Here are a few events for tomorrow courtesy of Corris from the Schnauzer meetup group. Thanks, Corris!

A Thanksgiving Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, November 19, 2006 @ 3 p.m. — FREE!
Unitarian Church of All Souls,
1157 Lexington Avenue (at 80th Street), Manhattan

The Unitarian Church of All Souls will celebrate its sixth annual “A Thanksgiving Blessing of the Animals” service in the church sanctuary. They will celebrate our love for our companion animals through readings, drama and a homily by the Rev. Cheryl Walker. They will also welcome Mr. Ed Sayres, President of the ASPCA. Special music will be provided by the Children of the Third Grade of the Rudolf Steiner School, Judy Bachleitner, Director. The service is free and open to animal lovers of all ages and their companion animals. Those whose animal companions cannot be with them are invited to bring a photo or a stuffed animal.

For more information, contact William Edwards at (516) 944-7917 or williamdedwards@verizon.net, or visit the Unitarian Church of All Souls Web site.

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Fun & Purpose Yorkie Playdate
When: Sunday, November 19, 2006, 2:00 PM
Where: The Paw Spot
21 Murray Street
New York , NY 10007
(646) 546-5171

Description: The Paw Stop is one of the newer doggy spots on the scene. Come out for some Yorkie play with a purpose!November is the month for giving thanks. Let’s use our time and resources to give the less fortunate animals something to be thankful for.

It’s our first annual Toy & Supply Drive!!! Please bring a supply item (food, blanket, sheets, pillows, doggie beds, treats) or toy with you to the playdate! Get donations from your friends and bring them too! All items will be donated to a rescue shelter selected by US! You may bring doggie items OR items for for cats, gerbils, etc. We will be donating to “animal” rescue.

Please throw your suggested charity in the hat by posting it in your RSVP comments area. Even if you RSVP, “no” you can still make a pledge to donate! Once we choose the charity, we’ll work out a collection plan. So ALL NYC YORKIE POWER PLAYGROUP MEMBERS please put your suggested charity in the comments area of your RSVP!

It’s time to use our little community here to make a difference while having fun!

There will be November “bark”day acknowledgements too during our playdate!