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Saturday, May 16th 2009 - 10:30am - 7:00pm, Woodley Park, Encino, CA

"You must be the change you wish to see in the world."
- Gandhi
"Until he extends the circle of his compassion to all living things, man will not himself find peace." - Albert Schweitzer
"You may never know what results come from your action. But if you do nothing, there will be no results." - Gandhi
"If people were superior to animals, they'd take better care of the world."
- A.A. Milne, Winnie the Pooh
"Be not simply good. Be good for something."
- Henry David Thoreau
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." - Margaret Mead
"Nature provides a free lunch, but only If we control our appetites." - William Ruckelshaus in BusinessWeek
"Kindness to animals and respect for all life are the only meaningful foundation for a civilized world." - Michael Mountain
"In the long run, it is the cumulative effect that matters. One can do much. And one and one and one can move mountains." - Joan Ward-Harris
"Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony." - Gandhi
If just 25% of U.S. families used 10 fewer plastic bags a month, we would save over 2.5 BILLION bags a year.
Every ton of recycled office paper saves 380 gallons of oil.
About 1% of U.S. landfill space is full of disposable diapers, which take 500 years to decompose.
Energy saved from one recycled aluminum can will operate a TV set for 3 hours, and is the equivalent to half a can of gasoline.
Glass produced from recycled glass instead of raw materials reduces related air pollution by 20%, and water pollution by 50%.
By turning down your central heating thermostat one degree, fuel consumption is cut by as much as 10%.
One ton of carbon dioxide that is released in the air can be prevented by replacing every 75 watt light bulbs with energy efficient bulbs.
The human population of the world is expected to be nearly tripled by the year 2100.
Every day 50 to 100 species of plants and animals become extinct as their habitat and human influences destroy them.

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April 22, 2010

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Aurelia d’Andrea, 415-217-9503

Celebrities Step Out to Show Their Compassionate Side at Worldfest 2010

(Los Angeles, CA) – It’s official: Hollywood has gone green. To prove it, the eco-conscious celebrity set is coming out in droves for WorldFest 2010, Los Angeles’s biggest vegetarian, solar-powered celebration of music, animals, and humanity.

On Sunday, May 16, stars from television, film, music and sports will be joined by healthy living experts and culinary maestros in Lake Balboa’s Woodley Park to bring issues near and dear to their hearts to a broad audience, and to inspire festival-goers to embrace compassionate living.

“We’re lucky to have so many talented, passionate voices take the stage at WorldFest this year,” says event co-producer and Toward Freedom President Jill Hahn. “They’ve each got something inspiring to share, and they’re wonderful examples of how we can all make a difference.”

The lineup includes TV’s Daniela Sea and John Salley, bestselling writers Kathy Freston and Rory Freedman, Oprah chef Tal Ronnen, skateboarding phenoms Ted Newsome and Laban Pheidias, and celebrity dog trainer Tamar Geller, among others. Sponsors spanning the green spectrum include VegNews Magazine, Sun Flour Baking Co., Session Pros, Jolly Llama, Guitar Center, Indie Printing, and The Healthy Voyager.

Now in its ninth year, WorldFest has established itself as LA’s premiere, pet- and family-friendly green event. With more than100 exhibitors, a global vegetarian food court, entertainment areas for children, and an eclectic blend of live music and engaging speaker line-up, WorldFest promises a day of entertainmentand inspiration.

Toward Freedom is a 501C3 non-profit dedicated to educating, inspiring, and supporting people on their quests to live more compassionately. For more information on WorldFest 2010, visit www.worldfestevents.com. Check back regularly for the latest updates on WorldFest’s musical entertainment, exhibitors, and speakers.

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March 23, 2010

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LA’s Music Scene Goes Green

(Los Angeles, CA) – What do you get when you mix music, sunshine, fabulous food, and a non-stop array of celebrity speakers who are passionate about animals, the environment, and healthy living? WorldFest 2010: Los Angeles’s biggest and best solar-powered celebration of all things green.

On May 16, WorldFest kicks off its 9th annual day of eco-conscious entertainment with celebrity guests including John Salley of TV’s “The Best Damn Sports Show Period,” bestselling author Rory Freedman, chef to the stars Tal Ronnen, and surprise musical acts representing the best in live rock, jazz, and world music.

Come and roam the green marketplace with more than 100 earth-friendly exhibitors, check out the eclectic array of global vegetarian cuisine in the fabulous food court, and relax with liquid refreshment at the Oasis beer and wine garden.

The family-friendly extravaganza offers dedicated entertainment areas for children to get active with their peers, and for pets to meet and mingle with other four-footed friends. Don’t have an animal companion? Now might be the time to add to the family: dogs and cats will be available on-site for adoption.

“This year’s event will prove once again just how cool compassion can be,” says co-producer Jill Hahn. “Saving the planet is a joint effort, and there’s nothing better than WorldFest for bringing together likeminded people who want to have fun and be entertained in a smart, sustainable way.”

Toward Freedom is a 501C3 non-profit dedicated to educating, inspiring, and supporting people on their quests to live more compassionately. For more information on WorldFest 2010, visit www.worldfestevents.com. Check back regularly for the latest updates on WorldFest’s musical entertainment, exhibitors, and speakers.