Welcome to the Humane League Veg Outreach Calendar of Philadelphia Events posted here primarily focus on advocating for farmed animals, as they represent over 98% of the animals used and killed in the United States. We will include many opportunities for vegan outreach including  leafleting, tabling and other events that help promote compassionate lifestyles.

...Where vegans feel at home, and the not-yet-meat-free-but-looking-to-get-there are warmly welcomed. Whether you've been following a vegan diet for many years, for a few days, or you're just starting to think about it... we invite you to join us for fun, food, community & outreach! Do you wonder why more & more people are going meat-free, egg-free, dairy-free? Then check out this letter I wrote just for you.* Here's more information about the meetup group, and how to use it. And to help make o …

If we're at all serious about helping ensure a better future for animals, we have to start demanding much more from ourselves than we have previously. We have to dedicate ourselves to effective campaigning. We have to support local grass-roots struggles, both in the streets and with donations. We have to choose our targets strategically, with a mind to bottlenecks. In any case, we need to do more! Tired of HEARING about animal activism and want to actually DO something?  Well, this is the group …

This is the Philadelphia area chapter of the Harry Potter Alliance. We are a group of Harry Potter fans fighting for peace, activism, and justice in the Muggle world. If you are a Potter-Person and are interested in making a difference in your community, this group is for you! Check out our LJ group at community.livejournal.com/da_philadelphia!

Animals Asia Foundation is a Hong Kong-based government-registered animal welfare charity founded by Jill Robinson MBE in 1998. It also has charitable status in the UK, Italy, Germany, the USA and Australia with donations being tax-deductible in these countries. It has additional offices in China. Our NYC support group was formed in July of 2009. Our goal is to support Animals Asia in its mission to improve the lives of all animals in Asia, end cruelty and restore respect for animals Asia-wide …

As the name suggests, Vegunks is a group of ethical vegan and vegetarian climbers/mountaineers, created for the purpose of organizing daytrips to the Gunks (and possibly other areas).  ALL levels and abilities are welcome, including folks who had never climbed before.  The point here is not to climb 5.12, but rather to create a community of compassionate, easy-going climbers, make new, like-minded friends, and have fun!  If the group shows interest, we may also plan extended mountaineering trips …

Montclair Vegans is a group for vegans to come together and enjoy each other's company. We have potlucks, cooking classes, restaurant outings, movie nights, book discussions and more. We're a friendly and welcoming group, and we love great food!

Animal Protection League of NJ is dedicated to eliminating animal suffering and exploitation by promoting respect for animals. To reach this goal, we educate to increase public awareness of the institutionalized and legalized abuse of animals. We encourage activism in our own communities to end the cruelty. We promote lifestyle changes to reduce and eliminate the suffering Issues of concern include testing on animals, the killing of wildlife for management or sport, the fur industry, animals ra …

This group is only open to veg parents who are raising a vegetarian/vegan child (or expecting/pregnant veg parents) in NYC.  Together, we go to veg restaurants, have potlucks, picnics in the park, easter egg hunts, Halloween parties, and more. Please join us on facebook. Also, "like" my website/blog focused on offering resources and tips for parents raising veg kids. Looking forward to meeting you!

I wanted to start a meet-up group for those of you who are usually embarassed to go out with your friends and start talking about what matters most in your lives... your feline companions. I know that personally whenever I am with my fellow crazy cat friends, all we end up talking about is our animals and the adorable and funny things they do - not to mention the animal welfare world in general (as well as our jobs, social lives, etc... we have not totally lost it (yet) to the animal world). I w …

ANIMALS NEED YOU P.O. BOX 332, Hawthorne, NJ 07507 973-420-2981 Website: http://www.animalsneedyou.rescuegroups.org ANIMALS NEED YOU is a non-profit humane organization, dedicated to alleviating the plight of homeless and abandoned animals. ANIMALS NEED YOU, which is staffed entirely by volunteers, rescues animals in need of assistance from a variety of sources.  They are provided with food, shelter and medical treatment as they prepare for adoption into suitable homes.  All animals are c …

Philly Pets Meetup supports the bond between people & pets. We get together for pet friendly events, volunteer with animal welfare organizations, and organize fun pet meetups. Our goal is to encourage and inspire people & their pets to live more happy, healthy lives together!

New York Animal Rights Alliance America is now waging a revolution on the New York Center for Animal Care and Control. We hit the streets in large numbers with flyers and signs to give the City of NY a strong message, WE ARE NOT GOING TO TAKE THE SLAUGHTER OF OUR DOGS AND CATS **ANYMORE** and demand the killing ends now, that the pounds in Queens and the Bronx be built after the city just won their appeal NOT to build them, that decency and compassion and patience and MONEY is allocated to our …

Have you asked yourself, "Where are the individuals rocking vegetarianism, veganism and very cool ideas in the Mile Square City and the JC?" If you have, welcome to V Rock! The Hoboken + Jersey City Vegetarian + Vegan Meetup where men and women rock connection over conscious, delicious cuisine to create positive change for ourselves, our cities, animals and Earth. We're a tribe from all walks of life - V-Rockers - vegetarians, vegans and the very cool - who strive to be conscious and compassio …

The Bear Program's primary mission is to protect black bears and their habitat. Our Bear Smart Community outreach program serves to educate residents about bears, reduce unwarranted fears and increase tolerance of our bear neighbors. Both our protection and education objectives foster a peaceful coexistence and replaces fear with respect and understanding. We are the only organizational program in New Jersey that works solely to protect bears. We meet the second Wednesday of every month except J …

SJAA’s PURPOSE/GOALS: To move beyond the celebration of the "interdependent web of existence" into practices in our everyday personal, social, economic and political lives that affirm species interdependence. The South Jersey Animal Advocates (SJAA) is a group of animal-compassionate people dedicated to animal welfare and protection. We are a collective voice and force committed to end animal abuse and suffering by turning this compassion into action.

This is a group for vegans, vegetarians, and those interested in becoming so to come together and enjoy each other's company. We will have potlucks, cooking classes, restaurant outings, movie nights, book discussions and more. Hoping to develop a friendly and welcoming group, and to share lots of yummy food!

Westchester's Eco Social, a place to meet and hang with other awesome people who have made the move to go green and natural in their lives. We'll be hosting some cool events like beauty seminars and green networking, and of course involving some wine tasting. :)

What is Long Island Vegan Family Network? We are a community of families who get together to provide our kids with a safe, relaxing, and fun environment where they can be themselves, and where they know the food will be vegan. Our kids deserve a place where they can feel nurtured and validated by others who share their values. And guess what? We parents need that too! So please join us. Let's meet at least once a month, build community and foster new friendships. We were inspired by the success …

Peace Advocacy Network (PAN) promotes a peaceful existence through veganism, social justice, and respect for the Earth's inhabitants and resources. PAN, founded in 2010, is a grassroots group completely run by volunteers that strives for the absence of violence in the lives of people and animals by eliminating oppression and inequality.

This is a group to get people together who support animal rights. We will list all types of events from animal group tricky trays to just general animal events around northern new jersey. A number of friends of mine love these kinds of events so I'm sure there are more of us out there. With Hurricane Sandy a few people I know have been taking donations for furry friends as well as the humans who need help and what better way to reach out to people to help with donations than on a meetup site.

Have you thought about a vegan (or vegetarian) lifestyle, but had so many questions you just got overwhelmed? Or perhaps you've had a trial run but eventually fell off the wagon onto a big steak? If you're ready for a first or second try at a plant-based diet, or even if you're just "vegan-curious", this Meet-up will help you easily achieve your goals while having fun with new friends! All your questions will be answered, in the company and camaraderie of other transitional omnivores. It's a gro …

"Come on, Come all - looking for Animal Lovers of all kinds to assist us with raising Funds and Awareness for Animal Welfare. Need volunteers to assist with obtaining Sonsorship for our 3rd Annual Black & White Masquerade Charity Ball on November 2, 2013 at the Holiday Inn Kulpsville, Pa., from 6pm to midnight. Looking for people who are interested in being part of these events and to start meeting in a fun place. We are a 501c3 Non Profit Animal Welfare Charity that supports local, state and na …

We are a group of peaceful activists to protest against the fur trade. We want to raise awareness of the reality of this cruel and unacceptable marketing. Animals need our voices to end their suffering. Join us to make a difference...

Since December 2011 we have met every Saturday from noon to 3pm to protest the sale of puppies from puppy mills at We Love Pets, a pet store in the shopping center at Baltimore Pike and Providence Road (Route 252). We try to educate the public about the evils of puppy mills and the pet stores that sell puppies from puppy mills. We feel that we are making great progress and many people thank us for our efforts. Our protest is always polite, low-key, and law-abiding. We are not sign-waving fanatic …

This is a group for anyone interested in weekend brunching action, hanging out, sharing meals, sipping mimosas and knocking back some coffee. All are welcome, veggie or not. Get into it! Pancake image is from veganyumyum.com. All rights belong to her.