Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows by Melanie Joy
Melanie Joy coined the term "Carnism" when she was working on her dissertation that would become this book. Joy defines "carnism" as the invisible belief system that conditions people to eat certain animals. Carnism is sustained by complex psychological and social mechanisms.
Unlike many books that explain why we shouldn't eat meat, Joy's book explains why we do eat meat and how we can make more informed choices as consumers.
"Becoming aware of what carnism is and how it functions is vital to personal empowerment and social transformation, as it enables us to make our food choices more freely."
The VegRehoboth Book Club meets monthly - please RSVP on MeetUp!
Creating Community: Connections and Conversation - It's TAPAS TIME! In collaboration with The Teach a Person To Fish Society. Donations of non-perishable foods welcome!
Tickets available here!
Please support VegRehoboth, so we can continue to promote plant-based living in our community - for our health, for the environment, and for the animals!
24 Hours of Giving to Nonprofits in the First State Do More 24 Delaware is a 24 hour day of giving designed to help nonprofits raise more money and engage new donors. Visit DEGives.org to support these and other Delaware nonprofits year round.
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Monthly potlucks on Second Wednesdays: 3/12/25
Hosted by Dorothy Greet, at her home in downtown Lewes.
Come rain, snow or shine!
Dorothy will provide soup and bread/crackers. Guests provide plant-based creations with recipe—Simple as veggie sticks with dip or favorite casserole or dessert! No added oil please. Agenda—friends sharing food that nourishes and heals! ❤️
Door opens at 5:30 pm, supper served at 6 pm. Start with soup and assorted dishes, stay for dessert and conversation.
Donations on any kind to VegRehoboth always welcome but not required. For address, please RSVP here .
Save the date for our 2025 VegWinterFest!
VegWinterFest is free and open to all..... To guarantee a seat, we invite guests to make a donation of any amount and/or purchase lunch from Kahiau's Bakery and Cafe.
The work of VegRehoboth is more critical than ever given the current administration’s rollback of environmental protections, support for industrial agriculture, and weakening of food safety and nutrition guidelines. With rising health crises linked to diet, worsening climate change fueled by factory farming, and continued exploitation of animals, grassroots organizations like VegRehoboth are essential in driving change from the ground up. By promoting plant-based education, fostering community action, and advocating for a more just and sustainable food system, VegRehoboth empowers individuals to take control of their health, reduce their environmental impact, and stand up for the welfare of animals—regardless of political setbacks. Now more than ever, local action is the key to global change.
Please support VegRehoboth, so we can continue to promote plant-based living in our community - for our health, for the environment, and for the animals!
24 Hours of Giving to Nonprofits in the First State Do More 24 Delaware is a 24 hour day of giving designed to help nonprofits raise more money and engage new donors. Visit DEGives.org to support these and other Delaware nonprofits year round.
To make a donation of any size, please visit Do More 24!
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