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Vegetarian Society of South Jersey
Calendar of Events, 2009
Calendar of Events, 2009
- For all 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.
- 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 visit our website at http://www.vssj.com/ to add your name (click on the "Mailing List" link).
- Contact Myrna At 1-877-WWW-VSSJ for additional information, directions or to volunteer.
- Vegetarian = No Meat or Gelatin.
- Vegan = No Meat, Dairy, Eggs, Gelatin or Honey.
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The Philadelphia Phillies; Citizens Bank Park will be offering Smart Dogs and Gardenburgers (both vegan) on the menu this coming season!
Events 2010
Volunteers Needed for VSSJ Food Booth/Tabling Events!!!
Franklin Twp Community Day - Saturday September 11, 9am-9pm. Help keep up the tradition of feeding vegan food. For more information, call Freya Dinshah at 856-694-2887. The AVS food booth will stock the VSSJ calendar of events.
Marlton Fest - Saturday October 2.
We will need volunteers from 8m-5pm to help with our food booth and informational table. Please call Janet at 856-596-3269 for more info.
| JULY |
VEGAN POTLUCK/TALK
Sunday July 4, (rain or shine) 1pm (Potluck), 2:30pm (Talk)Oak Point Picnic Area, Turkey Swamp Park
200 Georgia Rd, Freehold NJ 07728.
Animal rights activist, environmentalist & author Anthony Marr will be the speaker at this event.
Directions/park map: http://www.monmouth countyparks.com/Page.aspx?ID=2540 .
This is a covered group picnic area. Park includes hiking trails, playgrounds and boat rentals at the lake. Children are welcome!
RSVP to: Doris at VeganD@verizon.net. Reservations are appreciated, but not required.
INTERDEPENDENCE DAY BLOCK PARTY
Sunday, July 4, Noon-7pm, (Live music with Saint Mad from 1-3pm)Fernon St between 2nd & Moyamensing in South Philly.
Join Public Eye: Artists for Animals, Peace Advocacy Network, Vegan Drinks Philly and The Vegan Bus for a 4th of July block party!
The Vegan Bus is a group of activists, artists, & speakers traveling on a full-sized school bus running on waste vegetable oil. The Bus uses art, performance, and media to raise awareness of the connections between dietary choice, personal health, cultural ethics, and globally sustainable ecology.
Live music, hula hoops, face painting, arts & crafts, games for adults and children, and free vegan food samples. Bring a picnic lunch, beverages, and lawn chairs for your family.
Friendly pets welcome. There is a park at the end of the block.
For info: http://www.publiceyephilly.org.
Contact: lisa@publiceyephilly.org, 215-620-2130 or ed@peaceadvocacynetwork.org.
LINDA’S VEGAN POTLUCK DINNER PARTY
Sunday July 25, 4pm.The jacuzzi will be open, but please bring a towel.
Linda is respectfully requesting that children not be included in this event.
Please RSVP by Friday July 23 to lindavholisticliving@yahoo.com.
VSSJ BUSINESS MEETING
Friday July 30, 7pm, (Dinner: 6:30pm-optional)Whole Foods Market, 940 Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08053.
Store Phone: 856-797-1115.
Anyone interested in becoming involved with our group is welcome to attend. In addition to other matters, we will be planning the VSSJ 25th Anniversary Celebration.
For more info: carolyngithens@yahoo.com or 856-456-1279.
| AUGUST |
VEGAN SPIRITUALITY RETREAT
Saturday, August 14, 11am-3pmSaunders Woods, 1020 Waverly Rd, Gladwyne, PA 19035.
Public Eye: Artists for Animals and Vegvine.com present this retreat.
Discuss veganism as a spiritual practice and meet others who consciously choose a lifestyle based on compassion for all beings. Panel discussions, guided meditations, vegan lunch prepared by professional chefs, and a nature walk along the creek.
Free transportation from the nearest train station and childcare will be provided.
Cost:
$30 adults (some scholarships available)
$20 adult students/seniors
$15 youth (12-17)
$10 children (6-11)
free for children under 6.
To register: lisa@publiceyephilly.org, 215-620-2130.
LONG BRIDGE PARK POTLUCK PICNIC
Saturday August 21, 1pmPavilion 1, Deacon Rd, Mt Holly Bypass (Rt 541)
Hainesport, NJ 08036.
Free for members, $2 for non-members.
RSVP: lorrainebal@yahoo.com.
Maps & directions at: http://co.burlington.nj.us/pages/pages.aspx?cid=589.
| SEPTEMBER |
POTLUCK PICNIC AT COOPER RIVER
Sunday September, 26, 1pmArmitage Pavillion, South Park Dr & Rt. 130
Pensauken NJ.
(Parking lot is next to pavillion)
$2, members, $4 non-members.
RSVP to lorrainebal@yahoo.com.
ACCC FALL EQUINOX GOURMET DINNER
Monday September, 27, 6pmAtlantic Cape Community College
Academy of Culinary Arts on-campus gourmet restaurant Careme’s (Building M)
5100 Black Horse Pk/Rt 322
Mays Landing NJ 08330.
More details and menu to follow. Reservations must be made in advance by Monday September 13 with
American Vegan Society (AVS), PO Box 369, Malaga NJ 08328.
Ph: 856-694-2887, Fax: 856-694-2288.
http://www.atlantic.edu/
| OCTOBER |
PRE-HALLOWEEN VEGAN POTLUCK JAM
Saturday October 2, 7pm4300 Willis Ave, Pennsauken NJ 08109.
Dress like a rock star or as you wish. Not into costumes? Stretch out of character with a funky hat or accessory. Instruments are welcome. For more info: ljmel@earthlink.net.
VSSJ 25th ANNIVERSARY
March, 2011Vegan Food. Entertainment, Speakers, and more.
Details to follow. Volunteers needed!
For more info: carolyngithens@yahoo.com or 856-456-1279.
Past Events, 2010
| JANUARY |
VSSJ BUSINESS MEETING
Friday January 8, 7pm (Dinner: 6:30pm-optional)Whole Foods Market
940 Rt. 73, Marlton NJ 08053
Store Phone: 856-797-1115.
Anyone interested in becoming involved with our group is welcome to attend. In addition to other matters, we will be planning the VSSJ 25th Anniversary Celebration.
For more info: carolyngithens@yahoo.com or 856-456-1279.
POKER POTLUCK PARTY
Saturday January 23, 2010 • 4pm. (Snow date: Saturday January 30.)Pemberton NJ.
Play poker, enjoy great food, and participate in our Chinese Auction.
Please RSVP by Thursday January 21: lorrainebal@yahoo.com or 609-726-1040.
Lorraine is respectfully requesting that children not be included in this event.
VEGETARIAN COOKING CLASSES
Wednesdays Jan 27 - Mar 17; 7-9pmGloucester City High School Community Education,
1300 Market St (Classroom C24), Gloucester City NJ.
Learn to cook low fat, healthy, and economical vegetarian meals. Find out how to get protein and calcium from vegetables, grains, and legumes using no dairy products or eggs.
Call 856-456-4250 x2153 to register.
VSSJ BUSINESS MEETING
Friday January 29, 7pm (Dinner: 6:30pm-optional)Whole Foods Market
940 Rt. 73, Marlton NJ 08053
Store Phone: 856-797-1115.
Anyone interested in becoming involved with our group is welcome to attend. In addition to other matters, we will be planning the VSSJ 25th Anniversary Celebration.
For more info: carolyngithens@yahoo.com or 856-456-1279.
| FEBRUARY |
RESTAURANT OUTING
Sunday February 28, time revised to 4:30 pm.Norma's Mediterranean & Middle Eastern Restaurant
1347 Marlton Pike East (Rt. 70 East),
145 Barclay Farms Shopping Center,
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
Phone 856-795-1373.
We will be ordering off the menu (includes vegetarian and vegan selections) which can be viewed at http://www.NormasRestaurant.com.
Reservations are required, so please RSVP by Friday, February 26 to lorrainebal@yahoo.com or call 609-726-1040.
| MARCH |
LINDA’S GREAT AMERICAN MEAT-OUT POTLUCK
Saturday March 20, 6pm, Runnemede NJ.Please RSVP by Thursday March 18: lindavholisticliving@yahoo.com or 973-769-5828.
Linda is respectfully requesting that children not be included in this event.
SPRING CELEBRATION VEGAN gourmet dinner
Tuesday March 23, 6:30pm,(Arrive early at 5:45pm for a 6:00pm Tour of Organic Greenhouse)
Atlantic Cape Community College,
Academy of Culinary Arts on-campus gourmet restaurant Careme’s
(Building M), 5100 Black Horse Pk/Rt 322,
Mays Landing NJ 08330
http://www.atlantic.edu/. Adult: $30, Students/Low Income: $20 (Full price including gratuities).
Make reservations by March 15 with American Vegan Society, 56 Dinshah Ln, Malaga NJ 08328, Ph: 856-694-2887, Fax: 856-694-2288.
The menu is set and payment must be made in advance.
For more info and menu, visit http://www.americanvegan.org.
VSSJ BUSINESS MEETING
Friday March 26, 7pm, (Dinner: 6:30pm-optional),Whole Foods Market, 940 Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08053,
Store Phone: 856-797-1115.
Anyone interested in becoming involved with our group is welcome to attend. In addition to other matters, we will be planning the VSSJ 25th Anniversary Celebration.
For more info: carolyngithens@yahoo.com or 856-456-1279.
| APRIL |
SPRING POTLUCK LUNCH
Sunday April 11, 2pmMoorestown Community House, 16 E. Main St,
Moorestown NJ 08057. $5 members, $8 non-members.
For more info: carolyngithens@yahoo.com or 856-456-1279.
VSSJ BUSINESS MEETING
Friday April 30, 7pm, (Dinner: 6:30pm-optional)Whole Foods Market
940 Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08053
Store Phone: 856-797-1115.
Anyone interested in becoming involved with our group is welcome to attend. In addition to other matters, we will be planning the VSSJ 25th Anniversary Celebration.
For more info: carolyngithens@yahoo.com or 856-456-1279.
| MAY |
LINDA'S VEGAN BRUNCH POTLUCK
Sunday, May 2, 11amRunnemede NJ.
Please RSVP by Thursday April 29: lindavholisticliving@yahoo.com or 973-769-5828.
Jacuzzi will be open and ready for guests. For anyone interested in using the Jacuzzi, please bring a towel.
Linda is respectfully requesting that children not be included in this event.
KAYA’S KITCHEN DINNER OUTING
Saturday May 15, 4:45pm817 Belmar Plaza, Belmar NJ 07719,
Ph: 732-280-1141.
Eclectic all-veg cuisine. View menu at http://www.kayaskitchennj.com/contact.htm .
RSVP to Central Jersey Vegetarian Group (CJVG) at 908-281-6388.
VEGGIE PRIDE PARADE
Sunday May 16, 2010Greenwich Village, NY.
The procession will begin at 12 Noon in the Old Meat District. Line up time is 11:00am.
It will culminate in Union Square Park (Eastern end), with a festival of rock music, speakers and exhibitors.
For details, visit http://www.veggieprideparade.org/ Ph: 212-242-0011.
If traveling from South Jersey, contact American Vegan Society at 856-694-2887 to carpool together.
CANCELED ==>
FOOD FOR LIFE VEG COOKING EXTRAVAGANZA
Saturday May 22, 8:30am-6pm <== CANCELED
VSSJ BUSINESS MEETING
Friday May 28, 7pm, (Dinner: 6:30pm-optional)Whole Foods Market, 940 Rt 73
Marlton NJ 08053
Store Phone: 856-797-1115.
Anyone interested in becoming involved with our group is welcome to attend. In addition to other matters, we will be planning the VSSJ 25th Anniversary Celebration.
For more info: carolyngithens@yahoo.com or 856-456-1279.
AMERICAN VEGAN SOCIETY’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY GARDEN PARTY
Sunday May 30- 12 Noon: Outdoor Lunch,
- 2pm: Afternoon Program,
- 11am-6pm: Bookroom/DVD Sale
AVS HQ, 56 Dinshah Lane, Malaga NJ 08328.
Ph: 856-694-2887.
Speakers:
- Christina Pirello, MFN, CCN (author/cooking show hostess),
- Dr. Andy Mars (educator at vegan school/camp)
- Scoville Blues Band.
Suggested donation: $25.
Lunch reservation deadline: Tues. May 25.
For more info: http://www.americanvegan.org/.
| JUNE |
VEGAN NETWORKING POTLUCK PARTY
Saturday June 5, 6pm693 5th St, Atco NJ 08004.
Everyone is invited. Bring your business card.
RSVP: Call Steve at 856-767-8807 or email lactovo@yahoo.com.
Steve is respectfully requesting that children not be included in this event.
VSSJ BUSINESS MEETING
Friday June 25, 7pm, (Dinner: 6:30pm-optional)Whole Foods Market, 940 Rt 73
Marlton NJ 08053
Store Phone: 856-797-1115.
Anyone interested in becoming involved with our group is welcome to attend.
In addition to other matters, we will be planning the VSSJ 25th Anniversary Celebration.
For more info: carolyngithens@yahoo.com or 856-456-1279.
CANCELLED ==>
SINGAPORE KOSHER VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT
Sunday, June 27, 4pm
<== CANCELLED