Animal Rights Book signing Saturday November 27, 1-2:30

Lee Hall, Devon resident and President of Friends of Animals has written a new book, entitled On Their Own Terms: Bringing Animal-Rights Philosophy Down to Earth.  We are delighted to be hosting a book talk/discussion/signing from 1-2:30 on Saturday, November 27, at Walk a Crooked Mile Books. Sensing the need for fresh ideas in advocacy, and the importance of making animal-rights theory relevant in a time of biotechnology, rapid extinctions and climate change, On Their Own Terms: Bringing Animal-Rights Philosophy Down to Earth challenges us to think of ourselves and other conscious beings in new ways. This book takes the creative and necessary step of calling for a merging of ecological awareness and animal advocacy. It asks us to imagine and appreciate the dignity of free communities of animals thriving in their habitats.

BOOK DRIVE FOR TROUBLED YOUTH

I've become a big fan of "giftless gifts" for the holidays, especially the kind of gift that keeps on giving. I think that most of us already have too much "stuff", perhaps even too many books, so I've started making gifts "in honor of" friends to a variety of organizations. I'll share three of my favorites in the upcoming weeks. This week, however, I'd like to highlight the work of our teenage class at my church, St. Martins in the Field. They are doing a BOOK DRIVE, focused on books, both used and new, for youth, 10-17 years old, in court ordered placement. The drive will end on December 12, a Sunday, and then they'll deliver the books. I have a box at the shop to receive donations and invite you to join in the book drive.

Have a great Thanksgiving. We may sneak away early on Wednesday afternoon as we're going over the river and through the woods to grandchildren's house. No horse and sleigh though it might be faster and more fun. We'll be closed on Thursday and open Friday and Saturday 9-6:30. Hope you'll keep us in mind for your Christmas shopping.

Thanks

Greg and Cynthia