The VRG's Maryland Newsletter by Emma Malone May, 2013 1. EDITOR'S NOTE 2. VRG LUNCH AT THAI LANDING IN BALTIMORE SUNDAY, JUNE 23, 2013 3. CALL A DIETITIAN DAY SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2013 4. VISIT VRG AT THESE OUTREACH BOOTHS 5. VEGGIE HOTELS DATABASE 6. VRG BOOTH AT KALE-A-RAMA 2013 7. VEGETARIAN RESOURCE GROUP RESEARCH AND NEWS 8. LIQUID EARTH REVIEW 9. OTHER EVENTS 10. THE VEGETARIAN RESOURCE GROUP VEGAN VIETNAMESE DINNER IN HOUSTON 11. SURVEY DOGS AND CATS 12. TAX FREE IRA DISTRIBUTIONS 13. ABOUT THE VEGETARIAN RESOURCE GROUP ************************************************************************ 1. EDITOR'S NOTE Thank you for your expressed interest in The Vegetarian Resource Group! My name is Emma, and I have been interning at The VRG this spring. It has been a pleasure to work with everyone at The VRG and to see how much vegetarianism means to so many people out there. I will surely take the learning experiences with me. I hope you have enjoyed our services and continue to support The Vegetarian Resource Group. Enjoy! ************************************************************************ 2. VRG LUNCH AT THAI LANDING IN BALTIMORE SUNDAY, JUNE 23, 2013 Thai Landing at 1207 N. Charles Street in Baltimore has created a new vegetarian menu after 20 years in operation. The Vegetarian Resource Group is sponsoring a vegan lunch at Thai Landing on Sunday June 23 at 2 pm with the following menu. All dishes contain no fish sauce, and they said they will moderate the spice level of dishes. (However, everyone has a different notion of spices. So if you are sensitive to spices or have to have a lot of spices, you may want to go at another time.) They will be serving family style on the second floor. There are steps. Menu subject to change. Thank you to Mark Rifkin, RD for organizing this dinner, and for attendees who want to support restaurants adding vegan options. VEGAN MENU Som Tam (Thai Papaya Salad with peanut dressing) Pad Kra Prao (Tofu, fresh basil, carrots, string beans, bamboo shoots, and a little hot pepper) Roti Massaman Pak (Chick peas with cauliflower, zucchini, carrots, potatoes, and peanuts simmered in coconut milk with mild curry) Pad Woon Sen (Vegan soy chicken with stir-fried tofu, bean thread noodles, baby corn, mushrooms, onions, snow peas, bean sprouts, and green onions) Tofu with Mushroom Pad Khing (Stir fried tofu with ginger, black mushrooms, button mushrooms, baby corn, snow peas, carrots and onions) Rice COST: $25, which includes tax and tip. You must prepay by June 13th. Seating is limited. Send $25 per person with names of attendees to The Vegetarian Resource Group, P.O. Box 1463, Baltimore, MD 21203; Call (410) 366-8343 with a credit card Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, or pay online at [ http://www.vrg.org/donate ]. Write Thai dinner and attendees' names in the comment section. Refunds can only be made if we can replace your seat, since we have to give Thai Landing a count ahead of time. We hope to see you there! ************************************************************************ 3. CALL A DIETITIAN DAY SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2013 Our next Call-A-Dietitian Day has been moved to Saturday, May 11th, 2013, from 12 Noon to 3 PM EST. Appointments are in 15 minute increments. If you have general nutrition questions, Ed Coffin, RD will be available by telephone. To reserve a 15-minute time slot, please email the VRG office at [email protected] or call (410) 366-8343. Please be advised that these sessions are not individualized nutritional counseling. Such advice should only be provided through direct in-person contact with a qualified health professional. There is no charge, but if you do commit, please call on time. Otherwise you are taking someone else's spot. Ed Coffin holds a bachelor's degree in clinical nutrition and is a registered dietitian. He has clinical experience from a variety of facilities such as Women Infants and Children and Veteran's Affairs. Ed has worked in nearly every part of the natural and organic foods sector from logistics to packaging and production. ************************************************************************ 4. VISIT VRG AT THESE OUTREACH BOOTHS The Vegetarian Resource Group will be having an outreach booth at the following events. Local (Maryland Area) Events: 1. On May 19th: Booth at the Baltimore Farmers Market & Bazaar in Baltimore, Maryland. [ http://www.localharvest.org/baltimore-farmers-market-bazaar-M2403 ] 2. On June 1st-2nd: Charles Village Festival in Baltimore, Maryland. [ http://www.charlesvillagefestival.com/ ] 3. On June 22th: Booth at the 32nd Street Farmers Market in Waverly, in Baltimore, Maryland. [ http://www.32ndstreetmarket.org/ ] National (Outside of Maryland Area) Events: 1. On May 18th: Chicago GreenFest in Chicago, Illinois. [ http://www.greenfestivals.org/chi ] 2. On June 15th: Richmond VegFest in Richmond, Virginia. [ http://www.veggiefest.org/ ] 3. On June 28th: Animal Rights Conference near Washington, D.C. [ http://www.arconference.org/exhibitors.htm ] If you would like to volunteer at any of these events, contact Soren at [email protected]. If you would like to donate towards our veggie outreach, donate at [ http://www.vrg.org/donate ]. Donations can also be sent to The Vegetarian Resource Group, P.O. Box 1463, Baltimore, MD 21203. Or call (410) 366-8343. Thank you. ************************************************************************ 5. VEGGIE HOTELS DATABASE Check out this great resource for finding international vegetarian-friendly hotels. [ http://www.veggie-hotels.com/4-1-Hotels.html#North%20America ] ************************************************************************ 6. VRG BOOTH AT KALE-A-RAMA 2013 By Whitney Blomquist This April I had the opportunity to work a booth for The Vegetarian Resource Group at the first ever Kale-A-Rama Festival. It was a perfect sunny day for the premier of this kale themed event in Greenbelt, Maryland. We had the pleasure of being placed right beside Everlasting Life's Food Truck, which stayed busy all day, sending customers on their way with delicious garlic kale salad and vegan mac and cheese. Everyone and everything was decorated with kale. There was kale ice cream, kale smoothies, kale chips, and best of all kale doughnuts that were surprisingly fantastic. My parents and I conversed with people who were already vegan, along with some that were beginning their vegan journey. Our visitors all had in depth questions and positive feedback about how much they enjoy the vegan lifestyle. We spoke with a few athletes that were looking for ways to pack on muscle and a woman who had successfully lost 25 pounds and was able to stop using her cholesterol medicine. There were several parents who were successfully raising vegan children and a man that studies the effects of GMO products. As always, we shared useful information with everyone and, in return, received info we could share with others in the future. Kale-A-Rama was an enjoyable festival that brought vegans together to discuss animal rights issues, listen to music, eat good food, and network with people that share similar beliefs. Events like Kale-A-Rama allow The Vegetarian Resource Group to distribute resources and establish connections with people throughout the country. It is important that VRG has a presence at similar events around the nation. VRG relies on volunteers to make this happen. If you are interested in volunteering at a VRG booth at an event in your community, email [email protected]. For a list of other ways to become involved, visit: [ http://www.vrg.org/getinvolved.php ] To support veg outreach, donate at [ http://www.vrg.org/donate ] ************************************************************************ 7. VEGETARIAN RESOURCE GROUP RESEARCH AND NEWS Vegan Products at Harris Teeter [ http://www.vrg.org/blog/2013/04/24/vegan-products-at-harris-teeter/ ] Information about L-Cysteine [ http://www.vrg.org/blog/2013/04/22/information-about-l-cysteine/ ] Las Sopas de SudAmerica [ http://www.vrg.org/blog/2013/04/17/las-sopas-de-sudamerica/ ] ************************************************************************ 8. LIQUID EARTH REVIEW by Emma Malone I recently went out for a night in downtown Baltimore and stopped in for dinner at Liquid Earth, a cafe not a block down the street from the heart of Fells Point. To say the least, I really enjoyed the experience. My boyfriend, who is not a vegetarian, ordered the Tofu Reuben and thought it was fantastic. I ordered the vegan Filly Cheese Fake and loved it. The tofu was perfectly prepared on whole wheat Italian bread and served with a delicious combination of toppings, including vegan "cheese and "mayonnaise" as well as pickles, hots, lettuce, and tomato. Our smoothies were also wonderful- we actually enjoyed them so much that we decided a juicer is going to be our next purchase (still much anticipated!). I definitely recommend trying this place out if you haven't already. If our meals are any indication for the rest of the menu, the dishes are top notch and can all be served vegan. Liquid Earth's menu is true to its roots, still committing themselves to local fresh produce and products and offering dishes that follow their high standard for intelligent eating. They have been around since 1996 when under the name of "Sacred Grounds." Still located at 1626 Aliceanna St Baltimore, MD 21231 just east of S Broadway, they prepare everything themselves in house to ensure control of their product, and they stick to natural ingredients- as their website says from "the actual items not from a jar, bottle, or can." Lots of local artists' paintings and sculptures are on display, hearkening back to Liquid Earth's earlier days when they used to host experimental music night. (I wish they could bring that back!) This makes for a very comfortable and compelling dining experience. The bar inside makes me think Renaissance apothecary- everything wooden from the floor to the shelves lined jars of healthful spices, extracts, and other ingredients for their fresh juices and smoothie elixirs. Some of the entr�es offered at Liquid Earth include their Ground Soy Tacos, Tofu Club with avocado, Tofu Salad Sandwich, Meatless Muffaletta, Veggie Burger, Chipwich, and a Not Ham Sandwich. They also have a raw menu which includes Zucchini Spaghetti, Seaweed Salad, a Raw Taco, and Raw Sushi. In addition to the extensive vegan and raw food menus, Liquid Earth has an even longer menu of fresh juices and smoothies. Again, everything can be made vegan for a $1.50 extra- vegetarian dishes with cheese or sauce can be substituted with vegan cheese or sauce, and the smoothies can be made with either soy milk or hemp milk if they aren't already. The service there was also quite good. We didn't make it to Liquid Earth until a little after 6 and though they close at 7 we were invitingly greeted, seated, and served, and the staff was all very kind to us. We were able to secure the big booth in the nook in the back which was surrounded with local art and gave the feeling of being in an old tavern with the aged furnace-like bricks and thick wooden table. Liquid Earth also has a courtyard seating for those who enjoy sitting outside. I hope to make it back again soon- great place and fantastic food! Liquid Earth also does catering. To find out more about Liquid Earth, see their website at [ http://www.liquidearth.com/ ]. To see our comprehensive list of Vegetarian Restaurants see the following links: [ http://www.vrg.org/restaurant ] [ http://www.vrg.org/links/restaurant.htm ] and for information on vegetarian restaurants in and around Baltimore, see a copy of the VRG's Guide to Vegetarian Dining in the Greater Baltimore Area at [ http://www.vrg.org/travel/baltimore.pdf ]. ************************************************************************ 9. OTHER EVENTS COMFORT FOODS- SUNDAY, MAY 19TH Back by popular demand! If you missed it in February, you can take it in May. Comfort Foods, Sunday, May 19, 10 a.m. -- 1 p.m. Fairfax Station, VA Put a healthy slant on foods that satisfy and de-stress. Kid-friendly recipes will include some of the following: Nachos, Meatloaf/sliders, Shepherd's Pie, Goulash, Yam Fries, Polenta Fries, Corn Dogs, Hush Puppies, Mac & Cheese, Roasted Vegetable Pizza, Chicken-free Noodle Soup w/ Beyond Meat, Chicken-free Nuggets, Winter Greens w/ Cashew Cream, Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, Nutty Noodles, Baked Ziti, Onion Rings, Homemade Ice Cream, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Chocolate Mousse. *No meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, or honey. $55/person; $100/two people; $50/VSDC, VRG, and COK members. *Demonstration classes include recipes, organic food samples, manufacturers' samples and coupons. Gift certificates available. *Make checks payable to Mimi Clark, 9302 Hallston Ct., Fairfax Station, VA 22039.* Sorry, no phone or email reservations. Seventy-two hour cancellation policy for refund or credit. Class subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment is not met. Email [email protected], or call 703.643.2713 for space availability. Updates at [ http://www.veggourmet.wordpress.com ] Coming June 9: Salads/Picnics/BBQs THE 6TH ZEGEVEGE FESTIVAL- CROATIAN VEGANMANIA You are invited to Veganmania in Croatia - the 6th ZeGeVege Festival of Sustainable Living! Zagreb, Croatia - Trg bana Jelacica - Sept 6-7, 2013! More than 30,000 visitors, 24 performers and 60 exhibitors at last year's ZeGeVege Festival are guaranteed to be here again and are reasons why you should visit and participate in the 6th ZeGeVege Festival. Do not forget: Friday, Sept 6, 2013 (from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.) and Saturday, Sept 7, 2013 (from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) are days when you must be in Zagreb because it's time for another Veganmania! This year we also guarantee fun for everyone and two-day long socializing with numerous exhibitors and performers from Croatia and abroad at 60 stalls and during the 20-hour long music and stage program. After Linz, Ljubljana, Graz, Winterthur, Munich, Vienna, Klangenfurt, Iserlohn and Innsbruck the time has come for the September Veganmania in Zagreb! More information at [ http://www.facebook.com/ZeGeVegeFestival ] or [ http://www.prijatelji-zivotinja.hr/index.en.php?id=1523 ]. 32ND ANNUAL VRG PRE-THANKSGIVING POTLUCK DINNER Hosted at 5:00 PM, Sunday November 24th at North Baltimore Mennonite Church, 4615 Roland Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21210, we will show our appreciation for turkeys by not eating them and serving many delicious festive vegan dishes. ************************************************************************ 10. THE VEGETARIAN RESOURCE GROUP VEGAN VIETNAMESE DINNER IN HOUSTON The Vegetarian Resource Group will host a vegan networking dinner during the annual meeting of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The restaurant is within walking distance of the Convention Center. VRG's Nutrition Advisor Reed Mangels and VRG staff will participate in a discussion. Located at Cafe TH, 2108 Pease Street, Houston, TX 77003 Sunday, October 20, 2013, 6 PM Menu: Spring rolls with tofu. Vegetable Noodle Soup with rice noodles, tofu, and vegetables including squash, portabella mushrooms, and bok choy Yellow Curry with cauliflower, green beans, carrots, and potatoes Vermicelli with Lemongrass Stir-Fried Tofu with tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers Rice Tea Cost: $25 per person. Includes tax and tip. Menu subject to change. Please reserve early as seating is limited. Please send $25 to The Vegetarian Resource Group, P.O. Box 1463, Baltimore, MD 21203. Pay at [ http://www.vrg.org/donate ] and write in Th Dinner and the attendees' names in the notes. Or call (410) 366-8343 between 9 AM and 5 PM Eastern time, Monday to Friday to pay with a Visa or MasterCard. Refunds only if we can replace your seat. ************************************************************************ 11. SURVEY DOGS AND CATS Associate Professor of Psychology and VRG member Dr. Hank Rothgerber is conducting a 5-10 minute survey. He needs as many vegetarian and vegan participants as possible and greatly appreciates your help. Respondents will have a chance to win a $100 amazon.com gift card. You can click on the following link to access the survey: [ https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/9X7PNZY ] ************************************************************************ 12. TAX FREE IRA DISTRIBUTIONS The rule allowing tax free IRA distributions of up to $100,000 if donated to charity is retroactively extended through 2013. The American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (ATRA) extended the qualified charitable distribution (QCD) provisions for 2012 and 2013. A qualified charitable distribution is an otherwise taxable distribution from an IRA (other than an ongoing SEP or SIMPLE IRA) owned by an individual who is age 70� or over that is paid directly from the IRA to a qualified charity (for example, The Vegetarian Resource Group). An IRA owner can exclude from gross income up to $100,000 of a qualified charitable distribution made for a year, and a qualified charitable distribution can be used to satisfy any IRA required minimum distributions (RMDs) for the year. Also, the amount of a qualified charitable distribution excluded from gross income is not taken into account in determining any deduction for charitable contributions. For individual financial advice or legal advice, please speak with your financial or legal advisor. ************************************************************************ 13. 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 2013 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. 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