Alicia Silverstone To Speak at VegFest!
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Back by popular demand, Alicia Silverstone is returning to VegFest in celebration of our 20th annual event! She will be speaking and signing books following her presentation. The actress and author of
The Kind Diet
and
The Kind Mama
, was
recently honored
by Mercy For Animals at the Annual Hidden Heroes Gala for her lifelong work and also recently spoke on
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
about veganism.
VegFest is set for Sunday, April 28, 2019, and we are working hard to make it our biggest and best ever! We have doubled the hall space, widened the aisles, and added seating to give attendees plenty of room to enjoy the event. We are also adding brand new attractions! Stay tuned as we roll out our entire lineup of speakers, restaurants, cooking demos, and other fun activities over the next few months.
Get your tickets early and save.
Purchase Tickets Here
for only $12.50 in advance (plus a small Eventbrite processing fee) or $17 at the door. You can also become a
VegMichigan Member
and get into VegFest for free while enjoying other great benefits!
Note to Vendors
: Check your inbox January 7th for registration details.
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To join us for one of our many monthly dining outings, simply click on the listing below for more information and RSVP. All are welcome so please bring your non-vegan friends!
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Sunday, January 6, 6pm - 8:30pm
Thursday, January 10, 6pm - 8pm
Sunday, January 13, 11am
Thursday, January 17, 6pm
Wednesday, January 30, 6:30pm
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Second Seating for Dr. Kahn Talk Now Available
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Tuesday, January 22nd, 7pm - 8:30pm
Northville District Library
212 W Cady St., Northville
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We are excited to announce the seating for Dr. Joel Kahn's presentation at the Northville District Lib
rary on January 15th sold out with 50 registrations from library patrons, allowing us to reach many non-vegans with information on the benefits of going plant-based. Due to the overwhelming interest in this event, we've added a second date. Join us for the second seating on January 22nd at the Northville District Library. Dr. Joel Kahn will present the science of why a healthy plant-based diet provides all of the nutrition needed to live a healthy and active lifestyle during all stages of life.
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To register, you must contact the library directly at:
(248) 349-3020 ext. 235 or
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Vegan Brunch @ The Old Shillelagh
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Join VegMichigan at The Old Shillelagh in downtown Detroit on Sunday, January 13th at 11 am
for the unveiling of their new vegan brunch menu including Biscuits and Walnut Sausage Gravy, Breakfast Tacos, Maple French Toast topped with Strawberries, and many other great options! You can also order from their already famous vegan lunch menu.
As always, we will have a great time and will be raffling off great prizes! The only cost is the cost of your food and drink(s). Please RSVP today by contacting
[email protected]
,
we would love to see you there!
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Veganism Becoming More Popular in Michigan
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Michigan State University School of Journalism student, Jacob Vogel, recently wrote an article on the growing popularity of vegan eating right here in the state of Michigan. His article covers the many reasons Michiganders are turning to vegan food and features leaders in the movement to grow veganism in Michigan, including, Dr. Joel Kahn and VegMichigan's own, Tom Progar! Read the full article
here
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VegMichigan continues to expand and is looking for an experienced marketing professional to join our team. If you're passionate about the vegan movement and have a background in marketing, we need your help! To view the full
Director of Marketing
job description and find out how to apply, click
here.
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For many of us, January is a time of New Year's resolutions, setting new goals and reflecting on how we can become our best selves. For an increasing number of people, that includes considering the switch to a vegan diet or gradually incorporating more plant-based foods into our lives. January is the perfect month to reset our health and be more compassionate and sustainable in the process!
Resources abound for those looking to transition to a plant-based diet, including the popular
Veganuary
pledge, which inspires people to go vegan in January and continue throughout the year. The new
TryVeg podcast
addresses vegan families, and includes topics like packing healthy and nutritious vegan lunches for kids. See this
article
for more great reasons to go vegan and be sure to check out our online
Resources
page for local contacts who can help you navigate the transition.
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2018: Another Huge Year for Vegan Athletes
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Plant-based athletes, including decorated tennis star and recent Wimbledon and U.S. Open champion,
Novak Djokovic
, had another banner year in 2018! Many credit their performance, energy, and part of their success to following a plant-based diet rich in plant proteins and fruits and veggies. Check out this latest
article
highlighting other vegan athletes who continue to shine in their sports.
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Healthy Triple Layer Smoothie
Ingredients:
3 cups banana chunks, frozen
1 20-oz. can pineapple chunks, juice reserved
1/2 cup kale or spinach leaves
1/2 cup raspberries
1 cup blueberries
Directions:
- Add 1 cup of the frozen banana chunks and 1 cup of the pineapple chunks to a blender and blend until smooth. Divide evenly among 3 glasses.
- Blend together another cup of the frozen banana chunks, 1/2 cup of the pineapple chunks, and the kale or spinach. Add some pineapple juice, if needed, to thin out. Carefully add to the glasses, trying not to mix the colors.
- Blend together the remaining cup of frozen banana chunks with the raspberries and blueberries. Add some pineapple juice, if needed. Carefully pour into the glasses and serve immediately.
Makes 3 servings
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VegMichigan is proud to have accomplished so much for the plant-based movement in 2018 with your help! Look out for our Year-In-Review update coming to your inbox soon.
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VegMichigan is a 501(c)(3), nonprofit organization focused on promoting the health, environmental, and ethical benefits of a vegan diet. We work to educate the public by offering a wide range of activities for learning and socializing.
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