The VRG's Maryland Newsletter by Mary H. April 2012 ********************************************************************* 1) CANDLE 79 ANNIVERSARY DINNER - MAY 6TH IN NYC 2) VISIT THE VRG's BOOTHS AT THESE UPCOMING EVENTS 3) VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 4) VRG'S ANNUAL ESSAY CONTEST - DEADLINE MAY 10TH 5) SPECIAL SPRING OFFER FOR 'VEGANS KNOW HOW TO PARTY' 6) VRG IN THE NEWS 7) MILITARY PEN PAL 8) VEGETARIAN RADIO EPISODE By Amanda M., VRG Intern 9) SHARING VEGAN TIPS AT A WOMEN'S SHELTER By Amanda G., VRG INTERN 10) VEGAN COOKING CLASSES - FAIRFAX STATION, VA 11) UPCOMING LOCAL VEG HAPPENINGS 12) VEGAN DINNER DURING 2012 ACADEMY of NUTRITION and DIETETICS CONFERENCE IN PHILADELPHIA ********************************************************************* 1) 30TH ANNIVERSARY LUNCH AT CANDLE 79 IN NYC, SUNDAY MAY 6TH Celebrate with us at Candle 79 and hear about current and upcoming projects! Sunday May 6, 2:30-4:30 PM Candle 79 154 East 79th Street at Lexington Avenue New York, NY 10021 PRICE $35 for paid-up VRG members $50 for non-members *Price includes tax and gratuity. Drinks are not included. The 100% vegan menu includes: APPETIZERS Steamed Dumplings Angel's Nachos ENTR�E (choice of one) Stuffed Avocado Salad Black Bean-Pumpkin Seed Burger Spaghetti & Wheat Balls Home-Style Pancakes Seitan Picatta DESSERT Fruit Crumb Pie vanilla ice cream Chocolate Mousse Pie To reserve your seat: Pay online at [ http://www.vrg.org/donate ] (write �Candle 79 dinner� and the names of the guests attending in the 'Comments' section) You can also reserve by calling (410) 366-8343 Monday to Friday, 9-5 If anyone is interested in carpooling from Baltimore please email Mary, [email protected] We look forward to seeing you there! [ http://www.vrg.org/blog/2012/04/04/join-vrg-for-our-30th-anniversary-lunch-at-candle-79-manhattan-may-6/ ] [ http://candle79.com/ ] ********************************************************************* 2) VISIT THE VRG's BOOTHS AT THESE UPCOMING EVENTS Festival season is here! We would be thrilled if you came by our booth to talk with VRG volunteers, check out our special book offers, and take home free handouts & magazines! Volunteers are still needed for these events, if you would like to sign up, please email Mary at [email protected] Baltimore Vegetarian Festival April 28 in Baltimore, MD [ http://www.thehumaneleague.com/BaltimoreVegFest/index.htm ] Childhood Obesity Awareness Health Fair May 5 in Bowie, MD [ http://www.hisworldwidecommunity.org/wwcevents.htm ] Chicago Green Festival May 5 � 6 in Chicago, IL [ http://www.greenfestivals.org/chicago/ ] VRG�s 30th Anniversary Lunch at Candle 79 May 6 in New York, NY [ http://www.vrg.org/blog/2012/03/13/vrgs-30th-anniversary-lunch-at-candle-79-manhattan-may-6/ ] Veggie Pride Parade May 27 in New York, NY [ http://www.veggieprideparade.org ] Richmond Vegetarian Festival June 2 in Richmond, VA [ http://www.veggiefest.org/ ] Animal Rights National Conference 2012 August 2 - 5 in Alexandria, VA [ http://www.arconference.org/ ] DC Veg Fest September 22 in Washington, DC [ http://dcvegfest.com/ ] ADA/AND Food and Nutrition Conference 2012 October 6-9 Philadelphia, PA [ http://www.eatright.org/fnce/ ] ********************************************************************* 3) VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES We would like to extend our greatest gratitude to Rammy, Cara, and Dorothy who came to the office on March 17th for Volunteer Day and helped with a mass mailing. Another shout out of tremendous thanks to Jenny, Amanda M., Amanda G., and Dorothy for their help with our booth at the SCAN Conference in Baltimore's Inner Harbor on April 20th & 21st. Spring and summer festival planning is underway! There are a dozen opportunities to get behind the booth and promote vegetarian and vegan lifestyles with The VRG in the Baltimore area and nearby cities. Our Vegetarian Restaurant Guide is in need of a monitor to keep track of restaurant openings, closings, and updates. We print hundreds of guides each year to distribute at outreach events. Looking ahead to the fall, we would like to involve volunteers in the planning of our Annual Thanksgiving Potluck. We can always use extra help with clerical tasks in our office between the hours 9-5, Monday through Friday. For more information about these and other volunteer opportunities email Mary, VRG's Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected] ********************************************************************* 4) VRG's ANNUAL ESSAY CONTEST - DEADLINE MAY 10TH Subject: 2-3 page essay on any aspect of vegetarianism. Entrants should base their paper on interviewing, research, and/or personal opinion. You need not be a vegetarian to enter. ENTRY CATEGORIES: A. Age 14-18 B. Age 9-13 C. Age 8 and under PRIZES: A $50 savings bond will be awarded in each category DEADLINE: Must be postmarked by May 10, 2012 Submissions can be sent via email to: [email protected], or mailed to P.O. Box 1463, Baltimore, MD 21203, or faxed to: (410) 366-8804. *Include your name, address, telephone number, age, grade, school, teacher�s name, and entry category For more information: [ http://www.vrg.org/essay/ ] ********************************************************************* 5) SPECIAL SPRING OFFER FOR 'VEGANS KNOW HOW TO PARTY' With warmer weather and longer days there are plenty of reasons to celebrate but we thought we'd give you one more: from now until June 15th you can buy our newest cookbook, 'Vegans Know How to Party' and receive a second copy for free! A $50 value for just $25. This 384-page book has over 465 vegan recipes, from cooking for crowds to cupcakes and casseroles, there are several options to lively up any gathering. For more information on 'Vegans Know How to Party': [ http://www.vrg.org/press/party_book_release.php ] To order: Pay online at [ https://www.givedirect.org/give/givefrm.asp?CID=1565 ] (Mention the book offer in the comments/notes section) You can also order by calling (410) 366-8343 Monday to Friday, 9-5 Or by mailing a check to The VRG, P.O. Box 1463, Baltimore, MD 21203. ********************************************************************* 6) VRG IN THE NEWS Like most, March was a busy month for The VRG. Check out the links below to see a selection of news articles we were featured in. More vegans, vegetarians fuel meatless market. Soy burger anyone? (March 20, LA Times) [ http://www.latimes.com/business/money/la-fi-mo-meatless-vegans-vegetarians-20120320,0,3945988.story ] Starbucks Really Is Evolving (March 20, 2012; The Motley Fool) [ http://www.fool.com/investing/general/2012/03/20/starbucks-really-is-evolving.aspx ] Declining meat, poultry purchases provide challenge (March 17, 2012; Times Record News) [ http://www.timesrecordnews.com/news/2012/mar/17/declining-meat-poultry-purchases-provide/ ] 'Animal-free� diet presents challenges, too (March 14, 2012; Cleveland.com) [ http://www.cleveland.com/taste/index.ssf/2012/03/veganism_a_plant-based_lifesty.html ] A Chicken Without Guilt (March 9, 2012; The New York Times) [ http://www.nytimes.com/2012/03/11/opinion/sunday/finally-fake-chicken-worth-eating.html?_r=1 ] Carn�voros de fim-de-semana (March 7, 2012; Pagina22) [ http://pagina22.com.br/index.php/2012/03/carnivoros-de-fim-de-semana/ ] Is There a Market for Vegan Food? (March 7, 2012; The Huffington Post) [ http://www.huffingtonpost.com/nil-zacharias/vegan-food_b_1324363.html ] To see more news articles VRG has been featured in, visit: [ http://www.vrg.org/press/vrg_in_the_news.php ] ********************************************************************* 7) MILITARY VEGAN PEN-PAL PROJECT The �Vegetarian in the Military� article in Volume XXXI, No 1 of Vegetarian Journal sparked a discussion between staff, donors, and members who wish to reach out to service members following a vegan or vegetarian diet overseas. What better way to express gratitude and promote our favorite vegan foods companies than to honor the vegan and vegetarian military with a pen-pal gift box? Volunteers are needed to coordinate a plan, recruit volunteers, and manage the pen-pal project. To get involved you can contact [email protected] or call (410) 366-8343. [ http://www.vrg.org/blog/2012/03/20/vegetarian-in-the-military-pen-pal-project/ ] ******************************************************************** 8) VEGETARIAN RADIO EPISODE By Amanda M., VRG Intern Every Monday night for 2 hours, I have the pleasure of addressing the airwaves with my friend Sheila on our radio show, "Canny Crack." The show can be accessed both on air and online through the station for which we work, WLOY, which is Loyola University's very own radio station. It celebrates an eclectic assortment of music that spans the genre spectrum, with a heavy focus on all things English. On April 2nd, Sheila and I decided to use our DJ roles that allow us to reach many in part to spread the word about VRG and vegetarianism in general. She is a fellow vegetarian, so we opened up the phone lines and allowed people to call in with questions about the lifestyle. We also discussed some of our favorite recipes, and my favorite vegetarian restaurant located in England called the Sky Apple Cafe! ********************************************************************* 9) SHARING VEGAN TIPS AT A WOMEN'S SHELTER By Amanda G., VRG INTERN On Thursday March 1st, I spent a few hours at Anna�s House Women and Children�s Shelter in Maryland sharing vegetarian culinary tips that I have gathered through my culinary school education and my internship with The VRG. I started the night off by showing the women how to make a flavorful Raw Kale Salad with Cashew Dressing. I then moved onto making the Mac and No-Cheese with Zucchini �Cream� Sauce recipe from Vegetarian Journal. One tip I emphasized to the women was the importance of tasting the food as you cook so you can add seasonings during the cooking process, in turn creating layers of flavor. The next dish I made was a Seared Spiced Tofu with Balsamic Glaze. I wanted to show them that tofu could be delicious. The last dish I made was a Vegan Chocolate Mousse served with fresh sliced strawberries. When I served this last dish the room was very quiet as everyone ate in surprise of how delicious the food was. As I was cleaning up, many of the women told me that after tasting the dishes they definitely see eating a vegan meal once a week as a possibility. After volunteering with this organization many times and hearing many negative thoughts about vegetarian food, I felt like I had finally accomplished my goal of showing these women how delicious vegan food can be. ********************************************************************* 10) VEGAN COOKING CLASSES - FAIRFAX STATION, VIRGINIA Mimi Clark, "Veggie Gourmet," has been teaching vegan cooking classes for the past 20 years. Demonstrations include recipes, organic food samples, and manufacturers' coupons. Special price for VRG members! Regularly: $55/person; $100/two people; $50/VSDC, VRG, COK members. Sunday, May 10, 10 A.M. � 1 P.M. Sushi & International Cuisine II: cook cuisine of other cultures without leaving home! Past classes have included Sushi, Wasabi, Chana Masala, Aloo Gobi, Chapati Bread, Moong Dal, Sweet & Sour Meatballs, Pesto Pizza, Hunan-Style Orange Beef, Chicken & Broccoli with Black Bean Sauce, Paella, Stuffed Cabbage, Seitan Stroganoff, Pad Thai, Pho & more. Coming up: June 10, Salads/Picnics/BBQs For space availability: email [email protected] or call (703) 643-2713. Checks payable to: Mimi Clark, 9302 Hallston Ct. Fairfax Station, VA 22039. Gift Certificates available! More information: [ http://www.veggourmet.wordpress.com ] ********************************************************************* 11) UPCOMING LOCAL VEG HAPPENINGS *A rotating vegan potluck in the greater Baltimore area is happy to open their doors to families who are interested in a brunch or late afternoon gathering to allow kids, parents, and peers to share information, ideas, and support. To be added to the monthly potluck announcement email Dana Shaw: [email protected] April 28, Saturday 6:00-9:00 P.M. Vegan Potluck and Video hosted by EarthSave Baltimore. This months Veg Dinner Educational Series is featuring "Getting Out of Your Own Way" with a workshop by Ginny Presley Robertson. Dinner guests are asked to bring a vegan dish that serves 6-8 and a donation of $5. This series is held on the last Saturday of each month at the Learning Center/Yoga Studio of Your Prescription for Health, 10210 S. Dolfield Rd. in Owings Mills. To RSVP, email: [email protected] or call (410) 252-3043. [ http://earthsavebaltimore.org/node/43 ] April 28, Saturday 11:00-3:00 P.M. Baltimore VegFest at UMBC hosted by UMBC Vegetarians and The Humane League. This FREE event will feature all kinds of vegetarian foods, live music, local veg restaurants, guest speakers Nathan Runkle of Mercy for Animals and Erica Meier of Compassion Over Killing, nutritional experts, vegan cooking demonstrations, a kids area, free prizes, gift bags, and more! Be sure to stop by The VRG's booth! For more information: [ http://www.thehumaneleague.com/BaltimoreVegFest/index.htm ] May 5th, Saturday 7:30-9:30 P.M. First Saturday Vegan Potluck hosted by the Sorak family in Ellicott City. Please RSVP by Wed. May 2nd. Potential movie screen, "Locavore" if folks are interested. Please bring a large dish to share-- kids are welcome! May 6th, Sunday 12:30-3:30 P.M. Veg MeetUp Discussion Group in Towson at Cafe Zen. This monthly gathering invites anyone who is interested in learning about healthier eating. For info or to RSVP go to [ http://vegetarian.meetup.com/9/ ] or contact Don at [email protected] or call (410) 252-3043 May 20th, Sunday 1:00-4:00 P.M. International Vegetarian Food Fair at Capital Memorial Church of Seventh-day Adventists. Once a year CMC members, hailing from almost 50 countries, present a �sampling� of authentic international vegetarian cuisines. Try foods from Africa, Asia Pacific, Caribbean, Europe, India, Latin America, and several others. All items are vegetarian and many are vegan. $15 per person, children 10 and under free. 3150 Chesapeake St, NW Washington, DC 20008 [ http://www.capitalmemorial.org/#/event-calendar/international-food-fair ] May 27th, Sunday NYC Veggie Pride Parade 2012 which will take place in Greenwich Village/ Union Square. The day's festivities are sure to give the meatless way of living a much needed boost. Participants are encouraged to dress up in costumes and wear sign boards declaring veggie pride. Local restaurants, veg groups, and veg everything will be represented with banners and chants. Be stop by the VRG table! Contact: Pamela via email [email protected] [ http://www.veggieprideparade.org ] ********************************************************************* 12) VEGAN DINNER DURING 2012 A.N.D. CONFERENCE IN PHILADELPHIA On Sunday October 7, 2012 at 6:00 P.M., The VRG will host a vegan feast during the annual meeting of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (ADA) at Singapore Vegetarian Restaurant, about one block from the Philadelphia Convention Center. VEGAN BUFFET MENU House Wonton Soup Hot and Sour Soup Curry Dumpling Spring Roll Sesame Noodles Salad Singapore �Pepper Steak� General Tao�s �Chicken� with Broccoli Vegetable Lo Mein Chinese and American Greens Coconut �Shrimp and Chicken� Brown Rice, White Rice, Tea, Oranges Cost: $20 per person To register: Pay online at [ http://www.vrg.org/donate ] (write in Singapore and names of attendees in the comments/notes) You can also reserve by calling (410) 366-8343 Monday to Friday, 9-5. Or by mailing a check to The VRG, P.O. Box 1463, Baltimore, MD 21203. *Seating is limited. Menu subject to change. ********************************************************************* ABOUT THE VEGETARIAN RESOURCE GROUP Our health professionals, activists, and educators work with businesses and individuals to bring about healthful changes in your school, workplace, and community. Registered dietitians and physicians aid in the development of nutrition-related publications and answer member and media questions about vegetarian diets. The Vegetarian Resource Group is a non-profit organization. Financial support comes primarily from memberships, donations, bequests and book sales. The VEGETARIAN JOURNAL, a print magazine, is a benefit of membership in The VRG. (For more information, please see the VEGETARIAN JOURNAL online at [ http://www.vrg.org/journal/ ] ) To sign up for The Vegetarian Resource Group national email newsletter, please visit: [ http://www.vrg.org/vrgnews/ ] To sign up for The VRG's Maryland Email Newsletter, please visit: [ http://www.vrg.org/local/ ] We are also on Facebook and Twitter!! [ http://www./facebook/.com/pages/The-Vegetarian-Resource-Group/117682300680 ] [ http://www.twitter.com/VegResourceGrp ] If you would like to make a donation, become a member, volunteer, or find out more about The VRG, contact us at: The Vegetarian Resource Group P.O. Box 1463 Baltimore, MD 21203 Phone: (410) 366-8343 Fax: (410) 366-8804 E-mail: [email protected], Website: [ http://www.vrg.org ] To donate: [ https://www.givedirect.org/give/givefrm.asp?Action=GC&CID=1565 ] Copyright The Vegetarian Resource Group 2012 The contents of this newsletter, and our other publications, including Vegetarian Journal, are not intended to provide personal medical advice. Medical advice should be obtained from a qualified health professional. We often depend on product and ingredient information from company statements. It is impossible to be 100% sure about a statement, info can change, people have different views, and mistakes can be made. Please use your own best judgment about whether a product is suitable for you. To be sure, do further research or confirmation on your own. 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