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+)
Please join the Veg Society of DC Book Club discussion of Isabel Wilkerson's Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents.
Wilkerson examines the unspoken caste system -- a rigid hierarchy of human rankings -- that has shaped America. Linking the caste systems of America, India, and Nazi Germany, she explores eight pillars that underlie caste systems across civilizations.
To participate you must read at least half the book—and RSVP at least two days before the meeting.
The VSDC Book Club began meeting online in March 2020 (previously we met in vegetarian restaurants in DC or nearby Maryland or Virginia). 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.
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: http://www.meetup.com/vegan-28/message/?recipientId=1642817
Don't be a no show! If your plans change, update your RSVP.
- Beth
- JOHN S.
- David C.
- 18 attendees
Join us for a VSDC remote game night featuring Gartic Phone. Gartic Phone is a hilarious mashup of Pictionary and Telephone where each player begins by writing a quirky sentence, is then asked to draw what others wrote and finally describe the kooky drawings they see.
Note: the game room will be locked 10 minutes after the start of the event, so please be on time.
Don’t worry if you’ve never played Gartic Phone before - or even know how to draw! All are welcome and we'll go over the basic rules at the start of the event. If you want to preview the game beforehand please visit: https://garticphone.com/
By signing up for this event you are agreeing to abide by our harassment policy https://vsdc.org/policies/
Don't be a no show! If your plans change, update your RSVP so that another may attend.
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VSDC (http://www.vsdc.org) is a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through education on the benefits of a vegan diet & lifestyle. Sharing food is the bond that brings families together; so it is with VSDC. From simply “breaking bread” to experiencing delicious and nutritious vegan foods from around the world, we make your journey easier, enjoyable & meaningful.
VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.
- Jeanette I.
- Gary
- Erin
- 7 attendees
Let's head to Woodbridge, VA for couple of bird watching hikes.
First hike:
Location: Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge
Meeting Point: Parking Lot for the refuge
Meeting Time: 9:00 am
Hike Distance: 4 miles
Difficulty: easy
Time: ~2.5 hours
Lunch: we should be at the lunch spot around noon.
Quite unbelievable that there are not one but two vegan places nearby:
- NuVegan cafe - https://goo.gl/maps/x77VxDkYko6B9JY9A
- Fresh Life cafe - https://goo.gl/maps/vf5j94Zp7cXr7pMW8
Second hike:
Location: Mason Neck State Park
Meeting Point: main parking lot
Meeting Time: around 2:00 pm (depending on the activities before)
Hike Distance: 5 miles
Difficulty: easy
Time: ~2.5 hours
Cost: $10 park entrance fee per vehicle
Dog friendly? No! No pets please.
Bathroom Facilities/Water: Yes - many options in Mason Neck.
Please do not attend if you are sick or have been near someone who thinks they may have or have been exposed to COVID-19.
For important updates regularly monitor the "comments" section below.
Don't be a no show! If your plans change, update your RSVP.
* When you sign up to join a hike you automatically acknowledge
VSDC Vegan Trekkers Liability Waiver.
* Please also view the Rules listed at the end of this description
* Please read The 10 Essentials of Hiking
RULES
Pets: When hikes are organized in dog-friendly areas, hikers are invited to bring their pet(s). However, dogs are the sole responsibility of the owner(s) who brought them; should be up-to-date on their vaccinations & in possession of the relevant tags; and should be under the control of their owner(s) at all times. Dogs that demonstrate consistently aggressive or otherwise out-of-control behavior will be banned from future hikes. Owners should come prepared to dispose of their dogs’ waste in appropriate receptacles.
## Alcohol/Smoking/Intoxicants: Use of intoxicants such as alcohol, cigarettes and/or illegal substances is banned during the hikes.
VSDC (http://www.vsdc.org) is a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through education on the benefits of a vegan diet & lifestyle. Sharing food is the bond that brings families together; so it is with VSDC. From simply “breaking bread” to experiencing delicious and nutritious vegan foods from around the world, we make your journey easier, enjoyable & meaningful.
VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.
- Pujak
- karen
- Hope N.
- 29 attendees
The next meeting of VSDC's Children's meetup will be at Rock Creek Park for a picnic!
After a winter hiatus, we will gather at Picnic Grove #7 in Rock Creek Park to have a vegan picnic and celebrate the arrival of spring. You can either bring a vegan meal for your family or bring vegan food to share! There will be limited picnic table space, so please bring a blanket or camp chair. We will also have balls and a few other games - feel free to bring any lawn games to play with friends!
There is a parking lot at Picnic Grove #7 - if you need a ride, please post in the comments and someone may be able to carpool. There are no bathrooms at the picnic grove, but there are bathrooms you will pass about a half mile before arrive at Grove #7.
This is an event for vegan, vegetarian or vegan/vegetarian curious families with children.
If you aren't a VSDC member, please consider joining here: http://www.vsdc.org/membership/
Also, be sure to like VSDC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vegsocietydc/
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VSDC (http://www.vsdc.org) is a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through education on the benefits of a vegan diet & lifestyle. Sharing food is the bond that brings families together; so it is with VSDC. From simply “breaking bread” to experiencing delicious and nutritious vegan foods from around the world, we make your journey easier, enjoyable & meaningful.
VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.
- Bethany B.
- Sandi
- Orson M.
- 4 attendees
Past events (1,405)
- Elissa F.
- Max
- Aashish
- 14 attendees
