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Vegetarian Society of South Jersey
Calendar of Events, 2014

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Everyone is welcome!  VSSJ events are open to the public, except when noted as members only.  Please check your email on the day of the event for the possibility of cancellation.  If you're not on our Yahoo email list, please click on the "Mailing List" link on the left to add your name.  Please contact VSSJ at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341) for additional information, directions, or to volunteer.

VSSJ BUSINESS MEETINGS

Discussion of future events, opportunities to get involved, and more.  Tell us what you want to see from the group.  Open to all members.  Next meeting:  Friday August 1, 6:30pm, Cherry Hill, NJ.  To RSVP or for more info, please contact thevssj@gmail.com or Janet at 856-596-3269.

JULY

FARMER’S MARKET INFORMATIONAL TABLING

Fridays, 11am-3pm
Whole Foods Market, Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08053.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to help at VSSJ's information table.
Please contact us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

NAVS Vegetarian Summerfest 2014 (40th Anniversary)

Wednesday July 2 - Sunday July 6
Johnstown, PA
For info, visit vegetariansummerfest.org

CJVG Annual Potluck Picnic

Saturday July 12, 2pm
Duke Island Park (Jaycee Grove), Old York Rd, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
For each person in your party, bring a vegetarian potluck dish to serve at least 6 people.  Please bring an ingredient list and your own place setting (plate, fork, cup, etc.) so that we can reduce using disposables.  Vegan is preferred to serve as many as possible.
CJVG will provide beverages and grill items.  Bring lawn chairs and games.
RSVP to CJVG by July 11:  908-281-6388.  Rain date 7/19 (RSVP by 7/18).

VSSJ LATE LUNCH at GREEN MEDLEY

Saturday July 19, 2pm
1560 Moorestown Mall, Moorestown, NJ 08057
Join VSSJ for a trip to this vegetarian (mostly vegan) restaurant.
Please review the VSSJ restaurant trip guidelines.
Please RSVP to thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341) by Thursday, July 17.

VSSJ MEMBERS ONLY POTLUCK and GAME NIGHT

*** POSTPONED ***


 AUGUST

FARMER’S MARKET INFORMATIONAL TABLING

Fridays, 11am-3pm
Whole Foods Market, Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08053.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to help at VSSJ's information table.
Please contact us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

VSSJ LUNCH & WINERY TRIP

Saturday August 16 - lunch at 12 noon, winery at 2pm
Shamong Diner - 7 Willow Grove Road, Shamong NJ, 08088
Valenzano Winery - 1090 Rt 206, Shamong, NJ 08088
Join VSSJ for a fun afternoon, starting with lunch at a vegan-friendly diner, and continuing with a wine tasting of animal product-free wines!
Please review the VSSJ restaurant trip guidelines.
Please RSVP to thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341) by Thursday, August 14.

VSSJ MEMBERS ONLY POTLUCK

Saturday August 23, 4pm-8pm
Judi & Marc's house, Marlton, NJ 08053
Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines.
VSSJ members only.  No fee for this potluck.
The hosts are respectfully requesting that children not be included in this event.
Space is limited, so please RSVP by 8/21 to thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341). 

SEPTEMBER

VSSJ FOOD BOOTH AT 22nd Annual Franklin Twp Community Day

Saturday September 6, 9am until dusk
Mary F. Janvier School, Pennsylvania Ave & Rt 538 (Coles Mill Rd), Franklinville, NJ 08322
Come out for the fun - Entertainment, Crafters, Information Tables, Vegan Food
Fireworks will take place at dusk and entertainment will take place up to that point.
VSSJ NEEDS VOLUNTEERS FOR THE FOOD BOOTH.
Contact carolyngithens@yahoo.com if you would like to volunteer.
Rain Date:  Sunday September 7

VSSJ POTLUCK PICNIC

Saturday September 13, 1pm
Long Bridge Park, Pavilion 3, Deacon Rd & Mt Holly Bypass (Rt 541), Hainesport, NJ 08036
Join VSSJ for our annual potluck picnic at this Burlington County park, which is woodsy and has several miles of nice hiking trails.  We'll have a covered pavilion, so this event is rain or shine.
Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines.
Members:  $1; non-members:  $3, $8 family (to cover pavilion reservation fee).
Be green:  get $1 off ($3 family) if you bring reusable place settings!
To RSVP or for more info, please contact us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

VSSJ DINNER at WILDFLOWER EARTHLY VEGAN FARE

Friday September 19, 7pm
501 N High St, Village on High, Millville, NJ 08332, http://wildflowervegan.com
Join VSSJ for a trip to this all-vegan restaurant in Millville's Glasstown Arts District on Millville's Third Friday - art exhibitions, live music, theatre, dining, and shopping.
Please RSVP by 9/17 to thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

VSSJ/CJVG EARLY DINNER at KAYA'S KITCHEN

(tentative) Saturday September 26, 4pm
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-vegan (as of 8/2013!) restaurant with eclectic cuisine.
Please RSVP (required) by 9/24 to VSSJ:  thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341), or to CJVG:  908-281-6388

OCTOBER

VSSJ FREE LECTURE SERIES

Wednesday, Date & Time TBD
Venue TBD
Subject:  You Are What You Eat
Presenter:  Horatio Daub, MD

This event is FREE and open to the public, so invite a friend!
Vegetarian starter kits and food samples will be provided!
To volunteer, RSVP, or for more info, please contact us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

VSSJ TABLING - Stratford Fall Festival

Saturday October 4, 10am-4pm
Stratford, NJ 08084
Event Facebook page
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for setup of VSSJ's table, distributing literature, and cleanup.  Please contact us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341)

VSSJ POTLUCK DINNER

Saturday October 18, 6:30pm
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 61 East Rt 70, Marlton NJ 08053
Details coming soon
Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines.
VSSJ members:  $3; $8 family; Non-members:  $6; $15 family (to cover hall rental).
Be green:  get $1 off ($3 family) if you bring reusable place settings!
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 us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

VSSJ VOLUNTEER DAY

Saturday October 25, Time TBD
Details TBD - please reserve the date!

NOVEMBER

VSSJ ANNUAL THANKSGIVING POTLUCK

(Tentative) Saturday November 15, 4pm
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 1308 Burlington-Mt Holly Rd (Rte 541), Burlington, NJ 08016
Details coming soon.
Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines.
VSSJ members:  $3; $8 family; Non-members:  $6; $15 family (to cover hall rental).
Be green:  get $1 off ($3 family) if you bring reusable place settings!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for setup and cleanup.
To volunteer, RSVP, or for more info, please contact us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

DECEMBER

VSSJ HOLIDAY POTLUCK

Saturday December 13, 6:30pm
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 61 East Rt 70, Marlton NJ 08053
Details coming soon
Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines.
VSSJ members:  $3; $8 family; Non-members:  $6; $15 family (to cover hall rental).
Be green:  get $1 off ($3 family) if you bring reusable place settings!
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 us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

VSSJ MEMBERS ONLY NEW YEAR'S POTLUCK

Thursday January 1, 2pm
Marlton, NJ 08053
Bring in the New Year with VSSJ!
VSSJ potluck guidelines.
VSSJ members only.  No fee for this potluck.
Please RSVP to thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341) for address.

2015

TBD

 to be scheduled

VEGAN DRINKS

Date, Time, Location (tentatively Iron Hill Brewery, Maple Shade, 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
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for setup of VSSJ's table, distributing literature, and cleanup.  Please contact Heather at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).  Ideas welcome!

Additional POTLUCKS

Date, Time, Location TBD
Interested in hosting a potluck?  We're especially interested in holding potlucks in other areas, including down the shore.  Please contact VSSJ at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

Additional RESTAURANT TRIPS

Date, Time, Location TBD
Ideas welcome!  Please contact VSSJ at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

PAST EVENTS 2014

JANUARY

VSSJ MEMBERS ONLY NEW YEAR'S DAY POTLUCK

Wednesday January 1, 2014, 2pm - 5pm
Marlton, NJ 08053 (address will be provided upon RSVP)
Bring in the New Year with VSSJ!  VSSJ members only.  No fee for this potluck.
Janet and Arnold have graciously opened their home for this event, but space is limited, so please RSVP by 12/30 to thevssj@gmail.com.  After the 30th, call or text Janet at 856-287-4609 to see if space is available.
The hosts are respectfully requesting that children not be included in this event.
Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines.
Followed by a VSSJ business meeting at 5pm (all members welcome).

VSSJ LATE LUNCH at GREEN MEDLEY

Saturday January 11, 2pm
1560 Moorestown Mall, Moorestown, NJ 08057
Join VSSJ for a trip to this new vegetarian (mostly vegan) restaurant.
Please review the VSSJ restaurant trip guidelines.
Please RSVP to thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341) by Thursday, January 10.

VSSJ POTLUCK DINNER & TALK

Saturday January 18, 7pm
Moorestown Community House (thecommunityhouse.com)
16 E Main St, Moorestown NJ 08057
In celebration of her 30th year being vegetarian, Dr. Janet Erickson, President of VSSJ, will be presenting an interesting talk:  "Tired of Being Sick and Tired?  What you can do to dramatically improve your health."
There will also be a 50-50 raffle and samples from Sweet Freedom Bakery.
Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines.
VSSJ 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 us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

FEBRUARY

Winter Dinner Buffet - Hosted by the American Vegan Society

Wednesday February 5 & Thursday February 6, 6:30pm
(You may choose to attend on Wednesday or Thursday.
Reserve early for this popular event.)
The American Vegan Society will host this Winter Dinner Buffet at
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 students will prepare and serve a gourmet buffet.
Dinner begins at 6:30 pm.  Kitchens Tour: 5:45 pm.  Come early to view Book Table!
Dinner Music by Robert “Sitar Bob” Price and percussionist Lisa Melian.
Adult: $32, Student/Low Income: $22, Supporter $50.
Prices include a gratuity to assist students with their ACCC culinary education.
American Vegan Society welcomes donations for its educational programs, including books for culinary students of the evening.  AVS is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit.  Donations are tax-deductible.
Pay online (PayPal, Credit Card), by mail (check), phone or fax (credit card).
American Vegan Society | PO Box 369, Malaga NJ 08328 | Phone: 856-694-2887 | Fax 856-694-2288 | http://americanvegan.org
Reservations are requested by January 27; thereafter phone for seating availability.


VSSJ HEARTY SOUP COOKING CLASS

Saturday February 8, 3pm
Marlton NJ 08053
CLASS IS FULL
In celebration of her 30th year as a Vegetarian, Dr. Janet Erickson, President of VSSJ, will be facilitating this class.  Learn about and participate in cooking a variety of delicious soups that are packed with nutrition and loaded with vegetables for a heart-healthy meal!  They are completely meat-free without dairy or eggs (vegan).  Enjoy plenty of sampling, then pick your favorite to eat for dinner!!


VSSJ MEMBERS ONLY POTLUCK and GAME NIGHT

Saturday February 22, 4pm
(Snowdate - Sunday February 23, 4pm)
Lorraine & Steve's house, Pemberton Borough, NJ 08068
Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines.
We'll have a bunch of games, but feel free to bring one you'd like to play.
VSSJ members only.  No fee for this potluck.
The hosts are respectfully requesting that children under 12 not be included in this event.
Space is limited, so please RSVP by 2/20 to thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).  After the 20th, call 609-848-VEG1 (8341) to see if space is available.

MARCH

VEGETARIAN NEIGHBORS VEGAN POTLUCK and
DOCUMENTARY FILM SHOWING OF VEGUCATED

Sunday March 2, 4:00pm
Creating Health LLC, 4 LaSalle Dr, Vineland, NJ 08360
Vegetarian Neighbors (part of VSSJ) is back in town!
There will be a special showing of the documentary film Vegucated: "the rapid and at times comedic evolution of three people who agree to adopt a vegan diet for six weeks.", at 5pm, followed by Q&A and discussion.
Come and share fellowship with other vegetarians and vegans.
Please bring a vegan dish that serves at least 6 with a list of the ingredients or the recipe, as well as your own place setting, eating utensils & serving spoons.
Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines.
We ask you to pre-register so we will know how many are coming.  Please contact Gayle at 413-522-8258 or gemd4100@yahoo.com.

VSSJ POTLUCK DINNER and VEGAN BAKE SALE

Saturday March 15, 6:30pm
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 61 East Rt 70, Marlton NJ 08053
Vegan bake sale to benefit Animal Friends Furever, http://aff.petfinder.com.  VSSJ is participating in the Worldwide Vegan Bake Sale (http://veganbakesale.org).  All are welcome for the bake sale, at 6:30pm.  Contributions for the bake sale are welcome!
Please bring a non-dessert contribution for the potluck.
Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines.
VSSJ 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, and to bake.
To volunteer, RSVP, or for more info, please contact us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

Save the Animals Foundation (STAF) Annual Bucket Auction

Thursday March 20, 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 for the Vegan Bake Sale at this wonderful event.  Please contact us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341) if you can help.  Or just come and buy some goodies to help the animals.

APRIL

VSSJ FREE LECTURE SERIES

Wednesday April 2, 7pm
Woodbury Public Library
33 Delaware St, Woodbury, NJ 08096 | 856-845-2611
Subject:  "Spring Into Health - Easy Ways to Increase Your Energy with Diet, Activity, and Lifestyle Changes"
Presenter:  Jim Ronga, DC, chiropractic health care practitioner at the Haddonfield Chiropractic Center, and adjunct professor at Peirce College in Philadelphia.

This event is FREE and open to the public, so invite a friend!
Sample healthy snacks and browse VSSJ literature table!
View Event Flyer (pdf)
To volunteer, RSVP, or for more info, please contact us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

VEGETARIAN NEIGHBORS VEGAN POTLUCK and
GAME NIGHT

Friday April 4, 6pm
American Vegan Society (AVS) Headquarters, 56 Dinshah Ln, Malaga NJ 08328
6pm vegan bookstore open; 7pm dinner; 8pm games (Scrabble, Triominos, and more); bookstore will also be open after dinner.
Join us for a Vegan Potluck & Games with great food, conversations, and board games.
Please bring a vegan dish that serves at least 6 with a list of the ingredients or the recipe, as well as your own place setting, eating utensils & serving spoons.
For more info, contact:  American Vegan Society, 856-694-2887
Come and share fellowship with other vegetarians and vegans.
Vegetarian Neighbors is part of the Vegetarian Society of South Jersey (VSSJ).
Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines.

CJVG Annual Spring Potluck Dinner

Saturday April 5, 5pm
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 and your own place setting (plate, fork, cup, etc.) so that we can reduce using disposables..  Vegan is preferred to serve as many as possible.  Bring something that you want to recycle for our raffle (must be in excellent condition).
To help cover hall rental:  $5 donation per person.
RSVP to CJVG by April 4th:  908-281-6388

VSSJ ANNUAL SPRING POTLUCK

Sunday April 13, 2pm
Moorestown Community House (thecommunityhouse.com)
16 E Main St, Moorestown NJ 08057
Celebrate spring with VSSJ at this beautiful facility!  We will also have a 50/50 raffle.
Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines.
VSSJ members:  $2; $5 family; Non-members:  $5; $12 family (to cover hall rental).
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for setup and cleanup.
To volunteer, RSVP, or for more info, please contact us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

Full Moon Banquet Dinner - Hosted by the American Vegan Society

Monday April 14 & Tuesday April 15, 6:30pm
(You may choose to attend on Monday or Tuesday.)
The American Vegan Society (AVS) will host this Full Moon Dinner at Carême’s, Academy of Culinary Arts, Atlantic Cape Community College, 5100 Black Horse Pike (Rt. 322), 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 students will prepare and serve a gourmet buffet.
Dinner begins at 6:30 pm.  Kitchens Tour: 5:45 pm.  Come early to view Book Table!
Dinner Music by Jug Paradise: Moongrass, American String Band.
Adult: $32, Student/Low Income: $22, Supporter $50.
Prices include a gratuity to assist students with their ACCC culinary education.  AVS welcomes donations for its educational programs, including books for culinary students of the evening.  AVS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.&nsbp; Donations are tax-deductible.
Pay online (PayPal, Credit Card), by mail (check), phone or fax (credit card).
American Vegan Society | PO Box 369, Malaga NJ 08328 | Phone: 856-694-2887 | Fax 856-694-2288 | http://americanvegan.org
Reservations are requested by April 7; thereafter phone for seating availability.

VSSJ FREE LECTURE SERIES

Thursday April 24, 7pm
Cherry Hill Public Library, Conference Center
1100 Kings Highway N, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-1911 | 856-667-0300 | info@chplnj.org
Subject:  Benefits of a Plant-based Diet
Presenter:  Jim Ronga, DC, chiropractic health care practitioner at the Haddonfield Chiropractic Center, and adjunct professor at Peirce College in Philadelphia.

This event is FREE and open to the public, so invite a friend!
Vegetarian starter kits and food samples will be provided!
View Event Flyer (pdf)
To volunteer, RSVP, or for more info, please contact us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

VSSJ TABLING at the Cherry Hill Earth Festival

Saturday April 26, 10am-2pm (rain or shine)
Croft Farm – 100 Bortons Mill Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
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 us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).


 MAY

VSSJ COOKING CLASS

Saturday May 3, 3pm
Marlton NJ 08053
Back by popular demand, Dr. Janet Erickson, President of VSSJ, will be facilitating this class, "I created some great nutritionally-packed recipes that are both simple and delicious!"  Everything is completely meat-free without dairy or eggs (vegan).  Enjoy plenty of sampling!!
Space is limited, so register now to reserve a spot.  Pre-payment is required.
After April 26, call to see if space is available.  For more info, please call Janet at 856-596-3269, or send email to thevssj@gmail.com
Price:  VSSJ members:  $20; Non-members:  $25.  Once registered, you will receive details thru email - please include your phone number when registering.

VEGETARIAN NEIGHBORS POTLUCK

Saturday May 10, 4pm
Hosted by John & Betsy Waterhouse, 31 Willow Lane, Pittsgrove, NJ 08318
See organic garden & greenhouses!
Vegetarian Neighbors is part of the Vegetarian Society of South Jersey (VSSJ).
Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines.
An RSVP is requested for this event.  For more info, contact:  Gayle, 413-522-8258

VSSJ POTLUCK DINNER & RECIPE SWAP

Saturday May 17, 6:30pm
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 61 East Rt 70, Marlton NJ 08053
Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines.
Bring your favorite recipe!
VSSJ members:  $2; $5 family; Non-members:  $5; $12 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 us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

American Vegan Society (AVS) Annual Vegan Garden Party

Sunday May 25, Noon
AVS Headquarters, 56 Dinshah Ln, Malaga NJ 08328
Noon:  Outdoor Lunch; Program:  2pm
AVS Books Room Sale 11am-6pm:  Books, DVDs, Videos, and Posters.
Register by May 21
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

FARMER’S MARKET INFORMATIONAL TABLING

Fridays, 11am-3pm
Whole Foods Market, Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08053.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to help at VSSJ's information table.
Please contact us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

VSSJ/CJVG LUNCH at KAYA'S KITCHEN

Sunday June 1, 2pm
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.
Please RSVP (required) by 5/31 to VSSJ:  thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341), or to CJVG:  908-281-6388

VSSJ FREE LECTURE SERIES

Thursday June 5, 6:30pm
Margaret E. Heggan Public Library
606 Delsea Dr, Sewell NJ 08080
Subject:  Spring into a Healthy Summer - Plant-Based Diet, Seasonal Exercises, Healthy Hydration, “Cool” Lifestyle Recommendations
Presenter:  Jim Ronga, DC, chiropractic health care practitioner at the Haddonfield Chiropractic Center, and adjunct professor at Peirce College in Philadelphia.

This event is FREE and open to the public, so invite a friend!
Sample healthy snacks and browse VSSJ literature table!
Advance phone or online registration is required
Please call 856-589-3334 or go to Events at hegganlibrary.org
View Event Flyer (pdf)
To volunteer or for more info, please contact us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

VSSJ POTLUCK PICNIC

Sunday June 8, 1 pm
Historic Smithville Park, Eastampton, NJ 08060
Pavilion 3, at the Smith's Woods area off East Railroad Ave
Join VSSJ for a potluck picnic at this Burlington County park, which is woodsy and has several miles of nice hiking trails, a playground, and historic buildings.  We'll have a covered pavilion, so this event is rain or shine.
Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines.
VSSJ members:  FREE; non-members:  $2, $5 family (to cover pavilion reservation fee).
To RSVP or for more info, please email thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

1st Annual Philly VegFest

Saturday June 14, 11am-4pm
The Shambles, 2nd & Pine, Philadelphia
For info, visit thehumaneleague.com/phillyvegfest

VSSJ TABLING - Burlington County Earth Fair

Sunday June 22, 10:30am-4pm
Historic Smithville Park, 803 Smithville Rd, Eastampton, NJ 08060
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for setup of VSSJ's table, distributing literature, and cleanup.  Please contact us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).

VSSJ TABLING - 31st Annual Whitesbog Blueberry Festival

Saturday June 28, 10am-4pm
120 Whitesbog Rd, Browns Mills, NJ 08015
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for setup of VSSJ's table, distributing literature, and cleanup.  Please contact us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341)


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.  Because of past issues with people not having enough to eat, please bring at least as much as your family is going to eat.  VSSJ provides beverages, so please provide a food contribution.  To promote recycling, VSSJ encourages you to bring your own plate, cup, and utensils if possible (we will have extra place settings).  Due to safety issues, children under 12 must be under parental supervision at all times.  Please make sure to check in at the door when you arrive.
*   Vegetarian = No Meat, Fish, or Gelatin.
**  Vegan = No Meat, Fish, Dairy, Eggs, Gelatin, or Honey.

Not sure what to bring?  Easy options include:  garden salad, fruit salad, hummus with chips or crudités.  For a list of recipe sites, visit http://recipes.njveg.com.  Write us at thevssj@gmail.com for more suggestions.

For all VSSJ retaurant trips:

Reservations must be placed with VSSJ, at least 24 hours before the event.  Out of fairness to the restaurant, cancellations are requested at least 24 hours in advance.  Please plan to pay in cash.  When we dine at non-vegetarian restaurants, only vegetarian dishes may be ordered.



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