League of Humane Voters of New York City

On November 10, 2007, approximately 400 people showed their support of the League of Humane Voters of NYC’s work to abolish the suffering of animals by being our guests at our 6th Anniversary Celebration. LOHV-NYC extends our warmest appreciation to all our supporters, volunteers and anniversary party attendees. Without you, LOHV-NYC could not continue in its role as a political arm for animals in the NYC and NY legislature, and we would not be able to continue to grow, as we aim to do, to extend LOHV-NYC’s mission to mobilize public concern for animals through the political process to larger goals and wider geographical landscapes.

While our appreciation to all of you for the success of the anniversary gala is boundless, we would like to bring special attention to the specific donations of certain noteworthy individuals and businesses below.

Gala Accommodations

The Jivamukti Yoga Center graciously hosted LOHV-NYC’s anniversary bash. The Center is a lovely, serene and inspirational space. We hope all our guests enjoyed the Center’s environment, its hospitality and vitality, as much as we do. A tremendous thanks goes to Carlos Menjivar, the Center’s Managing Director, who massively assisted LOHV-NYC with the organization and operation of the event, and to the Center’s staff members who worked alongside us.

For newcomers to the Jivamukti Yoga School, the Jivamukti method is a style of Yoga created by the School’s owners David Life and Sharon Gannon in 1984. It is a vigorously physical and intellectually stimulating practice leading to spiritual awareness. Treat yourself and learn more – www. jivamuktiyoga.com

Gala Volunteers

Each of the following individuals devoted their time, energy and enthusiasm to the gala in so many ways – from everything you saw at the party to all those many details behind the scenes. They created the legislator awards, did food and beverage pick-ups and service, they organized, they cooked, they cleaned, they shopped, they decorated, they worked, worked, worked, and they did it all in the spirit of teamwork and humanity. They are:

Andrew Morgante - Lewis Goldstein
Daniel Packer - Steve Serota
Chris Ward - Kim Downes
Josh Mahler - Jeff Scott
Bernardo Issel - Moni Woweries
Cynthia Kaplan - Ariela
Michael Judd - Rachel Zuckerman
Daniel Elstein - Lisa Virgona
Maryanne Byington - Todd Patterson
Peter Silvestri

Food and Beverage Donors

Tastee Vegan
Carbon Cookies
Whole Earth Bakery
Vegetarian Paradise 2
Counter
Candle Café
Madras Café
V Spot
Tien Garden
Villa Barone
Turtle Mountain
Black Duck Imports

Gift Bag Donors

250 Gift Bags were given to our first 250 guests. We regret deeply that we did not have sufficient gift bags to give to all of our guests. 400 guests took us by incredible surprise! We may just have to institute an RSVP policy for our next big event to ensure everyone is well-fed and receives the vegan goodies so generously donated. Even if you were not one of the lucky bag recipients, please give our list of donors your attention – the three on-line stores bolded (#2, 3 &4) offer discounts you can take advantage even without the hard copy coupon in hand – others deserve your attention for the simple fact that they offer great cruelty-free products.

1. It’s in the Bag (www.itsinthebagllc.com) -- donated 250 assorted decorative gift bags
2. Cosmo’s Vegan Shoppe (www.comsosveganshoppe.com) - donated chocolate peanut butter cups, rice krispy treats & 10% off coupons – use code “LOHVNYC07” by 12/31/07 to shop at this incredible eco-friendly, cruelty-free on-line shop and get your LOHV-NYC attendee discount
3. A Different Daisy (www.adifferentdaisy.com) - vegan, earth friendly, fair trade on-line shop which donated coupons for $5 off every $50 purchase. If you misplaced or didn’t receive a coupon, tell owner Christi you attended LOHV-NYC’s 6th Party & would like to take advtg of the discount
4.Vegan Essentials (www.veganessentials.com) -- another wonderful on-line vegan products shop donated 10% off coupons. Tell store you attended LOHV’s Gala if you didn’t receive a coupon
5..Annie's Homegrown (donated 330 full size boxes of Bunny Love cereal) -- www.annies.com
6. Annie’s Naturals (donated hundreds of organic salad dressing samples) – www.consorzio.com
7.Lightlife Foods (www.lightlife.com) -- maker or soy/vegetarian products – donated $1 off coupons
8.Follow Your Heart (www.followyourheart.com) - maker of veganaise and vegan cheeses – donated $1 off coupons
9.Wholesome Sweeteners (www.wholesomesweeteners.com) – donated hundreds of sweeteners
10.Turtle Island Foods (www.turtleislandfoods.com) - the Tofurky people – donated $.55 cent coupons/brochures 11. NY Tails (www.newyorktails.com) – publication addressing companion animal issues) – donated 250 magazines
12.Rational Animal (www.rational-animal.org) - uses power of media to promote welfare of at-risk NYC animals – donated orange ribbons (international symbol for animals) in “Adopt Me” match boxes and NYC Shelter Maps
13.Whole Soy & Co. (www.wholesoycom.com) – makers of soy yogurt and soy frozen yogurt – donated product coupons
14. Garden Botanika (www.gardenbotanika.com) - on-line store natural body/skin products – donated eye and face cream samples and brochures
15. Amy’s Kitchen (www.amyskitchen)– maker of organic frozen meals & snacks – $1 off coupons
16. The Vegetarian Express (www.thevegetarianexpress.com) – developer of vegetarian/vegan food line – donated $1 off coupons
17 - Tofutti Brands (www.tofutti.com) – maker of cookies, ice cream, soy cream cheese – donated free product coupons – value up to $3.99
18. Sun Flour Baking Co (www.sunflourbaking.com) - all natural, vegan raw baking company – donated hundreds of cookies
19. Bragg Live Foods (www.bragg.com) – maker of natural healthy foods – donated 300 samples of Braggs’ amino acids and recipe cards
20. Jason Natural Cosmetics/Products (www.jason-natural.com) - body, hair, skin care products and cleansers – donated hundreds of full size products
21. Vogue Cuisine (www.voguecuisine.com) – organic soup and seasoning bases - donated coupons
22. Primal Spirit Foods (www.primalspiritfoods.com) – meat alternatives – donated 300 primal strips

Raffle Item Donors

1.VegNews (www.vegnews.com) - magazine focusing on vegetarian lifestyle - donated a “Veg News” canvas bag with a magazine and several cookies from Alternative Baking Company
2.Gourmet Body Treats (www.gourmetbodytreats.com) - home-made and tested vegan cosmetic and body products – all in scrumptious fragrances - donated beautiful gift basket 3. Vegan Essentials (www.veganessentials.com) – also donated 2 $25 gift certificates
4. Lantern Books (www.lanternbooks.com) – publisher of books on vegetarianism, spirituality, natural healing … - donated 4 excellent books
5. NY Artificial & NYA (www.nyartifical.com) – alternative animal, eco, human friendly handbags, jewelry and cosmetics – donated 2 gorgeous handbags and 5 gift certificates for a make-up consultation with one of the store’s owners. Check out NY Artificial’s website and two NYC store locations to learn about the Karuna Project – proceeds of the sale of certain handbag designs will benefit the organization of the purchaser’s selection – one org proudly being LOHV-NYC
6. The complete DVD set of the TV show The Golden Girls, singed by star and animal activist Rue McClanahan
7. Computer Instruction taught by specialist Andrew Morgante – 3 one-hour gift certificates
8. Villa Barone restaurant (at 3289 Westchester Ave, Bronx, NY) - $50 gift certificate

More Pictures!

Welcome to the Jivamukti Yoga School!

Ariela and Moni greet the guests as they arrive

Soap star Grant Aleksander and HSUS attorney Sherry Ramsey

Mary and Peter Max

Ashley Smith and Dan Piraro

LOHV-NYC Board President Daniel Elstein and Carol Moon

Meena Alagappan and Robert Friedlander

LOHV-NYC VP Lisa Virgona

Bart Potenza and Joy Pierson, co-owners of Candle Cafe and Candle 79, with soap star Grant Aleksander

Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer has paw power

Rue McClanahan

Rue gives Senator Frank Padavan an award... and a kiss! Frank got an award for passing groundbreaking legislation to ban the electrocution of fur-bearing animals

Assemblywoman Linda Rosenthal receives an award from Peter and Mary Max for her passage of legislation to require that fur be labeled real or faux

Council Member Tony Avella also received an award for his commitment to humane education

Congressman Eliot Engel presents a surprise honor to John Phillips as he announces that he recently stood on the floor of Congress to honor John

Bronx County Dems Vice Chair Lewis Goldstein speaks about a resolution he passed affirming the State Dems' committment to animal welfare

Council Member Jimmy Vacca with Assemblyman Mike Benedetto

Gift bags for all!