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"Creating a kinder, greener community together"
The Austin Vegan Association (AVA) is Austin’s longest-running plant-based community, proudly serving as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit since 1996. Founded as the Vegetarian Network of Austin, later known as the Austin Vegan & Vegetarian Association, today our mission is to make vegan living more accessible through social gatherings, educational events, and support for local vegan-friendly businesses.
AVA is open to anyone interested in compassionate, sustainable lifestyles—join our growing community.
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See all- A FRIENDLY VEGAN POTLUCK AT THE UNITARIAN CHURCH !!First Unitarian Universalist Church of Austin, Austin, TX
Vegan Potluck at the First Unitarian Universalist Church of Austin.
Saturday, August 9th, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM, food check-in begins at 6:00 PMHosted jointly by the Austin Vegan Association (AVA) and the “Veganistas,” a vegan and animal rights fellowship group at the First Unitarian Universalist church of Austin
What to Bring:- A VEGAN* dish to serve 8.
- Be prepared to mark whether your food contains any allergens, like nuts or gluten
- Bring your recipe if you want to share it
- Serving utensil for your dish
- A plate for yourself and utensils for eating
- Your own beverage
This event is sponsored by the Austin Vegan Association. Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or just veg-curious, you’re welcome to join us! No AVA membership or church affiliation needed—this event is free and open to all.
This is a totally non-religious event; it just happens to be in the church's gathering space. It's all about the food and meeting new people.
The First Unitarian Universalist Church of Austin is a welcoming, non-creedal spiritual community. For more information on First UU, please visit AustinUU.org*We ask that dishes be free of all animal products, including meat, fish, eggs, dairy (milk, cheese, yogurt, butter), animal broth, gelatin, or honey.
Thank you for helping create an inclusive meal for everyone to enjoy!
