VegMichigan

THE SMELL OF MONEY FILM SCREENING IN TRAVERSE CITY
2024-04-27 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Old Town Playhouse, 148 East Eighth Street, Traverse City
THE SMELL OF MONEY FILM SCREENING IN TRAVERSE CITY
Join us for a second 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.
Carrie La Seur, from For Love of Water (FLOW), will present following the film.
This event is made possible by Old Town Playhouse, Michiganders for a Just Farming System, Attorneys for Animals, State Bar of Michigan Animal Law Section, MICCA, FLOW, and VegMichigan.
Join us at Old Town Playhouse, 148 East Eighth Street, Traverse City
Learn more about the film here – https://www.smellofmoneydoc.com/

GRANDPARENTS ON THE MOVE COOKING DEMONSTRATION
2024-04-26
GRANDPARENTS ON THE MOVE COOKING DEMONSTRATION
We are partnering with home cook and educator Kisa McKinney to offer the non-profit organization, Grandparents on the Move, a plant-based cooking demonstration and to provide tips to grandparents and other guardians about the nutritional benefits of eating plant-based for the children in their care.
Each attendee will also receive a plant-based item to take home.

Ann Arbor LATE LUNCH Meetup at Detroit Street FIllIng StatIon
2024-04-25 15:00 - 16:30 | Detroit Street Filling Station, 300 Detroit St, Ann Arbor, 48104, United States
Join us for a late lunch and a full menu of amazing plant-based options at Detroit Street Filling Station!
Sign Up Here.
For questions, contact Katie at katie@vegmichigan.org

THE BENEFITS OF PLANT-BASED EATING
2024-04-24
THE BENEFITS OF PLANT-BASED EATING
VegMichigan is offering a presentation on the benefits of plant-based eating as part of the Volunteer Coordinators Network of Southeast Michigan Reciprocal Program. Attendees will have an opportunity to sign up for the 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge and receive a free bag of plant-based food.

Earth Day Festival
2024-04-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Leslie Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd, Ann Arbor, 48105, United States
Come to the Ann Arbor free and family-friendly Earth Day Festival at Leslie Science & Nature Center which brings together organizations from across Ann Arbor & Washtenaw County for one large celebration. Local environmental, non-profit, and government organizations will be there with opportunities to learn about living more sustainably. There will also be live entertainment, crafts, green building and commuting solutions, energy topics, water awareness, recycling topics, and we will have a table to promote the environmental benefits of plant-based living.

Earth Day Fest 2024 – Planet Over PlastIcs
2024-04-20 13:00 - 16:00 | The Amp: Millpond Trail, Brighton, MI 48116, Brighton, michigan, 48116, United States
Celebrate Earth Day at this event hosted by Crossroads Sierra Club! VegMichigan will have a table at the event that includes speakers, music, arts & crafts, plus a host of environmental and conservation groups to learn about! This event is open to the public. Learn more and see map here.

PLANET PARTY AT U-M DIAG
2024-04-20 12:00 - 16:00
PLANET PARTY AT U-M DIAG

The Sierra Club Chapter at U-M is hosting a climate and sustainability educational event with informational tables, games, and giveaways. They will inform attendees about current events related to climate change and sustainable innovations and actions people can take to support a healthy environment.

We will have a table at the event to promote the benefits of plant-based living, sign people up to our 30 day plant-based pledge, and provide plant-based recipes.

Earth Awareness Month DInner and EducatIonal Program
2024-04-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1500 Scio Church Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
Westminster Presbyterian Church is hosting this Earth Awareness event and VegMichigan will sponsor a plant-based meal, provide a presentation titled, “Veggie Vibes: Discover the Benefits of Plant-Based Eating,” which will be followed by a Solar presentation. Attendees who are new to plant-based eating and interested in trying plant-based items that are new to them are invited to sign-up for VegMichigan’s 30 day plant-based pledge and receive a FREE bag of plant-based items. This event is open to the public.

Clawson DInner MEETUP at MoJave CantIna
2024-04-18 18:30 - 20:00 | Mojave Cantina, 48 W 14 Mile Rd, Clawson, michigan, 48017, United States
Did somebody say, “Avocado Tacos?” Join us at Mojave Cantina for Always Fresh Tex-Mex style food in a fun and relaxing environment! Check out the menu online. Items can be made vegan and/or gluten-free. Ask your server about altering a menu item to suit your dietary needs. Have a good time enjoying good food with good company!
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For Questions contact Katie Johnson at katie@vegmichigan.org

LANSING DINNER MEETUP AT VEG HEAD
2024-04-18 18:00 - 19:30
LANSING DINNER MEETUP AT VEG HEAD
For our April Meetup, VegMichigan Lansing is headed to Veg Head! Choose from many scrumptious options on their completely plant-based menu. Yum!!
Please RSVP on our Lansing Meetup page – https://www.meetup.com/vegmichigan-greater-lansing/events/299978406/
Questions or comments about these Meetups? Feel free to contact Katie Johnson at katie@vegmichigan.org.

MADONNA UNIVERSITY'S ALTERNATIVE EATS FAIR
2024-04-18
MADONNA UNIVERSITY’S ALTERNATIVE EATS FAIR

Madonna University’s, MU Sustainability organization is hosting an Alternative Eats fair for students.

They will have information about plant-based eating and VegMichigan will have a table with information and students will have an opportunity to sign-up for our 30 day plant-based pledge.

DETROIT DINNER MEETUP AT DETROIT SHIPPING CO.
2024-04-11 18:00 - 19:30
DETROIT DINNER MEETUP AT DETROIT SHIPPING CO.
Spend your Thursday night with VegMichigan at Detroit Shipping Co.! Sample delicious plant-based options from Bangkok 96 Street Food, Coop Caribbean Fusion, and Momo Cha. Wow!
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!
Please RSVP on our VegMichigan Detroit Meetup group – https://www.meetup.com/vegmichigan-metro-detroit-meetup/events/299489087/
Questions or comments about these Meetups? Feel free to contact Katie Johnson at katie@vegmichigan.org.

MICHIGANDERS FOR A JUST FARMING SYSTEM COALITION MONTHLY MEETING
2024-04-08 18:00 - 19:00
MICHIGANDERS FOR A JUST FARMING SYSTEM COALITION MONTHLY MEETING
Please join us on Monday, April 8, at 6pm for Michiganders for a Just Farming System’s monthly virtual meeting. Our special guest speaker will be Christine Ball-Blakely, who is a senior staff attorney at The Animal Legal Defense Fund. She will speak about California’s biogas industry and discuss lessons we can learn from California’s failures
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.

TRAVERSE CITY MEETUP AT STONE HOUND BREWING CO
2024-04-06 13:00 - 15:00
TRAVERSE CITY MEETUP AT STONE HOUND BREWING CO
Please join us for our April Monthly Meetup at Stone Hound Brewing Co!
Stone Hound features a delicious selection of plant-based wraps, burgers, bowls, and snacks. Whatever your food preference (vegetarian, vegan, omnivore), everyone is welcome.
Food orders are taken at the bar, so arrive when you want. We will be there from 1:00pm.
Check out their menu here: STONE HOUND BREWING CO.
Please RSVP on our Traverse City Meetup page – https://www.meetup.com/traverse-city-vegmichigan-meetup/events/299697988/

PLATE POWER: THE FOOD INDUSTRY'S BIG SECRET REVEALED
2024-04-04 18:00 - 19:00
PLATE POWER: THE FOOD INDUSTRY’S BIG SECRET REVEALED

Citizen’s Climate Lobby U-M chapter is hosting New Roots Institute who will be presenting “How We Can Fight Climate Change and Environmental Injustice With Every Bite.”

VegMichigan is providing plant-based pizza and individuals who are new to plant-based eating can participate in our 30 day plant-based pledge.

To rsvp to the event visit: https://forms.gle/R1vK8Z1XpXSPxjyq9

PLANT-BASED 101: EATING TO IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
2024-04-03 18:30 - 19:30 | John F. Kennedy Jr. Library, 24602 Van Born Rd, Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
PLANT-BASED 101: EATING TO IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
Learn how you can make small changes to your diet that will benefit your health, protect the environment, and improve animal welfare while still enjoying foods you love.
We will share practical tips on how to incorporate more plant-based meals into your lifestyle and you will have the opportunity to sample delicious plant-based appetizers.
John F. Kennedy Jr. Library, 24602 Van Born Rd, Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
Learn more here – https://dhcl.libcal.com/event/11924590
RSVP here – https://forms.gle/5wUQKQ2UUCrXrwsd9

TROY DINNER MEETUP AT LEBANESE GRILL
2024-03-28 18:30 - 20:00
TROY DINNER MEETUP AT LEBANESE GRILL
Whether you’ve been vegan for a while or are just interested in learning more, come join us for a meetup at Lebanese Grill in Troy. Featuring a menu with vegan and gluten-free options you’re sure to find something delicious to enjoy.
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!
Please RSVP on our VegMichigan Detroit Meetup group – https://www.meetup.com/vegmichigan-metro-detroit-meetup/events/299484246/
Questions or comments about these Meetups? Feel free to contact Katie Johnson at katie@vegmichigan.org.

HOW TO HELP FARM ANIMALS AT THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF HURON VALLEY
2024-03-28
PRESENTATION AT THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF HURON VALLEY
We will be giving a talk on “How to Help Farm Animals?” at the Humane Society of Huron Valley.
Plant-based appetizers will be served and attendees will have an opportunity to participate in the 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge.
Please register in advance here

ANN ARBOR DINNER MEETUP AT EVEREST SHERPA
2024-03-27 18:00 - 19:30
ANN ARBOR DINNER MEETUP AT EVEREST SHERPA
Join us at Everest Sherpa and savor some native Nepali, Tibetan, and Indian cooking! From momos to curry to aloo paratha, there are many fresh plant-based options to try.
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!
Please RSVP on our Ann Arbor Meetup page – https://www.meetup.com/vegmichigan-greater-ann-arbor-area/events/299488660/
Questions or comments about these Meetups? Feel free to contact Katie Johnson at katie@vegmichigan.org.

PRESENTATION FOR THE UOFM ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB
2024-03-26
PRESENTATION FOR THE UOFM ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB
We will give a presentation about the environmental benefits of plant-based eating to the Environmental Club at U-M and attendees will have the opportunity to participate in our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge.

EATING TO IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
2024-03-21 18:30 - 19:30 | Romulus Public Library, 11121 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174
EATING TO IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
Learn how you can make small changes to your diet that will benefit your health, protect the environment, and improve animal welfare while still enjoying foods you love. We will share practical tips on how to incorporate more plant-based meals into your life. You will also have the opportunity to sample some delicious plant-based snacks.
Romulus Public Library, 11121 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174

LANSING DINNER MEETUP AT BOBCAT BONNIE'S
2024-03-21 18:00 - 19:30
LANSING DINNER MEETUP AT BOBCAT BONNIE’S
Join VegMichigan for a delicious plant-based dinner at Bobcat Bonnie’s newest location!
Please RSVP on our Lansing Meetup page – https://www.meetup.com/vegmichigan-greater-lansing/events/299362330/
Questions or comments about these Meetups? Feel free to contact Katie Johnson at katie@vegmichigan.org.

PRESENTATION AT THE ANN ARBOR SENIOR CENTER
2024-03-20
PRESENTATION AT THE ANN ARBOR SENIOR CENTER
VegMichigan will give a presentation on the benefits of plant-based eating and provide a light lunch for attendees.

WASHTENAW DEMOCRATIC VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION EVENT
2024-03-17
WASHTENAW DEMOCRATIC VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION EVENT
VegMichigan will give a brief talk about the environmental benefits of plant-based eating and serve plant-based appetizers.

30-DAY PLEDGE WITH GRAND TRAVERSE BAY YMCA
2024-03-15
30-DAY PLEDGE WITH GRAND TRAVERSE BAY YMCA
VegMichigan will give out delicious bags of plant-based food to people at the Grand Traverse Bay YMCA as a part of our 30-Day Pledge program.

EATING TO IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
2024-03-13 18:00 - 19:30 | 840 W Frank St, Caro, MI 48723
EATING TO IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
Industrial agriculture is a growing concern in Michigan causing problems to our health and the environment. We will explore actions we can take to reverse this trend, including small changes to our diet that will benefit our health, protect the planet, and improve animal welfare while still enjoying the foods we love.
In addition, we will share practical tips on how to incorporate more sustainable meals into our diet and you will also have the opportunity to sample a variety of delicious plant-based foods after the presentation.
Presented by Kim Korona. Kim Korona has a M.Ed. from Cambridge College in affiliation with the Institute for Humane Education.
This presentation is in person at the Caro Area District Library.
840 W Frank St, Caro, MI 48723

30-DAY PLEDGE AT OAKLAND UNIVERSITY
2024-03-11
30-DAY PLEDGE AT OAKLAND UNIVERSITY
VegMichigan is giving away bags of delicious plant-based foods to students at Oakland University who signed up for our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge.

2ND ANNUAL CLIMATE TEACH-IN
2024-03-10 13:30 - 17:15
2ND ANNUAL CLIMATE TEACH-IN
VegMichigan is a food sponsor for the 2nd Annual Climate Teach-In at Genesis Ann Arbor.
We will provide plant-based food from El Harrisa. We will also be tabling and signing people up for our 30-day Plant-Based Pledge.
The event is open to the public and includes great speakers including,
United States Congresswoman Debbie Dingell as the keynote speaker, and closing remarks by Missy Stults, Director of Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovation.
Visit this webpage for full details and to register: https://www.a2climateteachin.com/

WICKED KITCHEN GIVEAWAY
2024-03-07 14:00 - 18:00 | 33900 W 8 Mile Road, Suite 175 Farmington Hills, MI 48335
WICKED KITCHEN GIVEAWAY
If you’d like to try some Wicked Kitchen products or have already tried them and would like to get more, please come by the VegMichigan office on Thursday, March 7, anytime from 2pm-6pm.
We are located in the Timber Ridge Office Complex at 33900 W. 8 Mile Rd, Suite 175, in Farmington Hills.
We have Punchin’ Potatoes & Beans Chili Mac, Spicy Smoky Dreamy Mac, Late Night Rice Noodles, Peng Penang Tofu Curry, and a few random items. VegMichigan members can take home 10 items. Non-members reading this can take home 5 items. First come, first served.
Mark your calendar, don’t miss it!
Please contact tom@vegmichigan.org to let us know you are planning on coming, or if you have any questions.

TRAVERSE CITY MONTHLY MEETUP - SOUP-ER BOWL SATURDAY SOUP TASTING
2024-03-02 13:00 - 15:00
TRAVERSE CITY MONTHLY MEETUP – SOUP-ER BOWL SATURDAY SOUP TASTING

Please join us for a soup sampling!
We will be preparing 3 healthy, low cost and easy-to-make vegan soups.
Whatever your food preference (vegetarian, vegan, omnivore), everyone’s welcome!

This event is at Oryana West
3587 Marketplace Cir · Traverse City, MI

Learn more and RSVP on our Traverse City Meetup Group – https://www.meetup.com/traverse-city-vegmichigan-meetup/events/299164726/
