Vegan Juneteenth Celebration! - Ethiopian Buffet Dinner and Talk from PPMNY!
Tsion Cafe, 763 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY, 10031, United States
Our meetup group is so completely honored to be co-sponsoring an event with the **brilliant, heroic, angelic, kick-ass vegan activist and educational organization, [PLANT POWERED METRO NEW YORK](https://www.plantpoweredmetrony.org/)!**
Founded by **the visionary activist LIANNA LEVINE REISNER**, Plant Powered Metro New York **burst on to the scene in New York in 2019. It hit the ground at the speed of 100 miles per hour, and has grown explosively in these five short years**. Under Lianna’s genius leadership, with the help of her brilliantly recruited and very accomplished directors, staff and volunteers, **PPMNY has changed and brilliantly enhanced the face of vegan and nutritional activism and education in New York**, and has become the lauded and celebrated activist example to vegans throughout the tri-state area, and the country.
**PPMNY and its magnificent Partnerships Manager, Rebecca Johnson, are co-sponsoring with us a Juneteenth Celebration, Vegan Dinner, and Talk**. We are absolutely the junior partner in this event (Rebecca has planned and organized every aspect of this amazing event) and we are thrilled to be so.
**Event Details:** “This Juneteenth, join Plant Powered Metro New York as we **commemorate the emancipation of enslaved people** with a **dinner social** at the **Ethiopian restaurant Tsion Cafe in Sugar Hill. We’ll honor and reflect on what “Freedom Day” means to the African Diaspora while dining over a flavorful buffet of plant-based Ethiopian dishes.”**
The **Ethiopian Vegan Buffet Dinner is $48, tax and gratuity are included**. It’s a large buffet with an assortment of **four veggie stews of cabbage, red lentils, split peas, and collard greens**, and is served with **injera (traditional Ethiopian bread**, that you wrap everything in). It also includes **Lentil Sambusas**, **Ful** (a fava bean dish), **Jollof Rice**, and an **organic mixed greens salad**.
*******Our speaker will be **Claudine Smith, MD, MPH, DipACLM** (who is also a **PPMNY Board Member**). She will give a talk on **plant based nutrition and the history of Juneteenth.*****
**VERY IMPORTANT:** While you should RSVP on this page, adding your RSVP WILL NOT get you into the event. **YOU MUST ADDITIONALLY PURCHASE AN ADVANCE TICKET AT THIS LINK ($48, tax and gratuity are included): [https://plantpoweredmetrony.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/plantpoweredmetrony/eventRegistration.jsp?event=3215&](https://plantpoweredmetrony.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/plantpoweredmetrony/eventRegistration.jsp?event=3215&)**
**THIS LIMITED-ATTENDANCE EVENT LOOKS TO SELL OUT, AND WE RECOMMEND PURCHASING YOUR TICKET EARLY SO AS NOT TO BE CLOSED OUT.** Also, if you would like some more information on the event, you may visit **PPMNY’s Event Description page here: [https://tockify.com/ppmny/detail/705/1718838000000](https://tockify.com/ppmny/detail/705/1718838000000)**
**Train Directions:** Take the **A, B, C** or **D** Trains to the 145th Street Station.
What a beautiful, educational, poignant and delicious evening this will be! If you are attending, please be sure to purchase your advance ticket at the link provided above. Hope to see you there.
David

Plant-Based Comfort Classics
2024-06-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-06-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-06-17 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-06-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-06-15 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-06-14 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-06-13 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.

Plant Based Food Tour in Pike Place Market
2024-06-19 14:00 - 16:30, 2024-06-18 14:00 - 16:30, 2024-06-17 14:00 - 16:30, 2024-06-16 14:00 - 16:30, 2024-06-15 14:00 - 16:30, 2024-06-14 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!

SouthWest Vegan Food Tour in Las Vegas
2024-06-19 12:00 - 15:00, 2024-06-18 12:00 - 15:00, 2024-06-17 12:00 - 15:00, 2024-06-16 12:00 - 15:00, 2024-06-15 12:00 - 15:00, 2024-06-14 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.

Central Park Vegan Night Market
2024-06-18 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.

Vegan Sunday Brunch
2024-06-16 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)

VSDC Veggie Biking - Bethesda to Washington Monument (and back)
Park and Ride for Capital Crescent Trail, Bethesda, MD, 20815, United States
Please join us for a ride from Bethesda to Washington Monument via Georgetown and memorials.
We will be starting from the [Park and Ride for Capital Crescent](https://maps.app.goo.gl/BKo6KKeexQPENXHEA) trail in Bethesda. From Georgetown, we will head towards the Tidal basin and touch Roosevelt, MLK, Lincoln, WWII memorials en route to Washington Monument. From Monument we will make our way back to Bethesda.
Post hike lunch will be at Rooted3. We can either ride there (the roundtrip from meeting point will add another 3 miles mostly on road) or drive.
Meeting point: [Park and Ride for CC Trail](https://maps.app.goo.gl/q8icfVLC4mdfagQj6)
Date: Sunday, June 16 10:00am
Route: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/GTx1NPihfCTkHFHF9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/GTx1NPihfCTkHFHF9)
Length: 21 miles
Difficulty level: moderate/strenuous (due to distance)
Elevation change: 420 ft up & down
Time: ~3 hours at moderate pace
Pace: moderate ~10 mph
Biking surface: paved
Route type: mostly trails, some roads and sidewalks
Post ride lunch spot: [Rooted3](https://www.rooted3.com/) , Bethesda
Food/Water: Bring your own vegan snacks and (non-alcoholic) beverage to enjoy. Please carry plenty of water!
Weather: we will not be riding in rain or windy conditions so stay tuned for Comments on this page.
*For important updates, regularly monitor the “**Comments**” section on this page (below).*
***Don’t be a no show! If your plans change, update your RSVP.***
*When you sign up to join, you automatically acknowledge
[VSDC Activity Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/).
*Please also view and abide by the RULES listed below*
RULES
* Pets are not allowed
* Use of intoxicants such as alcohol, cigarettes and/or illegal substances is banned during this event.
* Practice safe biking habits including:
* Wearing a bike helmet
* Keeping a safe distance between each other (bikes don’t have brake lights and tailgating can easily result in crashes)
* Avoid side by side riding unless the road gives us ample opportunity
By coming to this event, we expect you 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](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/).
**VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**

Plant-Based Garden Feast
2024-06-15 18:00 - 20:30, 2024-06-14 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | WA
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
2024-06-15 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.

VEGAN DINING AT BIBIBOP ASIAN GRILL!
BIBIBOP Asian Grill, 3304 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL, 60618, United States
!!! PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE EVENT DESCRIPTION INCLUDING THE WAITLIST RULES AND AGREE WITH THE EVENT ‘RSVP TERMS’ BEFORE RSVPING !!!
Join us for this exciting vegan dining event at the recently opened BIBIBOP! This is not a vegan restaurant but it has tons of vegan options, plus it’s 100% gluten free (even their noodles)! It has a similar concept as Chipotle Mexican Grill but offers way more healthy vegan options. The cuisine is Asian. You can order their signature bowl: TERIYAKI TOFU & GREENS as on the event picture (it’s delicious!) or create your own bowl. Another good thing is that all of their sauces except Yum Yum are vegan too! On top of all this, the restaurant is welcoming ChicagoVeg members by offering $5 OFF of their order at the event!
RSVP TERMS: CHICAGOVEG AGREED TO PROVIDE THE RSVP RESULTS TO THE RESTAURANT BY JUNE 13. BY RSVPING FOR THE EVENT YOU COMMIT TO SHOW UP OR PAY FOR YOUR RSVP UNLESS YOU CANCEL BEFORE JUNE 13 @ 12PM. THIS INCLUDES ANY GUESTS ON YOUR RSVP. IF YOU RSVP’d BUT DON’T COME (UNLESS CANCELED ON TIME), YOU PAY $10 ON-LINE (PLUS FOR YOUR GUESTS, IF ANY). ORGANIZERS WILL CONTACT YOU.
Please invite your friends/family to enjoy this evening with us!
SPACE IS LIMITED – PLEASE RSVP IN ADVANCE NOT TO MISS THIS GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO ENJOY THE RESTAURANT AND SOCIALIZE WITH NEW AND OLD FRIENDS!
If the event is full and you join the Waitlist, you can be moved to the RSVP list whenever other people cancel their RSVP. Please remove yourself from the Waitlist if you can no longer commit to coming. Once you are moved from the waitlist to an active RSVP, and you do not attend, you will be considered a ‘No Show’ and the NO SHOW RULES WILL APPLY.
Any question or comments? Car-pooling arrangements? Please use the “Comments” section on the event page.

Vegan Trekkers: 7 Mile Loop Hike, Prince William Forest National Park
Prince William Forest Park, 18170 Park Entrance Rd, Triangle, VA, 22025, United States
Join us for a 7 mile hike through the largest protected natural area in the DMV, Prince William Forest Park. Encompassing over 18,500 acres and rich in history, this land was once home to an enclave of formerly enslaved people which was gradually converted from the late 1930’s to national parkland.
We’ll meet in front of the Visitors Center and take the Pyrite Mine Loop Trail beyond the picnic area to the right. From there we’ll pick up a loop trail that winds through one of the country’s best examples of Eastern Piedmont forest. If we’re lucky we’ll see evidence of the park’s wildlife, including beavers, deer, and squirrels.
This hike is rated as difficult largely due to its length and terrain. Prepare to encounter uneven and possibly muddy woodland trails, with 600 feet of elevation gain, by wearing sturdy hiking shoes and appropriate clothing.
Park map: [https://www.nps.gov/prwi/planyourvisit/maps.htm](https://www.nps.gov/prwi/planyourvisit/maps.htm)
Transportation: Park at the Pine Grove Picnic Area. We’ll meet in front of the adjacent Visitors Center. Note that there is a $20 fee to enter the park, which is waived for U.S. National Park Service annual or lifetime pass holders. If you can offer a ride, please post in the comments section with metro station or other accessible location for pick up. Carpooling is a great way to meet people and help the environment!
Dog friendly: Yes. Please keep your dog leashed at all times.
Restrooms: Yes, located outside of the visitors’ center.
Food/Water: Bring your own vegan snacks and (non-alcoholic) beverage to enjoy mid hike. Please carry plenty of water!
Weather: Be prepared! We will hike rain or shine, but if conditions pose a danger, we’ll cancel the hike and post a notice in the “comments” section. We suggest that hikers wear comfortable footwear and suitable clothing made from quick-dry, synthetic fabrics, as cotton can lead to uncomfortable blisters and life-threatening hypothermia in case of inclement weather.
*For important updates regularly monitor the “comments” section below.*
*Don’t be a no show! If your plans change, update your RSVP.*
*Please read The 10 Essentials of Hiking: [https://americanhiking.org/resources/10essentials/](https://americanhiking.org/resources/10essentials/) *
**Rules**
* Pets: When hikes are organized in dog-friendly areas, hikers are invited to bring their pet(s). However, 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 their dogs’ waste in appropriate receptacles.
* Alcohol/Smoking/Intoxicants: Use of intoxicants such as alcohol, cigarettes and/or illegal substances is banned during the hikes.
**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.**

TKI Friday | Sound Bath, Kirtan & Vegan Dinner
2024-06-14 18:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Studio 108, 57 Theobalds Road, London WC1X 8SP, United Kingdom
Harness the power of sound healing with a sound bath, mantra meditation and the best vegan food in London! The event includes a talk on ancient spiritual wisdom 🪬
Hosted by Dayal Mora and Matteo.
Buy ticket online or at the door.

Williamsburg Veg*n Food Crawl #foodcrawl #BrooklynNYC
Vinnie’s Pizzeria, 148 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11249, United States
**You can join the Veg*n Food Crawl for any length of time, tag along for part of it, and leave whenever you wish. We plan to visit several veg*n establishments, with the option to order some to-go meals, and eventually gather to eat as a group at Domino Park.** **Buying food/eating at Veg*n establishments is at your discretion.**
New York City boasts some fantastic eating and drinking neighborhoods, and Williamsburg holds its own among the best. As likealocaltours.com states, Williamsburg is “an influential hub for fashion, music, art, food and of course hipster culture.” Williamsburg, one of Brooklyn’s most popular and exciting neighborhoods, straddles old and new. You can enjoy the lively arts, music, and boutique scene here, relax in numerous cafes, dine at excellent restaurants — and soak up the unique vibe. The neighborhood offers a diverse array of veg*n eateries, from trendy cafes serving plant-based pastries to innovative restaurants with gourmet veg dishes – Williamsburg’s vibrant vegan food scene is sure to impress.
Join us as we walk through the neighborhood of Williamsburg – exploring the local scene, and venues serving veg*n options.
**1st Leg Food Crawl – 06:30 PM onwards**
**Stop 1.1 – Vinnie’s Pizzeria** (148 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn)
[http://vinniesbrooklyn.com/](http://vinniesbrooklyn.com/)
Bedford Avenue pizza fixture serving up exotic slices & vegan options from a modest counter. FYI – They have some really awesome vegan Garlic Knots 🙂
**Stop 1.2 – Lucy’s Vietnamese – Williamsburg** (112 Berry St, Brooklyn)
[http://www.lucysvietnamese.com/](http://www.lucysvietnamese.com/)
Offbeat chain serving cornmeal-crusted pizzas with quirky Cajun toppings in a kid-friendly space- Vegan Options
**Stop 1.3 – Garden Carver** (187 Grand St, Brooklyn)
[https://gardencarver.com](https://gardencarver.com)
Plant-Based Butcher Shop
OR
**Stop 1.3 – INDAY All Day** (658 Driggs Ave, Brooklyn)
[https://www.indayallday.com/williamsburg/](https://www.indayallday.com/williamsburg/)
INDAY All Day celebrates the joyful connection of food & hospitality, inspired by Indian cultures around the world. Veg*n and GF options.
**2nd Leg Food Crawl – 7:45 PM onwards**
**Stop 2.1 – INDAY All Day** (658 Driggs Ave, Brooklyn)
[https://www.indayallday.com/williamsburg/](https://www.indayallday.com/williamsburg/)
INDAY All Day celebrates the joyful connection of food & hospitality, inspired by Indian cultures around the world. Veg*n and GF options.
**Stop 2.2 – Vanessa’s Dumpling House** (310 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn)
[http://www.vanessas.com/](http://www.vanessas.com/)
Small outfit supplying handmade dumplings, steamed buns & other Asian faves, plus bubble teas. Veg*n options.
**Stop 2.3 – Guevara’s** (319 Kent Ave, Brooklyn)
[https://www.guevaras.com/](https://www.guevaras.com/)
Coffee & vegan sandwiches & pastries served in a bright, contemporary cafe with a grocery shop.
In the end, we’ll walk up and hangout by the Domino’s Park (Seating Steps ~ **15 River St, Brooklyn**) – Depending on the weather we might choose to hangout at an alternative location.
**FOR OUR NEW MEMBERS:** this is an incredibly friendly and welcoming group. We are a FUN group. Join us as we explore Williamsburg neighborhood with lively conversations, great veg*n food and drinks with fellow vegetarians and vegans. Please wear comfortable clothes and stay hydrated.
**Food Crawl:** Everyone pays for themselves at veg*n establishments. Most of them take major credit cards. Easy!
**TRAIN DIRECTIONS:** For Vinnie’s Pizzeria – Take L train to Bedford Ave – 3 Min/ 0.1 Mile. For INDAY All day – Take L train to Bedford Ave – 7 Min/ 0.3 Mile
**How To Find Us:** Check out comments section on the Meetup page for group location.
We would love to have you join our Veg*n Food Crawl – Mark the day!
Karthik :))
**You can join the Veg*n Food Crawl for any length of time, tag along for part of it, and leave whenever you wish. We plan to visit several veg*n establishments, with the option to order some to-go meals, and eventually gather to eat as a group at Domino Park.** **Buying food/eating at Veg*n establishments is at your discretion.**
Image Courtesy – archdaily.com/914548/domino-park-james-corner-field-operations
