Join ARC, Bailing out Benji, and Puppy Mill Free Minnesota for a peaceful protest against Four Paws and a Tail on public property near Northtown Mall, 398 Northtown Drive NE, Blaine, Minnesota from 1:00 to 2:00 pm. Meet at the intersection of County Road 10 and Jefferson, on the grassy area in front of Chipotle. Signs are provided but you are welcome to bring your own. We oppose Four Paws and a Tails business model of buying companion animals from breeding facilities and selling them to the public. We also oppose the idea that because a breeding facility is USDA licensed, it is ethical. RSVP at Animal Rights Meetup.

ARC will be doing Virtual Reality Pay Per View outreach at Augsburg University in Minneapolis today. Pay Per View is an innovative form of outreach where people are offered $1.00 to view a short 3D film about the lives of animals used for food and then go home with information about how changing to a plant-based diet can make a huge difference for the animals, the earth, and themselves. This is a life-changing experience for many viewers.

Join us to watch Melanie Joy's film "Sustainable Vegan Activism: How to Be More Effective and Fulfilled Advocating For Animals", in addition to a thought provoking conversation on how to remain an effective animal advocate. In this film, psychologist Dr. Melanie Joy explains the common causes of burnout, frustration, and ineffective activism and discusses how "unsustainable" activism is one of the most serious obstacles to the success of the animal rights movement. Vegan snacks and drinks will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own to share. Location is ARC office, co-located with Ethique Nouveau, 317 W 48th St. in Minneapolis.

We will be doing Virtual Reality Pay Per View outreach and vegan food sampling at Century College in White Bear Lake, MN today. Pay Per View is an innovative form of outreach where people are offered $1.00 to view a short 3D film about the lives of animals used for food and then go home with information about how changing to a plant-based diet can make a huge difference for the animals, the earth, and themselves. This is a life-changing experience for many viewers.

Join AmyLeo Barankovich, of Vegan Affairs Minnesota, for an interactive, thought-provoking conversation about moving towards being your best voice for the animals. It seems to be human nature to speak “wildly” when our emotions lead the conversation. Being an effective animal advocate requires putting into practice a set of tools that we can access once we are aware of them and know how to best use them. Location is Penn Lake Library from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

The food here is consistently delicious! Whether you are a new vegan or curious to try out some amazing vegan food, Amy and Melissa, your hosts, can help guide you through the menu. Bambu is located at 1715 Beam Ave. in Maplewood. Please RSVP at Vegan Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/vegan-415/

We have had lots of new volunteers join ARC already this year, so it's time for a new volunteer orientation! Please join Ashley and Kelsey to learn about ARC's mission, goals, and values and how you can help animals in a way that works for you. Some of the things we will discuss: what volunteers do at events, how we present our message to the public, how to communicate effectively with others, how to setup and use the Virtual Reality Headsets, and much more. We'll answer your questions and tell you about volunteer opportunities. Location is ARC office/Ethique Nouveau at 317 W 48th St. in Minneapolis. Please RSVP at Animal Rights Meetup.

Have you ever been confused about what vegan recipes to make or wanted tips for quick meals on the go? If so, join Ashley and Kelsey for an in-depth free workshop where they will review everything from salads, sandwiches, and week-night recipes to convenience foods and restaurants that fit your lifestyle and goals. You will take away easy last-minute food options for when your fridge looks empty and tips for starting your vegan journey. Location is Penn Lake Library, 8400 Penn Ave. in Bloomington. RSVP on the Vegan University Facebook page or on Minneapolis Animal Rights Meetup.

Join the Animal Rights Coalition along with Minnesota Animal Liberation in letting the public know that the circus is not a family friendly event. St. Paul Osman Shrine continues to hold their annual circuses that include exploitation of elephants, tigers, and lions. The animal shows are based on cruel training methods, hours upon hours traveling in small cages, and performing show after show, only to go back into small cages until the next performance. Join us at any of the following times to stand in solidarity against animal cruelty: Friday, March 29, 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm, Saturday, March 30, 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm *and* 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm, and Sunday, March 31, 9:30 am to 10:30 am. The above times listed are for before each show starts. Some signs will be provided, but feel free to make/bring your own. Make sure they are large and bold so people can see them across the street. We will have a permit to be inside the fairgrounds. The shows are held in the Coliseum at the Minnesota state fairgrounds. Meet us across the street from the entrance into the Coliseum, as our permit does not allow us to be on the same side as the entrance.