Carol Adams Book Signing at MooShoes on Thursday, Septmber 16th

I was a student at the University of Michigan at the time when one of my fellow MARS (Michigan Animal Rights Society) members introduced me to the Sexual Politics of Meat by Carol Adams.

I was already vegan because the idea of eating animal and harming animals was so appallingly sad to me, I just couldn't understand how the rest of the world didn't see it the same way.
As I continued to meet people that didn't feel the same way as me, I realized it was time to read up more on the issues and find other defenses of veganism other than Meat is Murder (even though this is the argument that I still find to be the most convincing)

So I borrowed my friend's tattered copy and I read it cover to cover. I was so enthralled by it and couldn't wait to share all my new information with everyone. I found a way to include The Sexual Politics of Meat as a reference to almost every paper I wrote during my college career as it seemed so relevant to everything I was learning.

It was a couple of months/5 bake sales/3 university grant applications later that MARS brought Carol Adams to speak at the University. Lots of speakers were brought to campus. If you wanted to, there was probably a speaker's event to attend every night of the year. The event we had with Carol Adams was attended by over 200 people which is an amazing number especially since MARS probably only had about 14 active members.

So it is a great honor to me that MooShoes has had the opportunity to host book signings with Carol Adams. It is a really great honor that we now get to host a book signing celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Sexual Politics of Meat.

So please join us on Thursday, September 16th, at 7pm at MooShoes for this event.
Carol Adams will be speaking and books will be available for purchase.

MooShoes August Newsletter

We’re always getting a steady of flow of new stuff but we’re seriously swimming in new right now.

Most of us are still dealing with temperatures near the century mark, but we ask you to think ahead—Fall is upon us, which means it’s boot season. We've got tons of new styles with lots more on the way from one of your favorite all-vegan brands, Novacas. Choose from knee high, ankle length, or the ever-popular bootie.

If you’re not ready to think about boots yet, how about pumps? These pumps have really taken it up a notch, with unique details and loads of fun colors.

We might have to rename the store MooBags with the plethora of purses, puches, and petite portmanteaus we have now, but we know you love variety and we’ve got even more variety on the way. We’ve got tons of new styles from Big Buddha. From messengers to shoulder bags to clutches and even some that are all in one, we’ve got all your bag-based needs covered.
What’s that? You’re not ready to say goodbye to summer yet? Well then get some cut-rate summer wear at massively discounted prices.

DISCOUNT CODES

And what newsletter would be complete without a coupon code? Type summersale5 at checkout to get 5% off of your order or spend $150 or more and type summersale10 for 10% off. These discounts even apply to items that are already on sale! How can you resist?! These codes are only valid until August 15th though, so act now.

VEGGIE AWARDS

We are honored to be nominated for VegNews’ 2010 Veggie Awards. Please vote for MooShoes as your favorite storefront and, while you are at it, how about voting for Novacas as your favorite shoe brand?

VEGAN DRINKS

Finally, end your summer on a fun note with Vegan Drinks on Thursday, August 26th. It’s the last one of the summer so don't miss it!

Hello from MooShoes!

Even though we’re working through some record high temperatures here in NYC, we know it’s never too soon to gear up for fall. We have SO MANY great new shoes on the horizon…but more about that in a couple of weeks. For now, our sales and clearance section is where you want to be. We’ve put a ton of stuff on sale in order to make room for all the new goods, so bargain hunters—NOW IS THE TIME TO GET YOUR SHOP ON! All summer wear is now on sale and, with plenty more hot days to look forward to, it’s still a great time to sandal shop. Choose from loads of great styles while supplies last.

But, since we’re constantly getting brand new stuff, we would be amiss not to mention a couple of items that have just hit our shelves. We’ve got bags from a brand new bag line, Miss Gustto.
Also, in response to an OVERWHELMING amount of requests for the Desert Boot from Vegetarian Shoes, and in an effort to continue to be your personal vegan shoe genie, we’ve just put a new batch of the boots out on our store shelves. Get them while they last! You have two vegan shoe wishes left.

In event news, Mercy For Animals will be screening their award-winning documentary, Fowl Play, at the New York International Film Festival this Sunday, July 25th at 6pm. Fowl Play takes viewers on an unforgettable journey behind the closed doors of some of the country’s largest egg production facilities and graphically illustrates the heartbreaking plight of laying hens, condemned to lives crowded inside file-drawer-sized cages. For more information on this event and to buy tickets, click here.

Hello from MooShoes!

We have a couple of new things to tell you about plus some discount codes for your next purchase PLUS information on a super-adorable dog looking for his forever home.

The insanely popular unisex Jazz Sneaker from Saucony is now available in even more colors. Choose from Navy, Charcoal, or Brown. These eco-savvy sneaks have a hemp upper and a midsole made from cork.

We also have some new styles from Vegetarian Shoes. They are all about the brogue! They've now got a ladies' antique brogue shoe and the men's Soho Shoe. They're both classic oxfords with just the right amount of edge. And, like everything from Vegetarian Shoes, these shoes are built to last.

In honor of the official start of summer, we have coupons galore. Please type summer05 to get 5% off of your next purchase. If you spend $150 or more type summer10 and you will get 10% off of your next order. These coupons are only valid until June 27th, so visit us in-store or online soon!.

HELP SNOOP!Finally, wondering about that cutie at the top of the page? That's Snoop! He's a 2-year-old Chihuahua and let us tell you, he is a charmer. He's EXTREMELY sweet and gets along well with other dogs, cats, and children. Truly, he's a terrific dog and would make a perfect companion. If you'd like to know more about this little guy—and of course you do—email Amy by clicking here.

PATH needs your help

MooShoes will be donating 10% of their in store sales on Saturday May 8th and Sunday May 9th to PATH. We are offering an additional 5% off of your purchase if you donate at least one of the items below that PATH is requesting.

Path needs your help!

In the coming days our country will begin to suffer the consequences of the worst oil spill in U.S. history. The aftermath of the spill will be truly devasting to animals and their habitats across the gulf coast. PATH has determined a need for logistical, supply and rescue support will be needed for months to come.

PATH volunteers are currently establishing supply/donation drop sites in locations across the country. The supplies and donations secured at these sites will be efficiently sent to our central location in the gulf region and then distributed to areas of most need. Below are some items that are needed. Items that cost less to buy locally than mail/transport are not included.

Supplies can be dropped off at:

MooShoes

78 Orchard Street

New York, NY 10002

Below is a list of needed supplies:

Volunteers to collect supplies/donations in their communities/offices/schools
Nets w/ Handle
Netting
Tents w/ stakes/etc.
WaterPic(K)s - water spray - not electric brush
Sun Protection Lotion (non animal tested please)
Wading Boots
Syringes for feeding (NO NEEDLES)
Digital camera (s) with appropriate connecting cords
Video camera w/ appropriate connecting cords
Vet Wrap
Veg/Vegan snack bars
Walmart/Target gift cardsHeating padsElectrical extension cordsPliersHotel/airline points/milesFinancial support - donations

Financial Support:

All funds collected will go to rescue efforts - no salaries, no advertising, no administrative costs!

Checks can be mailed to:
PATH Inc.
151 First Avenue
Suite 161
New York, NY 10003

MooShoes Events

We have a tons of events coming your way. All of these are taking place at MooShoes!

April 25th 12-5(or until the goods run out)- Vegan Bake Sale to Benefit Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary
If you want to donate any baked or want more information on the event go to:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=109576445730047&ref=nf

MooShoes will also be donating 10% of all in store and online sales to Woodstock that day, making a great day to shop!

May 6th, 7pm book launch for Terry Hope Romeros' Viva Vegan which covers every aspect of Latin cooking across the Americas: refreshing bebidos (drinks), salsas, vibrant ensaladas, hearty empanadas (hand-held meals in of themselves), tamales galore, postres (desserts), nourishing stews and soups, and one-dish wonder meals bursting with beans and grains
Treats and beverages from the book will be on hand. Terry will of course be there to chat and sign copies of Viva Vegan.

May 19th party for Maya Gottfried's Our Farm Children and adults alike will be delighted by the humor, playfulness and empathy employed by Gottfried and Zakanitch to bring the world of Farm Sanctuary to life on the pages of this book, and to gently convey the importance of having love and respect for our fellow creatures.

See you then!

Hello from MooShoes!Are you in the mood for something new? We have tons of new styles from some new brands (well at least new to us) If you're a lover of shoes, there's no way John Fleuvog has escaped your radar. They have finally come out with a vegan line, so shoe enthusiasts, lust no longer. Your day has come. All of the shoes are made in Portugal and feature the unique traits and characteristics that have made John Fleuvog such a well-known brand for so many years. SPRING SPRUNGAs you may have noticed, spring is finally upon us, so kick back with some casual classic canvas kicks from Bensimon. Choose from a slip-on or a lace-up, but choose something quick, because these are a must have for the warm weather. Just ask our staff at MooShoes, who are sporting them like crazy lately.GET YOUR COPY OF GRISTLEAn information-packed, lively, and informative little guide, Gristle is for the growing number of people—from omnivores to vegans—who are thinking twice about the consequences of our industrial factory-farming system of raising animals for food. Multi-platinum musician Moby and leading food policy activist and expert Miyun Park have brought together fifteen of the country’s leading voices on this issue—an eclectic group from such diverse backgrounds as farming, workers' rights activism, professional athletics, science, environmental sustainability, food business, and animal welfare advocacy—who together eloquently lay out how and why industrial animal agriculture unnecessarily harms workers, communities, the environment, our health, our wallets, and animals.

Discount Codes:From now until April 15th, just type mooapril5 to get a 5% discount off of any order. If you spend $150 or more type mooapril10 to get 10% off of your purchase.