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Join Washington DC’s 2011 Walk for Farm Animals, sponsored by Farm Sanctuary, the nation’s leading farm animal protection organization on Saturday, October 15. Emily Deschanel, star of FOX’s hit show “Bones,” is serving as this year’s national Walk spokesperson. The Washington DC Walk is one of more than 35 fun, community-focused events to help farm animals taking place in cities throughout the U.S. and Canada this Fall.

For 25 years, Farm Sanctuary has rescued and provided sanctuary for abused farm animals, educated the public about their plight, and advocated on their behalf. The Walks bring together thousands of people from different backgrounds in cities across the U.S. and Canada to raise vital funds to support the organization’s life-saving work and promote kindness towards animals. Please join Farm Sanctuary on October 15 and take a stand against cruelty to animals!

WHAT: Washington DC’s 2011 Walk for Farm Animals
WHEN: Saturday, October 15; check-in at 12:30 pm; walk at 2 pm
WHERE: Lake Artemesia (College Park, MD)
NOTES: Meet in the parking lot
HIGHLIGHTS: Hear an inspirational message from Gene Baur, Farm Sanctuary co-founder and president, live music provided by Jimmy Boss, delicious vegan food, and raffle prizes
REGISTRATION: Early registration is $15 for adults; $5 for kids 13-17; and FREE for kids 12 and under! Registration fee on the day of the Walk is $35. To register, visit www.walkforfarmanimals.org.

Poplar Spring Open House 2011 Pics

Hopefully you were able to make it out to Poplar Spring this past Sunday. This was their 14th annual open house and fundraiser. There was live music, food, silent auction, face painting for the kids, and lots of wonder animals! Seemed there was a very good turnout this year, if you missed this event they have their annual Thanksgiving with the Turkeys pot luck event November 19th, this is my favorite event of the year lots and lots and lots of delicious Vegan food to eat, make sure you put it on your calendar now! Here are some pics I took yesterday…