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Culture & Animals Foundation Funds Creative and Scholarly Projects (Deadline Approaching!)

Posted on26. Jan, 2012 by Jasmin Singer.

The Culture & Animals Foundation, headed up by visionary Tom Regan (yep — that Tom Regan, author of, among other things, The Case for Animal Rights), and his partner, Nancy, aims to advance animal advocacy through…

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Fantastic Grant Opportunity for Graduate Students

Posted on20. Jan, 2012 by Mariann Sullivan.

It’s that time of year again, and graduate students who care about animals need to get busy. Animal Welfare Trust is once again offering its amazing student grants to grad students who “have a demonstrated interest…

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Job Week at Our Hen House: Day 5 — PETA, Anyone?

Posted on30. Dec, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

As Job Week here at Our Hen House comes to a close, we want to conclude with an animal rights organization that has perhaps more job openings than the rest of the movement combined. We are, of course, talking about…

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Job Week at Our Hen House: Day 4 — Legal Eagles

Posted on29. Dec, 2011 by Mariann Sullivan.

The law is the way in which a society turns principles into reality. It’s all very fine and good to call ourselves a nation of animal lovers, but without laws reflecting and enforcing those values, we end up instead where…

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Job Week at Our Hen House: Day 3 — Get Paid for Part-Time Vegan PR!

Posted on28. Dec, 2011 by Sally Tamarkin.

Though I am not one for platitudes, I, like Jasmin and Mariann, love a good quotation. If someone smart says something wise and meaningful, you can bet it’s scrawled on a post-it and taped to my wall. Or my computer…

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Job Week at Our Hen House: Day 2 — Become a Vegan Chef

Posted on27. Dec, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

If you get no greater satisfaction than that which comes from braising beets or roasting rutabaga — if you’re hoping that your upcoming birthday, or, perhaps, tonight, the 8th and final night of Hanukah, will bring you that kitchen appliance…

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Job Week at Our Hen House: Day 1 — Your Future in Vegan Health?

Posted on26. Dec, 2011 by Jasmin and Mariann.

2012 is just about upon us, and whether or not you are a resolution-maker, it’s a good time to think about how you are going to make the most of this year, which promises to be a banner one for…

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Making Compassion Your Business: Q&A with Vegan Entrepreneur, Andy Tabar

Posted on23. Dec, 2011 by Sally Tamarkin.

The convenience of online shopping and my desire to accessorize in a way that proudly displays my compassionate lifestyle was destined to be a dangerous combo. Or so I thought. But when I hunted for buttons and t-shirts, I couldn’t…

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Happy 100th Podcast Episode, Our Hen House! (And a Favor…)

Posted on07. Dec, 2011 by Jasmin and Mariann.

Since our first episode aired on January 18, 2010 – with guest Stewart David – we have never once missed a week. As Mariann will attest, in order to meet our deadline of producing a 1-hour show each week, complete…

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GIVEAWAY: $50 Gift Certificate to Compassion Couture

Posted on06. Dec, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

One of the seventeen things that I love about Compassion Couture is the story of how it was started as a vehicle to create positive change by two sisters — Jill and Tracey. They were busy working in corporate America,…

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Eat More Kale

Posted on30. Nov, 2011 by Mariann Sullivan.

Sometimes the way to make change by way of the law isn’t to go out and get a law passed, and isn’t to go out and sue someone. Sometimes the best way to make a splash is just to go…

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Your Chance to Win a $100 Gift Certificate to MooShoes!

Posted on29. Nov, 2011 by Jasmin and Mariann.

It is pretty much impossible for us hens to believe, but the 100^th episode of our podcast is coming up in less than 2 weeks. We are thrilled to let you know that MooShoes – the fantabulous…

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Fun, Fun, Fun Food Activism

Posted on14. Nov, 2011 by Mariann Sullivan.

We’ve just gotta get to Austin one of these days. The last time I was there, which, I cannot tell a lie, was in the 1970′s, I saw Kinky Friedman and the Texas Jew-boys. Chances are, times have changed,…

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Bonus Gallery Supports Vegan Artists and Animal Rights Non-Profits

Posted on11. Nov, 2011 by Sally Tamarkin.

As a new vegan, I am thrilled to keep discovering that unexpectedly delightful cruelty-free alternatives aren’t just for nacho platters and ice cream sundaes. I can’t believe how much of my life I can compassionify. Sure, some of it I…

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“Happy Thanksliving!” Coloring Zine (Really, You NEED This)

Posted on01. Nov, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

Just because I watch cartoons in the morning and occasionally have been known to cuddle a teddy bear (or stuffed elephant) as I drift off to sleep (hey, no shame here) does not mean that I am emotionally…

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Veg-O-Ween

Posted on21. Oct, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

What’s extra special about the upcoming Veg-O-Ween party — happening here in NYC on Oct. 29 — is not that it includes a costume contest, it’s not that it’s being DJ’d by the uber-talented and very vegan DJ Lil Ray, and…

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Vegan Dinner Clubs Are Where It’s At

Posted on13. Oct, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

Across the pond, there is a noteworthy vegan dinner club that has grown by leaps and bounds — so much so that one of the members might turn it into a cafe. As reported by longtime animal activist,…

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Vegan Chocolate Company Sponsors Dog Art Night

Posted on29. Sep, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

You remember Rescue Chocolate, right? They’re the vegan chocolate company that not only features a snazzy photo of a pit bull on the front of the wrapper, but also donates money to a different animal charity every month. We…

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Spread Compassion With Your Keychain!

Posted on28. Sep, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

You probably already know about the love affair I am having with Vegan Cuts, the weekly email discount program that offers deals on vegan products and services. I like to refer to it as the Vegan Groupon. Our…

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Going After Dairy, Big Time

Posted on27. Sep, 2011 by Mariann Sullivan.

Here at Our Hen House, we like to focus on opportunities that people who aren’t working for animal protection groups can take advantage of, as part of their everyday lives, to change the world for animals. That includes legal opportunities,…

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Ride to the Light: Go, Josh, Go!

Posted on05. Aug, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

Josh Hooten is one of our heroes, but duh, that only makes us cliché. You might know of Josh from when we made a video about him and his truly amazing partner, Michelle Schwegmann, or perhaps you heard…

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Vote for Our Hen House!

Posted on04. Aug, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

Every day, Mariann and I post a different idea or opportunity to change the world for animals. Show your support by voting for Our Hen House as your favorite blog in this year’s VegNews Veggie Awards! It’s the…

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Handbag Heaven Makes My Heart Sing (Plus WIN a $50 Gift Certificate!)

Posted on15. Jul, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

I realize I don’t talk about fashion that frequently, but the truth is I’m a closeted wannabe-fashionista. Though I try to keep my wardrobe limited to second hand stores (which is also my biggest hobby — thrifting), I also like…

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Fashion Designer Devotes His Life to Animal Causes

Posted on11. Jul, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

Fashion designer extraordinaire John Bartlett, who was recently on our podcast discussing his newfound veganism, has now launched a new line of clothing that benefits independent rescue groups that are pulling animals from kill shelters throughout…

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Veg Speed Dating

Posted on08. Jul, 2011 by Mariann Sullivan.

Ever speed dated? It’s not for the faint of heart in the best of circumstances. Trying to get to know if you’re interested in someone in 3 minutes can be daunting. Add to that the necessity of wasting most of…

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Candle Cafe — Now Appearing at a Whole Foods Near You

Posted on01. Jul, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

Mariann and I know how insanely lucky we are to live in NYC — when it comes to availability of vegan foods and veg restaurants, anyway. Not to show off, but I can’t even tell you how many vegan restaurants…

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Interview and GIVEAWAY: “The Natural Vegan Kitchen”

Posted on27. Jun, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

Though Our Hen House’s blog is not a foodie blog per se, we do strongly recognize the importance of bringing vegan food to the masses as a way to create social change. Mariann likes to say that the single most important…

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Summer Fun on the Our Hen House Etsy Shop

Posted on23. Jun, 2011 by Nick Laccetti.

Here in NYC, the summer arrived suddenly and without warning. One day we were all still huddled in our coats, a chilly wind whipping at our backs as we stomped down the cold city streets, while the next day we…

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You Need a New COWCH

Posted on22. Jun, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

The Cow Sanctuary in Shiloh, NJ is a 77-acre farm for rescued cows, as well as, according to the website, home to “three quirky horses, four rambunctious emus, three noisy geese, and two sassy goats.” And a partridge in a…

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Vegan Business Owners: Sing Your Greenness Loud and Proud

Posted on21. Jun, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

Pattycake Bakery, a vegan bakery in Columbus, Ohio, was recently in the news for winning the Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio’s Emerald Award in the Small Business category. According to the article from ColumbusLocalNews.com, “the awards honor green…

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Crowd-Funded Vegan Pop-Up Restaurant Inspires

Posted on08. Jun, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

Wildflower is a vegan pop-up restaurant coming to NYC this weekend (lucky me!), but even if you’re not in New York, a lot can be learned from this crowd-funded endeavor created by lifelong vegan (!) Chef Ayinde Howell. Bringing a…

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Two Creative Events for Animal Charities

Posted on03. Jun, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

I love to hear about creative undertakings that animal lovers have put together to raise awareness and funds for our furry friends. So I was very pleased to find out about two upcoming events.

First is the Animal Art Adoptathon…

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Such a Deal!!!! Wear Your Vegan Pride On Your Shoulder

Posted on31. May, 2011 by Jasmin Singer.

Remember a couple months ago when we told you about Vegan Cuts, the vegan Groupon-type-thing (our words, not theirs)? You sign up for free, and every week you get emails featuring exclusive deals on vegan products.…

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