VegMichigan

ALPENA- JIMMY CHENS MEETUP
2026-04-11 16:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Jimmy Chens 1283 M-32 Alpena, MI, 1283 M-32, Alpena, MI, 49707, United States
Join us for a fun evening at Jimmy Chens, which offers some delicious vegan and gluten free options, such as their sushi and rice noodle dishes.
Everyone is welcome at VegMichigan Meetups, but we do ask that you enjoy a vegan meal while attending our events. Attendees are responsible for the purchase of their own meal. We hope you are able to join us!
RSVP here to save your spot!
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About VegMichigan
VegMichigan is a nonprofit organization that promotes plant-based eating for health, animals, and the planet. These monthly dinner club Meetups have been a fun way to build community, support those who are new to plant-based eating, and promote restaurants who have delicious plant-based options.
VegMichigan offers resources for folks who are interested in eating more plant-based, including nutrition and cooking videos and a 30-day pledge program complete with free samples of popular plant-based foods. To learn more, please visit our website at vegmichigan.org.
Questions or comments about these Meetups? Feel free to contact shawna at shawna@vegmichigan.org

PLANT-BASED EATING - HEALTHY YOU, HEALTHY PLANET! (Registration required)
2026-04-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Grand Ledge Area District Library, 131 E Jefferson St, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Learn about the health and environmental benefits of eating more plant-based meals with us at the Grand Ledge Library. This presentation from Kim Korona, M.Ed of VegMichigan will provide tips and resources for incorporating more plant-based food into your life to support your health– and the planet’s health too!
Adults and older teens, Registration Required. Registration opens on March 24th. Register HERE.

ANN ARBOR- DINNER MEETUP AT SEVA
2026-04-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Seva, Westgate Shopping Center, 2541 Jackson Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Come join us for a delicious dinner at Seva! Seva has been serving the community since 1973. Their vegetarian menu has many fully vegan options for us to choose from!
Note: Seva does not take reservations, but we are going on a typically slower night. Thanks in advance for your patience and understanding. 🙂
VegMichigan welcomes everyone to our programs, but we do ask that you enjoy a vegan meal at the Meetup.
RSVP on Meetup to attend.

About VegMichigan
VegMichigan is a nonprofit organization that promotes plant-based eating for health, animals, and the planet. These monthly Meetups have been a fun way to build community, support those who are new to plant-based eating, and promote restaurants who have delicious plant-based options.
VegMichigan offers resources for folks who are interested in eating more plant-based, including nutrition and cooking videos and a 30-day pledge program complete with free samples of popular plant-based foods. To learn more, please visit our website at vegmichigan.org.

Collaboration with A2ZERO
This A2ZERO program is hosted by VegMichigan in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations. A2ZERO is the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just and equitable transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030. By participating, you are joining a community of climate-friendly food champions! Learn about the connections between food choices and climate, and more ways you can get involved, by visiting our website.
Click here to learn more about A2ZERO, and many other opportunities to get involved with sustainability in Ann Arbor!
The City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations wants to know who they are reaching and the impact on the community so they are inviting you to complete this optional demographic survey. Thank you for your consideration.

Questions or comments about these Meetups? Feel free to contact Megan Jalynski at megan@vegmichigan.org

HUMANE SOCIETY OF HURON VALLEY 30-DAY PLANT-BASED PLEDGE
2026-04-16
We will be at the HSHV inviting people to participate in our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge and spreading awareness about the connection between our food choices and mitigating climate change.
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This A2ZERO program is hosted by VegMichigan in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations. A2ZERO is the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just and equitable transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030. By participating, you are joining a community of climate-friendly food champions! Learn about the connections between food choices and climate, and more ways you can get involved, by visiting our website.

Click here to learn more about A2ZERO, and many other opportunities to get involved with sustainability in Ann Arbor!

DETROIT- DINNER MEETUP AT STREET BEET
2026-04-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Street Beet 1800 Michigan Ave. Detroit, MI, 1800 Michigan Ave., Detroit, MI, 48216, United States
Join us for a fun evening at Street Beet! Street Beet offers 100% plant-based versions of nostalgic comfort foods like milkshakes, burgers, crunchwraps, coney dogs, chili cheese fries and more.
Everyone is welcome at VegMichigan Meetups. Attendees are responsible for the purchase of their own meal. We hope you are able to join us!
RSVP here to save your spot!
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About VegMichigan
VegMichigan is a nonprofit organization that promotes plant-based eating for health, animals, and the planet. These monthly dinner club Meetups have been a fun way to build community, support those who are new to plant-based eating, and promote restaurants who have delicious plant-based options.
VegMichigan offers resources for folks who are interested in eating more plant-based, including nutrition and cooking videos and a 30-day pledge program complete with free samples of popular plant-based

ANN ARBOR EARTH DAY FESTIVAL
2026-04-19 12:00 - 16:30 | Leslie Science and Nature Center, 1831 Traver Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Join us at the Ann Arbor Earth Day festival at the Leslie Science and Nature Center! VegMichigan will have a table at the event and we will be offering free plant-based food samples as well as inviting people who are new to plant-based eating to participate in our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge. Come out to support the event and visit the VegMichigan table.
This is a free, family-friendly event. Everyone is welcome.
See the event listing for more information.
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VegMichigan is providing an A2ZERO program at this event in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations. A2ZERO is the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just and equitable transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030. By participating, you are joining a community of climate-friendly food champions! Learn about the connections between food choices and climate, and more ways you can get involved, by visiting our website.
Click here to learn more about A2ZERO, and many other opportunities to get involved with sustainability in Ann Arbor!

PLEDGE BAG DROP OFF FOR MADONNA UNIVERSITY ANIMAL ETHICS CLASS
2026-04-22
PLEDGE BAG DROP OFF FOR MADONNA UNIVERSITY ANIMAL ETHICS CLASS
VegMichigan is dropping off pledge bags to students in Madonna University’s Animal Ethics class.

ANN ARBOR SOCIAL CLUB
2026-04-23
VegMichigan will be providing a presentation about the climate benefits of plant-based eating for the members of the Ann Arbor Social Club. We will provide a light plant-based tasting and attendees will be invited to participate in our 30-day Plant-Based Pledge.
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This A2ZERO program is hosted by VegMichigan in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations. A2ZERO is the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just and equitable transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030. By participating, you are joining a community of climate-friendly food champions! Learn about the connections between food choices and climate, and more ways you can get involved, by visiting our website.

Click here to learn more about A2ZERO, and many other opportunities to get involved with sustainability in Ann Arbor!

ANN ARBOR CLIMATE TEACH-IN
2026-04-25 13:00 - 17:00 | Mitchell Elementary School 3550 Pittsview Drive, Ann Arbor MI 48108, 3550 Pittsview Drive, Ann Arbor, MI, 48108, United States
We will be speaking on a panel titled, Everybody Eats: Food Choices for a Climate-Resilient Ann Arbor, and our portion will focus on the climate benefits of plant-based eating and the ways the community can become resilient when individuals, organizations, and businesses adopt plant-based friendly practices.

We will be presenting during the second breakout session from 3:25pm – 4:10pm

To learn more about the Climate Teach-In visit: https://www.a2gov.org/sustainability-innovations-home/newsletter-events/a2-climate-teach-in/

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VegMichigan is providing an A2ZERO program at this event in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations. A2ZERO is the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just and equitable transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030. By participating, you are joining a community of climate-friendly food champions! Learn about the connections between food choices and climate, and more ways you can get involved, by visiting our website.

Click here to learn more about A2ZERO, and many other opportunities to get involved with sustainability in Ann Arbor!

2026 SUSTAINABILITY FORUM: A2ZERO COMMUNITY COOKBOOK
2026-04-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Downtown Ann Arbor Library, 4th Floor Program Room, 343 South Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor, MI 48104, 343 South Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
Join Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations and members of the local food community for the 4th session of the 2026 Sustainability Forums to celebrate the recent release of the A2ZERO Community Cookbook! Hear from City staff, local food leaders, and contributors of the cookbook about how building community through food makes Ann Arbor a more sustainable and resilient City.

VegMichigan and Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations will talk about food and sustainability, and Tantre Farms will provide a mini cooking demo highlighting their recipe from the cookbook.

For more details visit: https://aadl.org/node/662451

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VegMichigan is providing an A2ZERO program at this event in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations. A2ZERO is the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just and equitable transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030. By participating, you are joining a community of climate-friendly food champions! Learn about the connections between food choices and climate, and more ways you can get involved, by visiting our website.

Click here to learn more about A2ZERO, and many other opportunities to get involved with sustainability in Ann Arbor!

HUMANE SOCIETY OF HURON VALLEY 30-DAY PLANT-BASED PLEDGE
2026-04-30
We had a almost 100 people participate in the 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge program at the Humane Society of Huron Valley last week. However there were a lot of people who could not make so we are going back to give people another opportunity to pick-up their FREE bag of plant-based food and try adding more plant-based meals into their life for a month.
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his A2ZERO program is hosted by VegMichigan in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations. A2ZERO is the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just and equitable transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030. By participating, you are joining a community of climate-friendly food champions! Learn about the connections between food choices and climate, and more ways you can get involved, by visiting our website.

Click here to learn more about A2ZERO, and many other opportunities to get involved with sustainability in Ann Arbor!

SIERRA CLUB CROSSROADS GROUP EARTH DAY FESTIVAL
2026-05-02 11:00 - 14:00
We will be tabling at the Sierra Club Crossroads Earth Day Festival at the Amp (Ampitheater outdoor space near Mill Pond) on Millpond Trail in Brighton. We will be providing literature on the environmental benefits of plant-based eating. Come by to say hello and enjoy the entire event.
For full details about the event visit the Sierra Club Crossroads Meetup event page here.

DETROIT PUBLIC LIBRARY LINCOLN BRANCH PRESENTATION AND LIGHT TASTING
2026-05-04 17:30 - 19:00 | Detroit Public Library (Lincoln Branch), 1221 Seven Mile E, Detroit, MI 48203, 1221 Seven Mile E, Detroit, Michigan, 48203
Curious about plant-based eating? Wondering why so many people are eating more plant-based? Not sure how to get started?
Join us for our FREE presentation, Plant-Based Eating: The What, The How, and the Why. We will discuss the health, ethical, and environmental benefits of plant-based eating, and share tips and resources for getting started.
Light FREE plant-based bites will be provided.
Everyone is welcome!
Please RSVP here to attend.

ANN ARBOR FARMER'S MARKET
2026-05-06 07:00 - 15:00 | Ann Arbor Farmers Market, 315 Detroit St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
VegMichigan will have a table at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market! We will be sharing information about the connection between our food choices and the climate as well as offering free food samples and inviting attendees to participate in our 30-day plant-based pledge.
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Collaboration with A2ZERO
This A2ZERO program is hosted by VegMichigan in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations. A2ZERO is the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just and equitable transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030. By participating, you are joining a community of climate-friendly food champions! Learn about the connections between food choices and climate, and more ways you can get involved, by visiting our website.
Click here to learn more about A2ZERO, and many other opportunities to get involved with sustainability in Ann Arbor!

ANN ARBOR BIKE TO WHEREVER DAY FOOD SAMPLING
2026-05-08 07:00 - 10:00 | Fuller Park Pathway
Celebrate Bike to Wherever Day, organized by Walk Bike Washtenaw, the City of Ann Arbor, GetDowntown, and businesses across the community. A network of pop-up commuter stations, hosted by local businesses and organizations, will be out to support you along the way with free food, drinks, games, and more.
We will be at the Fuller Park Pathway station with the Office of Sustainability and Innovations providing delicious breakfast samples and information about plant-based eating and climate mitigation to passersby.
For full details visit: https://www.a2gov.org/engineering/transportation/2026-bike-to-wherever-day/
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VegMichigan is providing an A2ZERO program at this event in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations. A2ZERO is the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just and equitable transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030. By participating, you are joining a community of climate-friendly food champions! Learn about the connections between food choices and climate, and more ways you can get involved, by visiting our website.
Click here to learn more about A2ZERO, and many other opportunities to get involved with sustainability in Ann Arbor!

FREEMAN ENVIRONMENTAL YOUTH COUNCIL SPRING FESTIVAL
2026-05-09 13:00 - 15:30 | Freeman Environmental Education Center, 3540 Dixboro Lane, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Come out to the Freeman Environmental Education Center for an afternoon of fun and educational activities – trivia, arts & crafts, native plants, presentations, stewardship activities, food, and more! We will be there along with other community partners including the City of Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations, Ecology Center, Homeland Solar, Leslie Science and Nature Center, and Seeds to Community. They will have both indoor and outdoor activities, so please dress for the weather. Long pants and sleeves recommended for the outdoor stewardship activities. Elementary and middle school students should be accompanied by a parent/guardian. This event is being planned and facilitated by the Freeman Environmental Youth Council.

We will be inviting people to participate in the 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge and providing a short presentation.

Learn more and RSVP at www.a2schools.org/ee

Please contact Youth Council liaison and AAPS EE Program lead teacher Coert Ambrosino with questions! ambrosinoc@aaps.k12.mi.us

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP WEBINAR - MADONNA UNIVERSITY
2026-05-13 19:00 - 20:00
This conversation will examine our moral responsibility toward humans and non-human animals and the ethical implications of modern factory farming. As we reflect on the interconnectedness of environmental, social and economic systems, we are invited to consider how our choices impact the earth, the dignity of all living beings and the future of our global community.
For full details on the webinar and the panelists visit: https://www.felician.org/event/environmental-stewardship-webinar-2026/
This event is free and open to the public. Register here to attend.
Environmental Stewardship Webinar

ANN ARBOR - EL HARRISSA MEETUP
2026-05-14 18:00 - 19:30 | 1516 North Maple Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, 516 North Maple Rd, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, United States
Join us at El Harissa and enjoy healthy and delicious food inspired by the cuisines of Tunisia, Morocco, Italy, Greece, the Levant, and beyond.
VegMichigan welcomes everyone to our programs, and, we do ask that you enjoy a vegan meal to support the focus for the Meetup.
***Please RSVP here to attend – and remove yourself if plans change and you cannot make it as we usually have a waitlist. ***
Also, please note that everyone is responsible for the purchase of their own meal. And, consider bringing your own take-home containers for leftovers to conserve resources.
VegMichigan is a nonprofit organization dedicated to introducing Michiganders to plant-based eating through positive experiences and great-tasting food with triple benefits for our planet, personal health, and animal well-being. These monthly Meetups have been a fun way to build community, support those who are new to plant-based eating, and promote restaurants who have delicious plant-based options. VegMichigan offers resources for folks who are interested in eating more plant-based, including nutrition and cooking videos and a 30-day pledge program complete with free samples of popular plant-based foods. To learn more, please visit our website at vegmichigan.org.
This A2ZERO program is hosted by VegMichigan in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations. A2ZERO is the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just and equitable transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030. By participating, you are joining a community of climate-friendly food champions! Learn about the connections between food choices and climate, and more ways you can get involved, by visiting our website.
Click here to learn more about A2ZERO, and many other opportunities to get involved with sustainability in Ann Arbor!
The City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations wants to know who they are reaching and the impact on the community so they are inviting you to complete this optional demographic survey. Thank you for your consideration.

WALK AND WAG
2026-05-16 | Rolling Hills Park: 7660 Stony Creek Rd, Ypsilanti MI 48197, 7660 Stony Creek Rd, Ypsilanti, MI, 48197, United States
VegMichigan will be tabling at the Walk and Wag event hosted by the Humane Society of Huron Valley! We will be providing education on the link between our food choices and the climate, giving out free plan-based food samples, and inviting attendees to participate in our 30-day plant-based pledge.
Find more details about HSHV’s Walk and Wag and sign-up to participate here.
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VegMichigan is providing an A2ZERO program at this event in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations. A2ZERO is the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just and equitable transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030. By participating, you are joining a community of climate-friendly food champions! Learn about the connections between food choices and climate, and more ways you can get involved, by visiting our website.
Click here to learn more about A2ZERO, and many other opportunities to get involved with sustainability in Ann Arbor!

WASHTENAW FOOD HUB SPRING FLING
2026-05-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Washtenaw Food Hub, 4175 Whitmore Lake, Ann Arbor, MI
This family-friendly celebration of spring will be full of community, agriculture education, and local flavor. Enjoy live acoustic music from talented local musicians, browse artisan products, and savor delicious local food. Guests of all ages can take part in nature-based crafts and hands-on educational activities that highlight the importance of local agriculture and environmental stewardship. Connect with community members and mission-driven nonprofits, and discover why supporting our community and local food systems matters.
It is FREE to attend, but please register for your ticket here.
VegMichigan will have a table at the event and we will be inviting people who are new to plant-based eating to participate in our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge. Come out to support the event and visit the VegMichigan table!
This is an open house event, everyone is welcome. VegMichigan will not have an organized group attending together.
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VegMichigan is providing an A2ZERO program at this event in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations. A2ZERO is the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just and equitable transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030. By participating, you are joining a community of climate-friendly food champions! Learn about the connections between food choices and climate, and more ways you can get involved, by visiting our website.
Click here to learn more about A2ZERO, and many other opportunities to get involved with sustainability in Ann Arbor!

ANN ARBOR- DETROIT STREET FILLING STATION COOKING DEMO AND DINNER MEETUP
2026-05-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Detroit Street Filling Station, 300 Detroit St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Join us for a cooking demo and dinner meetup at Detroit Street Filling Station in Ann Arbor! The cooking demo will feature a favorite from their menu, the Pad Thai. We will hear from the owner Phillis Engelbert about the history of DSFS and why it was important to her to make the restaurant vegan.
VegMichigan will give brief remarks about our collaboration on the city’s A2ZERO plan for a just transition to carbon neutrality, and everyone is invited to stay after to purchase food and/or drinks. Space is limited so RSVP early to save your spot!
Program:
Doors open: 5:40 – 6:00
VegMichigan introduction: 6:05 – 6:15
Mini pad thai cooking demo: 6:15 – 6:25
Distribute samples & Phillis (DSFS owner) talk w/Q&A: 6:25 – 6:45
Attendees are encouraged to stay and have a drink/meal for purchase: 6:45 – 7:45pm
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This A2ZERO program is hosted by VegMichigan in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations. A2ZERO is the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just and equitable transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030. By participating, you are joining a community of climate-friendly food champions! Learn about the connections between food choices and climate, and more ways you can get involved, by visiting our website.

Click here to learn more about A2ZERO, and many other opportunities to get involved with sustainability in Ann Arbor!

FERNDALE - SPACECAT VSTRO BRUNCH MEETUP
2026-05-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Spacecat V-Stro, , 255 W. Nine Mile Rd. Ferndale, MI 48220, 255 W. Nine Mile Rd., Ferndale, MI, 48220, United States
Join us on a mission at Spacecat V-Stro‘s comfort food laboratory for a meal! They make most of their menu items from scratch, and strive to provide a joyful food experience. Their goal is to create innovative dishes and surprise us with their uniqueness and flavor
Their vegetarian menu has many fully vegan options for us to choose from!
VegMichigan welcomes everyone to our programs, and, we do ask that you enjoy a vegan meal when attending our events to support the purpose of the Meetup.
Space is limited. Please RSVP here to attend.
Also, please note that everyone is responsible for the purchase of their own meal. Lastly, consider bringing your own take-home containers for leftovers to conserve resources.
VegMichigan is a nonprofit organization dedicated to introducing Michiganders to plant-based eating through positive experiences and great-tasting food with triple benefits for our planet, personal health, and animal well-being. These monthly Meetups have been a fun way to build community, support those who are new to plant-based eating, and promote restaurants who have delicious plant-based options. VegMichigan offers resources for folks who are interested in eating more plant-based, including nutrition and cooking videos and a 30-day pledge program complete with free samples of popular plant-based foods. To learn more, please visit our website at vegmichigan.org.

SCARLETT MIDDLE SCHOOL CLIMATE JUSTICE EXPO
2026-05-22
We will provide an interactive activity about food and climate for students at Scarlett Middle School as part of their Climate Justice Expo.
Please note that this is a private event for Scarlett Middle School students only.
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This A2ZERO program is hosted by VegMichigan in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations. A2ZERO is the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just and equitable transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030. By participating, you are joining a community of climate-friendly food champions! Learn about the connections between food choices and climate, and more ways you can get involved, by visiting our website.
Click here to learn more about A2ZERO, and many other opportunities to get involved with sustainability in Ann Arbor!
The City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations wants to know who they are reaching and the impact on the community so they are inviting you to complete this optional demographic survey. Thank you for your consideration.

OSCODA - SUNRISE KAVA CAFE BRUNCH AND LAKE HURON MEETUP
2026-05-23 10:30 - 12:30 | 120 E. River Rd., Oscoda, MI, 120 E. River Rd., Oscoda, MI, United States
Join us for a relaxed and cozy brunch at Sunrise Kava Cafe! They offer delicious vegan options such as, warm oatmeal, protein bars, coffee, tea, and even some special vegan items they’re preparing just for us 🌱
After we eat, we’ll take advantage of the café’s beautiful location near Lake Huron and head out for a peaceful walk along the pier if the weather cooperates. It’s the perfect mix of good food, fresh air, and great company. We’d love to see you there!
Everyone is welcome at VegMichigan Meetups, but we do ask that you enjoy a vegan meal while attending our events. Attendees are responsible for the purchase of their own meal. We hope you are able to join us!
RSVP to save your spot!

TABLING AT EASTERN MARKET
2026-05-30
We will have a table at Eastern Market to promote the Spring VegFest on Sunday, June 7th. We can’t wait to see you all at the Spring VegFest!

CIRCULARITY PARTY: CELEBRATE WASTE REDUCTION!
2026-06-05 13:00 - 16:00 | BYOC Co., 25 Jackson Industrial Dr, #500, Ann Arbor, MI
Join us at BYOC Co. (Bring Your Own Container Company) for a Circularity Party celebrating waste reduction! This special event will feature ways to “green” your consumption and participate in our local circular economy, including:

Free relish tasting and live fermentation demonstration with local circular economy cannery, C’Mon Betty
Free “Build-Your-Own Quick Pickle Kits” provided by A2ZERO (while supplies last)
Free bags of climate-friendly, plant-based food when you sign up for VegMichigan’s 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge Program
Pop-up Shop by Smiling Jim’s Organic Seasonings
Prize drawings, giveaways, and discounts to help you live more sustainably

And, of course, bring your own containers to shop BYOC Co.’s wide selection of refillable eco-friendly personal care and household cleaning products! We hope to see you there!
To learn about all the sustainability events happening from May 31 – June 6th that are hosted by the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations from May 31 – June 6th visit here
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VegMichigan is providing an A2ZERO program at this event in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations. A2ZERO is the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just and equitable transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030. By participating, you are joining a community of climate-friendly food champions! Learn about the connections between food choices and climate, and more ways you can get involved, by visiting our website.
Click here to learn more about A2ZERO, and many other opportunities to get involved with sustainability in Ann Arbor!

VEGMICHIGAN'S 25TH ANNUAL SPRING VEGFEST
2026-06-07 10:00 - 16:00
VEGMICHIGAN’S 25TH ANNUAL SPRING VEGFEST
Join us for our 25th Annual Spring VegFest on Sunday, June 7th from 10am to 4pm at Eastern Market in Detroit!
There will be delicious sweet and savory plant-based food, sustainable shopping, live cooking demos, nonprofits working towards great causes, a kid zone, and more!!
FREE ADMISSION so bring your friends and family for a fun and delicious day in Detroit! See you there 🙂
Check out the full vendor list, map, and more HERE.

ANN ARBOR MEETUP - COLD TRUTH ICE CREAM
2026-06-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Cold Truth, 100 S 4th Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Join us at Cold Truth’s newest location in Ann Arbor (as a pop-up inside Blom Mead and Cider) for a special event – a flight of their hand-made non-dairy soft serve which includes their recommended topping for each flavor, or a single serving of one flavor… and at the Meetup the toppings are on Cold Truth, so why not give their recommendations a try? Decisions. Decisions. Try a 2 oz sample of each of the four flavors featured that day for $8, or a 6 oz serving of one flavor for $6… Hopefully it is your most difficult decision of the evening so you can relax and enjoy!
Cold Truth also makes hand-made gluten free waffle cones, if you prefer. Their flavors are made from real food, collaborating with locals as much as possible.
As we relax, let’s chat about our plant-based favs – our go-to foods, places, or recipes.
Everyone is welcome at VegMichigan Meetups. We do ask that you enjoy vegan fare while attending our events. And please note that you are responsible for the purchase of your own food. We hope you are able to join us!
RSVP here to save your spot! And if life throws you a curve, please update your reservation as we sometimes have wait-lists.
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VegMichigan is a nonprofit organization dedicated to introducing Michiganders to plant-based eating through positive experiences and great-tasting food with triple benefits for our planet, personal health, and animal well-being. These monthly Meetups have been a fun way to build community, support those who are new or leaning more into plant-based eating, and promote restaurants who have delicious plant-based options. VegMichigan offers resources for folks who are interested in eating more plant-based, including nutrition and cooking videos and a 30-day pledge program complete with free samples of popular plant-based foods. To learn more, please visit our website at vegmichigan.org.
This A2ZERO program is hosted by VegMichigan in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations. A2ZERO is the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just and equitable transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030. By participating, you are joining a community of climate-friendly food champions! Learn about the connections between food choices and climate, and more ways you can get involved, by visiting our website.
Click here to learn more about A2ZERO, and many other opportunities to get involved with sustainability in Ann Arbor!
The City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations wants to know who they are reaching and the impact on the community so they are inviting you to complete this optional demographic survey. Thank you for your consideration.

ANN ARBOR SUMMERFEST
2026-06-13 17:00 - 20:00 | Ann Arbor Summerfest, Annex, 915 E. Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI
We will join the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations at the Ann Arbor Summerfest on Saturday June 13 to talk about the climate benefits of plant-based eating, to provide free plant-based food samples, and to invite attendees to sign-up for the 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge.
For more details about Ann Arbor Summerfest visit here and here. For more information about the Annex and the Kids Zone at Ann Arbor Summerfest visit here
Parking and Directions
Map (We will be at the Annex.)
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VegMichigan is providing an A2ZERO program at this event in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations. A2ZERO is the City of Ann Arbor’s plan to achieve a just and equitable transition to community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030. By participating, you are joining a community of climate-friendly food champions! Learn about the connections between food choices and climate, and more ways you can get involved, by visiting our website.
Click here to learn more about A2ZERO, and many other opportunities to get involved with sustainability in Ann Arbor!

ANN ARBOR FARMERS MARKET TABLE
2026-06-17 07:30 - 15:00 | Ann Arbor Farmers Market, 315 Detroit St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
