Guest guest Posted March 10, 2000 Report Share Posted March 10, 2000 http://www.meatout.org/ Join this year's headliners Casey Kasem, James Cromwell, Peter Falk, Mary Tyler Moore, Earl Holliman, Rue McClanahan, Cassandra 'Elvira' Peterson, Kevin Nealon, Ed Begley, Jr. and Hayley Mills in promoting Meatout 2000 this March. Culminating on the first day of Spring, March 20th, thousands of caring folks in all 50 states and several other countries will put on educational events ranging from simple information tables and exhibits to elaborate receptions, cooking demonstrations, and festivals. They will encourage people to " kick the meat habit, at least for a day, and explore a more wholesome, less violent diet. " For the past 16 years, Meatout has enjoyed broad public support from educators , health providers, manufacturers and retailers of meatless foods , public interest advocates, writers, mass media, public officials, famous entertainers. Meatout revolves around the simple request that people " kick the meat habit, at least for a day, and explore a more wholesome, less violent diet. " Your Meatout event should provide the information that your friends and neighbors need to make this pledge. The simplest way to do this is by setting up an information table, or 'steakout,' which can be arranged in an hour or two http://www.meatout.org/html/you.html#Anchor-Here-49870. Just develop an event action plan http://www.meatout.org/html/you.html#Anchor-Develop-2835 , pick a place from our 'suggested locations' list http://www.meatout.org/html/you.html#Anchor-Suggested-10891 , then order or download the 'Action Kit' http://www.meatout.org/html/mo-contact.html and other event materials http://www.meatout.org/html/mo-contact.html available via our registration pagehttp://www.meatout.org/html/mo-contact.html . (Other resource and merchandise is also available http://www.meatout.org/html/resource.html ) This year's observance focuses on aggressive promotion of meatless foods in mainstream grocery stores, restaurants, and other " point-of-food-purchase " sites. Accordingly, your 'Action Kit', available upon request or download from the registration page, contains a master of forms designed for this purpose. Add-Ons The most effective Meatout events are those that reach large numbers of people, either in person or through the media. The size, location, and novelty of your event all contribute to this impact. You can add impact to your event with: - Posters, photographs, or videos http://www.meatout.org/html/resource.html (1-800-MEATOUT) - Food samples (1-800-MEATOUT, courtesy of supportive manufactures) - Entertainers, musicians and other entertainers are often willing to perform gratis at charity events, just to get the exposure. - Street theater - Costumed activists always draw a crowd, whether they are acting out slaughterhouse scenes, or simply handing out leaflets. Here are some ideas for Meatout events: - " Point-of-Food-Purchase " Sites - Post Meatout notices on store bulletin boards; distribute 'Healthy Shopping Lists', 'Congratulation' leaflets and product suggestion forms to customers as they enter the grocery store, restaurant, cafeteria, etc. Additionally, request they sign the 'request for further information' sign-up sheet. Most of these forms are part of the Action Kit and will be made available via the download page and/or in the event kit which will be sent to all those activists registering significant events. - Retailer specials - Ask food stores, restaurants, and book stores to do displays and offer special deals on meatless foods, meals, and cook books. - Cooking demonstration - Sauté or steam your way into the hearts of your community by showing how to prepare some of your favorite dishes. Use a church or community center kitchen. - Public dinners - Hold a potluck or catered dinner in a park, community center, or church. - Reception for public officials - You can't fight city hall, but you can feed them. The annual Congressional Reception attracts 300 staffers. - Delivery of meatless meals to local celebrities - Radio DJs or TV newscasters, for example. - Meatless meal for the homeless - Contact your local shelter and offer to cook and serve a meal. - Speakers/entertainers - Arrange a concert or a lecture on a pertinent current topic. - Lifestival - A super event made up of several of the elements detailed above. (Nearly) Effortless Events - Workplace Luncheon - Stop at a supermarket on the way to work and pick up some 'smart dogs,' 'phoney baloney,' or other meat analogs and present an attractive lunch for your co-workers, along with a sign and a bunch of leaflets. - Product/Menu Suggestion cards - Leave cards requesting more meatless choices at grocery stores, restaurants or markets. - Calls to radio stations - Call in to your favorite radio talk show. - Letters to the editor - Let FARM send a letter in your name to the editor(s) of your newspaper(s). - Proclamations - Let FARM request a proclamation in your name from your mayor or governor. Suggested Locations - One or several of the busier gorcery stores, restaurants, etc. - Downtown plazas or other heavy traffic areas. - Shopping centers or malls are good for promoting meatless foods. - Public parks are great for a picnic or festival! - Libraries may also allow you to use a display case for exhibits. - Churches and community centers are good for dinners, receptions, cooking demonstrations. - Schools and workplace cafeterias may honor the event with a special menu. - University centers may also provide a room for a lecture or video screening. - Health food stores are a great place to feature food samples. More info http://www.meatout.org/html/you.html -- _____________ Free email services provided by http://www.goodkarmamail.com powered by OutBlaze Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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