VegMichigan

30-DAY PLANT-BASED PLEDGE FOR U-M ENGINEERING CLASS
2023-11-15 | MI
30-DAY PLANT-BASED PLEDGE FOR U-M ENGINEERING CLASS
We will give a brief talk about the connection between plant-based eating and climate change, our collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor and their efforts to be carbon neutral by 2030, and the benefits of plant-based eating. Then, students who signed up to participate in the 30-day plant-based pledge will receive their FREE bag of plant-based items.

PLANT-FUTURES PANEL
2023-11-15 | MI
PLANT-FUTURES PANEL
We have been invited by Plant Futures Initiative (PFI) at the University of Michigan to speak on a panel focused on food sustainability to share our experiences with undergraduate students who are interested in being involved in the field of food sustainability themselves.

ANN ARBOR DINNER CLUB MEETUP AT HOPCAT
2023-11-16 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | MI
ANN ARBOR DINNER CLUB MEETUP AT HOPCAT
Join us for our monthly Ann Arbor Dinner Club Meetup!
This meetup will be at HopCat in Ann Arbor – 311 Maynard St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Check out their menu here – https://www.hopcat.com/ann-arbor/food
Please RSVP on the VegMichigan Ann Arbor Meetup page – https://www.meetup.com/vegmichigan-greater-ann-arbor-area/events/297054451/?isFirstPublish=true
See you soon!

SUSTAINABLE FOOD COALITION
2023-11-20 | MI
SUSTAINABLE FOOD COALITION
VegMichigan will provide a short presentation for Ann Arbor’s Sustainable Food Coalition’s meeting, discussing the impact that food has on the climate.
This event has been rescheduled. It was originally scheduled for November 3rd.

U OF M PLANT-BASED TAILGATE
2023-11-25 | MI
U OF M PLANT-BASED TAILGATE
VegMichigan will be serving free plant-based food samples to UM football fans from local restaurants so that people can see how delicious plant-based food is and become more aware of the plant-based options in the area.

PLANT-BASED PLEDGE & PRESENTATION FOR HSHV
2023-11-30 | MI
PLANT-BASED PLEDGE & PRESENTATION FOR HSHV
VegMichigan is providing a short presentation about our free 30-day plant-based pledge program, discussing all the benefits of plant-based eating, the connection to our partnership with the city of Ann Arbor and its A2Zero initiative, and letting participants know that we are here to support them on their plant-based journey. Participants will also receive their free bag of plant-based food items.
This event is at the Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV)

BOOK CLUB DISCUSSION: A PATH TOWARDS JUSTICE (VIDEO)
2023-11-30 18:30 - 20:00 | MI
BOOK CLUB DISCUSSION: A PATH TOWARDS JUSTICE (VIDEO)
We are changing things up a bit this time–rather than discussing a book, we will talk about a video: “A Path Towards Food Justice (with lauren Ornelas from Food Empowerment Project).” lauren is the founding director of Food Empowerment Project, a vegan food justice organization. She discusses the organization’s core work of promoting ethical veganism, championing the rights of farm workers, highlighting the lack of access to healthy foods in Black and Brown communities, and raising awareness about the worst forms of slavery, including child labor, in the chocolate industry. This video ties in well with the book we read last time, The American Way of Eating, which focused on workers in the American food system.
Please watch the video here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xr8WVcN9AEo&t=1668s before our discussion!
Please register here – https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcof-GppjwoHtWSER-FRCE7Vcu3L-j0F0xU

KINDLEFEST
2023-12-01 17:00 - 22:00 | MI
KINDLEFEST
VegMichigan will be handing out samples of local plant-based foods to attendees, and sharing information on the connection between diet and carbon emissions.

TRAVERSE CITY MEETUP AND HOLIDAY COOKIE EXCHANGE
2023-12-02 13:00 - 15:00 | 3587 Marketplace Cir · Traverse City, MI
TRAVERSE CITY MEETUP AND HOLIDAY COOKIE EXCHANGE
Please join us to meet new friends and enjoy the season with a vegan holiday cookie exchange! To be part of the fun, here is all that you need to do:

Prepare 2 dozen of your favorite vegan cookies.
Print out copies of the recipe to share.
RSVP in the comment section on the Meetup event with the type of cookies you’re bringing (so we don’t have duplicates).
If you have a baking mishap or don’t have time to bake, please bring 2 dozen of your favorite, ready- made vegan cookies.
Bring a large container to carry your cookies.
Have fun, meet new friends, and enjoy delicious cookies!
In addition to delicious cookies for all ages, we will also have a holiday themed craft for kids to make to decorate your home.

We hope to see you there!
Please RSVP in our VegMichigan Traverse City Meetup group – https://www.meetup.com/traverse-city-vegmichigan-meetup/events/297283272/
Here are some great recipes to consider:
27 Easy Vegan Cookie Recipes – Minimalist Baker

MADONNA UNIVERSITY 30-DAY PLEDGE BAG DISTRIBUTION
2023-12-06 | MI
MADONNA UNIVERSITY 30-DAY PLEDGE BAG DISTRIBUTION
VegMichigan is distributing bags of plant-based food to students who are taking an animal ethics class at Madonna University and who have signed up to participate in our 30-Day Plant-Based pledge program.

ANN ARBOR LIBRARY PLEDGE & PRESENTATION (TRAVERWOOD BRANCH)
2023-12-08 18:30 - 19:00 | MI
ANN ARBOR LIBRARY PLEDGE & PRESENTATION (TRAVERWOOD BRANCH)
Individuals who signed up for our 30-Day Plant-Based pledge program, will attend a short introduction presentation about the program and learn about the benefits of plant-based eating. Then, we will give them free bags of plant-based items to support them in adding more plant-based meals to their daily routines.
This event is open to anyone new to plant-based eating. If you are new to plant-based eating and you want to participate in the 30-Day Plant-Based pledge program and attend the presentation please email Kim@VegMichigan.org.

HOLIDAY BRUNCH AT CHIVE (MUST PAY TO RESERVE SPOT)
2023-12-10 | MI
HOLIDAY BRUNCH AT CHIVE
Join us on Sunday, December 10, for a plant-based holiday-themed brunch at Chive in Downtown Farmington! Head Chef and Owner Suzy Silvestre will serve everything fresh and made from scratch in Chive’s kitchen. This event will have two seatings, 11am and 2pm, and each seating is limited to 30 people, so don’t miss out!
Menu:
Cheddar Grits, Creole Sausage Scramble, Biscuit, Creole Sauce
Nog Warmed Bread Pudding, Rum Caramel, Cinnamon, Cream
Coffee, beverages, cocktails, mimosas, and beer will be available for purchase separately.
Brunch is $30/person for current members and $35/person for non-members. This includes the cost of the meal and gratuity.
MUST PAY IN ADVANCE TO RESERVE SEAT – https://vegmichigan.square.site/product/holiday-brunch-at-chive/105?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=18
If you are a current member, you should have received a discount code via email to apply at checkout for the $5 per seat discount. If you believe you are a current member and have not received the discount code, please contact noelle@vegmichigan.org.

MONTHLY DINNER CLUB MEETUP AT MISS KIM IN ANN ARBOR
2023-12-13 18:00 - 19:30 | MI
MONTHLY DINNER CLUB MEETUP AT MISS KIM IN ANN ARBOR
Join us for our monthly Ann Arbor Dinner Club Meetup!
Miss Kim’s has many plant-based options to choose from–all very tasty!
Miss Kim, 415 N 5th Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Check out their menu here – https://misskimannarbor.com
Please keep your RSVP up to date on our Ann Arbor Meetup page – https://www.meetup.com/vegmichigan-greater-ann-arbor-area/events/297382247/
See you there!

PLANT-BASED PLEDGE & PRESENTATION FOR HSHV
2023-12-14 18:00 - 18:30 | 3100 Cherry Hill Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
PLANT-BASED PLEDGE & PRESENTATION FOR HSHV
VegMichigan is providing a short presentation about our free 30-day plant-based pledge program, discussing all the benefits of plant-based eating, the connection to our partnership with the city of Ann Arbor and its A2Zero initiative, and letting participants know that we are here to support them on their plant-based journey. Participants will also receive their free bag of plant-based food items.
This event is at the Humane Society of Huron Valley (HSHV)
Please reach out to Kim at kim@vegmichigan.org if you are interested in attending this event.

YOUNG DEMS WASHTENAW HOLIDAY PARTY
2023-12-17 | MI
YOUNG DEMS WASHTENAW HOLIDAY PARTY
VegMichigan will be providing hors d’oeuvres and holiday sweets for the Young Dems Washtenaw Holiday Party.

30-DAY PLEDGE WITH NATIVE FOOD FOR LIFE
2023-12-19 | MI
30-DAY PLEDGE WITH NATIVE FOOD FOR LIFE
VegMichigan will be giving out bags of free plant-based foods to people signed up for our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge program.

WICKED KITCHEN GIVEAWAY
2023-12-19 14:00 - 18:00, 2023-12-20 14:00 - 18:00, 2023-12-21 14:00 - 18:00 | MI
WICKED KITCHEN GIVEAWAY
VegMichigan has partnered with Wicked Kitchen for a huge food giveaway. As a VegMichigan supporter, you are eligible for this amazing giveaway!

You can pick any 5 items from a huge selection of Wicked Kitchen products. As an added bonus, if you are a current VegMichigan paid member, you can take home 3 additional items. Items include frozen pizza, burrito bowls, noodle cups, mac & cheese, and much more! This is a great opportunity to try Wicked Kitchen’s products.

You can pick up your items while supplies last between Monday, December 18, and Thursday, December 21, from 2 pm until 6 pm each day, at our office. 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.

VegMichigan
33900 W 8 Mile Road, Suite 175
Farmington Hills, MI 48335

WICKED KITCHEN GIVEAWAY
2024-01-05 14:00 - 18:00 | 33900 W 8 Mile Road, Suite 175 Farmington Hills, MI 48335
WICKED KITCHEN GIVEAWAY
VegMichigan has partnered with Wicked Kitchen for a huge food giveaway. Everyone is welcome to come to the office and can pick any 5 items from a huge selection of Wicked Kitchen products. As an added bonus, if you are a current VegMichigan paid member, you can take home 3 additional items. Items include frozen pizza, burrito bowls, noodle cups, mac & cheese, and much more! This is a great opportunity to try Wicked Kitchen’s products.
You can pick up your items on Friday January 5, or Thursday, January 11, from 2pm until 6pm each day at our office.

VegMichigan
33900 W 8 Mile Road, Suite 175
Farmington Hills, MI 48335

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.

NEW YEAR MEETUP AT STONE HOUND BREWING CO IN TRAVERSE CITY
2024-01-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Stone Hound Brewing Company, 3593 Bunker Hill Rd,, Williamsburg, MI, 49690, United States
NEW YEAR MEETUP AT STONE HOUND BREWING CO IN TRAVERSE CITY
Let’s celebrate the New Year at Stonehound with a 100% plant-based menu! Wraps, burgers, bowls and snacks.
Whatever your food preference (vegetarian, vegan, omnivore), everyone’s welcome!
Food orders are taken at the bar, so arrive whenever you want.
We’ll be there from 1:00 pm.
Check out the menu STONE HOUND BREWING CO.

ANN ARBOR LIBRARY PLEDGE & PRESENTATION (DOWNTOWN BRANCH)
2024-01-14 12:30 - 13:00 | 343 S 5th Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
ANN ARBOR LIBRARY PLEDGE & PRESENTATION (DOWNTOWN BRANCH)
Are you interested in eating more plant-based foods? Attend a brief talk about how eating more plant-based is climate-friendly, beneficial to animals, and can improve your health.

Sign up for our 30-day pledge to eat more plant-based meals and receive a free bag of delicious, popular plant-based items.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED – Sign up HERE

EMBRACING A PLANT-BASED LIFESTYLE
2024-01-16 18:30 - 20:00 | 40900 Romeo Plank Rd · Clinton Twp, MI
EMBRACING A PLANT-BASED LIFESTYLE
Join us for an in-person presentation by Marc and Kim Ramirez. Hosted in partnership with the Clinton Macomb Public Library.
Marc Ramirez, a former University of Michigan football player and co-founder of the nonprofit Chickpea and Bean, will discuss how he lost 50 pounds and reversed Type 2 diabetes and other illnesses with the power of plants. His wife Kim, co-founder of Chickpea and Bean, will share tips and tricks about what to shop for and how to prepare food while transitioning to a plant-based lifestyle. Marc has a wonderful story to share and will inspire you to make positive changes in your own life.
This event is in person at the Clinton Macomb Public Library Main Branch (40900 Romeo Plank, Clinton Twp., MI 48038)

WASHTENAW COMMUNITY COLLEGE WINTER WELCOME DAY
2024-01-17 11:00 - 13:00 | MI
WASHTENAW COMMUNITY COLLEGE WINTER WELCOME DAY
VegMichigan will be sharing information with students on the connection between diet and our carbon footprint, and we’ll be handing out pledge bags with free climate-friendly foods for those who want to incorporate more plant-based eating into their routines.

EATING TO IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH AND PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
2024-01-18 18:30 - 20:00 | 1200 Canton Ctr Rd · Canton, MI
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 pizza and salad from Toarmina’s in Canton.
Presented by Katie Johnson and Kim Korona. Katie Johnson holds a M.S. in Humane Leadership from Humane Society University and Kim Korona has a M.Ed. from Cambridge College in affiliation with the Institute for Humane Education.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED – Register here – https://cantonpl.bibliocommons.com/events/657880afb6d9893800835d53

FAITH AND FOOD PANEL WITH 3 GENESIS COALITION CONGREGATIONS
2024-01-21 | MI
FAITH AND FOOD PANEL WITH 3 GENESIS COALITION CONGREGATIONS
The Faith-Based Coalition is organizing a panel on faith and food given by a Revered, a Pastor, and a Rabbi, which will be followed by a kick-off to the 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge program.
We will give a short talk about the pledge, our collaboration with the city of Ann Arbor, and how adding more plant-based foods to our diets is climate-friendly.

DINNER MEETUP AT JOLLY PUMPKIN IN ANN ARBOR
2024-01-23 18:00 - 19:30 | MI
DINNER MEETUP AT JOLLY PUMPKIN IN ANN ARBOR
Join us for our first Ann Arbor Meetup of 2024! Anyone interested in plant-based eating is welcome to attend for delicious food and great company.

ANN ARBOR LIBRARY PLEDGE & PRESENTATION (WESTGATE BRANCH)
2024-01-29 18:30 - 19:00 | 2503 Jackson Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
ANN ARBOR LIBRARY PLEDGE & PRESENTATION (WESTGATE BRANCH)
Are you interested in eating more plant-based foods? Attend a brief talk about how eating more plant-based is climate-friendly, beneficial to animals, and can improve your health.

Sign up for our 30-day pledge to eat more plant-based meals and receive a free bag of delicious, popular plant-based items.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED – Sign up HERE

TRAVERSE CITY MONTHLY MEETUP - TACO TIME!
2024-02-03 13:00 - 15:00 | MI
TRAVERSE CITY MONTHLY MEETUP – TACO TIME!
Want a custom-designed vegan taco? At Barrio, YOU get to select from delicious protein options such as chili or BBQ tofu, pan-seared portobellos or beer-braised black beans topped off with all your favorite fixings!
Tacos are ordered and prepared individually so come when you want, open a tab, and order as many as you want!
VegMichigan – Traverse City (TC) is your source for all things plant-based in TC. Whether you’re fully plant-based, vegetarian, veg-curious, or looking to support veg friends and family, all are welcome to join this group and attend our events. Hope to see you soon!
Learn more and RSVP on the Traverse City VegMichigan Meetup – https://www.meetup.com/traverse-city-vegmichigan-meetup/events/298469166/

OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH ANIMALS - TALK AT MADONNA UNIVERSITY
2024-02-07 | MI
OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH ANIMALS – TALK AT MADONNA UNIVERSITY

We are teaching an educational program to an animal ethics class at Madonna University. We will foster empathy and compassion for animals and invite students to think critically about the human-animal relationship, and to specifically question the use of animals as food.

Students in the class will be given the opportunity to participate in our 30-day plant-based pledge program.
