Quantcast Vegetarian Star2010 March (11)

Archive for March, 2010

Earth World Premiere

Wendie Malick is producing a film that depicts the life of animal rights activist Velma Brown Johnston.

Johnston campaigned in the 1950s to end the slaughter of wild mustangs and earned the nickname “Wild Horse Annie.”

Malick has acquired the right to use the book Mustang: The Saga of the Wild Horse in the American West by Deanne Stillman as a basis for the film.

Possibly Related Posts:


Stella McCartney Ethical Designs Set Fall Fashion Trends

Written by Vegetarian Star on Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010 in Fashion.

Stella McCartney Switches On Store Christmas Lights

Designers have debuted their collections for the fall (including the Chanel show where Karl Lagerfeld praised fake fur), and soon women will start stocking their wardrobes accordingly.

If you can’t accessorize your closet exactly like the runway, several fashion experts in retail have given their advice on what to keep in mind, or the “big picture” when you walk into the department store.

Ethical designer Stella McCartney‘s collections are listed as both “must haves” and a blueprint for the “big picture.”

Elyse Walker, who’s shop is located in Pacific Palisades, has the right idea when she recommends a Stella vegan handbag, but is way off when she can’t stop talking about fur.

“I ordered 50 to 70 furs for a store that’s a mile from the beach. But it gets cold at night, and it’s a fashion statement that will be in every ad and editorial. Fur trims on sweaters (Brunello Cucinelli) and scarves (Gucci).”

Thankfully, Walker qualifies these statements with, “We will have faux fur as well.”

Julie Gilhart, fashion director, Barneys New York, says the idea that “less is more” is in, and is exemplified with sweaters such as Stella McCartney cardigans.

Learn what else you should take away from the fashion trends for the fall at latimes.

Possibly Related Posts:


Moby “Gristle” Book Signing And Discussion Schedule

Written by Vegetarian Star on Tuesday, March 23rd, 2010 in Animal Issues, Books, Events, Food & Drink.

Antonio Banderas, Tippi Hedren and Melanie Griffith at the The 24th Genesis Awards in LA

Gristle, a book about factory farmed animals and the impact on people and the environment, has finally been released.

Moby and co-editor of the essay compilation, Miyun Park, have a few cities on their agenda to tour for discussion and book signing.

The first stop is Los Angeles tonight at 7:30 PM, at the Skirball Cultural Center.

Other cities on the list so far are Seattle, Portland, D.C. and Brooklyn.

Visit Moby’s blog for more information.

Possibly Related Posts:


Philadelphia Phillies New York Yankees spring training baseball game

Vegetarian Philadelphia Phillies fans now have more options to satisfy their hunger pains.

The Citizens Bank Park, which already offered several vegetarian options, has now placed black bean burgers on the stadium menu.

In addition, more veggie hot dog locations have been added.

Possibly Related Posts:


Tobey Maguire To Launch “The Teaching Garden” For Children

Written by Vegetarian Star on Monday, March 22nd, 2010 in Actors, Food & Drink.

15th Annual Critics' Choice Movie Awards - Show

Michelle Obama‘s gardening adventures in the White House backyard started a trend of local eating, sustainable practices and a return to the basics of cooking among ladies worldwide.

Will Tobey Maguire be the one to lead the men to get their fingers dirty?

The vegetarian actor is helping launch The Teaching Garden, a initiative that, according to iVillage, will, “promote ecologically sound food and lifestyle choices.”

The organization was founded by Tobey’s wife’s stepmother and inspired by the First Lady’s move to reduce obesity in children.

Maguire, along with pro volleyball player Gabrielle Reece, L.A. Laker Derek Fisher and Iron Chef America’s Cat Cora will cook with elementary school children in California and plant a vegetable garden at a kickoff event next week.

Possibly Related Posts:


Eli Roth Pens Letter To SeaWorld Owners

Written by Vegetarian Star on Monday, March 22nd, 2010 in Actors, Animal Issues.

WGACA 1-Year Anniversary Party

The SeaWorld tragedy from February that resulted in a trainer being killed by an orca whale still has many forming opinions over whether parks that keep marine animals in captivity are worth the risks to the animals and humans.

Eli Roth has written a letter to the CEO of The Blackstone Group, the company that owns SeaWorld, that questions the educational value of the exhibits, and asks for a release of the animals into a sanctuary.

“I can assure you that there are many humane alternatives available to introduce the public to orcas without having to hold them in captivity for a lifetime against their will. CGI technology, animatronics, and other state-of-the-art virtual reality exhibits could be used in place of the current live-animal shows to provide park visitors with an exciting, educational experience. In fact, showing visitors a more realistic version of what life is like for real marine mammals rather than displaying the captive animals’ unnatural and repetitive behavior patterns which are linked to their oppressive environment is actually more educational, with no risk to human life.”

Eli’s entire letter can be read at RadarOnline.

Possibly Related Posts:


Kristen Bell At Genesis Awards With Major Brian Dennis And Puppy

Written by Vegetarian Star on Monday, March 22nd, 2010 in Actresses, Animal Issues.

24th Genesis Awards - Press Room

Kristen Bell attended the Humane Society’s Genesis Awards this weekend.

The awards are meant to recognize celebrities for their work in animal rights and animal welfare.

Bell took the time to pose with Major Brian Dennis, who met a dog he named Nubs while in Iraq and fell in love.

According to Just Jared, Bell was almost a rescue parent herself.

She and fiance Dax Shepherd found a dog at a gas station near her home and returned it to its rightful owner.

Possibly Related Posts:


Russell Brand Plays Fake Footsies At Vanity Fair Oscars Bash

Written by Vegetarian Star on Monday, March 22nd, 2010 in Actors, Fashion.

The 2010 Vanity Fair Oscar Party held at The Sunset Tower Hotel in West Hollywood,

Russell Brand‘s a pro at being vegetarian and constantly shows up on PETA’s Sexiest Vegetarian Alive contest lists.

So when the foul mouthed meatless bad boy was seen wearing what appeared to be snakeskin boots at the Vanity Fair Oscars bash, he had to do some serious PR moves, quick.

“They’re fake. Specially made, don’t panic.”

The Veg Star never doubted Brand for a minute!

Possibly Related Posts: