8th Annual Fall VegFest Presented by Unburger | | |
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Enjoy a fun day in downtown Farmington! Join us on Sunday, September 8, from 11am to 5pm at Riley Park, for our 8th Annual Fall VegFest. In addition to all the delicious plant-based foods, sustainable shopping, live music, and fun for the kids, join us at noon for a healthy eating presentation by Chantal Singer, RDN. | |
Please support our Fall VegFest sponsors, who help to make this a free admission event! | |
Unburger is on a mission to revolutionize the burger experience by offering delicious, plant-based alternatives that are both better for you and the planet. Their commitment to sustainability is at the core of everything they do, from sourcing quality ingredients to minimizing their environmental footprint. With a focus on flavor, innovation, and compassion, they're proud to serve up mouthwatering meals that make a positive impact. Join them on a journey towards a healthier, more sustainable future, one bite at a time. Learn More
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Radical Plants is a vegan specialty foods company started by Melissa Heath and her childhood friend, Lynn Shippey. Radical Plants launched with Superdip, a plant-based, gluten-free, nut-free, oil-free dip that has no sugar, no preservatives, and is made with non-GMO soy. Superdip comes in 3 flavors: Basil Alfredo, Chipotle Lime, and Better Than Ranch. And don't forget the Carrot Dogs! Radical Plants also opened a new retail space adjacent to their production kitchen in St. Clair Shores with grab-and-go cold salads, snacks, and one hot option each evening. Hours are Mon-Thurs, 11am-7pm. Click Here for Details
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Irene's Myomassology Institute is the oldest and largest massage school in the Midwest. Founded by Irene Gauthier in 1987, this nationally accredited school continues to set the highest standards for massage education. Its graduates are prepared to begin their new careers with a multitude of skills to best help their clients. Learn More
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Volunteer at Fall VegFest | | |
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Volunteer opportunities for Fall VegFest are open! Help with vendor check-in, set-up, merchandise, the kids' zone, clean-up crew, and more. Current volunteers can visit Volgistics to sign up. Not a volunteer yet? Fill out an application here to get started, or contact Katie at katie@vegmichigan.org for more information. | |
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Plant-Based Health and Wellness Celebration - SOLD OUT!
Saturday, August 3, 10am-2pm
Traverse City Monthly Meetup - Dips and Dressings
Saturday, August 3, 1pm-3pm
Tabling at New Hope Tabernacle Church Back 2 School Block Party and Community Health Fair (Detroit)
Saturday, August 10, 12pm-3pm
Meetup, Recipe Swap, & Produce Shopping at Ann Arbor Farmer's Market
Wednesday, August 14, 12pm-2pm
Lansing Meetup at Strange Matter Downtown (Lansing)
Saturday, August 24, 10am-11:30am
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Take a Vegan Tour in Costa Rica with Veggies Abroad | |
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Don’t miss your opportunity to experience the unforgettable natural beauty of Costa Rica! You’ll have the chance to explore Manuel Antonio Beach, cook with a local family, experience the Arenal Volcano, and much more. What’s even better? It’s on sale! But you only have until September 5, to save your spot! Learn More Here
Trip Dates: December 8 - 16, 2024, Price: $5310 Now $4899 per person (based on double occupancy)
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Help Stop Factory Farming in Michigan | |
VegMichigan is part of a growing coalition called Michiganders for a Just Farming System. The goal of this group is to end factory farming in Michigan. Join us on Monday, August 12 at 6pm for our Zoom call, where we will discuss our upcoming September Lobby Day in Lansing and other important topics focused on ending factory farming. Please Register Here | |
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Free Slice at Toarmina's Pizza in Canton + 30% Off Your Order | |
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Stop by Toarmina's Pizza in Canton on Sunday, August 4 from 11am to 4pm for a free sample slice of vegan pizza and then get 30% off any vegan item you order that day! Create your own vegan pizza or try one of their vegan menu items, including vegan BBQ chicken pizza, or vegan pickle pizza! To place your order, stop in, call (734) 981-0060, or order online using coupon code: 30%OFF Vegan Food Testing. Toarmina's Canton is located at 3700 N. Lilley Rd. See the menu here.
And be sure to enter this month's raffle (below) for a chance to win a 12" vegan pepperoni pizza from Toarmina's in Canton.
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Important Film Screening in Ann Arbor | |
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The City of Ann Arbor and VegMichigan are hosting a screening of The Smell of Money at the Michigan Theater on Wednesday, September 4 at 7:30pm as part of the city's Sustainable Film Series. Come see this compelling environmental justice film which follows rural residents who take on large-scale animal agriculture. Arrive early (starting at 6:30pm) for the tabling prior to the film and stay after for the post-film discussion. For more details and tickets visit Michigan Theater.
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Enter This Month's Raffle | |
Congratulations to the winners of last month's raffle! The answer was: Veggie Barbecue. Melissa Bondy won a gift card to Vegano Italiano, Zee Nicholas won a gift card to The Kitchen by Cooking with Que, and Margarite McLeod won a gift card to Ike's. For this month's raffle, you'll have a chance to win one of the following prizes. | |
To enter the raffle, solve the word scramble below and email your answer and one prize preference to raffle@vegmichigan.org. Those with the correct answer will be entered into a raffle drawing for the prize of their choice. Winners will be announced in the September newsletter. Good luck! | |
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