate entrance at Kirby and Westridge.  Leaflets and signs will be provided or feel free to come with your own. Bring water and dress appropriately for lots of sunshine. Please visit www.houstonanimalrights.com or call Alma at (713) 734-0820.
Friday, March 6th, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (Black Heritage Day)
Sunday, March 8th, 2 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Jonas Brothers Concert)


*WEEK OF MARCH 15-22 - MEATOUT WEEK 2009 EVENTS*
SOCIETY OF PEACE ANNUAL "MEATOUT WEEK" EVENTS FOR 2009 TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON!
Please visit www.societyofpeace.org or phone (832) 722-1376.



>> Saturday, March 28, 2009
No Kill Houston presents the "Building A No Kill Community" Seminar featuring Nathan Winograd

No Kill Houston presents Animal Shelter expert, Nathan Winograd for a “Building a No Kill Community” seminar on Saturday, March 28, 2009.  This seminar has been known to successfully reduce the kill rate at some shelters down to zero.  This seminar is open to citizens and animal shelter personnel.  Nathan Winograd, who is the director of the No Kill Advocacy Center (www.nokilladvocacycenter.org) and author of Redemption-The Myth of Pet Overpopulation, nationally trains pioneering shelters committed to adopting best practices to save pets’ lives. 

Date: Saturday, March 28, 2009
Time: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location: South Texas College of Law, Joe Green Auditorium

Tickets may be pre-purchased through the mail or online at www.NoKillHouston.org for $14.99 before March 27, 2009.  Tickets are also available for $20.00 at the door of the Joe Green Auditorium located at 1303 San Jacinto Street, Houston, TX 77002.
For more information, e-mail nokillhouston@yahoo.com or call Bett at (713) 291-1710. 


   
>> Saturday, March 7, 2009
"Learn how to be a Personal Chef" with vegan chef Pamela Kletke

Pamela Kletke (MBA, U of St. Thomas), a.k.a. “The Food Fairy,” has been a personal chef since 2005. Pamela is an organic gardener and teaches business classes at Houston Community College. She will be offering her personal chef class on Saturday, March 7, 2009 in the Heights from 9:15AM - 12:15PM. Pamela will teach how to set up your business (DBA, food safety certification, website, etc.) and receive cooking tips that will translate into happy customers and a good return on your investment. These cooking tips will compliment a meal that will be served throughout the class.

This class is being offered through Leisure Learning. The fee is $52 + $8 food/materials fee. Register for the class online at www.LLU.com or phone (713) 529-4414.



>> Sunday, March 15, 2009
"Vegan Irish Feast" Cooking Class with vegan chef Staci Davis

Leisure Learning Unlimited presents a "Vegan Irish Feast" cooking class, featuring vegan personal chef and radio personality Staci Davis. The class is Sunday, March 15, 2009 from 3:00 - 7:00 PM in Sharpstown area (SW Frwy at Fondren) in Houston. Staci will teach you how to prepare Irish Stout Stew, colcannon, burnt oranges, soda bread and more.

The cost of the class is $52 and includes the meal. For more information and to register, visit www.LLU.com or phone (713) 529-4414. Participants must register in advance through Leisure Learning, as class size is limited!



>> February 21st through Sunday, March 8th -- Saturdays and Sundays at 2 pm.
Animal Rescue Play in the Heights

UpStage Theatre's   children's play "Too Many Beagles" runs from Saturday, February 21st through Sunday, March 8th -- Saturdays and Sundays at 2 pm, cost $10. The six performances are at Lambert Hall at Heights Blvd. and 17th Street in The Heights historic district of Houston.  "Too Many Beagles" is an animal rescue play for all ages, especially those who love hounds. It's designed to educate children on the choices of fostering and adoption and is told with humor and songs. Adoptable animals in attendance at each performance.

Proceeds benefit Basset Buddies Rescue of Texas
www.basset-buddies-rescue.org
Reservations, Tickets and Info
713-838-7191

   
>> Saturday, March 7, 2009
Friends of BARC and Cooper Clinic are hosting another fun-filled monthly "Meet & Greet" event!

The Meet & Greet takes place on Saturday, March 7, 2009 in the Heights from 12:00 Noon to 5:00 PM (NEW HOURS)! Meet homeless dogs and cats in need of loving families! All proceeds from the event will go to Friends of BARC, a non profit volunteer group, to purchase needed supplies for the city’s shelter animals.You can also drop off donations for BARC anytime or at the Meet and Greet at Cooper Animal Clinic, 1136 Heights Blvd. This will be another great opportunity to meet shelter animals in need of a second chance.

Call 713.861-1155 for more information or visit www.FriendsofBarc.org  to learn how you can help homeless animals in Houston through adoption or fostering. Be sure to also visit KPFT's "Adopt a Friend" page .


   
>> Saturday, March 7, 2009
The Houston Vegan Meetup Dinner

The Houston Vegan Meetup group will be meeting for their social Dinner on Saturday, March 7, 2009 at 5:30 PM.  The location this month is Field of Greens Restaurant in Houston. Visit www.meetup.com/vegans-dining-in-houston/ for more info and to RSVP. Society of PEACE member Reese is the organizer of the Houston Vegan Meetup. This is a large meetup group, so RSVP early to reserve a spot!


   
>> Sunday, March 15, 2009
Houston Vegan Knitters & Crafts Group Meeting

The Houston Vegan Knitters Group will be meeting on Sunday, March 15, 2009 from 3:00-5:00 PM. The group will be meeting at The House of Tea in Houston. All levels of knitting skills and other craft enthusiasts are welcome to attend this social event. Feel free to bring vegan snacks to share! For more information on this group, visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/houstonveganknitters/ or contact Society of PEACE Secretary Stacey Halsch, or Society of PEACE Treasurer Amanda Mariano.



>> Thursday, April 2, 2009
Texas Humane Lobby Day - Austin

On April 2, animal advocates will gather in Austin for the 2009 Texas Humane Lobby Day. Please join us for this exciting opportunity to meet directly with your elected officials or their staff about legislation that will significantly impact animals. In order to prepare you for your meetings, we will give you tips for lobbying and an overview of pending animal legislation. Then, along with other animal advocates, you will be able to meet with your legislators and let them know about your support of humane legislation.Face to face meetings are one of the most effective ways to get involved and make a concrete difference in the lives of animals. We hope you can join us on Thursday, April 2, and experience how you can be an effective animal advocate.This event is free of charge, but an R.S.V.P. is requested to attend. Click here to R.S.V.P. now.

2009 Texas Humane Lobby Day
Thursday, April 2, 2009
9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Texas State Capitol, Room E2.002
1100 Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78701
R.S.V.P. for this event
Phone (817) 915-5442