VegMichigan

THE SMELL OF MONEY FILM SCREENING (FREE APPETIZERS)
2024-09-04 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | 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

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.

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

MICHIGANDERS FOR A JUST FARMING SYSTEM COALITION MONTHLY MEETING
2024-09-09 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-10-14 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.

ANN ARBOR FARMERS MARKET
2024-09-11 07:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-09 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

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

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.

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/

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 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

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.

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.

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.

ANN ARBOR LOCAL FOOD FESTIVAL
2024-09-26 17:00 - 20:00 | 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

MSU TAILGATE
2024-09-28 | Michigan State University, MI, United States
MSU TAILGATE

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.

LET'S BEAT BREAST CANCER RALLY! (TRAVERSE CITY)
2024-09-29 12:00 - 14:00 | 700 Cottageview Drive · Traverse City, MI
LET’S BEAT BREAST CANCER RALLY! (TRAVERSE CITY)
VegMichigan is partnering with the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine to raise awareness about the four lifestyle steps that can reduce the risk of breast cancer and the risk of recurrence.
The four steps are:

Eat plant-based foods
Exercise regularly
Limit alcohol
Aim for an ideal weight

Join us to learn from local experts, community advocates and breast cancer survivors at this special gathering in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Learn more on our Traverse City Meetup group – https://www.meetup.com/traverse-city-vegmichigan-meetup/events/303621190/?eventOrigin=group_upcoming_events

"JUST ASK" FOUNDATION 4TH ANNUAL HEALTH & FUN FAIR
2024-10-03 10:00 - 14:00 | Eastern Market Shed #5, 2934 Russell St, Detroit MI 48207
“JUST ASK” FOUNDATION 4TH ANNUAL HEALTH & FUN FAIR

VegMichigan will be sharing information about the benefits of plant-based eating, and offering free plant-based food samples to attendees.

TABLING AT MOONSTER MASH AT BARN
2024-10-06 12:00 - 16:00 | MI
TABLING AT MOONSTER MASH AT BARN

Enjoy delicious plant-based foods from local foods trucks, yummy donuts, and delicious cider. Kids can trick-or-treat at various stations, take part in arts and crafts, get their faces painted, and win prizes while learning all about the residents here at Barn! Plus, get a prize just by coming in costume!

Get your tickets HERE

MEALS ON WHEELS FREE PLANT-BASED FOOD GIVEAWAY
2024-10-07 | MI
Meals on Wheels Free Plant-Based Food Giveaway

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.

CITIZENS FOR PEACE VIRTUAL PRESENTATION: PLANT-FORWARD FOR OUR HEALTH AND SUSTAINABILITY
2024-10-08 19:00 - 20:30 | MI
CITIZENS FOR PEACE VIRTUAL PRESENTATION: PLANT-FORWARD FOR OUR HEALTH AND SUSTAINABILITY

We will discuss the connection between inner peace and our food choices.

Additionally, we will discuss how our industrial animal agriculture system is causing harm to workers, animals, communities, and the environment on a global scale, as well as the devastation that factory farms are having on local Michigan communities.

We will share actions we can take to prevent the proliferation of factory farms in our state and why it is critical for the health and well-being of people and Michigan’s waterways, and to mitigate climate change.

Free and open to the public

For more details and to access the virtual meeting link visit http://www.citizens4peace.com/

ISLAND CITY ASSISTED LIVING
2024-10-10 | Island City Assisted Living
Residents and staff will enjoy a plant-based chlli lunch and learn about how they can make small changes to eat more healthy and sustainable.

PLANT-BASED TASTING AND PRESENTATION AT THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF THE INCARNATION
2024-10-13 | MI
PLANT-BASED TASTING AND PRESENTATION AT THE EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF THE INCARNATION

We will provide a presentation about the benefits of plant-based eating for people, animals, and the environment, we will provide a plant-based tasting, and participants will have the opportunity to sign-up for the 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge.

Youth Climate Action Now (YCAN) Meeting
2024-10-15 | MI
We are leading a workshop to discuss how eating more plant-based can lower our carbon footprint for YCAN, a high school group in Ann Arbor working to mitigate climate change. YCAN members will also be invited to participate in our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge.

MADONNA UNIVERSITY: ANIMAL ETHICS CLASS
2024-10-16 | MI
MADONNA UNIVERSITY: ANIMAL ETHICS CLASS

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.

ANN ARBOR MEETUP AT JERUSALEM GARDEN
2024-10-16 15:00 - 16:30 | Jerusalem Garden, 314 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
ANN ARBOR MEETUP AT JERUSALEM GARDEN
Hang out with VegMichigan for a late lunch at Jerusalem Garden! This Middle Eastern eatery has a variety of delicious vegan options clearly marked on the menu. Yum!
Please RSVP here.

SOUTHFIELD MEETUP AT BIGALORA
2024-10-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Bigalora, 29110 Franklin Rd, Southfield, MI 48034
SOUTHFIELD MEETUP AT BIGALORA
Spend your Friday night with VegMichigan at Bigalora in Southfield! Check out their vegan-friendly menu with delicious pizzas, pasta, salads, and appetizers.
Please RSVP here.

MSU Tailgate
2024-10-19 | MI
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.

FIRST UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION PRESENTATION, FOOD SAMPLING, & PLEDGE
2024-10-20 | MI
FIRST UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION PRESENTATION, FOOD SAMPLING, & PLEDGE

We will be giving a presentation on climate change and our food choices to the congregation, offering plant-based food samples, and signing up participants for our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge.
