Northwest VEG's Viva La Vegan PORTLAND - Metro

Dr Iris Schrijver’s presentation on the Eastside in January was so well receive that we invited her back for another presentation on the Westside.
Come at 5:00 pm to join old and new friends at a delicious potluck dinner, and/or come at 6:15 pm for a presentation by Iris Schrijver MD, a certified Lifestyle Medicine physician passionate about guiding people toward general wellbeing at every stage of life. Dr. Iris, as many patients call her, operates VitalPath MD, a telehealth service providing science-backed whole person medical care. She is also the author of On the Path of Health, Wellbeing, and Fulfilment. Dr. Iris will be allowing plenty of time for Q&A at the end of her presentation, so this is a great opportunity to get some of your general health and nutrition questions (but not specific medical advice) answered.

For the potluck, please bring:

• A plant-based (no meat, eggs, dairy, honey, or other animal products) main dish, salad, or dessert
• A card listing its ingredients
• Plates and utensils for your use

If you come alone, figure the amount to serve 4-6; increase the amount 4 servings for each additional person in your party/family. We will have a program, TBD, starting at 6:15 following the potluck.

See details on NW VEG's event page.

RSVP on Stampede

This will be the first time the entire Portland council will formally discuss foie gras. What they see in the chamber and online will help shape what happens next. Let’s bring a respectful, energized, united presence.

What to expect:

A presentation and public testimony, followed by council discussion .

How you can help:
✅ Attend in person or on Zoom, even briefly
✅ Testify (both verbal and written)

Sign up for testimony here, and we'll send instructions!

What to wear:
If you have a Pro-Animal Oregon shirt, please wear it. If not, one will be provided.
Polite request: please avoid shirts that mention veganism or could be interpreted as vegan messaging so we keep the focus on the ordinance and make it easy for everyone to feel included.

Parking and Transportation:
Parking near City Hall can be limited, so please plan extra time and consider carpooling, biking, or transit if you can.

The Eugene VeganFest is a celebration of compassionate and sustainable living in Eugene, Oregon with fantastic food, innovative vendors, and inspiring speakers. Join us for a fantastic day where you can learn about how you can curb climate change, save animals from suffering, and help your body thrive. We will have dozens of local vendors featuring delicious plant-based food and drink, non-profits doing wonderful work in the community, animal sanctuaries that rescue animals in need, eco products that help change the world, and more. There will also be two rooms of informative presentations. The Impact Room will feature a variety of topics on the ethical and environmental reasons to be vegan and the Vitality Room will focus on the health and nutritional benefits of a plant-based diet. EugeneVeganFest.org
Everyone is welcome! Veg-curious, pre-vegans, dabblers, hard-cores, and even heck-no-I-could-never-be-vegans. Let’s create a just, compassionate, climate-secure world; join us for a delicious celebration of compassion.
FAMILIES WITH KIDS: Children under 12 are admitted for free and we are creating a fun kids area with interative crafts and activities. Bring the whole family!

• Bring: Water and a snack (the animals love fresh produce, too!)
• Wear: Boots to handle mud, clothing/hat/sunglasses for the weather, and a mask for the dust
• Avian Influenza: If you have contact with birds, disinfect your shoes and clothes before and after the visit with bleach or something stronger to keep everyone safe.
• Carpooling: It would be ideal to share the cost of gas and limit our carbon footprint. Sign up to offer or request a ride.

🤝 This is an Animal Rights Collective Portland (ARCPDX) event. By attending this event you are agreeing to our Community Guidelines. Reach out to Molly Flanagan for questions.