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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 March 28, 6:30pm, Marlton, NJ. To RSVP or for more info, please contact thevssj@gmail.com or Janet at 856-596-3269.| MARCH |
VEGETARIAN NEIGHBORS VEGAN POTLUCK and
DOCUMENTARY FILM SHOWING OF VEGUCATED
Sunday March 2, 4:00pmCreating 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, 6:30pmPrince 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: 8pmWashington 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, 7pmWoodbury 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).
CJVG Annual Spring Potluck Dinner
Saturday April 5, 5pmHillsborough 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, 2pmMoorestown Community House (thecommunityhouse.com)
16 E Main St, Moorestown NJ 08057
Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines.
We will also have a raffle and/or 50/50.
VSSJ 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 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.)
Details soon.
VSSJ FREE LECTURE SERIES
Thursday April 24, 7pmCherry 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 101”
Presenter: Dr. Janet Erickson, President of VSSJ. In celebration of her 30th year being vegetarian, Dr. Erickson will be providing this interesting talk.
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 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/CJVG DINNER at KAYA'S KITCHEN
Date TBD1000 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 by TBD to VSSJ: thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341), or to CJVG: 908-281-6388
VSSJ POTLUCK DINNER & RECIPE SWAP
Saturday May 17, 6:30pmPrince of Peace Lutheran Church, 61 East Rt 70, Marlton NJ 08053
Please review the VSSJ potluck guidelines.
Bring your favorite recipe!
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.
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, NoonAVS 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 |
VSSJ POTLUCK PICNIC
Sunday June 8, 1 pmHistoric Smithville Park, 803 Smithville Rd, Eastampton, NJ 08060
Join VSSJ for a potluck picnic at this Burlington County park, which is woodsy and has several miles of nice hiking trails plus 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).
(Tentative) VSSJ TABLING - Burlington County Farmer's Market
Saturday, Date TBD, 8:30am-1pm500 Centerton Rd (@ Hartford Rd), Moorestown, NJ 08057
(Tentative) VSSJ TABLING - Burlington County Earth Fair
Sunday June 22, 10:30am-4pmHistoric Smithville Park, 803 Smithville Rd, Eastampton, NJ 08060
(Tentative) VSSJ TABLING - 31st Annual Whitesbog Blueberry Festival
Saturday June 28 (?), 10am-4pm120 Whitesbog Rd, Browns Mills, NJ 08015
| JULY |
NAVS Vegetarian Summerfest 2014 (40th Anniversary)
Wednesday July 2 - Sunday July 6 Johnstown, PAFor info, visit vegetariansummerfest.org
CJVG Annual Potluck Picnic
Saturday July 12, 2pmDuke Island Park (Jaycee Grove), Old York Rd, Bridgewater, NJ
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.
(Tentative) VSSJ TABLING - Burlington County Farmer's Market
Saturday, Date TBD, 8:30am-1pm500 Centerton Rd (@ Hartford Rd), Moorestown, NJ 08057
| AUGUST |
(Tentative) VSSJ TABLING - Burlington County Farmer's Market
Saturday, Date TBD, 8:30am-1pm500 Centerton Rd (@ Hartford Rd), Moorestown, NJ 08057
| SEPTEMBER |
VSSJ FOOD BOOTH AT 22nd Annual Franklin Twp Community Day
Saturday September 6, 9am until duskMary 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, 1pmLong 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: FREE; non-members: $2, $5 family (to cover pavilion reservation fee).
To RSVP or for more info, please contact us at thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341).
VSSJ/CJVG BRUNCH at KAYA'S KITCHEN
Date TBD1000 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 by TBD to VSSJ: thevssj@gmail.com or 609-848-VEG1 (8341), or to CJVG: 908-281-6388
| OCTOBER |
VSSJ POTLUCK DINNER
Date/Time TBDVenue TBD
Details coming soon
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).
(Tentative) VSSJ TABLING - Stratford Fall Festival
Saturday October 4, 10am-4pmStratford, NJ 08084
(Tentative) VSSJ TABLING - 25th Annual Bordentown Cranberry Festival
1st weekend in October (?)Bordentown, NJ 08084
(Tentative) VSSJ TABLING - Autumn in Moorestown Festival
Saturday October 11 (?)Moorestown, NJ 08057
(Tentative) VSSJ TABLING - 30th Annual Chatsworth Cranberry Festival
Saturday October 18 & Sunday October 19, 9am-4pm (?)Chatsworth, NJ
(Tentative) VSSJ TABLING - The Country Living Fair at Batsto Village
Sunday October 19, 9am-4pmBatsto, NJ
| NOVEMBER |
VSSJ ANNUAL THANKSGIVING POTLUCK
(Tentative) Saturday November 15, 4pmHoly Trinity Lutheran Church, 1308 Burlington-Mt Holly Rd (Rte 541), Burlington, NJ 08016
Details coming soon.
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).
| DECEMBER |
VSSJ HOLIDAY POTLUCK
Date/Time TBDVenue TBD
Details coming soon
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).
VSSJ MEMBER NEW YEAR'S POTLUCK
TBD - Wednesday December 31, 9pm OR Thursday January 1, 2pmLocation TBD
Bring in the New Year with VSSJ!
VSSJ potluck guidelines.
VSSJ members only. No fee for this potluck.
Please RSVP to thevssj@gmail.com for address.
| 2015 |
TBD
| to be scheduled |
VEGAN DRINKS
Date, Time, Location (tentatively Iron Hill Brewery, Maple Shade, NJ) TBDVSSJ WINERY OUTING
Date, Time, Location (tentatively Hawk Haven Vineyard & Winery, Rio Grande, NJ; Valenzano Winery, Shamong, NJ; and/or Renault Winery, Eqq Harbor City, NJ) TBDCOLLEGE CHILI DAY
Date, Time, Location TBDJoin us in an outreach opportunity serving vegan chili to hungry college students!
Additional VOLUNTEER, TABLING, and OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES
Date, Time, Location TBDVOLUNTEERS NEEDED for setup of VSSJ's table, distributing literature, and cleanup. Please contact Heather at thevssj@gmail.com. Ideas welcome!
Additional POTLUCKS and RESTAURANT TRIPS
Date, Time, Location TBD
| PAST EVENTS 2014 |
| JANUARY |
VSSJ MEMBER NEW YEAR'S DAY POTLUCK
Wednesday January 1, 2014, 2pm - 5pmMarlton, 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, 2pm1560 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 Friday, January 10.
VSSJ POTLUCK DINNER & TALK
Saturday January 18, 7pmMoorestown 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, 3pmMarlton 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 MEMBER 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.
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.