VegMichigan

ANN ARBOR LOCAL FOOD FESTIVAL
2024-09-26 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Ann Arbor Farmers Market, 315 Detroit St., Ann Arbor
ANN ARBOR LOCAL FOOD FESTIVAL

VegMichigan will be tabling at the local food festival, providing information about how eating more plant-based can reduce one’s carbon footprint, and will be signing people up to participate in our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge.

For more details visit https://www.a2gov.org/departments/sustainability/Sustainability-Me/Families-Individuals/Pages/Local-Food-Festival.aspx

Join us! – Ann Arbor Farmers Market, 315 Detroit St., Ann Arbor

PITTSFIELD TOWNSHIP FARMERS MARKET
2024-09-26 14:00 - 18:00 | MI
VegMichigan will be at the market sharing information about food and climate, offering free plant-based food samples to shoppers, and signing up participants for our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge.

ATRIA SENIOR LIVING PRESENTATION & FOOD SAMPLING
2024-09-25 | MI
ATRIA SENIOR LIVING PRESENTATION & FOOD SAMPLING

VegMichigan will give a presentation on the benefits of plant-based eating, and share plant-based food samples with attendees.

D-TOWN FARM: 18TH ANNUAL HARVEST FESTIVAL
2024-09-22 12:00 - 18:00 | MI
D-TOWN FARM: 18TH ANNUAL HARVEST FESTIVAL

Join Michiganders for a Just Farming System and For Our Future Michigan at the Harvest Festival. We will have a joint table, and MJFS will be spreading awareness about MI S.B. 275, letting people know that it is not a true clean energy bill. We will be asking people to sign postcards to send to Michigan lawmakers.

(The event is on Sept. 21 and 22, but MJFS will only be there on Sept. 22.)

Find full details about the festival here.

ANN ARBOR GREEN FAIR
2024-09-20 17:00 - 20:00 | MI
ANN ARBOR GREEN FAIR

Join us at the Ann Arbor Green Fair in downtown Ann Arbor, where we will be giving people an opportunity to sign-up for our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge and sharing information about how plant-based eating can lower one’s carbon footprint.

For more information about the Green Fair visit, https://www.a2gov.org/departments/sustainability/Newsletter-Events/Pages/Green-Fair.aspx

SIERRA CLUB U-M FOOD AND CLIMATE PANEL
2024-09-18 18:00 - 19:30 | MI
SIERRA CLUB U-M FOOD AND CLIMATE PANEL

We will be speaking on a Food and Climate Panel, along with New Roots Institute and Global Seaweed Institute hosted by Sierra Club U-M and Plant Futures Initiative. We will also sponsor plant-based appetizers to be served at the event.
At U-M (exact location TBA)

ANN ARBOR DINNER CLUB AT PILAR'S TAMALES
2024-09-18 17:00 - 18:30 | MI
ANN ARBOR DINNER CLUB AT PILAR’S TAMALES
Come to Pilar’s Tamales for a delicious, traditional Salvadoran meal. Enjoy plant-based tamales, sides, and beverages, and even a vegan Mexican hot chocolate!
Everyone is welcome at VegMichigan Meetups, but we do ask that you enjoy a vegan meal while attending our events. We hope you are able to join us!
RSVP Required on Meetup. RSVP here – https://www.meetup.com/vegmichigan-metro-detroit-meetup/events/302126449/

MSU TAILGATE PARTY
2024-09-14 | MI
MSU TAILGATE PARTY
We will serve plant-based samples and give out information about the environmental benefits of plant-based eating near the stadium to the large crowds of people who will be out for the MSU football game.

LUNCH MEETUP AT INDIA FLAVORS (POSTPONED DUE TO STORM DAMAGE)
2024-09-12 12:00 - 13:30 | India Flavors, 29205 Orchard Lake Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48334
LUNCH MEETUP AT INDIA FLAVORS

**Postponed due to storm damage! Unfortunately India Flavors suffered some significant damage to their roof in the recent thunderstorm. The restaurant is closed for about two months while repairs are completed. We will reschedule when they re-open.

Join VegMichigan for a delicious lunch buffet of traditional Indian cuisine!

RSVP Required. RSVP Here – https://www.meetup.com/vegmichigan-metro-detroit-meetup/events/302810672/?eventOrigin=group_upcoming_events

Join us here – India Flavors, 29205 Orchard Lake Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48334

ANN ARBOR FARMERS MARKET
2024-09-11 07:00 - 15:00 | Ann Arbor Farmers Market, 315 Detroit St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
ANN ARBOR FARMERS MARKET

VegMichigan will be at the market sharing information about food and climate, offering free plant-based food samples to shoppers, and signing up participants for our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge.

Location: Ann Arbor Farmers Market, 315 Detroit St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

MICHIGANDERS FOR A JUST FARMING SYSTEM COALITION MONTHLY MEETING
2024-09-09 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-08-12 18:00 - 19:00 | MI
MICHIGANDERS FOR A JUST FARMING SYSTEM COALITION MONTHLY MEETING
Join us for the Michiganders for a Just Farming System coalition’s monthly meeting. Everyone is welcome!
Learn more about Michiganders for a Just Farming System – https://justfarmingsystem.com/
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sd-2qrjsuGdAJWupPPUwIdEm_-TbpuP5c
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

VEGMICHIGAN'S 8TH ANNUAL FALL VEGFEST
2024-09-08 11:00 - 17:00 | MI
VEGMICHIGAN’S 8TH ANNUAL FALL VEGFEST
Join us on Sunday, September 10th from 11 am to 5 pm at Riley Park in downtown Farmington for our 8th Annual Fall VegFest!
The festival will have delicious plant-based food, sustainable shopping, live music, fun for the kids, and FREE admission!
Learn more HERE. See you there!
Interested in volunteering? Please email katie@vegmichigan.org

BOOK CLUB: "THE BOOK OF HOPE: A SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR TRYING TIMES" BY JANE GOODALL AND DOUGLASS ABRAMS
2024-09-05 18:00 - 19:30 | MI
BOOK CLUB: “THE BOOK OF HOPE: A SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR TRYING TIMES” BY JANE GOODALL AND DOUGLAS ABRAMS
Whether you are new to Book Club or have participated before, welcome! Many of us think we are going through “trying times” and our choice of this book is to provide a new perspective from a trusted person, Jane Goodall.
We ask that you read all or part of the book prior to the discussion and come prepared with at least one question the reading brought up, and one thing you learned or that resonated with you.
You can obtain the book from one of these sources:
Your local library (If they don’t have the book, you can request it through an inter-library loan, or request that the library purchase it.)
Several online booksellers have it available at reasonable prices if you do an online search for “The Book of Hope”.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqceitqTorE9bf7xW0dNnLxx1TvdztEf9s

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

THE SMELL OF MONEY FILM SCREENING (FREE APPETIZERS)
2024-09-04 19:30 - 21:00 | Michigan Theatre, 603 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
THE SMELL OF MONEY FILM SCREENING

Come to the Ann Arbor debut screening of this powerful environmental justice film featuring rural residents who take on large-scale animal agriculture to preserve the health and wellbeing of themselves, their community, and the environment. Plant-Based Appetizers will be served during the pre-reception from Earthen Jar.

Reception and Free Appetizers: 6:30 – 7:30
Film: 7:30 – 9:00
Post-Film: 9:00 – 9:30pm

Michigan Theatre, 603 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Purchase Tickets on the Michigan Theater Website

WCC WELCOME DAY
2024-09-04 | MI
WCC WELCOME DAY

VegMichigan will table at Washtenaw Community College’s Welcome Day event, sharing information about the connection between food and climate, and signing up participants for our 30-Day Pledge.

U-M TAILGATE PARTY
2024-08-31 | MI
U-M TAILGATE PARTY

We will serve plant-based samples and give out information about the environmental benefits of plant-based eating near the stadium to the crowds of people who will be out for the big game.

ANN ARBOR MEALS ON WHEELS
2024-08-30 | MI
ANN ARBOR MEALS ON WHEELS

VegMichigan will be delivering free plant-based food to Meals on Wheels clients who are interested in trying plant-based food products that are new to them.

DETROIT MEETUP AT DETROIT VEGAN SOUL
2024-08-27 17:00 - 18:30 | Detroit Vegan Soul, 19614 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI 48223
DETROIT MEETUP AT DETROIT VEGAN SOUL

Please RSVP on Meetup – https://www.meetup.com/vegmichigan-metro-detroit-meetup/events/302556828/?slug=vegmichigan-metro-detroit-meetup&isFirstPublish=true

Let’s go to Detroit Vegan Soul for some amazing soul food and a full menu of fabulous plant-based choices!

LANSING MEETUP AT STRANGE MATTER
2024-08-24 10:00 - 11:30 | 331 S Washington Square, Lansing, MI 48933
LANSING MEETUP AT STRANGE MATTER

Join us at Strange Matter Downtown for donuts and coffee! Almost everything here is plant-based and clearly marked. We will grab donuts and coffee and walk along the river trail, if everyone wants to.
Please RSVP on our Lansing Meetup page – https://www.meetup.com/vegmichigan-greater-lansing/events/302404120/
Join us – 331 S Washington Square, Lansing, MI 48933

AT&T EMPLOYEE HEALTH FAIR
2024-08-21 | MI
AT&T EMPLOYEE HEALTH FAIR

We will be doing outreach at this event to spread awareness about the health benefits
of plant-based eating.

DIXBORO FARMERS MARKET
2024-08-16 15:00 - 18:00 | Dixboro Farmers Market, 5221 Church Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
DIXBORO FARMERS MARKET

VegMichigan will be at the market sharing information about the connection between food choices and climate, distributing plant-based food samples, and signing up participants for our 30-Day Pledge.

MONTHLY LUNCH CLUB, RECIPE SWAP, & PRODUCE SHOPPING AT ANN ARBOR FARMERS MARKET
2024-08-14 12:00 - 14:00 | MI
MONTHLY LUNCH CLUB, RECIPE SWAP, & PRODUCE SHOPPING AT ANN ARBOR FARMERS MARKET
In August we are mixing things up with a different kind of Meetup! We will meet at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market (at the picnic tables near Detroit St & N Fifth Ave) for lunch. Then we’re going to swap recipes and shop for ingredients at the market. Please join us to enjoy a delicious, plant-based lunch, discover new plant-based recipes, and support local farmers all at once. Fun!!

Lunch
The market doesn’t have a confirmed schedule regarding prepared food options, but here are some ideas for lunch that are close by:

Detroit Street Filling Station carryout (always delish!)
Miss Kim carryout: lots of plant-based options
Sparrow Market: grape leaves, tabbouleh, chia pudding
People’s Food Coop: premade chickpea salad, etc.
PizzaPazza: inside Sparrow Market, has vegan cheese (and gf crust)
There may be plant-based restaurants/food trucks at the market

Recipe Swap
Please bring a favorite recipe that incorporates lots of fresh veggies that could be purchased at the market! No need to bring lots of copies–we can save paper by taking photos of each others recipes with our phones.
Shopping
And then we shop! Market information, including where to park, how to pay for purchases, (see FAQ section), and what produce will be in season can be found here.
Everyone is welcome at VegMichigan Meetups, but we do ask that you enjoy a vegan meal (and in this case purchase vegan items from market vendors) while attending our events. We hope you are able to join us!
RSVP Required on Meetup. RSVP here – https://www.meetup.com/vegmichigan-metro-detroit-meetup/events/302126449/

NEW HOPE TABERNACLE CHURCH BACK 2 SCHOOL BLOCK PARTY AND COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR
2024-08-10 12:00 - 15:00 | 20221 Lahser Rd., Detroit, MI 48219
NEW HOPE TABERNACLE CHURCH BACK 2 SCHOOL BLOCK PARTY AND COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR

VegMichigan will have a table providing information about the benefits of plant-based eating and we will give out free plant-based food samples.

Join us! – 20221 Lahser Rd., Detroit, MI 48219

TRAVERSE CITY MEETUP - DAIRY-FREE DIPS & DRESSINGS
2024-08-03 13:00 - 15:00 | Oryana West, 3587 Marketplace Circle, Traverse City, MI 49684
TRAVERSE CITY MEETUP – DAIRY-FREE DIPS & DRESSINGS
Just in time for your summer harvest, join us for a sampling of some delicious, dairy-free, dips and dressings!
Our monthly meetups are an opportunity to meet other folks and learn more about eating, cooking and enjoying plant-based foods.
All are invited and welcome to join!
RSVP here – https://www.meetup.com/traverse-city-vegmichigan-meetup/events/302156846/

PLANT-BASED HEALTH & WELLNESS CELEBRATION
2024-08-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Irene’s Myomassology Institute, 26061 Franklin Rd,, Southfield, MI, 48033, United States
Join VegMichigan and Irene’s Myomassology Institute for a special event celebrating Plant-Based Health & Wellness. Enjoy free massage, informative presentations, cooking demos, yoga classes, and delicious food for purchase from Zella’s. Admission is free but you must register in advance to attend. Register Here.
Menu from Zella’s
$10 Plantchiladas w/ cashew cream, jalapeños, cilantro
$5 Chickpea salad wraps
$5 Bean salad
$3 Blueberry Lemonade
$4 Lemon citrus cookies
$4 Semi sweet chocolate chip cookies
$4 Oatmeal cherry cookies
Free massage for the entirety of the event in the Serenity Room and three yoga classes in Bliss Room at 10am, 11:30am, and 1pm
Cooking Demos – Pleant-Based 101 (Unity Room)
10:30am Jeri Schneider – Tofu Scramble
11:45am Kisa McKinney – Avocado Chocolate Pudding
1pm Suzy Silvestre – Portuguese Chickpea Tunaless Salad
Presentations (Tranquillity Room)
10:30am Kim Korona – Plant-Based Eating for Wellness and Compassion
11:45am Katie Johnson – Climate Change and Our Food Choices
1pm Oliver Bosnjakovski – From Heart Attack to Wellness on a Plant-Based Diet

DETROIT DINNER CLUB AT SHANGRI-LA
2024-07-26 18:00 - 19:30 | MI
DETROIT DINNER CLUB AT SHANGRI-LA
Come out to Shangri-La in Midtown for a delicious Chinese dinner! All items in the vegetarian section of the main menu are fully plant-based, with the exceptions of V6 and V10 (can be made vegan on request). And all veggie sushi is either vegan or can be made vegan. Yum!!
**Please note: We will be on the second floor for this event, accessible only by stairs. Please plan accordingly.**
Everyone is welcome at VegMichigan Meetups, but we do ask that you enjoy a vegan meal while attending our events. We hope you are able to join us!
RSVP Required on Meetup. RSVP here – https://www.meetup.com/vegmichigan-metro-detroit-meetup/events/302126449/

UNIVERSITY COMMONS 30-DAY PLANT-BASED PLEDGE PICK-UP
2024-07-25 | MI
UNIVERSITY COMMONS 30-DAY PLANT-BASED PLEDGE PICK-UP

We will be distributing free bags of plant-based food at the University Commons Condominiums to residents who signed up to participate in our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge.

UNITED WHOLESALE MORTGAGE WELLNESS POP-UP
2024-07-24 | MI
UNITED WHOLESALE MORTGAGE WELLNESS POP-UP

VegMichigan will be sharing information on healthy plant-based eating with UWM employees.

DETROIT ABLOOM'S 5TH ANNUAL VEGAN FESTIVAL
2024-07-20 12:00 - 18:00 | MI
DETROIT ABLOOM’S 5TH ANNUAL VEGAN FESTIVAL

VegMichigan will be providing information about the benefits of eating plant-based and taking action to prevent the expansion of factory farms in Michigan.

Free Event and open to the public.

For more information visit, https://www.detroitabloom.com/vegan-fest
