VegMichigan

COOKING DEMONSTRATION AT THE ANN ARBOR DISTRICT LIBRARY (DOWNTOWN)
2025-07-27 13:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Ann Arbor District Library (Downtown), 343 S. 5th Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
VegMichigan is hosting a plant-based cooking demonstration with Chef Rhoda St. Luce, a.k.a. The Platinum Chef, to support individuals interested in plant-forward eating for their health and the environment. Chef Rhoda is making, Sauteed Curry Chickpea & Organic Quinoa Pilaf Lettuce or Kale Wraps served with Coconut Cream Dill Dip. Samples will be provided to attendees and individuals will have a choice of organic romaine or kale as their wrap.
It is FREE to attend, but space is limited, and we want to make sure we have enough samples for everyone, so we kindly ask that you RSVP here.
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!

Humane Society of Huron Valley Teen Animal Care Residency Guest Presenter
2025-07-24
We will provide an interactive program about farmed animal welfare, food choices and climate change, and plant-based living for teens who are attending the Humane Society of Huron Valley’s Animal Care Residency.

ANN ARBOR FARMERS MARKET
2025-07-23 07:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-18 07:00 - 15:00 | Ann Arbor Farmers Market, 315 Detroit St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
ANN ARBOR FARMERS MARKET
VegMichigan will be tabling at the market, sharing information about food choices and climate, and handing out delicious plant-based food samples!
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!

DETROIT PUBLIC LIBRARY (DOUGLASS BRANCH) PLANT-BASED SAMPLING & DISCUSSION
2025-07-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Detroit Public Library (Douglass Branch), 3666 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI 48208, 3666 Grand River Ave, Detroit, MI, 48208, United States
We will sample a variety of plant-based milk, plant-based cheese, and other plant-based foods, while discussing some of the health, ethical, and environmental benefits of adding more plant-based foods into our lifestyle.

Please RSVP here.

Detroit Abloom 6th Annual Vegan Fest
2025-07-19 12:00 - 18:00 | Detroit Abloom, 248 Manistique Street Detroit, MI, 48215
We will be sharing information about the benefits of plant-based eating and handing out free snacks at this amazing festival!

COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR AND BACK 2 SCHOOL BLOCK PARTY
2025-07-19
We were invited back to the New Hope Tabernacle Church’s annual community health fair and back to school block party. We will provide literature on the benefits of plant-based eating and serve free plant-based samples to attendees.

WEST BLOOMFIELD TWP PUBLIC LIBRARY PRESENTATION & FOOD SAMPLING
2025-07-16 18:00 - 19:30 | West Bloomfield Twp Public Library, 4600 Walnut Lake Rd, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48323
WEST BLOOMFIELD TWP PUBLIC LIBRARY PRESENTATION & FOOD SAMPLING
VegMichigan is giving a free presentation on the benefits of eating plant-based for health, ethics, and the environment. Appetizers will be served.
RSVP here to attend.

VEGANO ITALIANO BRUNCH POP-UP AT LOWERTOWN BAR AND CAFE
2025-07-13 11:00 - 13:00 | LowerTown Bar & Cafe 1031 Broadway Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Join us for this unique Meetup featuring brunch from Vegano Italiano and drinks from Lowertown Bar and Cafe. Vegano Italiano is a delicious all vegan Italian food truck and they are serving a special brunch menu, as well as some of their regular menu items as a pop-up at Lowertown, a neighborhood gathering spot offering a wide-variety of refreshing mocktails, rich teas, robust coffee, and cozy latte’s with non-dairy milk options.
TWO VERY IMPORTANT NOTES:

We would love you to come to our event, but please note that we have a maximum limit of 16 attendees so please ONLY RSVP if you are committed to coming. If something changes with your schedule we understand, but please update your RSVP right away so we can provide Lowertown with an accurate head count and if someone is on the waitlist they will be able to attend.
There is a two beverage minimum, so you MUST purchase two drinks from Lowertown if you attend this Meetup.

We welcome everyone, but we do ask that everyone order vegan/fully plant-based items at our Meetups. Everyone is responsible for the purchase of their own drinks/food.
We can’t wait to see you there! RSVP here to save your spot.
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!

Webinar for City of Ann Arbor Employees
2025-06-25
VegMichigan will give a webinar to City of Ann Arbor employees as part of their wellness program.
VegMichigan is providing this program 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!

HOLLY - JACQ N' DIANE'S JUICE BOX & OPTIONAL HIKE
2025-06-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Jacq N’ Diane’s, 3034 Grange Hall Rd. Holly, MI 48442, Holly, MI 48442, 3034 Grange Hall Rd., Holly, MI, 48442, United States
Let’s celebrate the beginning of summer at Jacq N’ Diane’s Juice Box. This cozy cafe is 100% vegan, and offers healthy options from smoothies made of whole fruits and veggies, to sandwiches and wraps, rice bowls, organic salads, and more.
Lunch will finish around 2:30 and will be followed by an optional hike at Wildwood and Valley Lake Trail in Holly Recreation Center. The trail is about a 15 min drive from the restaurant. Everyone will be responsible for their own transportation from the restaurant to the trail. It is a 2.5-mile loop (we will be hike a portion of the loop for up to 1 hour), and described as an easy level walk that is good for beginners. If you are joining us for the hike, please be sure to prepare accordingly (e.g., bring a filled reusable water bottle, sunscreen, good walking shoes, trail mix/health bar/fruit, sunglasses, hat). Individuals joining us for the hike will be asked to sign a waiver at the restaurant.
Everyone is welcome at VegMichigan Meetups, but we do ask that you enjoy a vegan meal/vegan snacks 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!

CITY OF ANN ARBOR EMPLOYEES 30-DAY PLANT-BASED PLEDGE
2025-06-17
City of Ann Arbor Employees had the opportunity to sign-up for our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge to receive a free bag of plant-based food and commit to eating more plant-based for 30 days. Participants will receive weekly supportive emails throughout the month and complete a short survey at the end of the program. We are delivering their free bag of plant-based food today.
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 YMCA BLOCK PARTY
2025-06-14 12:00 - 16:00 | Ann Arbor YMCA, 400 W Washington St., 400 W Washington St., Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, United States
We will have a table at the Ann Arbor YMCA Block Party to spread awareness about the connection between eating more plant-based and lowering one’s carbon footprint, serving plant-based samples, and inviting people to take our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge.
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!

ALPENA - DINNER MEETUP AT FRIENDLY FOODEES
2025-06-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Friendly Foodees, 108 N. 3rd Ave., Alpena, MI, 49707, 108 N. 3rd Ave., Alpena, MI, 49707, United States
Join the Northeast VegMichigan chapter for a casual, plant-based dining experience at Friendly Foodees! All are welcome to enjoy delicious vegan food, connect with others, and learn more about our community and resources. Explore their menu here – https://order.toasttab.com/online/friendly-foodees-108-n-3rd-ave
RSVP to save your spot here.

ANN ARBOR - Brunch Meetup at The Lunch Room
2025-06-11 10:00 - 11:30 | The Lunch Room Bakery & Cafe, 2200 Fuller Ct # 8B, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
ANN ARBOR – Brunch Meetup at The Lunch Room
Join us for a delicious brunch at The Lunch Room Bakery & Cafe! This cozy and vibrant spot is known for its mouthwatering vegan dishes and baked goods—perfect for connecting over great food and conversation.
Please RSVP here to reserve your spot.

ANN ARBOR WARD 3 PARTY
2025-06-07 12:00 - 14:00 | Arbor Oaks Park, 2090 Champagne Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
ANN ARBOR WARD 3 PARTY
For A2ZERO Week, VegMichigan will be joining Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations to celebrate the city’s climate work! We will be handing out sustainable, plant-based food samples, and signing up attendees for our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge!
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 WARD 1 PARTY
2025-06-06 17:30 - 19:30 | Leslie Park, 2900 Leslie Park Cir, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
ANN ARBOR WARD 1 PARTY
For A2ZERO Week, VegMichigan will be joining Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations to celebrate the city’s climate work! We will be handing out sustainable, plant-based food samples, and signing up attendees for our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge!
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 WARD 4 PARTY
2025-06-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Lawton Park, 2125 Mershon Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
ANN ARBOR WARD 4 PARTY
For A2ZERO Week, VegMichigan will be joining Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations to celebrate the city’s climate work! We will be handing out sustainable, plant-based food samples, and signing up attendees for our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge!
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 WARD 5 PARTY
2025-06-04 17:30 - 19:30 | West Park, 215 Chapin St, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
ANN ARBOR WARD 5 PARTY
For A2ZERO Week, VegMichigan will be joining Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations to celebrate the city’s climate work! We will be handing out sustainable, plant-based food samples, and signing up attendees for our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge!
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 WARD 2 PARTY
2025-06-03 17:30 - 19:30 | Glacier Highlands Park, 3600 Larchmont Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
ANN ARBOR WARD 2 PARTY
For A2ZERO Week, VegMichigan will be joining Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations to celebrate the city’s climate work! We will be handing out sustainable, plant-based food samples, and signing up attendees for our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge!
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 24TH ANNUAL SPRING VEGFEST
2025-06-01 10:00 - 16:00 | 2810 Russell St, Detroit, MI 48207
VEGMICHIGAN’S 24TH ANNUAL SPRING VEGFEST
Join us for our 24th Annual Spring VegFest on Sunday, June 1st at Eastern Market in Detroit!
There will be delicious sweet and savory plant-based food, sustainable shopping, nonprofits working towards great causes, live presentations and cooking demos, music, free massages, fun for the kids, and free samples!
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 and more at https://vegmichigan.org/

SCARLETT MIDDLE SCHOOL IN ANN ARBOR
2025-05-23
VegMichigan is participating in Scarlett Middle School’s Climate Justice Expo. We will have a station where students will use a carbon foodprint calculator to determine which food choices contribute the least amount to climate change and which foods contribute the most. Then, they will discuss how we can support one another in making more climate-friendly food choices and how we can make climate-friendly food choices more accessible.
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!”
(This event is not open to the public.)

DEARBORN - DINNER MEETUP AT UNBURGER
2025-05-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Unburger, 22018 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, MI 48124
DEARBORN – DINNER MEETUP AT UNBURGER
Unburger is your go-to spot for crave-worthy, plant-based comfort food! From the juicy Ultimate Beef burgers and crispy Chick’n sandwiches to loaded chili cheese fries and dairy-free shakes, there’s something for everyone.
Please RSVP here to save your spot.

DETROIT PUBLIC LIBRARY (CHASE BRANCH) PRESENTATION & FOOD SAMPLING
2025-05-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Detroit Public Library (Chase Branch), 17731 W. 7 Mile Rd., Detroit, MI 48235, 17731 W. 7 Mile Rd., Detroit, MI, 48235, United States
We will provide a free presentation about the benefits of plant-based eating for health, animals, and the environment. Free plant-based appetizers will be served.
Please RSVP here.

HUMANE SOCIETY OF HURON VALLEY WALK & WAG
2025-05-17 08:00 - 13:00 | Rolling Hills Park, 7660 Stony Creek Rd, Ypsilanti Township, MI 48197
HUMANE SOCIETY OF HURON VALLEY WALK & WAG

VegMichigan will be sharing information about food choices and climate, signing up participants for our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge, and sharing plant-based food samples with attendees.

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 SPRING FESTIVAL
2025-05-17
FREEMAN ENVIRONMENTAL SPRING FESTIVAL
VegMichigan will share information about the environmental benefits of plant-based eating, as well as delicious plant-based pizza samples! Attendees will also have the opportunity to sign up for our 30-Day Plant-Based Pledge, and we will give a brief talk on food choices and climate.
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 - NAMASTE FLAVORS MEETUP
2025-05-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Namaste Flavors, 400 S Division St. Ann Arbor MI 48104, 400 S Division St., Ann Arbor, MI, 48104, United States
Come enjoy authentic Indian cuisine at Namaste Flavors, which offers a wide variety of plant-based appetizers and entrees made from freshly prepared ingredients.
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!
Please RSVP on Meetup to attend.
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!

3RD ANNUAL ANN ARBOR CLIMATE TEACH-IN
2025-05-04 13:30 - 17:30 | UUAA, 4001 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48103, 4001 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd., Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, United States
VegMichigan will have a table at the 3rd annual Ann Arbor climate teach-in. We will provide information about the connection between our food choices and our carbon footprint.
Visit A2 Climate Teach-In for event details, to register, and to support the event. (The event is free, but registration is requested.)
VegMichigan providing an A2ZERO program at this event as a food sponsor 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!

HARRISVILLE - ALCONA BREW HAUS MEETUP
2025-05-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Alcona Brew Haus, 676 N U.S. 23, Harrisville, MI 48740, 676 N U.S. 23, Harrisville, MI, 48740, United States
Join us for a fun evening at the Alcona Brew Haus, which offers some delicious vegan options.
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!
Visit our Meetup page to RSVP.

DETROIT - Dinner Meetup at Takoi (SOLD OUT!)
2025-04-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Takoi, 2520 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48216
DETROIT – Dinner Meetup at Takoi (PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED!)
Join VegMichigan for a special evening at Takoi!
In our recent Meetup survey, a number of respondents said that they would be interested in an occasional elegant dining experience, such as a plant-based tasting menu. This is our first event aimed at fulfilling this request, and we think you’ll love the amazing flavors and fantastic plant-based dishes at Takoi.
**This event is sold out!**
