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SouthWest Vegan Food Tour in Las Vegas
2025-03-28 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-27 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-26 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-25 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-24 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-23 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 7960 S Rainbow Blvd, 7960 South Rainbow Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV, 89139, United States
On this Southwest Food Tour, you’ll sample delicious foods from around the world but in the convenience of the Southwest area.

Note: Begins at 12PM or 4PM depending on the day.

We’ll start at a cozy vegan Italian spot, and you’ll soon see why that is! We’ll have a seat, share some mouth watering food!

Then we’ll head over to a local Juice Bar and you’ll learn about the benefits of juicing and smoothies.

Lastly, we’ll end at a plant based Mexican eatery where the food is yummy and (almost) guilt free.

We’re going to focus our time at 3 major food spots in Southwest Las Vegas. You’ll sample everything from comfort food to upscale menu items! All the dishes and foods will be plant based and vary from indulgent to healthy on this unique tasting journey.

You’ll walk no more than a half of mile in 2.5 hours because FREE transportation will be provided (for 2-4 people) in between restaurants, and parked nearby.

Plant-Based Comfort Classics
2025-03-27 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-26 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-25 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-24 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-23 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-22 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Chef’s Place, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33314, United States
Transform plant-based ingredients into classic dishes with this vegan menu by Chef John.
In this hands-on cooking class, Chef John will teach you how to prepare a hearty plant-based meal while practicing a range of kitchen skills and techniques. Improve your knife work and proficiency with kitchen tools, including the air fryer and emulsion blender.
This vegan menu begins with fresh tempeh tuna salad with dill followed by a creamy broccoli soup with vegan cheddar and potatoes. For the main course, prepare a savory lentil loaf with mushroom sauce accompanied by roasted vegetables. Enjoy a warm berry crisp with cashew cream for dessert.
Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

Dara Lynn Foundation Gala - Charity Party with Vegan Food and Free Admission
Sixty Pine Street, 60 Pine Street, New York, NY, 10005, United States
**UPDATE: More vegan dishes than originally planned have been added to the buffet. And the vegan dishes will be marked!**
**RSVPing ON THIS PAGE IS NOT ENOUGH TO GET YOU IN TO THE EVENT. YOU MUST ALSO SUBMIT A COMPLETE REGISTRATION AT [https://onecau.se/daralynn](https://onecau.se/daralynn) . IF YOU DO NOT SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE A REGISTRATION AT THE ABOVE WEB ADDRESS, YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED INTO THE EVENT.**
**WHY THIS UNUSUAL EVENT IS BEING POSTED IN THIS MEETUP GROUP:** My close college friend Alan (a lawyer and political fundraiser) is starting a nonprofit school for special needs children. He is having a gala party as a fundraiser for the new nonprofit school. The party will be Thursday, March 27th, starting at 6:00pm.
Regular tickets to this event are $175. Alan is giving a limited number of tickets to members of our vegan meetup for free.
**There will be a buffet with a good amount of vegan food. (Though a majority of the food will be non-vegan.) And vegan dishes will be marked!** There will also be a large open bar with unlimited drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic).
I purchased a $175 ticket to this event, in support of my friend and his charity. But your ticket will be free.
A few of us are poker players. There is going to be a poker tournament at the party, with prizes. My $175 ticket got upgraded to include the poker tournament. The tickets that include **both** the gala with food and drinks AND the poker tournament with prizes are $425. But if you get the ticket for both using the promo code below, it will be free.
Some celebrities will be in attendance. **Hank Azaria** (Emmy winner, The Simpsons, Brockmire, Ray Donovan), **David Costabile** (Billions, Breaking Bad, Suits, The Wire), **Matt Servitto** (The Sopranos, Billions, Your Honor) and **Steve Hytner** (comedian, and “Kenny Bania” on Seinfeld). Also, **Charles Oakley** (NBA) and **Tony Richardson** (NFL).
Here’s the link to get a ticket: [https://onecau.se/daralynn](https://onecau.se/daralynn) (Alan’s wife, who died, was Dara Lynn, and he named his foundation in her honor.)
To get your **gala party ticket for free**, enter the promo code: **nycvegmeetup**
**-OR-**
To get a **free combined ticket for both the gala party and the poker tournament (same night)**, enter the promo code: **nycvegmeetuppoker**
From the Event Page:
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**Dara Lynn Foundation Gala And Poker Tournament**
Thursday, March 27, 2025
6:00 PM EDT
Sixty Pine Street
New York, NY 10005
Dara Lynn Sclar devoted her career to nurturing the minds and spirits of children. As an early childhood teacher, she seamlessly blended her love for art with her passion for education, working with both special needs and typical students. Beyond her professional life, she was a dedicated mother to four children, one of whom, Sydney, was on the autism spectrum and had intellectual disabilities.
Together with her husband, Alan, Dara faced the daunting challenge of finding an inclusive and supportive learning environment where their daughter could thrive. They encountered obstacles such as long waiting lists for specialized programs and prohibitive travel times to suitable schools. Yet, with persistence, determination, and true grit, they eventually secured the right placement for Sydney. Sydney is now thriving as an adult, attending a college program and working towards a career in the culinary arts.
This journey illuminated a critical gap in the educational landscape and inspired Dara and Alan to envision a school that could cater to children like their daughter—a place where every child could receive the resources and care necessary to flourish. Tragically, in 2015, Dara succumbed to an aggressive form of cancer, leaving behind a vision for a better educational future.
In her honor, the Dara Lynn Foundation was established, carrying forward Dara’s legacy of compassion and excellence. The foundation is dedicated to providing young children with the best resources and practices, ensuring that they can become the best version of themselves, regardless of their unique challenges. Her unwavering spirit and dedication continue to inspire those striving to create a brighter future for all children.
The Dara Lynn Foundation is aiming to open our first school campus in the Fall of 2025!
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*****IMPORTANT: YOU MUST ALSO SUBMIT A COMPLETE REGISTRATION AT [https://onecau.se/daralynn](https://onecau.se/daralynn) . IF YOU DO NOT SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE A REGISTRATION AT THE ABOVE WEB ADDRESS, YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED INTO THE EVENT.*****
David

Plant Based Food Tour in Pike Place Market
2025-03-27 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-03-26 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-03-25 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-03-24 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-03-23 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-03-22 14:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Pike Place Market, 1928 Pike Place, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Tickets for this Plant-Based Food Tour in Pike Place Market in Seattle
Ticket for 1 person – includes:

lunch: 12 plant-based tastings from a variety of Pike Place Market businesses (sweet and savory included)

Highlights
Sample over a dozen plant-based delights as you bite into this fresh market menu
Get an insider’s perspective on the who, what, when and how of Seattle’s historic farmer’s market
A perfect way to have a weekend lunch, no need to be a vegan or vegetarian to enjoy it
General Info
Date and time: various dates and times available
Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Location: Pike Place Market, Seattle
Age requirement: all ages are welcome
Accessibility: this experience is wheelchair and stroller accessible
For this event, all sales are final and tickets can’t be refunded, changed or modified. For more information, please refer to our T&Cs
Description
Come discover Pike Place Market in Seattle through this incredible 12-item tasting menu. Chow down on scrumptious plant-based delights that will immediately make you appreciate plant-based eating like never before! This special menu offer intends to dispel the notion that plant-based diets are boring and bland, so dig in as you get the special know-how to got to the market like an expert chef to hunt for the freshest local ingredients for your next meal. Get your tickets now for this Plant-Based Food Tour in Pike Place Market in Seattle!

VSDC Book Club discusses “Soil: The Story of a Black Mother's Garden” (online)
Online event
Please join the Veg Society of DC Book Club discussion of “Soil: The Story of a Black Mother’s Garden” by Camille T. Dungy. This meeting will take place online, via zoom.
“Dungy describes her years-long project to transform her weed-filled, water-hogging, monochromatic lawn in suburban Fort Collins, Colo., into a pollinator’s paradise… Dungy draws a connection between diversifying the plant life in her garden and diversifying the canon of nature writing.” – NPR
To participate you must read at least half the book — and RSVP at least two days before the meeting. People who RSVP yes will get the details to join the discussion (the weekend before the meeting). The details will not be posted on meetup.
The VSDC Book Club began meeting online in March 2020 (previously we met in vegetarian restaurants in DC or nearby Maryland or Virginia). We read fiction and nonfiction in alternating months, about any topic. For more information (including everything we have read over 30+ years!) visit: [https://vsdc.org/Book-Club](https://vsdc.org/Book-Club)
Or contact Beth through meet up: [https://www.meetup.com/members/1642817/](https://www.meetup.com/members/1642817/)
Don’t be a no show! If your plans change, update your RSVP.

Join VSDC and DC Veg Week for Pizza Night
Atlas Brewery, 2429 Mandeville Lane Alexandria, VA 22314, Alexandria, VA, 22332, United States
Join VSDC and DC Veg Week to connect with DMV animal and environmental activists over amazing NY-style vegan pizza at Altas Brew Works & Andy’s Pizza in Alexandria, Virginia.
Building relationships like this helps reinforce the case for restaurants to promote vegan menu items. So chow down on some great pizza while showing Andy’s that plant-based offerings should be a staple on the menu.
Suggested donation $25: please register **[here](https://givebutter.com/4HOBjg)** beforehand so the restaurant will know how many pizzas to make! Also, please RSVP here on this Meetup page for communication purposes.
We don’t want cost to be a limitation. Pay what you want to join the fun!
**VSDC: More Than A Meetup**
We are so glad to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we enjoy seeing you at our events. Did you know that [VSDC](https://vsdc.org/) is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits?
With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle.
The membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! [Become a member of VSDC](https://vsdc.org/membership/).
**Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct**
When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge [VSDC’s Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies – VSDC – Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/).
**VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**

Central Park Vegan Night Market
2025-03-25 16:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Wollman Rink Central Park, E 63rd Street & Sixth Avenue, New York, NY, 10065, United States
Discover delicious food and drink options from local artisans, sample new vegan products, and connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for sustainability and ethical living. Central Park Vegan Night Market is for both seasoned vegans and those just curious about the lifestyle.

VSDC Picnic & DC Environmental Film Festival's "Mission Impossible"
Naval Heritage Center, 701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 20004, United States
The weather looks good so let’s gather at 6pm in the Navy Memorial Plaza, right in front of the Naval Heritage Center at 701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004, for a picnic before the 7pm screening of *Wild Hope:* *Mission Impossible* which is being shown as part of the [DC Environmental Film Festival ](https://dceff.org/)(DCEFF). **The screening will be followed by a Q & A with the founder of Impossible Foods, Pat Brown.**
You can bring your own beverages and vegan food or pick up something from nearby HipCityVeg (a six minute walk away), Teasim (a one minute walk away), SeoulSpice, (3 minute walk) or another restaurant of your choice. We should be able to find some seating on steps around the plaza. If the weather is bad, we will scratch the picnic part of this Meetup. There will also be a plant-based reception after the Q & A but it won’t be equal to a meal.
**The film is free but you must RSVP in advance on the DCEFF website [here](https://dceff2025.eventive.org/films/67b7b3503420a8d581d0ec48) to secure your seat.** Don’t hesitate because tickets can run out. Seating is general admission. You should **also RSVP here on the Meetup page** for communication purposes.
**Here’s a description of the 40 minute film:**
*Wild Hope: Mission Impossible* tells the inspiring story of how a late-career epiphany led “wacky genius” Pat Brown to abandon his academic career and commit himself to fighting global warming and biodiversity collapse, starting with a surprising product – an impossibly delicious plant-based hamburger.
WILD HOPE is a series that highlights the conservation changemakers who are sparking new hope for the future of our planet.
**VSDC: More Than A Meetup**
We are so glad to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we enjoy seeing you at our events. Did you know that [VSDC](https://vsdc.org/) is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits?
With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle.
The membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! [Become a member of VSDC](https://vsdc.org/membership/).
**Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct**
When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge [VSDC’s Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies – VSDC – Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/).
**VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**

VSDC WFPB SOS Free Potluck
PCRM’s Baker House, 4124 Garrison Street NW, Washington, DC, 20016, United States
Join the [Veg Society of DC](vsdc.org) for our new **Whole Food Plant-Based SOS-Free Monthly** **Potluck**! We look forward to sharing a meal and conversation with those interested in or living a WFPB SOS-Free lifestyle.
**What is WFPB SOS-Free?** A whole-food plant-based SOS-free diet includes whole grains, tubers, fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, and seeds. It eliminates animal products, salt, oil, sugar (SOS), and processed foods. [For more information, check out this quick overview!](https://nutritionstudies.org/what-is-a-whole-food-plant-based-diet/)
**Please Bring:**
* Please bring a dish that serves 6 – 8 people per person attending
* A serving utensil
* A copy of the recipe and include your name on it so people can identify who made each dish.
* A drink for yourself or one to share. Nonalcoholic, please.
* You can also bring your reusable plate, cup, and utensils to reduce waste.
* An oven and microwave are available on-site, but space is limited, so it will be reserved for a quick reheat rather than cooking.
**What to Leave Out of Your Dish?**
**Please respect the diet and lifestyle choices of those attending by NOT bringing** **food containing** beef, pork, chicken, turkey, fish, seafood, eggs, cheese, butter, cream, yogurt, or other dairy products, honey or gelatin, or other animal products or processed foods, salt, oil, or sugar.
**Questions:** Please contact wfpb@vsdc.org with questions about what to bring or if you want to help plan future WFPB events.
**Transportation:** The home is a short walk from the Friendship Heights Metro stop. On-street parking is available in the area.
**Weather:** In case of bad weather, be sure to check the comments on this for any updates from the organizers on the morning of the event.
**Sponsored By:** This event is sponsored by the Veg Society’s Whole Food Plant-Based Affinity Group. The affinity group offers those who want to engage with this lifestyle opportunities to connect, learn, and enjoy great food. The group gathers for potlucks, lunches at [Greenfare Organic Café](https://vsdc.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7775b08c060411688e929ff89&id=b27764da70&e=4227fca4bb), educational programs, and other outings. The WFPB Affinity Group is a part of PCRM’s [Building Healthy Communities Action Network](https://www.pcrm.org/buildinghealthycommunities).
**Our Appreciation:** We thank the [Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine](www.PCRM.org) for hosting this event at its facility and for its work promoting plant-based diets.
**VSDC: More Than A Meetup**
We are so glad to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we enjoy seeing you at our events. Did you know that [VSDC](vsdc.org) is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits?
With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle.
The VSDC membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! [Become a member of VSDC](https://vsdc.org/membership/).
**Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct**
When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge [VSDC’s Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies – VSDC – Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/).
**VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**

VSDC Vegan WFPB SOS Free Potluck
PCRM’s Baker House, 4124 Garrison Street NW, Washington, DC, 20016, United States
Join the [Veg Society of DC](vsdc.org) for our new monthly Vegan WFPB SOS Free potluck! We look forward to sharing a meal and conversation with those interested in or living a Vegan WFPB SOS-free lifestyle.
**What is Vegan WFPB SOS Free?** A whole-food plant-based (WFPB) SOS-free diet includes whole grains, tubers, fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, and seeds. It eliminates animal products, salt, oil, and sugar (SOS), and processed foods. You can [learn more](www.forksoverknives.com/how-tos/plant-based-primer-beginners-guide-starting-plant-based-diet).
**Please Bring:**
* A dish that serves 6 – 8 people per person attending. The food must be vegan (no red meat, chicken, turkey, fish, seafood, eggs, cheese, butter, cream, yogurt or any other dairy products, or honey or gelatin) as well as salt, oil, and sugar-free.
* A serving utensil
* A copy of the recipe and include your name on it so people can identify who made each dish.
* A drink for yourself or one to share. Nonalcoholic, please.
* To help reduce waste, you can also bring your reusable plate, cup, and utensils.
* There is an oven and microwave onsite, but space is very limited, so it will be reserved for a quick reheat rather than cooking.
**Questions:** Please reach out to [wfpb@vsdc.org](mailto:wendy@vsdc.org) with questions or to help plan future WFPB events.
**Transportation:** The home is a short walk from the Friendship Heights Metro stop. On-street parking is available in the area.
**Weather:** In case of bad weather, be sure to check the comments on this for any updates from the organizers on the morning of the event.
**Sponsored By:** This event is sponsored by the Veg Society’s Whole Food Plant-Based Affinity Group. The affinity group offers those who want to engage with this lifestyle opportunities to connect, learn, and enjoy great food. The group gathers for potlucks, lunches at [Greenfare Organic Café](https://vsdc.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7775b08c060411688e929ff89&id=b27764da70&e=4227fca4bb), educational programs, and other outings. The WFPB Affinity Group is a part of PCRM’s [Building Healthy Communities Action Network](https://www.pcrm.org/buildinghealthycommunities).
**Our Appreciation:** We thank the [Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine](www.PCRM.org) for hosting this event at its facility and for its work promoting plant-based diets.
**VSDC: More Than A Meetup**
We are so glad to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we enjoy seeing you at our events. Did you know that [VSDC](vsdc.org) is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits?
With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle.
The VSDC membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! [Become a member of VSDC](https://vsdc.org/membership/).
**Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct**
When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge [VSDC’s Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies – VSDC – Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/).
**VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**

Vegan Sunday Brunch
2025-03-23 12:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | The Lair 420 Social Club, 323 N 52ND ST, Philadelphia, PA, 19139, United States
Every Sunday
Noon to 3 pm
Vegan Sunday Brunch
The Lair (420 Safe Place)
Sunday Funday (games, movies, & brunch)

From Petal to Plate - Vegan Cooking with Edible Flowers
Elmhurst SDA Church, 246 W. Butterfield Rd, Elmhurst, il, 60126, United States
**Discover the beauty, flavor, and health benefits of edible flowers!**
Join the **Elmhurst Community Lifestyle Center** for a **FREE** vegan cooking class and **complimentary lunch** at Elmhurst SDA Church! Learn how to incorporate edible flowers into plant-based dishes that are as **nutritious as they are delicious**.
**What to Expect:**
🍽️ **Live Cooking Demonstrations** – Watch as the ECLC team presents **three unique recipes** using edible flowers. Learn essential cooking techniques and flavor pairings.
🌿 **Health Benefits of Edible Flowers** – Explore the **nutritional properties** of these beautiful ingredients, including their potential to support **digestion, reduce inflammation, and provide antioxidants & vitamins**.
🥗 **Tasting & Complimentary Vegan Lunch** – Enjoy a **free tasting** of the demonstrated dishes, followed by a delicious **vegan meal**!
🤝 **Connect & Learn** – Meet fellow food enthusiasts, ask questions, and gain **practical plant-based cooking skills** in a welcoming environment.
**💡 Important Notes:**
* ✅ **Free Event – RSVP Required**: Space is limited! Please register in advance to secure your spot.
* 📢 **If your plans change, please update your RSVP** so others can attend.
* 🌸 **Come hungry, leave inspired!** We can’t wait to share this flavorful and nourishing experience with you!
Please use the “Comments” area on the bottom of the event page to offer/ask for rides and to post any questions or comments.

VSDC Vegan Trekkers: Sugarloaf Mountain and Northern Peaks Trail ~7 miles
Sugarloaf Mountain East View Parking Lot, Sugarloaf Mountain Drive, Dickerson, MD, 20842, United States
Join me for a challenging ~7-mile hike on Sugarloaf Mountain, Dickerson, MD (Frederick County). This privately maintained property is rich in civil war history and a popular area hiking spot.
Expect a relatively speedy pace, rocky and uneven terrain and a steep elevation gain of nearly 1,500 ft. You should be able to hike uphill without break for at least an hour, as well as comfortably scramble over rocks and negotiate uneven surfaces. Please wear sturdy shoes/boots and weather-appropriate clothing.
Meeting Point: [Sugarloaf Mountain East View Parking lot](https://maps.app.goo.gl/woyieESUTXrNyDPz9)
Meeting Time: 8:15 am
Distance: ~7 miles
Difficulty: Strenuous
Pace: Moderate (2.5 miles/hr)
Elevation gain: ~1500 ft
Duration: 3.5 – 4 hours
Type of trail: Dirt, rocks, gravel, tree roots
**Dog friendly?**
Yes, please keep your dog leashed. Dogs are the sole responsibility of the owner(s) who brought them; should be up to date on their vaccinations & in possession of the relevant tags; and should be under the control of their owner(s) at all times. Dogs that demonstrate consistently aggressive or otherwise out-of-control behavior will be banned from future hikes. Owners should come prepared to dispose of any waste.
**Bathroom Facilities/Food/Water?**
No water, but portable toilets may be available at the trailhead. Bring your own water and a vegan snack to enjoy mid-hike.
**Update Your RSVP**
Out of respect for others interested in attending this event, please update your RSVP promptly as your schedule changes.
## Alcohol/Smoking/Intoxicants: Use of intoxicants such as alcohol, cigarettes and/or illegal substances is banned during the hikes.
**Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct**
When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge [VSDC’s Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies – VSDC – Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/).
**VSDC: More Than A Meetup**
We are so glad to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we enjoy seeing you at our events. Did you know that VSDC is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits?
With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle.
The membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! Become a member of VSDC.
**VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**

Plant-Based Garden Feast
2025-03-22 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | NV
Celebrate the healthy goodness of plant-centered cuisine with this from-scratch four-course meal.
In this hands-on cooking class with Chef Laura, you’ll use high-quality ingredients as you learn how to craft a handful of plant-based recipes that are just as delectable as they are healthy.
Begin with a spicy carrot hummus infused with chipotle peppers and tahini and served with artisan crackers, and a fresh arugula salad featuring pears and toasted walnuts. For the main course, you’ll prepare herb-packed chimichurri cauliflower steak served with roasted tomatoes and quinoa. And because dessert can also be healthy, you’ll whip up a silken chocolate mousse.
Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

Vegan Adventure in the East Village
2025-03-22 14:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Gandhi Garden, Union Square W, New York, NY, 10003, United States
Discover the delicious vegan options the East Village and Lower East Side have to offer.
$ 125 PER PERSON
All-inclusive: 6 food stops and taxes.
This vegan food tour meets in Gandhi Garden in Union Square, and then you’ll set off on a vegan foodie adventure led by an experienced local guide. On this two-mile walking food tour, you’ll stop at a least five different spots to try unique and delicious vegan fare.
Some of the local culinary favorites you’ll enjoy include vegan Chinese food, artisanal vegan cheese, vegan soft serve and more. As you wander through quaint East Village and the Lower East Side, your guide will also share interesting tidbits about the history and culture of the neighborhood.
