Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup

We will be starting from the Park and Ride for Capital Crescent trail in Bethesda. The meeting spot provides ample free car parking, and also it is convenient to get to from Bethesda Metro. Going to Georgetown will be a piece of cake (it is downhill). Coming back we will be digesting the cakes we eat.

Before signing up, please make sure you will be able to sustain at least 10 mph average speed for this lengthy ride.

Meeting point: Park and Ride for CC Trail
Date: Saturday, April 25 9:00am
Route: https://maps.app.goo.gl/njF8xXDfrH8kvVP96
Length: 24 miles
Difficulty level: strenuous (due to distance)
Elevation change: 420 ft up & down
Time: ~3 hours at moderate pace
Pace: moderate ~10 mph
Biking surface: paved
Route type: mostly paved trails, some roads and sidewalks
Metro accessible: yes (with an additional 1 mile of ride)

Snack spot: we will be stopping in Georgetown for a snack. Multiple vegetarian options available:
- Chaia Tacos
- South Block

Food/Water: Bring your own vegan snacks and (non-alcoholic) beverage to enjoy. Please carry plenty of water!

Weather: we will not be riding in rain or windy conditions so stay tuned for Comments on this page.

For important updates, regularly monitor the "Comments" section on this page (below).
Don't be a no show! If your plans change, update your RSVP.

Please also view and abide by the RULES listed below
RULES

• Pets are not allowed
• Use of intoxicants such as alcohol, cigarettes and/or illegal substances is banned during this event.
• Practice safe biking habits including:
• Wearing a bike helmet
• Keeping safe distance between each other (bikes don't have brake lights and tailgating can easily result in crashes)
• Avoid side by side riding unless the road gives us ample opportunity

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 VSDC 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. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.

Please join the Veg Society of DC (VSDC) for an LGBTQ+ &ALLIES walking tour of LGBTQ+ historical spots in and around Dupont Circle. We will also plan to end the outing with some vegan pizza from Protest Pizza, if space allows, since the restaurant does not accept reservations. If necessary, the group will collectively decide on alternate dinner plans at one of the other vegan options in the area. Note that individuals will be responsible for the cost of their own dinner.

The total distance walked during the event will depend on the wishes of the group as to how many of the addresses associated with DC's LGBTQ+ history we want to view, but at most around 3 miles.

Note that this event is open to allies but please see "About the Group" section below for more details on requirements for participation in VSDC LGBTQ+ &ALLIES events.

Where
We'll be meeting at the Dupont Circle South exit at 3pm, and will leave by 3:15pm. Starting from Dupont Circle, we will slowly make our way around a variety of addresses that were important to Washington, D.C.'s LGBTQ+ history while chatting. The exact itinerary for the walking tour will be decided upon by a majority of event participants.

In the event of heavy rain, the walking tour portion of the event will be replaced with games and queer-centric conversation at the Board Room DC, providing there is space to accommodate our group at that time. (Closest Dupont Circle metro exit is North.) After socializing indoors, the group will decide dinner plans together, if folks are feeling up to it. The host will post an urgent comment on this event if we are moving to indoor venue.

When
Saturday, April 25, from 3pm to 6pm

Transportation
Dupont Circle is on the red line and there is limited paid parking nearby.

About the Group
Unless noted otherwise, VSDC's LGBTQ+ events are intended for queer/questioning folks who self-identify as LGBTQ+. The events are meant to serve as a safe space to share community with other self-identified queer or questioning LGBTQ+ vegan or vegan-curious people. However, we appreciate our allies and we plan to host "LGBTQ+ & ALLIES" events approximately quarterly - to welcome non-queer allies into our events in order to share community with our fellow vegans/veg curious VSDC participants. If the event is an "& ALLIES" event, it will be clearly identified as such in the name of the event. Any person who participates in an "& ALLIES" event must be supportive of LGBTQ+ persons, their lifestyle, and their gender expression; unsupportive or combative individuals will be removed from events and banned from future VSDC LGBTQ+ events. Please note that any and all questions related to gender/LGBTQ+ issues that may arise during either LGBTQ+ or LGBTQ+ & ALLIES events must be posed ONLY to event host, Susan, and not be asked of any other meetup participants in order to respect their privacy and promote their personal safety.

Update Your RSVP
Please change your RSVP if you can no longer make it.

VSDC: More Than A Meetup
We are delighted to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we look forward to 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! Join today!

Ways to Stay In Touch with Us
Thank you for being part of our Meetup presence and bringing like-minded people together. We invite you to:

• Become a VSDC member to save money at area restaurants and support us in being 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.
• Sign up for our monthly e-newsletter to hear more about our activities.
• Follow us on Instagram or Facebook to engage with us.

Interested in Volunteering with VSDC?
VSDC offers many events each month, thanks to the dedication of our event planning team. Would you consider volunteering? To learn more and get started, please visit our website.

Only Vegan Food, Please
While VSDC welcomes people wherever they are on the path to an all-plant, vegan diet and lifestyle, it is our policy that only vegan food be served and consumed at our events. If you would like to explore a vegan diet or get support in making lifestyle changes, consider these resources.

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. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.

Everyone must buy their own ticket ahead of time HERE via Eventbrite. Tickets are $8. Get your ticket today before the tour sells out!

Optional dinner afterwards at Sabai Thai in downtown Winchester (24 South Loudoun Street, Winchester, VA 22601).
PFS has an on-site vegan policy: any snacks or food you bring on-site needs to be plant-based/vegan.

For more info, visit:
Peaceful Fields Sanctuary – a vegan farmed animal sanctuary

VSDC: More Than A Meetup
We are delighted to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we look forward to 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! Join today!

Ways to Stay In Touch with Us
Thank you for being part of our Meetup presence and bringing like-minded people together. We invite you to:

• Become a VSDC member to save money at area restaurants and support us in being 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.
• Sign up for our monthly e-newsletter to hear more about our activities.
• Follow us on Instagram or Facebook to engage with us.

Interested in Volunteering with VSDC?
VSDC offers many events each month, thanks to the dedication of our event planning team. Would you consider volunteering? To learn more and get started, please visit our website.

Only Vegan Food, Please
While VSDC welcomes people wherever they are on the path to an all-plant, vegan diet and lifestyle, it is our policy that only vegan food be served and consumed at our events. If you would like to explore a vegan diet or get support in making lifestyle changes, consider these resources.

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. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.

Join the Veg Society of DC (VSDC) for board games in person! (We are capping the event at 16 people.)

SNACKS: light vegan snacks will be provided by the host. This is an all-vegan event.

WHO: All VSDC and Meetup members are invited; space is limited to the 1st 16 to sign up. Note: you must include your first and last name and a valid phone number / email when you RSVP - only the hosts can see this additional info.

WHEN: Sunday, Apr 26th, from 3 pm to 6 pm.

• WHERE: Derwood MD. For the exact location, text or call the host (Caroline) at least 24 hours in advance of the event: 240-261-3732.

Note: Do not share the address with anyone else.

PARKING: There is plenty of free parking in the residential neighborhood. Please read and follow all parking signs.

METRO: This location is accessible by public transport. It is 1.5 miles from the Shady Grove Metro station (Red line). Once at Shady Grove, take Ride-On Bus 64 to Shady Grove Rd.& Briardale Rd; walk less than 0.5 miles.

WHAT TO BRING: Your favorite game. You do not have to bring food. The host has Taboo; Chess; and Take 5.
3-4 pm: social hour
4-6 pm: games

REMEMBER: You must include your first and last name and a valid phone number / email when you RSVP - only the hosts can see this additional info.

CONTACT THE HOST: If you need to contact the organizer, call or text Caroline at 240-261-3732. Please plan in advance and understand that questions on the day itself may not receive a reply.

VSDC: More Than A Meetup
We are delighted to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we look forward to 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! Join today!

Ways to Stay In Touch with Us
Thank you for being part of our Meetup presence and bringing like-minded people together. We invite you to:

• Become a VSDC member to save money at area restaurants and support us in being 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.
• Sign up for our monthly e-newsletter to hear more about our activities.
• Follow us on Instagram or Facebook to engage with us.

Interested in Volunteering with VSDC?
VSDC offers many events each month, thanks to the dedication of our event planning team. Would you consider volunteering? To learn more and get started, please visit our website.

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. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.