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Vegetarian Society of South Jersey
Calendar of Events, 2013

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Contact thevssj@gmail.com or 856-596-3269 for more info.

MAY

HEALTHY LIVING EVENTS AT WHOLE FOODS

May - various dates TBD
Whole Foods Market, 940 Rt 70 N, Marlton NJ 08053
Join VSSJ and Whole Foods Market in Marlton as we team up for workshops and cooking classes.  Schedule to be announced - will include events focusing on sprouting, beans, and vegetarian cooking.


VSSJ/CJVG DINNER at KAYA'S KITCHEN

Saturday May 4, 5pm
1000 Main St, Belmar NJ 07719, kayaskitchenbelmar.com
Join VSSJ and the Central Jersey Vegetarian Group (CJVG) for our annual spring trip to this shore favorite - an all-vegetarian restaurant with eclectic cuisine.
RSVP by 5/2 to VSSJ:  thevssj@gmail.com or to CJVG:  908-281-6388


VSSJ POTLUCK DINNER

Saturday May 18, 6:30pm
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 61 East Rt 70, Marlton NJ 08053
VSSJ potluck guidelines
Members:  $2; $4 family; Non-members:  $5; $10 family (to cover hall rental).
Attendees should park in the front of the building and enter at the steeple.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for setup and cleanup.
To volunteer, RSVP, or for more info, please contact Janet at thevssj@gmail.com or 856-596-3269


American Vegan Society (AVS) Annual Vegan Garden Party

Sunday May 26, Noon
AVS Headquarters, 56 Dinshah Ln, Malaga NJ 08328
Noon:  Outdoor Lunch; Program:  2pm
Emcee:  Anne Dinshah, lifelong vegan, author, and rowing coach
Jenny Brown:  co-founder and director of Woodstock Farm Animal Sanctuary in Woodstock, NY, WoodstockSanctuary.org
Michael A. Weber:  executive director of Farm Animal Rights Movement (FARM), farmusa.org
AVS Books Room Sale 11am-6pm:  Books, DVDs, Videos, and Posters.
Register by May 22
Donation:  Supporter $50, Adult $25, Student/Low income $10, Child $5
More information at http://americanvegan.org.
AVS, 56 Dinshah Ln, Malaga, NJ 08328, 856-694-2887.


JUNE

VSSJ TABLING opportunities

Date TBD
Venues TBD
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for setup of VSSJ's table, distributing literature, and cleanup.  Please contact Heather at thevssj@gmail.com



VSSJ DINNER at VIA ROMA

Date TBD
2360 Lakewood Rd (Rt 9), Tri-City Plaza, Toms River, NJ 08755, viaromatomsriver.com/
Join VSSJ for a trip to this Italian restaurant with a separate vegan/vegetarian menu and gluten-free selections.



CJVG Annual Potluck Picnic

Saturday June 22, 2pm
Duke Island Park (Jaycee Grove Lot C), Old York Rd, Bridgewater, NJ
For each person in your party, bring a dish that serves at least 6 people, with an ingredient list and your place setting (plate, fork, cup, etc.).  Vegan is preferred.  CJVG provides beverages, burgers and franks.  Bring lawn chairs and outdoor games.  Rain date 7/20.
RSVP to CJVG by June 21:  908-281-6388


JULY

NAVS Vegetarian Summerfest 2013

Wednesday July 3 - Sunday July 7
Johnstown, PA
For info, visit vegetariansummerfest.org


VSSJ MOVIE SCREENING

Date TBD
Venues TBD
Join VSSJ for a screening of a relevant documentary.  Details coming soon.



VSSJ DINNER at TBD

Date TBD
Restaurant TBD
Join VSSJ for a restaurant trip.



 AUGUST

VSSJ DINNER at TBD

Date TBD
Restaurant TBD
Join VSSJ for a restaurant trip.



 SEPTEMBER

VSSJ/CJVG BRUNCH or DINNER at KAYA'S KITCHEN

Date TBD
1000 Main St, Belmar NJ 07719, kayaskitchenbelmar.com
Join VSSJ and the Central Jersey Vegetarian Group (CJVG) for our annual fall trip to this shore favorite - an all-vegetarian restaurant with eclectic cuisine.



VSSJ POTLUCK PICNIC

Date TBD, 1pm
Long Bridge Park, Pavilion 3, Deacon Rd & Mt Holly Bypass (Rt 541), Hainesport, NJ 08036
Join VSSJ for a potluck picnic at this Burlington County park, which is woodsy and has several miles of nice hiking trails.
VSSJ potluck guidelines
Members:  FREE; non-members:  $2, $5 family (to cover pavilion reservation fee).
To RSVP or for more info, please email thevssj@gmail.com


OCTOBER

VSSJ MEMBER APPRECIATION DINNER

Date TBD
Venue TBD
Details coming soon.


VOLUNTEER DAY at UNEXPECTED WILDLIFE REFUGE

Date TBD
Newfield, NJ 08344, unexpectedwildliferefuge.org
Help maintain trails.  Lunch will be provided.
If you are interested in volunteering, please advise what dates are good for you.  Thanks!
To RSVP or for more info, please email thevssj@gmail.com
Important notes:
  • There is a probability of being exposed to ticks.  Suggested precautions:  wear light colored clothing and long pants tucked into socks, plus bug repellant.
  • Also suggested:  sturdy shoes (that may get wet) and work gloves
  • The refuge has very limited parking, so everyone will meet on the Refuge property at 660 Piney Hollow Road at the big white garage (please do not block access to the garage).  There will be balloons or a cone to alert people where to assemble.  Then we will carpool back in a few cars to the actual work location, about 3 minutes away.



    		•  NOVEMBER

    VSSJ ANNUAL THANKSGIVING POTLUCK

    Sunday November 17, 2pm
    Moorestown Community House (thecommunityhouse.com)
    16 E Main St, Moorestown NJ 08057
    VSSJ potluck guidelines
    Featuring:  Speaker TBA, Silent Auction, and more!
    More details TBD
    Members:  $2; $4 family; Non-members:  $5; $10 family (to cover hall rental).
    VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for setup and cleanup.
    To volunteer, RSVP, or for more info, please contact Janet at thevssj@gmail.com or 856-596-3269


    		DECEMBER

    VSSJ HOLIDAY POTLUCK

    Date TBD
    Venue TBD
    VSSJ potluck guidelines
    Details TBD
    Members:  $2; $4 family; Non-members:  $5; $10 family (to cover hall rental).
    VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for setup and cleanup.
    To volunteer, RSVP, or for more info, please contact Janet at thevssj@gmail.com or 856-596-3269


    		UPCOMING

    VEGAN DRINKS

    Date, Time, Location (tentatively Iron Hill Brewery, Maple Shade, NJ) TBD

    VSSJ WINERY OUTING

    Date, Time, Location (tentatively Hawk Haven, Rio Grande, NJ) TBD

    COLLEGE CHILI DAY

    Date, Time, Location TBD
    Join us in an outreach opportunity serving vegan chili to hungry college students!

    Additional VOLUNTEER, TABLING, and OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES

    Date, Time, Location TBD
    If interested in participating, please contact us.  Ideas welcome!

    Additional POTLUCKS and RESTAURANT TRIPS

    Date, Time, Location TBD

    		PAST EVENTS 2013

    		JANUARY

    VEGETARIAN NEIGHBORS VEGAN WINTER SOUPS & ACCOMPANIMENTS POTLUCK

    Monday January 21, 11am-4pm
    865 N Delsea Dr, Clayton NJ 08312
    Watch the Presidential Inauguration ceremonies together at Clayton Mews.
    RSVP to Ethel Dennis at 856-341-0637.


    		FEBRUARY

    VSSJ MEMBER POTLUCK & POKER

    Saturday February 2, 5pm
    (Snow date:  Sunday February 3, 3pm)
    Pemberton Borough, NJ 08068
    Celebrate Groundhog Day with VSSJ (either once, or over and over and over ...)
    with a winter potluck and optional (play money) poker game!
    VSSJ potluck guidelines
    VSSJ members only.  No fee for this potluck.
    The hosts are respectfully requesting that children not be included in this event.
    Please RSVP to lorraine@vssj.com for address.


    VSSJ POTLUCK DINNER

    Saturday February 16, 6:30pm
    Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 61 East Rt 70, Marlton NJ 08053
    VSSJ potluck guidelines
    Members:  $2; $4 family; Non-members:  $5; $10 family (to cover hall rental).
    Attendees should park in the front of the building and enter at the steeple.
    VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for setup and cleanup.
    To volunteer, RSVP, or for more info, please contact Janet at thevssj@gmail.com or 856-596-3269


    Vegan Fine Dining
    Dinner After Dark - Hosted by the American Vegan Society

    Monday February 18, 6:30pm
    Carême's, Academy of Culinary Arts, Atlantic Cape Community College (on Rt. 322), 5100 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing NJ 08330, http://www.atlantic.edu (Carême's is by the on-campus bus stop, in Bldg M.)
    The public is invited to experience a meal of exceptional quality prepared and served by culinary students under the direction of their chef-educator.  Banish the cold in warm company!  MENU to be announced.  Dinner music sought
    Dinner seating time is 6:30 pm.  Come early for kitchen tours, and to view book table.  Reservations are requested by February 10; thereafter phone for seating availability.
    Adult: $31, Student/Low Income: $21, Supporter $50.
    (A few scholarships are available; we want you to come even if you can't afford to.)
    Phone: 856-694-2887, Fax: 856-694-2288; Mail: AVS, PO Box 369, Malaga NJ 08328
    http://americanvegan.org
    AVS accepts Visa, MasterCard & Discover/Novus, but prefers payment by check.


    		MARCH

    STAF's Annual Bucket Auction

    Thursday March 14, Doors Open:  6:30pm, Drawings:  8pm
    Washington Twp High School, Hurffville-Crosskeys Rd, Sewell NJ, in the 9-10 Cafeteria. Admission is $10, payable at the door and includes a sheet of 24 "Great Prize" tickets.  Additional tickets will be available inside.  We'll have LOTS of terrific prizes for you to bid on - gift certificates, collectibles and items for men, women, kids and pets.  Refreshments will be available for a nominal charge.  All of the prizes are donated and all of the proceeds will directly benefit local animals.
    For more information, email Maureen at mkoplow@comcast.net or call 856-853-1847.
    VSSJ NEEDS VOLUNTEERS to bake, or staff our table at the Vegan Bake Sale at this wonderful event.  Please contact carol@vssj.com if you can help.  Or just come and buy some goodies to help the animals.


    VSSJ POTLUCK DINNER

    Saturday March 16, 6:30pm
    Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 61 East Rt 70, Marlton NJ 08053
    VSSJ potluck guidelines
    Members:  $2; $4 family; Non-members:  $5; $10 family (to cover hall rental).
    Attendees should park in the front of the building and enter at the steeple.
    VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for setup and cleanup.
    To volunteer, RSVP, or for more info, please contact Janet at thevssj@gmail.com or 856-596-3269


    FREE Wegmans Vegetarian Entree Tasting Event

    Saturday March 23, 11-11:45am, 2-2:45pm, 5-5:45pm
    2100 Rt 70 West, Cherry Hill NJ 08002
    Wegmans would like to extend a special invitation to VSSJ members to enjoy an exclusive tasting of their newest chef-prepared vegetarian entrees, chat with their chef, and let them know what you think.  As a thank-you for your time, each guest will receive a $5 off coupon for your next Hot Veggie Bar purchase at Wegmans.
    View event flier
    View tasting menu
    To RSVP call Wegmans at 1-800-848-1555, (option 2), to reserve your spot today! Seating is very limited; first-come, first-served.


    		APRIL

    Vegan Fine Dining
    Spring Celebration Dinner - Hosted by the American Vegan Society

    Tuesday, April 2
    Carême's, Academy of Culinary Arts, Atlantic Cape Community College (on Rt. 322), 5100 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing NJ 08330, http://www.atlantic.edu (Carême's is by the on-campus bus stop, in Bldg M.)
    Under the direction of their Chef Educator, Culinary Arts students will prepare and serve.
    Menus will be posted at http://americanvegan.org
    Dinner music:  Caitlin, from Blu Hipp, will solo on upright bass
    Dinner seating time:  6:30pm.  Come early for kitchen tours, and to view book table.
    Reservations are requested by March 25; thereafter phone for seating availability.
    Supporter $50, Adult $31, Student/Low Income $21 (a few scholarships are available).
    Pay online at http://americanvegan.org
    Phone 856-694-2887, Fax 856-694-2288, Mail:  AVS, PO Box 369, Malaga NJ 08328
    AVS accepts Visa, MasterCard & Discover/Novus, but prefers payment by check.


    VSSJ ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING

    Friday April 5, 7pm
    Whole Foods Market, 940 Rt 70 N, Marlton NJ 08053
    Come have a free slice of pizza (vegan & vegetarian friendly) and join us for an annual overview of VSSJ.  Discussion of future events, opportunities to get involved, and more.  Tell us what you want to see from the group.  Open to all members.  To RSVP or for more info, please contact thevssj@gmail.com or Janet at 856-596-3269


    CJVG Annual Spring Potluck Dinner

    Saturday April 6, 5 PM
    Hillsborough Presbyterian Church (770 Route 206, Hillsborough).
    For each person in your party, bring a vegetarian potluck dish to serve at least 6 people.  Please bring an ingredient list.  Vegan is preferred to serve as many as possible.  Bring your own place setting (plate, fork, cup, etc.) so that we can reduce using disposables.  Bring something you want to recycle for a raffle (must be in excellent condition).
    There is no cover charge for this event.
    RSVP to CJVG by April 5th:  908-281-6388


    VSSJ HOSPITALITY DAY

    Sunday April 14, 11am-3pm
    Mt Laurel, NJ
    Join VSSJ as we help out one of our senior members with yard work and inside chores.  Lunch provided.
    VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - please contact Janet at thevssj@gmail.com or 856-596-3269


    VSSJ ANNUAL SPRING POTLUCK

    Sunday April 21, 2pm
    Moorestown Community House (thecommunityhouse.com)
    16 E Main St, Moorestown NJ 08057
    VSSJ potluck guidelines
    We will be participating in the Worldwide Vegan Bake Sale, with proceeds going to Almost Home Animal Shelter in Pennsauken, NJ (ahasnj.org)
    We will also have a raffle and/or 50/50.
    Members:  $2; $4 family; Non-members:  $5; $10 family (to cover hall rental).
    VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for setup and cleanup, and to bake.
    To volunteer, RSVP, or for more info, please contact Janet at thevssj@gmail.com or 856-596-3269


    Wellness 2013
    A Full Day Symposium to Promote Wellness & Prevent Disease

    Sunday April 21
    Fox EDU Center, 7 Carnegie Plaza, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
    Featuring nationally acclaimed and recognized authorities sharing cutting-edge insight to keep you healthy, vital and vibrant.
    Keynote Speakers:  Caldwell Esselstyn MD, JJ Virgin, Jeffrey M. Smith
    Lunch is gluten-free vegan.
    VSSJ will be tabling at this event.
    See http://wellness2013.com for details and to register.


    VSSJ TABLING at the Art Blooms in Cherry Hill Earth Day Festival

    Saturday April 27, 10am-2pm (rain or shine)
    Croft Farm – Bortons Mill & Brace Rds. Cherry Hill, NJ
    Celebrate Cherry Hill Township and Sustainable Cherry Hill’s commitment to educating and engaging residents, children, students and businesses about how sustainability affects our environment, health & wellness, economy and more.  Free admission
    http://www.sustainablecherryhill.org/get-involved/earth-day-festival VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for setup of VSSJ's table, distributing literature, and cleanup.  Please contact Heather at thevssj@gmail.com




    For all VSSJ potlucks:
    • Each individual in your party (with the exception of children under 12) brings a vegetarian* dish to share that will feed at least 6 people (vegan** dishes preferred so that all types of vegetarians may enjoy the food), along with the recipe or a list of ingredients.  Please bring your own plate, cup, and utensils if possible (we will have extra place settings) to promote recycling.
      Beverages are provided.
      *   Vegetarian = No Meat, Fish, or Gelatin.
      **  Vegan = No Meat, Fish, Dairy, Eggs, Gelatin, or Honey.
    • Please check your e-mail on the day of the event for the possibility of cancellation.  If you're not on our Yahoo e-mail list, please click on the "Mailing List" link on the left to add your name.
    • Contact Myrna at 1-877-WWW-VSSJ (877-999-8775) or write thevssj@gmail.com for additional information, directions, or to volunteer.


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