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TONIGHT: Art Fundraiser At Gristle Tattoo
This item (whose flyer I absolutely adore) comes courtesy of a fellow named Howard. He writes:
Hi Heather,
I don’t think you know me, but I know of you through Dog Habitat Rescue (where I work) and various animal postings. I know you are an animal lover, so I was hoping you could help me advertise a fundraiser for an animal organization called Animal Farm Foundation. They are a progressive animal rescue and advocacy organization, focusing on “pit bull” issues. They really do good work and are an inspiring and positive organization. Here’s their website.
Our event is an Art Auction fundraiser, tomorrow (Thurs, July 26) from 7-10pm. We will have vegan snacks and beer and wine for free. The art work being donated is primarily from tattoo artists. We have some samples on our event page.
Most of the artists are local and some from Philly as well. Some will be in attendance too. We would really appreciate it if you could mention this in your blog. And/or come!!!
Those of you who are wondering what the Animal Farm Foundation is about should peruse their “about” page:
Animal Farm Foundation, Inc., a not-for-profit corporation, has been rescuing and re-homing animals, as well as making grants to other humane organizations, since the mid-1980’s. We are located in Dutchess County, NY.
We currently dedicate our resources to securing equal treatment and opportunity for “pit bull” dogs. Whether the dog is called a “pit bull” because of a documented pedigree, or merely on the basis of physical appearance, recognizing that these dogs are individuals for whom we are responsible is an integral step toward a compassionate future for all dogs.
When we started rescuing and rehoming dogs, we focused on American Pit Bull Terriers. Over time, we realized that the dogs we were helping were not necessarily pure bred American Pit Bull Terriers, but dogs that people called “pit bulls.” “Pit bull” is not a breed or breed mix, but an ever expanding group that includes whatever an animal control officer, shelter worker, dog trainer, politician, dog owner, police officer or newspaper says it is.
This opened our eyes to the dogs in front of us. These are the dogs that need our help.
I wholeheartedly agree. Inasmuch as our City Council’s Public Safety Chair, Peter Vallone, likes to make hay about the dangers posed by these pups, the reality is there are no bad dogs— only bad owners.
Conversely, take the above fellow I encountered on Franklin Street earlier this week. His name is, appropriately enough, Petey. As you can see he is one happy (if slightly goofy) guy. He is quite loved. Wouldn’t it be nice if all his brothers and sisters had a reason to smile (like he does)? Check it out!
Art Fundraiser for the Animal Farm Foundation (NOTE: this is not in any way affiliated with Dog Habitat Rescue)
July 16, 2012 (that’s today!) starting at 7:00 p.m.
Gristle Tattoo
178 North 8 Street
Brooklyn, new York 11211
Urban Fur: Gizmo & Wicket
Filed under: 11211, Stuff That Makes Miss Heather Happy, Urban Fur, Williamsburg, Williamsburg Brooklyn
From the Manhattan-bound platform of the L train at Lorimer Street.
Urban Fur: A Dog’s Life
Filed under: 11206, Bushwick, Bushwick Brooklyn, East Williamsburg, East Williamsburg Brooklyn, Urban Fur
From Graham Avenue.
New York Shitty Day Ender: Home Sweet Home!
Filed under: 11201, Downtown Brooklyn, Greenpoint, Greenpoint Brooklyn, Greenpoint Magic, Urban Fur
Nothing says “welcome home” from spending a day at the Eastern District Federal Courthouse in downtown Brooklyn (so as to be selected for jury duty) quite like exiting the India Street stop of the East River Ferry to find a feral feline (or two). For those of you who are not in the know (and I met quite a few today), the Eastern District Federal Court system has a rather interesting set of jurisdictions. They are, to my understanding, as follows:
- Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, Kings and Richmond County (Staten Island) constitute one.
- Bronx and Manhattan constitute another.
This arrangement can lead to hilarious results. In my case: getting a notice informing me I was “on call” to show up at the Eastern District courthouse at Central Islip on less than 12 hours notice. This is the daily commute I was expected to make each and every day I was to show up per the Federales:
Those of you who live in Greenpoint, are registered voters and rely upon public transportation take note: if you get such a notice (and trying to get Greenpointers to go to Central Islip seems to be common) read the jury information pamphlet contained therein. It states that if you have over a “75-90” minute commute in each direction you can claim a transportation hardship deferment and serve at the Eastern District Court in Downtown Brooklyn instead.
My advice: simply write a few lines stating your transportation hardship and accompany it with a couple of Google maps which ilustrate how long your commute will take (which will most assuredly be over 90 minutes). It works. As I told a woman who schlepped in from Central Islip today much to her chagrin.
And if/when you are called to serve at Eastern District Federal Courthouse in Brooklyn (as I had to today*), Greenpointers, do yourself a favor: take the East River Ferry. The Feds have a Zip Code system by which they compensate for commuting expenditures. 11222 nets us $2.87 for each leg of our commute. The ferry costs $4.00 each way, but the irritation/confusion factor easily override the extra dollars and cents. Trust me.
In closing (and on a somewhat related note) I received an email from the caretaker of the feral colony at the India Street Pier, a very nice lady named Tori. It reads as follows:
Positions open, volunteer: feral cat colony feeders and maintenance staff. Summer months to start. Be a part of a team of caretakers who feed and water stable colony of cats near Franklin and India Streets. Involves sourcing food for seven cats, supplying fresh water, waiting while they eat (about 20 minutes) and cleaning area. Not that much investment, considering rewards of helping these particularly friendly and charming homeless animals. All neutered. Morning or evening shifts available–(colonycaretakers@gmail.com)
*Lest you are wondering, I was not “picked” today (However a fellow whose snoring was so loud during “orientation” he had to be awakened several times was. Go figure). But being “on call” entails you call an 800 number after 5:00 p.m. for ten consecutive business days. Plan accordingly. READ: pack a good lunch— or you might end up damned near losing yours.
CASE IN POINT: during my lunch hour and 45 minutes (and after eating a really greasy grilled cheese sandwich) I witnessed a scene at Metrotech Center than even left me speechless: a 20-something woman sitting atop the lap of a 20-something man. While he was gently caressing her ass she was rather aggressively trying to pop a pimple on his face. I cannot tell a lie: this made me barf a little in my throat. That’s LOVE gentle readers!
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