What we’re about
This Meetup group is run by the Veg Society of DC (VSDC), 7/19/22.
The Veg Society of DC hosts the events and pays the Meetup fee. You do not have to be a member of VSDC to participate in our events, but we encourage you to join. All of our events are vegan and we have a lot of fun! Membership enables you to enjoy members-only benefits like receiving discounts from our GreenRewards participating partners.
VSDC is a completely volunteer-run organization, with no paid staff. and is governed by an elected volunteer Board of Directors.
Founded in 1927, the Veg Society of the District of Columbia (VSDC) is the nation’s oldest continuously operating 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization promoting an all-plant diet and vegan lifestyle through education, community-building, and social activities throughout the DC metro area.
VSDC believes in treating all people, animals, and the planet with respect and kindness. We are committed to creating a more compassionate and caring world.
We do this by creating a community of like-minded people who are on the path to an all-plant diet and vegan lifestyle. Whoever you are, and wherever you are on this path, we offer resources and fellowship to support you. We make your journey easier, more enjoyable and meaningful.
VSDC. Creating communities for your health, the animals, and the planet.
This group is run by the Veg Society of DC 7/19/2022.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- VSDC Book Club discusses “The Boys in the Boat” (online)Link visible for attendees
Please join the Veg Society of DC Book Club discussion of “The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics” by Daniel James Brown. This meeting will take place online, via zoom.
Out of the depths of the Depression comes a story of hope and an intimate account of how nine working-class boys from the American West showed the world what true grit really meant. A young readers edition (grades 4-7) is available if you have youngsters who would like to join us.
To participate read at least half the book — and RSVP at least two days before the meeting. People who RSVP yes will get the details to join the discussion (the weekend before the meeting). The details will not be posted on meetup.
The VSDC Book Club began meeting online in March 2020 (previously we met in vegetarian restaurants in DC or nearby Maryland or Virginia). We read fiction and nonfiction in alternating months, about any topic. For more information (including everything we have read over 30+ years!) visit: https://vsdc.org/Book-Club
Or contact Beth through meet up: https://www.meetup.com/vegan-28/message/?recipientId=1642817Don't be a no show! If your plans change, update your RSVP.
- VSDC Visit to Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary- Space is Limited!Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary, Poolesville, MD$15.00
Join VSDC for a tour of the Sanctuary, which is home to over 250 rescued farm animals! This is a not-to-be-missed opportunity to learn about the animals' rescue stories and interact with cows, pigs, goats, sheep, and more!
Please allow ample time so you arrive on time. You won't want to miss one moment of these magical creatures!
We have purchased a block of tickets, which, with fees, cost $12.24 each. We are rounding up and will donate the difference to Poplar! Tickets sell out quickly, so don't delay!!!
When You Arrive
Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary is located at 15200 Mt. Nebo Rd. Poolesville MD. There is no sign at the entrance. You will see a green gate that is shut and a white mailbox with the number 15200 on it. Get out of your car to open the gate (it is only latched, not locked), drive through, and close the gate behind you. Follow the gravel drive one mile to the marked and gated parking area. Please remain inside the gated parking area until the tour begins. Feel free to take photos of the animals and sanctuary! Please wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty, we will be interacting with all the animals. Dress for the weather, as the tour is all outdoorsTransportation
The sanctuary is only accessible by car. If you need a ride, feel free to post to the page below. Of course, please use good sense in riding with people you don't know and understand that VSDC cannot take responsibility for the behavior of volunteer drivers.VSDC: More Than A Meetup
We are so glad to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we enjoy seeing you at our events. Did you know that VSDC is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits?With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle.
The membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! Become a member of VSDC.
Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct
When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge VSDC's Liability Waiver and commit to follow the code of conduct found at Policies - VSDC - Veg Society of DC. - VSDC Movie Watch Party, Discussion, and Vegan FoodFairfax, Fairfax, VA$10.00
Join VSDC for the animal rights/vegan-themed Movie Watch Party on Saturday, April 27, in Fairfax VA. Socializing beforehand and discussion about the movie afterwards is planned.
Following last month's movie night, we will be watching the last 2 episodes in the Netflix 4-part docu-series "You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment?" This series follows four pairs of identical twins as they stick to completely opposite diets (including plant-based diets) and monitors their progress over a course of eight weeks.
The VSDC member hosts’ home in Fairfax has a small home theater that can accommodate around 20 people. This regular event is a fun way to learn, discuss, and meet vegans and vegan-curious people (Thanks to Mindy Kursban and David Kwiatkowski for hosting!).
FEE: The $10 fee will cover the hosts' expenses for the event, including food, beverages, and other associated costs. If there are any proceeds beyond these costs, which we don't expect, they will go towards VSDC's work to fulfill its mission. In order to ensure the success of the evening and limit late cancellations, the fee is refundable until 5 days before the event.
FOOD: Hot main course or pizza, salad, fruit, and dessert. Everyone is also welcome to bring vegan food or beverages to share.
WHO: All VSDC and Meetup members are invited. Bringing a non-vegan friend is encouraged.
WHEN: Saturday, April 27, starting at 6:30 pm. We will begin watching the show around 7.
WHERE: The home is in Fairfax VA 22033, near Inova Fair Oaks Hospital. It is 8 miles from the closest metro at either Vienna or Reston (Uber or Lyft would be necessary). For safety and security reasons, the exact location will be emailed privately via Meetup about 2 days in advance to those who have rsvp'd Yes. Please make sure your email is current in Meetup, your Meetup settings allow organizer messages, and check your spam if you don't receive the message.
PARKING: There is plenty of free parking within a 3-minute walk of the home.
*You must register via this page to attend the event.* A Pay Pal account is required to pay the $10. Because there is a cost for the event, Meetup doesn't have a waitlist for the movie. If it is full and you are interested in attending, please contact the host.
When you register to join this event, you automatically acknowledge VSDC's Liability Waiver
By coming to this event, we expect you to follow the code of conduct found at Policies - VSDC - Veg Society of DC
VSDC: More Than A Meetup
We are so glad to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we enjoy seeing you at our events. Did you know that VSDC is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits?
With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle.The membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! Become a member of VSDC.
- VSDC Improve Your Health: Cooking Demo/Food Tasting - WFPB FriendlyHigh Rise Condo Building, Silver Spring , MD$20.00
Join the Veg Society of DC for a vegan whole-food, plant-based cooking demo and food tasting, followed by a chance to mingle with other attendees.
The presenter will explore how a WFPB diet can reduce your risk factors for heart disease, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, atherosclerosis, inflammation, and obesity. A short video and discussion will provide you with an understanding of how to modify your diet to enhance your health.
After the presentation and cooking demo, you can enjoy a taste of the recipes demonstrated, ask the presenter questions, and interact with other attendees. We will have resources and recipes for you to take home.
The presentation will start at 10:15 am sharp!
Please invite a friend to join you!
Our Presenter
Robina Barlow, a VSDC member, is a Certified PCRM Food for Life Instructor who firmly believes that a whole-food, plant-based diet is the best way to attain optimal health and prevent/reverse disease. She is certified in plant-based nutrition from the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies and has learned plant-based cooking techniques through the Forks over Knives Plant-based Cooking at the Rouxbe Cooking School. Robina regularly teaches PCRM Food for Life classes in the Washington DC metro area.Food for Life is an award-winning nutrition education and cooking class program that provides an innovative approach to diet-related chronic diseases. Food for Life is designed by physicians, nurses, and registered dietitians and promotes healthful eating based on the latest scientific research.
Location
The event will take place in the community room of a high-rise condo, about 2 miles from the Silver Spring Metro and easily accessible from the Beltway. Miranda Schneider, a VSDC member, will be hosting. For security reasons, the location will be emailed privately to those registered three days in advance via Meetup. Please ensure your email is current in Meetup and that your Meetup settings allow organizer messages. Check your spam folder if you don't receive the message. There is plenty of free parking available. You will need to provide the front desk with your license plate number.Registration Fee
The $20 fee will cover the cost of food, drink, and paper supplies. If any proceeds exceed these costs, which we don't expect, they will go towards VSDC's work to fulfill its mission. If the cost of the event is an obstacle to your attendance, get in touch with the event organizer for a fee waiver.The fee is refundable until April 27. A PayPal account is required to pay the fee. Meetup doesn't offer a waitlist because there is a cost for the event but check back as there may be last-minute cancellations.
VSDC: More Than A Meetup
We are so glad to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we enjoy seeing you at our events. Did you know that VSDC is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits?With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle.
The membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! Become a member of VSDC.
Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct
When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge VSDC's Liability Waiver and commit to follow the code of conduct found at Policies - VSDC - Veg Society of DC.
