If you’re already a vegan or vegetarian and are not a member of our society, this is a great way to meet like-minded people. If you’re working to reduce your meat intake, you’ll be able to try some wonderful vegan Ethiopian food and talk to others about the next steps in your journey toward a plant-based diet.

There is no charge to attend beyond the cost of the meal, which can be had for under $20. Try the vegan combo platter!

If it’s possible for you to RSVP, we would appreciate that (so we can reserve the appropriate number of seats). Try to let us know by Wednesday 25 June. To RSVP or for more information, click here to send us an E-mail.

Memberships will be available ($25) if you are interested in joining.

Admission free! Just bring one vegan dish (no meat, eggs, or dairy) and your own place settings (e.g. plate, cutlery, cup, napkins).

Everyone is welcome, from long-time vegans/vegetarians to those who are just beginning to work toward a more plant-based diet.

Memberships will be available ($25) for those who would like to join, but there’s absolutely no obligation to do so.

Via Savour Life.

The article starts out as follows:

It is noteworthy that the United Nations and many leading environmental organizations–including the National Audubon Society, the WorldWatch Institute, the Sierra Club, and the Union of Concerned Scientists–have recognized that raising animals for food damages the environment more than just about anything else that we do. Whether it’s unchecked air or water pollution, soil erosion, or the overuse of resources, raising animals for food is wreaking havoc on the Earth.

There’s some interesting, easy to follow information here for those who are just learning about the impact meat-eating on the environment.

The sale proved to be a good fundraiser for us as well. We’re very grateful to everyone who donated items and also to those who helped us with the sale itself.

We’ll likely return next year, and we’ll be looking for more donations then. So when you do your fall or spring housecleaning, don’t forget to set aside any unwanted items (except clothing) for us. We’ll start collecting in mid-March.

Date: Saturday 10 May 2008
Location: Regina Inn (1975 Broad Street)
Time: 6:00 p.m. (hors d’oeuvres); 6:45 p.m. (dinner)
Cost: $40 (adult); $20 (child)

To buy tickets call one of the following:

Harjit: 949-3853
Alpana: 585-1230
Anjana: 789-8522
Urmila: 522-6084
Kalpana: 761-1285
Makhan: 352-5562
Himanshu: 546-3406
Jagdish: 789-4174

In addition to the great food there will also be entertainment.

Meatout is an international observance helping individuals evolve to a wholesome, nonviolent diet of fruits, vegetables, whole grains. The purpose is to expose the public to the joys and benefits of a plant-based diet, while promoting the availability and selection of meat and dairy alternatives in mainstream grocery stores, restaurants, and catering operations.

Meatout has grown explosively since its inception in 1985 to become the world’s largest annual grassroots diet education campaign. Thousands of caring people in all 50 U.S. states and a host of other countries welcome in the Spring with colorful educational events. These range from simple information tables (’steakouts’), exhibits, and cooking demonstrations to elaborate receptions and festivals. Visitors are asked to “kick the meat habit on March 20 (first day of spring) and explore a wholesome, nonviolent diet of fruits, vegetables and whole grains.”

After this one day is over, interested people are invited to take part in Meatless Mondays:

To keep the spirit of Meatout alive throughout the year, we’ve developed Meatout Mondays, an e-mail campaign and pledge option. Those who sign up for Meatout Mondays pledge to avoid meat or animal products every Monday for the next six months. During this time, they receive a weekly e-mail containing recipes, product information, encouragement and practical advice.

It’s a gentle way to experiment with vegetarian meals if they’re new to you.

Click here to find her version of hasperat.

Once you’re there, you can read everything that’s posted right away. If you want to post, you’ll have to register (this protects us from spammers). It’s a very quick and simple process–and free.

This is a great place to get to know us a little better, so please come visit and chat.

In advance of the AGM there will be a vegan potluck. This begins at 5:00 p.m.–bring your favourite vegan dish (no meat, eggs, or dairy). Also bring your own plate and cutlery.

The potluck and AGM are free and open to everyone; new members are welcome to join and vote at the AGM. Membership is $10 per year.

For more information, click here to send us an E-mail.