What we’re about
It can be difficult to make new friends, especially in adulthood, and for many it's not easy to have a deep friendship while avoiding a deep topic.
You're not alone! Let's get together in the Triangle area for an evolving variety of activities centered around good vegan meals, coffee, drinks, and conversation.
Usually there will be one event per week, on the weekend, posted on the previous weekend or before. I'll probably go with Saturdays -- unless -- please feel free to reach other with suggestions about day, time, or location.
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What is veganism❓ Veganism involves avoiding the exploitation of animals for food, clothing, etc. Therefore in addition to animal products we also avoid most animal byproducts like eggs and dairy. The point is ethical (for the sake of the animals) not for our own medical, health, or culinary reasons, although those are lovely bonuses.
Are vegetarians welcome❓ As guests, yes. (Very welcome!) As members, no. (Members can indicate guests in the RSVP to most events.) The rationale is that vegans are such a small minority at present in America (perhaps 5 vegetarians to 1 vegan) and mitigating the effects on vegans of being constantly outnumbered or misunderstood is part of the reason for this group. Vegans and vegetarians generally agree on the main issues, just differing on 2 or 3 things, so vegetarians may find this group quite enjoyable, but please be forewarned that dairy and eggs virtually always involves killing nearly all of the male babies since they can never produce milk or eggs, so vegetarian guests may on some occasion happen to hear about such aspects of the dairy and egg industries.
What's the difference between vegans and vegetarians❓ Vegetarians have friends.
Is there any science backing up veganism❓ Yes, numerous scientific studies in recent years have been able to confirm that animals aren't overly keen on suffering and dying for our momentary pleasure and convenience.
Are vegans woke❓ No, veganism is for everyone, but this group is not. Expect an intelligent LGBTQ-friendly and BIPOC-friendly group with a liberal worldview.
Is veganism a cult❓ Yes. Renounce your false gods and join us! 🤣😈
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Past events
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