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Antiques Helping Animals
Through November 30
The Manhattan Art and Antiques Center, 1050 Second Ave. at 56th St., Manhattan
During the month of November, dealers will be featuring items with animal themes. A portion of proceeds will go to the ASPCA.
Protecting the Whole Family: People with Pets Facing Domestic Violence
Wednesday, November 7, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
New York City Bar Association, 42 W. 44th St., Manhattan
This seminar will look at how violence against pets can be a sign of impending violence against human family members. It will also explore how the shelter system can be changed so that victims can leave an abusive home without leaving a beloved pet behind. On a related topic, Connecticut has passed a bill that allows courts to provide orders of protection for pets.
League of Humane Voters of New York City 6th Anniversary Gala
Saturday, November 10, 8 PM to midnight
Jivamukti Yoga School, 841 Broadway, 2nd fl., Manhattan
Enjoy vegan hors d'oeuvres and organic wine and beer at this celebration of local political action for animals. Shoes must be removed at the door, so wear your most festive socks. No furs, please! Tickets range from $35 to $500 each. More information from LOHV-NYC.
Mighty Mutts Benefit
Saturday, November 10, 8 PM
Hank's Saloon, 46 3rd Ave. at Atlantic, Brooklyn
The line-up of performers at this event to benefit the venerable rescue group includes G Spot, Cady Finlayson, Michelle Suesens and many others. Cover charge is $5.
Bowl for BARC
Wednesday, November 14, 6:30 PM
The Gutter, 200 North 14 St., Brooklyn
Hit the lanes to benefit the Brooklyn Animal Resource Coalition. More information, including price, to come here.
Thanksgiving Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, November 18, 2 PM
Unitarian Church of All Souls,
1157 Lexington Ave. at 80th St., Manhattan
A service in the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi will feature music performed by the Rudolf Steiner School Fourth Grade Class Choir, readings, prayers, and a homily by Rev. David Robb,
Assistant Minister for Adult Education. Pets (on a leash or in a carrier, please), stuffed animals, and photos of pets will be blessed. The service is open to all. For more information, call Bill Edwards at 516-944-7917 or Rae Ramsey at 212-752-4019.
Promoting Healthy Pets in the Age of Genetic Medicine
Monday, November 19, noon
15 Gramercy Park South, Manhattan
The Metropolitan Dog Club, a group for pure-breed dog enthusiasts, hosts this seminar on medical advances in the fight against genetic disorders.
If you are interested in helping the cause, consider donating some of your dog's blood to the Broad Institue at MIT, which is conducting research on diseases that afflict dogs.
Angel's Gate Vegan Thanksgiving
Monday, November 19, 7 PM
Westbury Manor, 1100 Jericho Turnpike, Westbury, New York
Angel's Gate is a non-profit hospice for sick and injured animals in Fort Salonga on Long Island, where, at any given time, about 200 animals of various species are in residence. The Vegan Thanksgiving is a fundraiser for the organization. Tickets cost $75 for adults, $50 for children, and $120 for couples. RSVP at 631-269-7641 or to susan@angelsgate.org.
DogCatemy Awards Gala
Thursday, November 29, 6 PM to 10 PM
Capitale, 130 Bowery btwn. Broome and Grand Sts., Manhattan
This red-carpet, black-tie-optional gala is a fundraiser for the North Shore Animal League. Short films made by celebrities about their pets will be awarded Best Movie, Best Pet Actor, Best Ensemble Pack, etc. Tickets start at $350, call 516-883-7575.
Barking Mad Bingo
Friday, November 30, doors open 6 PM, show starts 7 PM
Animal Haven Soho, 251 Centre St., Manhattan
A fund raiser for the Animal Haven shelter, with performaces by Sybil Bruncheon, Fabio Gorgissimo and Gefil Tefish. Tickets are $20. Please leave your hound at home!
Coffee Bark
Saturday, December 1, 7 AM to 9 AM
Prospect Park, Brooklyn
Held in rain or in shine, in the park's Long Meadow, behind the Picnic House (enter at Prospect Park West and 4th Street, then go left around the Picnic House), the monthly Coffee Bark includes muffins for humans and dog biscuits for hounds. The long standing social is sponsored by Brooklyn's FIDO, officially known as the Fellowship In the Interest of Dogs and Their Owners.
Prosecuting Dangerous Owners and Muzzling Dangerous Dogs
Saturday, December 1, 8 AM to 5:30 PM
NYU's D'Agostino Hall, 108 W. 3rd St., Manhattan
A daylong conference sponsored by the NYU Student Animal Legal Defense Fund exploring legal issues surrounding dangerous dogs and "canine profiling." More information here.
St. Nick's Dog Park Coffee Bark
Saturday, December 1, 9 AM to 11 PM
Mid-park between the 135th St. staircase and 136th St., Manhattan
Coffee and other refreshments are served at this gathering, which happens on the first Saturday of every month in St. Nicholas Park. For more information or if you'd like to volunteer, write dogpark@stnicholaspark.org.
Gingerbread Homes for Animals Exhibit
Saturday, December 1 and December 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 10 AM to 6 PM
Chelsea Market, 75 Ninth Ave. btwn. 15th and 16th Sts., Manhattan
Pastry chefs from the French Culinary Institute, Brasserie 8 1/2, the Water Club and elsewhere will turn their talents to building fantasy homes for pets for this exhibit, which has become an NYC holiday tradition. The gingerbread creations will be raffled off, with funds going to the Picasso Veterinary Fund and Rational Animal.
Sir William's Dog Run Coffee Bark
Sunday, December 2, 8 AM to 10 AM
Sir William's Dog Run, Fort Tryon Park, 190th St. and Fort Washington Ave., Manhattan
The Fort Tryon Dog Owner's Group invites everyone to this gathering the first Sunday of each month at their beautiful run. Free coffee and donuts. If you'd like to help out with maintenance of the run, stick around after the event.
The Pet-Rox Rock 'N Rudolph Holiday Show
Monday, December 5, doors open at 8:45 PM
Don't Tell Moma, 343 W. 46th St., Manhattan
This group is headed up by a vet/rhythm guitarist, and is made up of musicians who are all involved with animals in some way.
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