By all accounts all who stopped by WorldFest had a fun and interesting time. It was rumored that it was the highest account of attendance that the festival had ever experienced. Many different, diverse companies and groups were present making the event both eclectic and memorable. We at The Vegan Collection would like to thank those who took time to visit our booth, provide creative input, and to the many who purchased our products.

After the incredible sales turnout we have decided to extent our product line to include wallets and other accessories. The estimated time of arrival of these new products to our website is undetermined but we will try to be prompt.

At the festival we discovered a discrepancy with our belt sizes. We intend to remedy this issue by providing a greater variety of belt sizes which should show up in the store next month.

For all those who came to the event we hope you had as much fun as we did! Thanks again for coming and check out our WorldFest pictures below!

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The League of Humane Voters came out with their endorsements for candidates in tomorrow’s City of Los Angeles election. I have been too busy the past couple of weeks to do any homework on the issues, so I am using their list as a good starting point for research on tomorrow’s issues. As a reminder, the turnout for local elections is generally small, so the power of your vote will be greatly increased. Here’s their list:

City Attorney
Carmen Trutanich
You can see his responses to the League of Humane Voters’ questionnaire here.

Los Angeles City Council District 5
Paul Koretz
Paul has authored quite a few pro-animal resolutions including:

• - Created the City of West Hollywood Animal Issues Task Force
• - Authored resolution declaring West Hollywood an animal cruelty-free city
• - Authored ordinance preventing landlords from evicting seniors and the disabled for having small animals in their apartments
• - Authored ordinance providing for a lower license fee for spayed or neutered animals
• - Authored resolutions opposing cruel practices against animals, like the Draize test

You can see more information about Paul’s accomplishments on his website here.

The WorldFest 2009 Earth Day Festival is happening this upcoming Saturday at Woodley Park in Encino, CA. WorldFest is a solar-powered celebration of music, the environment, animals and humanity, but what the people that I know really go for is the vegan food, vegan food and more vegan food. The Vegan Collection will be there selling our shoes and belts alongside over 100 other vendors and exhibitors selling their food and wares. This is a must attend for any So Cal vegan, so if you’re there, stop by our booth and say “Hi.” Here are all the details:

WorldFest
Saturday, May 16 – 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM

WorldFest is located at the Northern end of Woodley Park in Encino, CA.
Parking is $5.
6350 Woodley Ave.
Encino, CA

Last Chance for Animals and Cesar Millan are teaming up for a puppy mill expose tonight the National Geographic Channel tonight. Cesar goes undercover with Last Chance for Animals’ Special Investigation Unit to witness the horrors of puppy mills firsthand and works to rehabilitate these dogs who have never known the world outside their overcrowded cages. Cesar also works with the LCA team how to rehabilitate the traumatized dogs from the moment they are rescued out of their cages. I used to watch The Dog Whisperer religiously, but after a season or two, the stories got a bit repetitive. This is a nice change of pace and hopefully the high profile show will change the mind of a few potential new dog owners. The show airs tonight at 9pm ET/PT.

The Free to a Good Home 2 art show opening will be happening this Saturday, May 9th, at the book/art/toy store GR2 on Sawtelle. This canine-themed group art show will feature pieces from over 50 artists as well as having dogs available for adoption at the opening with the hopes of matching them up with new owners. LAAS will also be accepting donations of supplies and food for the shelter. (Suggested donations: blankets, towels, unopened pet food, pet beds, pet coats, kongs, etc.) Those making donations through the duration of the show will receive a coupon for 25 percent off their next purchase at GR2. Dogs will be available for adoption from 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM with a reception featuring many of the artists from 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM. Here are all the details:

Free to a Good Home 2 Art Show Opening and Dog Adoption

Reception: Saturday, May 9, 6:30 PM -10:00 PM
Adoption: Saturday, May 9, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Location:
GR2: 2062 Sawtelle Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025
gr2.net
(310) 445-9276