The Vanishing of the Bees Previews at G2 Gallery
Eco-Gallery Presents Film Dealing with Critical Environmental Issue on July 31, 2009 at 7:00 pm

Venice, CA —Friday, July 31, 2009 at 7:00 pm, the G2 Gallery will present sneak peak clips of the upcoming documentary film The Vanishing of the Bees. The evening will include a question and answer session with filmmakers George Langworthy and Maryam Henein and is a fundraiser for the film, which is currently in postproduction. The evening will also include a silent auction benefitting the film.

The Vanishing of the Bees takes a piercing investigative look at the economic, political and ecological implications of the worldwide disappearance of the honeybee. The documentary examines our current agricultural landscape and celebrates the ancient and sacred connection between man and honeybee. The film also highlights the positive changes that have resulted due to a tragic phenomenon known as “Colony Collapse Disorder.” To empower the audience, the documentary provides viewers with tangible solutions they can apply to their everyday lives. The Vanishing of the Bees unfolds as a dramatic tale of science and mystery, illuminating the greater meaning surrounding the relationship between humankind and Mother Earth.

This screening is a part of G2 Gallery’s concert and lectures series. All G2 Gallery events are open to the public. A $10 suggested donation at the door is appreciated.

LOCATION:
The G2 Gallery (www.theg2gallery.com)
1503 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291-3742
Tel. 310.452.2842, E-mail info@theg2gallery.com

About G2 Gallery
Established in March 2008, the G2 Gallery in Venice, California, is a green art space with a dedicated focus on contemporary nature and wildlife photography. In keeping with G2’s commitment to supporting arts and the environment, the gallery presents exhibitions with eco-conscious themes, donating the proceeds from all art sales to environmental charities and hosts free concerts and lectures that bring awareness of critical issues to our community.

G2 Gallery to Host Best Friends Animal Society Fundraiser
Eco-friendly Gallery Continues its Support of Animal Rescue Organizations

Venice, CA—On Saturday, July 18, at 6:30 pm, the G2 Gallery will host a fundraiser for Best Friends Animal Society. The evening will include a silent auction.
Best Friends Animal Society was established in the late 1980’s to find homes for the “unadoptable” abandoned and abused stray cats and dogs of the world. Since its inception, Best Friends has led a grassroots effort that has reduced the number of pets destroyed each year from 17 million to 5 million, and they are determined to exceed this record. At its sanctuary in Utah, Best Friends provides a home to approximately 2,000 dogs, cats and other animals who receive special care and are either placed in homes, or live out their days in an atmosphere of love with Best Friends.

This event coincides with the exhibition Paws at the G2 Gallery. Known for bringing images of wildlife to the public, G2 Gallery’s latest exhibition looks at the animals we bring into our homes as pets. Photography by Harry Giglio, Melinda Lerner, Genaro Molina, and Sharon Montrose will be on display in the gallery, as well as bronzes by Audrey Lynne Cook and hand carved wood sculpture by Norton Latourelle. Proceeds from Paws will benefit Best Friends Animal Society. The exhibition will run through August 9, 2009.

The Best Friends Animal Society Fundraiser is open to the public. A $12 donation at the door is appreciated.

LOCATION:
The G2 Gallery (www.theg2gallery.com)
1503 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291-3742
Tel. 310.452.2842, E-mail info@theg2gallery.com

About Best Friends Animal Society
Best Friends Animal Society is guided by a simple philosophy: kindness to animals builds a better world for all of us. In the late 1980s, when Best Friends was in its early days, roughly 17 million dogs and cats were being killed in shelters every year. Despite the commitment of shelter workers to the animals in their care, the conventional belief was that little could be done to lower that terrible number. Best Friends' No More Homeless Pets campaign created a new vision: A grassroots effort to place dogs and cats who were considered "unadoptable" into good homes, and to reduce the number of unwanted pets through effective spay and neuter programs. Since then, the number of dogs and cats being destroyed in shelters has fallen to approximately 5 million a year.

About Paws
Dedicated to the wild and the humorous, the soulful and the playful, Paws invites a closer look at the cherished creatures that we bring into our lives. Six artists working in
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sculpture and photography capture the instincts and idiosyncrasies of our canine companions and feline friends.

About G2 Gallery
Established in March 2008, the G2 Gallery in Venice, California, is a green art space with a dedicated focus on contemporary nature and wildlife photography. In keeping with G2’s commitment to supporting arts and the environment, the gallery presents
exhibitions with eco-conscious themes, donating the proceeds from all art sales to environmental charities and hosts free concerts and lectures that bring awareness of critical issues to our community.

G2’s First Annual Pet Adoption

Venice, CA – Sunday, July 12, 12–4pm The G2 Gallery, LA Animal Services, and Hope for Paws will join forces to find homes for our animal friends. The first annual G2 Gallery pet adoption will be held in conjunction with the G2 Gallery’s exhibit Paws.

 

Cats, dogs, kittens and puppies for adoption

Complimentary souvenir photo with your newly adopted pet

Free pet starter kit from PETCO

Samy's camera giftcards for adoptive parents

Kids activity room

Silent auction

PAWS exhibit, Featuring the photography of Harry Giglio, Genaro Molina and Sharon Montrose with sculptures by Audrey Lynne Cook and Norton Latourelle

All proceeds from Paws will be donated to animal rescue charities.

Smile Train Gala Fundraiser and Benefit Concert

Thursday, July 9, 2009, 6–10 pm

Smile Train is the world’s largest and most effective cleft charity, providing free cleft surgery to millions of poor children in developing countries.  The Smile Train Gala Fundraiser and Benefit Concert will feature a rare performance by the highly influential, virtuosic saxophonist John Klemmer.  Price of admission is $40, and includes concert, buffet, and wine.  All proceeds benefit Smile Train.