The VRG's Maryland Newsletter by Mary H. SEPTEMBER 2012 ********************************************************************* 1) HELP US SHARE IN $5 MILLION IN GRANTS! VOTE FOR VRG FROM 9/6 - 9/16 2) VEGAN DINNER DURING 2012 A.N.D. CONFERENCE IN PHILADELPHIA 3) THE VRG's ANNUAL PRE-THANKSGIVING VEGAN POTLUCK IN BALTIMORE 4) GET DISCOUNTS ON PRESCRIPTIONS, VISION, HEARING, AND DENTAL SERVICES 5) VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 6) VISIT THE VRG'S BOOTHS AT THESE LOCAL AND NATIONWIDE EVENTS 7) OUTREACH SPOTLIGHT: CHICAGO VEGGIE FEST 2012 By Aileen McGraw 8) HALFWAY REVELATIONS ON MY VRG INTERNSHIP By Intern Aileen McGraw 9) VRG WELCOMES THREE FALL INTERNS IN 2012 TO OUR OFFICE 10) VEGAN RESTAURANTS AROUND U.S./CANADA 11) CONTACT SUBWAY WITH YOUR SUPPORT OF VEGAN OPTIONS 12) VEGETARIAN/VEGAN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR OUTPATIENT RESEARCH STUDY 13) 2ND ANNUAL VEGTOBERFEST IN BALTIMORE ON SATURDAY OCTOBER 27 14) UPCOMING LOCAL VEG HAPPENINGS ********************************************************************* 1) HELP US SHARE IN $5 MILLION IN GRANTS! VOTE FOR VRG FROM 9/6 - 9/16 Chase Community Giving is a program that lets the public vote to help determine where Chase donates millions of dollars. The Vegetarian Resource Group has been nominated to be among the charities eligible to receive these grants. When voting opens on September 6th, we're going to need everyone to get involved to help Chase decides where the $5 million in grants will go. You will be able to vote via Facebook: [ https://www.facebook.com/ChaseCommunityGiving/app_162065369655 ] Or if you have an online Chase account, you can also vote via their website: [ https://www.chasegiving.com ] Please help spread the word by forwarding the following link to your families, friends, and colleagues: [ http://www.facebook.com/ChaseCommunityGiving/app_162065369655?app_data=ein|52-1279034 ] Thanks for supporting The VRG! ********************************************************************* 2) 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 (formerly 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 ] (and 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. ********************************************************************* 3) THE VRG's ANNUAL PRE-THANKSGIVING VEGAN POTLUCK IN BALTIMORE Mark your calendars now for The VRG's 31st Annual Vegetarian Pre-Thanksgiving Potluck Dinner on Sunday November 18, 2012 at 5:00 P.M. The dinner will be held at North Baltimore Mennonite Church in Roland Park, 4615 Roland Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21210. Vegetarians, vegans, and the merely curious are invited! $4 per person, children under age 16 are free. Please bring a vegan dish (and serving utensil) that serves four as a contribution from each member of your party. Write ingredients of dish on index card to accommodate special diets. Guests are encouraged to bring reusable dishes and utensils to reduce waste. A vegetarian canned food drive is taking place the same night. Consider donating! Volunteers needed to help with marketing and planning before the event and on the day of the event for set-up and clean-up. For more information contact The VRG [email protected] or call us at (410) 366-8343. Reservations not necessary! ********************************************************************* 4) GET DISCOUNTS ON PRESCRIPTIONS, VISION, HEARING, AND DENTAL SERVICES The free WellCardRX provides discounts for prescriptions, vision, hearing aids, and dental work. Download the following PDF for your free card, as well as additional information about the program and how to get a list of participating providers: [ http://www.vrg.org/offers/images/wellnessrxcard.pdf ] If you aren't able to download the card, we can send one to you. Just email your request [email protected]. This free discount card program is not an insurance plan. The card is only valid at participating providers and may not provide the lowest discount. Request the best price. Use of the card may result in a donation to The Vegetarian Resource Group. To receive a bulk quantity of health savings WellCardRX, contact [email protected]. We are in need of volunteers to distribute the cards locally. ********************************************************************* 5) VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES For information about the following and other chances to contribute, email Mary, VRG's Volunteer Coordinator [email protected] If you are interested in receiving outreach materials to distribute at your school, office, community center, or at an event please [email protected] with your request. To work with like-minded folks on clerical tasks that help us prepare for outreach events, communicate with our members, and connect with veggie communities around the country come to Volunteer Days in The VRG office! Example tasks include, assisting with mass mailings, helping with local and national restaurant guide, preparing materials for events, and packing for outreach booths. We would appreciate help with the planning, marketing, and day-of set up/clean up for our Annual Thanksgiving Potluck, which will take place on Sunday November 18th in Roland Park in Baltimore at 5:00 P.M. Thank you to those volunteers that have already signed up!! ********************************************************************* 6) VISIT THE VRG'S BOOTHS AT THESE LOCAL AND NATIONWIDE EVENTS Festival season is here! We would be thrilled if you came by our booth to talk with VRG volunteers, check out special book offers, and take home free handouts and magazines! Volunteers are needed for these events, if you would like to sign up email Mary [email protected] MARYLAND AREA EVENTS: Hampden Fest September 8 in Hampden neighborhood in Baltimore 11:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M. [ http://hampdenfest.blogspot.com ] DC Veg Fest September 22 in Washington, DC 11:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. [ http://dcvegfest.com/ ] Baltimore Vegtoberfest October 27 in South Baltimore 10:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. [ http://www.openthecages.org/vegtoberfest/ ] VRG's Thanksgiving Potluck North Baltimore Mennonite Church, 4615 Roland Ave (21210) November 18 -Sunday- in Baltimore, MD 5:00 P.M. NATIONWIDE EVENTS: Bethlehem Vegetarian Festival September 8 in Lehigh Valley, PA [ http://www.downtownbethlehemassociation.com/calendar/vegfest ] Boulder Green Streets September 16 in Boulder, CO [ http://bouldergreenstreets.org/ ] Green Fair September 22 in Cantigny, IL 10 A.M. - 4 P.M. [ http://www.cantigny.org/Special_Events/signature_events/green_fair.aspx ] NYC Vegan Drinks September 29th in NYC 8:00 P.M. [ http://vegandrinks.org/ ] Vegan Mania September 29th in Chicago, IL [ http://chicagoveganmania.com/ ] AND Food and Nutrition Conference October 6 - 9 in Philadelphia, PA [ http://www.eatright.org/fnce/ ] For information on VRG's vegan dinner during the conference visit: [ http://www.vrg.org/blog/2012/05/11/vrgs-vegan-dinner-in-philadelphia-oct-7-2012/ ] World Vegetarian Festival 2012 October 6 - 7 in San Francisco, CA [ http://www.sfvs.org/wvd/ ] Boston Vegetarian Food Festival October 27 - 28 in Boston, MA [ http://www.bostonveg.org/foodfest/ ] NY Capital Region Vegetarian Expo November 17 in Albany, NY [ http://www.nyvegetarianexpo.org/ ] To donate and support these outreach booths and enable VRG to participate in even more events, donate at: [ https://www.givedirect.org/give/givefrm.asp?CID=1565 ] ********************************************************************* 7) OUTREACH SPOTLIGHT: CHICAGO VEGGIE FEST 2012 By Aileen McGraw, VRG Intern Over 100 exhibitor booths filled the grounds in Naperville, Illinois on August 11th and 12th for Veggie Fest 2012. Chicago Veggie Fest comprises one of North America's largest vegetarian festivals, uniting vegans, vegetarians and advocates for healthy living. Each day ran from 11am -- 8pm and offered international speakers, live music, food demos and children's activities. The Vegetarian Resource Group provided a wealth of information from its booth alongside other health, mind, and wellness outreach groups. Volunteers provided festivalgoers with literature (also available on the VRG website), the most recent Vegetarian Journal issue and kid-friendly coloring books; all free of charge. The VRG also sold books from the VRG bookstore, covering issues of vegan pregnancy, living a meatless work life, and tips on partying vegan-style. VRG bumper stickers and the online newsletter sign-up proved to be festival favorites. Veggie Fest's food court dished out vegetarian favorites and vegan innovations. Plate in hand, many enjoyed live music throughout the weekend. Chicago-based indie group The Giving Tree Band played electric and acoustic sets, and Gizzae, Miss Chicago Marisa Bucheit, and Caribe Son International also took the stage. Live presentations continued with food demos from chefs, cookbook authors and wellness coaches. Topics included Karen Calbrese's entrepreneurial natural health ventures, raw food diets, and cruelty-free foods from around the world. Both local and international issues brought attendees with questions, conversation, and newfound curiosity to the VRG. I volunteered as a VRG intern with Chicago coordinator Eric Sharer and his team. Volunteers from Chicago VeganMania stopped by to chat about upcoming ChicagoVeg events and ideas for gluten-free, vegan baked goods to bring the next day. One visitor wanted simple vegan recipes that could easily be adapted sans-gluten, for which we recommended 'Simply Vegan' by Debra Wasserman and Reed Mangels, Ph.D., R.D. The fest's cultural vibrancy reflected those in attendance: one passerby flipped through pages of a Jewish vegan cookbook and multiple attendees asked for information in Spanish. Others took the Vegetarian Challenge, pledging to try vegetarianism for a week and receiving a Veggie Fest and e-recipes as support tools. While most of the weekend's crowd was familiar with vegetarianism, new challenge undertakers came with questions and concerns: what exactly are leather alternatives? Does veganism really save water? VRG volunteers provided insight and information to novices and well-seasoned vegans. The VRG joined experts and professionals from Chicago and beyond. Walking through the venue, I met Chicago activist and author Marla Rose, vegan body builder Robert Cheeke and Phillip Roach of The Giving Tree Band, all while connecting with first-time attendees and volunteers like myself. The 11am -- 8pm days were punctuated with dancing, taste testing and exploring stands of health and beauty providers, Veggie Fest 2012 memorabilia, non-profits and resource centers. The weekend marked the 7th annual Chicago Veggie Fest, celebrating a growing network of health-enthusiasts and mindful living. If you are interested in volunteering at a booth like this, e-mail: [email protected]. Donations from individuals like you help VRG continue to sponsor outreach booths like the one mentioned above. To donate, please go to [ http://www.vrg.org/donate ] For more information on Chicago Veggie Fest, visit: [ http://www.veggiefestchicago.org ] ********************************************************************* 8) HALFWAY REVELATIONS ON MY VRG INTERNSHIP By Aileen McGraw, VRG Intern By the time my internship with The Vegetarian Resource Group began in early June, I had lived the vegan lifestyle for over two years. Cruelty-free diets and compassionate living brought familiar comfort. I knew the philosophies and strategies behind vegetarianism and veganism. At least, I thought I did. One of my first projects was writing about balancing veganism with Type 1 diabetes [ http://www.vrg.org/blog/2012/06/14/the-vegabetic-successful-veganism-as-a-type-1-diabetic/ ] -- two factors that define much of my daily life. I hardly remember the years before my diagnosis with diabetes, but 17 years eating meat and other animal products remain vivid in my memory. Before the VRG piece, I rarely thought to consider these two driving forces together.Diabetes and veganism were parts of a whole, and through the writing process, I put into words something my body knew all along: my medical condition and dietary preferences inevitably connect with one and other. This became more than a general idea as I researched and fact-checked the article, diving into resources within VRG [ http://www.vrg.org/journal/ diabetes.htm ] and the American Diabetes Association [ http://www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness/?loc=GlobalNavFF ]. Intern revelation number one: complete. Starting at the VRG had me asking myself, "What do I want out of my internship?" The VRG comprises an amazing community of writers, professionals, interns, readers, sponsors and supporters of compassionate living. The resource pool is endless and my experiences find even greater potential while interning long-distance from Chicago. I attended Chicago's first annual Veggie Pride Parade [ http://chicago.veggiepride.com/ ], later exploring the wealth of VRG information on vegetarian festivals [ http://www.vrg.org/blog/?s=UMBC ]. I wrote up a blog entry filled with my opinions and perceptions of the parade, soon submitting it to the Baltimore VRG crew. I eagerly awaited their thoughts. Is it vegan of me to love feedback, to see how my words and actions impact others and our environment? After receiving the VRG response, I poured over revisions and comments. Surprisingly, the input surprised me. Intern revelation number two: witness politics. Recognize the achievements of everyone. Sure, I blogged about my experience [ http://www.vrg.org/blog/], but more importantly, I had the opportunity to share information about Chicago's vegan community [ http://www.chicagoveg.org/ ] and learned the importance of writing without bias. As I reach the halfway point in my VRG internship, I keep reevaluating my concept of sustainable living. New challenges come to my attention while co-writing a vegan-backpacking article (who knew shoe glue commonly contain's animal products? [ http://backpackingvegan.wordpress.com/2011/08/25/vegan-hiking-shoes/ ] The vegan lifestyle takes on a broader meaning when surveying senior living options. Fresh perspectives show me that vegetarian action happens at all ages (take, for example, Justice Beske and his mother, Marla Rose [ http://www.marlarose.com/ ], who make kid-friendly Vegetarian Starter Kits together). Intern revelation number three (and four, five, six...): ongoing. So far, my VRG internship catalyzed a redefinition of compassionate living, what it means to me, and how it influences community. I look forward to continuing this growth! Interested in interning with VRG? See Internships & Scholarships at VRG! [ http://www.vrg.org/student/ ] ********************************************************************* 9) VRG WELCOMES THREE FALL INTERNS IN 2012 TO OUR OFFICE We are thrilled to have Amanda Matte, who interned during the spring, returning this fall. She is a lifelong vegetarian and senior at Loyola University studying Writing and Art. During August, Whitney, who is pursuing her degree in Business Management at Towson Univeristy, joined our office for her internship. She follows a vegan diet and has been a great help so far! In September we will be joined by Valerie, a senior at University of Maryland Baltimore County working on a double major in English and Media and Communication Studies. She has been an active member of UMBC Vegetarians and helped kick start an on-campus community garden group. ********************************************************************* 10) VEGAN RESTAURANTS AROUND U.S./CANADA Are you aware that The VRG maintains an up to date national listing of vegetarian and vegan restaurants, as well as restaurants that carry vegetarian and vegan options? What a great resource to use when traveling to a new city or town! These vegan restaurants were recently added to our online restaurant guide. To find restaurants visit: [ http://www.vrg.org/restaurant/index.php ] Grindcore House [ http://www.grindcorehouse.com ] 1515 S. 4th St., Philadelphia, PA 19147 (215) 839-3333 Vegan/coffeehouse. Grindcore House is a laid-back cafe, a place to sit and relax while enjoying their selection of vegan sandwiches, baked goods, and coffee. They have free soy, almond, and coconut milks to add to your drinks and reasonably-priced food. Additionally, there's an anarchist bookshelf for you to peruse, constant metal music playing, and free Wi-Fi. Grindcore, located in South Philly, has a unique ambiance and is a fun hangout spot. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Counter service, take-out, soymilk, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $. O! Vegasm [ http://ovegasm.blogspot.com/ ] St Roch Tavern, 1200 St Roch Ave., New Orleans, LA 70117 (504) 302-8344 Vegan/American. O! Vegasm offers delicious comfort foods that are completely vegan! Try Jackfruit Reuben on Rye, Spicy Black Bean Burger, Vegasmic BBQ Sandwich, or "Save the Crab" Cakes. Don't miss their Sunday brunch. Savor delicious pancakes, pastries, and other brunch treats while you enjoy jukebox music and a fun, friendly vibe. The chef/owner has cooked in some of the finest restaurants in New Orleans. O! Vegasm is located inside St Roch Tavern in the Bywater. Open Tuesday through Saturday for dinner. Open Sunday for brunch. Closed Monday. Full service, take-out, delivery, catering, VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC, $-$$. Rise Above Bakery [ http://www.riseabovebakery.ca ] 120 St. Paul St., St. Catharines, ON L2R 3M2 (289) 362-2636 Vegan/bakery/cafe. Rise Above Bakery, located in the heart of downtown St. Catharines, Ontario, is a small and eclectic bakery and cafe with a specialty for artisan vegan doughnuts. The cafe offers various soups, salads, and entrees that emphasize vegetables and legumes. Their motto is "Life's too short to make others' shorter," and if you think this is witty, check out their webpage where they have shirts with the logo and motto available for purchase. Reservations are accepted. Open Tuesday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sunday for brunch. Closed Monday. Full service, take-out, catering, espresso, special beverages, VISA/MC, $-$$. ********************************************************************* 11) CONTACT SUBWAY WITH YOUR SUPPORT OF VEGAN OPTIONS As we previously mentioned [ http://www.vrg.org/blog/2012/06/27/vegan-options-at-select-subway-locations-in-md-dc-va/ ], eight Subway Restaurants in Maryland, Washington DC, and Virginia tested three vegan meat substitutes: the Sweet Riblet, the Malibu Greek, and the Italian Black Bean subs. These items quickly sold out. (Our staff's favorite was the Sweet Riblet.) Compassion Over Killing would like readers to contact Subway to encourage Subway to continue this test and add the items nationwide. Please write positive notes encouraging the addition of vegan items to: [ http://WeLoveSubway.com ] Write to Subway: 325 Bic Drive, Milford, CT 06460 For more information about other restaurant options, see: [ http://www.vrg.org/fastfoodinfo.htm ] [ http://www.vrg.org/restaurant/index.php ] ********************************************************************* 12) VEGETARIAN/VEGAN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR OUTPATIENT RESEARCH STUDY OF FREEZE-DRIED BROCCOLI SPROUTS AT JOHNS HOPKINS Healthy vegetarian/vegan volunteers may join an outpatient research study of freeze-dried broccoli sprouts. This study involves drinking a liquid dose of freeze-dried broccoli sprouts and collecting urine. Participants will be paid for participation. Study subjects will be required to come to Johns Hopkins University at least twice during the study. Please call (410) 955-1578 for more information. ********************************************************************* 13) 2ND ANNUAL VEGTOBERFEST IN BALTIMORE ON SATURDAY OCTOBER 27 Open the Cages Alliance is happy to announce the second annual Vegtoberfest to be held from 11AM to 5PM Riverside Park in South Baltimore in honor of compassionate, joyful, and sustainable vegan lifestyles! Look forward to "Astro Folk" song-crafter Woody Lissauer, speaker Joseph Gonzales, dietitians from PCRM, and performer Ron Kipling Williams. Fun for all ages and four legged friends as well! Be sure to say "Hi" to the VRG Interns at our outreach booth! Riverside Park is located at 1600 Johnson Street, Baltimore, MD 21230 Information: [ http://www.openthecages.org/events/index.html ] ********************************************************************* 14) 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] September 9, Sunday 12:00 - 4:00 P.M., Free Holistic Wellness Clinic at The Natural Path Holisitic Wellness Center, 3333 Greenmount Ave. in Baltimore, MD, 21218. Services & workshops include: nutritional counseling, holistic living consultation, reiki, natural pregnancy, yoga, tai chi, relaxation therapy, and more! Info: call Dr. Akua at (410) 435-9647 or visit [ http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Natural-Path-Holistic-Wellness-Center/211722695550518 ] September 9, Sunday 10:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M., Veggie Gourmet Cooking Class with Mimi Clark. Beans and Grains, learn to cook with ancient "new" grains and lesser known beans. Past classes have included some of the following: Lentil Walnut Pate, Black Bean Hummus, Herbed White Bean Pate, White Bean & Kale Soup, Azuki Bean Patties, and more. Regularly: $55/person; $100/two people; $50/VSDC, VRG, COK members. For availability: [email protected] or call (703) 643-2713. Checks payable to: Mimi Clark, 9302 Hallston Ct. Fairfax Station, VA 22039. More information: [ http://www.veggourmet.wordpress.com ] September 15th, Friday 6:30 P.M. Dine Kind Vegan Potluck. Hosted by Jill Stankis from David's Natural Market. This group gathers in Harford County on the third Friday of the month at Fallston Unitarian Church: 1127 Old Fallston Road Fallston, MD 21047. Please bring a dish, recipe, minimum $3 donation and come enjoy this welcoming event with guest speakers. To confirm potluck details, call (410) 836-0808. [ http://www.facebook.com/pages/DineKind/128952760505552 ] Sep 19, Wednesday 7:00 P.M. Vegan Meet Up hosted by EarthSave Baltimore. This group welcomes anyone interested in learning about healthy eating. Vegan Meetup will be at Mr. Chan's Szechuan restaurant at 1000 Reisterstown Rd. in Pikesville, which has great tasting vegetarian and vegan choices.To RSVP: [ http://vegan.meetup.com/29/ ],[email protected], or call 410-252-3043 [ http://earthsavebaltimore.org/node/71 ] September 29th, Sunday 6:00 - 9:00 P.M. Veg Dinner Series hosted by EarthSave. Vegetarian Potluck and live presentation "Dr. Greger's Nutrition Research Update 2012" with Michael Greger, MD. Dinner guests are asked to bring a vegan dish to share along with a donation of $5 (members $2). Guests are strongly encouraged to RSVP early by calling (410) 252-3043 or by [email protected]. This event is held the last Saturday of the month at the Learning Center of Your Prescription for Health, 10210 S. Dolfield Rd in Owings Mills. November 18, Sunday 5:00 P.M VRG's Annual Vegan Thanksgiving Potluck at North Baltimore Mennonite Church in Roland Park, 4615 Roland Ave. Baltimore, 21210. Guests are asked to bring a vegan dish that serves 4+. Don't forget a serving spoon and your own reusable plate/utensils. Admission is $4 and children under 16 are admitted free. Volunteers needed before and after for set up/ clean up. To volunteer please email Mary,[email protected] or call (410) 366-8343. November 22, Thursday 12:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. VSDC's Life-Affirming Thanksgiving Celebration. Registration and appetizers start at noon and the meal starts just after 1:00pm. Join hundreds of people enjoying a gourmet vegan fest with keynote speaker Dr. Milton Mills of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. Menu and more information available at [ http://www.vsdc.org/Thanksgiving_Event.html ] Cost:$54 for adults who are members, $59 non-members, $36 ages 3-12 Hyatt Regency Bethesda, 7400 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814 ********************************************************************* 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/thevegetarianresourcegroup ] [ 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. If you were forwarded this message and would like to sign up for our monthly local email newsletter please see our website: [ http://www.vrg.org/local/ ] If you wish to not receive the Local Email Newsletter, send an e-mail message [email protected] with the phrase "remove me from local email newsletter". -- Mary Herbranson Catalog Manager/Outreach Coordinator [email protected] The Vegetarian Resource Group P.O. Box 1463 Baltimore, MD 21203 (410) 366-8343 www.vrg.org Keep up with us! VRG-NEWS, free email newsletter [ http://www.vrg.org/vrgnews/ ] Facebook [ http://www.facebook.com/thevegetarianresourcegroup ] Twitter [ http://twitter.com/VegResourceGrp ] Blog [ http://www.vrg.org/blog/ ]
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