2) A WINNER OF THE VEGETARIAN RESOURCE GROUP 2017 VIDEO CONTEST
Acsah Melgares stated, "Hello, my name is Acsah and I've been a vegetarian of almost 2 years now. My switch to vegetarianism came as a surprise for everyone around me because I grew up in a culture where meat is served at every party. Although that may throw people off, I think that vegetarianism does not exclude any group. Anyone can be a vegetarian, so long as they want to. I decided to switch over to a vegetarian diet because of my love for animals. As a child, I would always point out animal cruelty-in the circus, food, etc. Along with not wanting to support animal cruelty, I decided to become a vegetarian because of my health. Many diseases, like high blood pressure, runs in my family, so I want to prevent it while saving the animals. I don't see a difference between torturing a dog and torturing a chicken- they are both gods wonderful creation. Therefore, I want to look out for animals that "belong" to the meat industry in hopes that one day, I can make a difference. I hope that my video has shown a brief explanation to why I am a vegetarian. I enjoyed making it and I hope you enjoyed watching! Thank you for your time."
See: [ http://www.vrg.org/veg_videos.php#Melgares ]
The deadline for the next video contest is July 15, 2018.
See [ http://www.vrg.org/videoscholarship.php ]
For information about VRG’s College Scholarship Contest,
see [ http://www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm ]
To support The Vegetarian Resource Group scholarships and internships,
donate at
[ http://www.vrg.org/donate ]
3) VEGETARIAN RESOURCE GROUP VEGAN DINNER IN WASHINGTON, DC SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2018 AT 6pm
TThe Vegetarian Resource Group will host a vegan dinner at BUSBOYS AND POETS in Washington, DC (About three blocks from the Convention Center) on Sunday, October 21, 2018 during the annual meeting of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Meet VRG advisors Reed Mangels PhD RD, Catherine Conway MS RD, Mark Rifkin Ms RD, Debra Wasserman, Charles Stahler, and vegetarian dietitians from around the country. All are welcome.
Menu
- Appetizers:
- BBQ Vegan Chicken Bites
- Crispy Brussels Sprouts (Brussels sprouts with shallots, agave vinaigrette)
- Tabbouleh (Quinoa, parsley, tomatoes, green onions, lemon juice)
- Entrée:
- Beans and Wild Rice (black beans, fresh guacamole, pico de gallo)
- Dessert:
- Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie
- Fountain Drinks and Iced Tea
To reserve: Send $35 per person (includes tax and tip) with names to
The Vegetarian Resource Group
P.O. Box 1463
Baltimore, MD 21203
Must reserve and pay in advance.
Call (410) 366-8343.
Or pay at
[ http://www.vrg.org/donate ]
and write DC Dietitian Dinner in the Comments.
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4) NEEDS BASED PAID INTERNSHIP IN BALTIMORE--ELEANOR MILTIMORE WOLFF SCHOLARSHIP
The Vegetarian Resource Group has one needs based paid internship ($3,500 stipend) in Baltimore this summer for eight weeks. To apply send a resume, writing sample, and cover letter addressing your need, vegetarian knowledge, past activism, short term and long term goals, and what you hope to learn from the internship. Send to Att. Internship; [email protected]
Indicate if applying for the needs based internship. For more information, see
[
http://www.vrg.org/student/index.php ]
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5) SUPPORT THE VEGETARIAN RESOURCE GROUP BY JOINING HUMBLE BUNDLE
The Vegetarian Resource Group receives 5% for each enabled Store purchase, and $10 for every new Humble Monthly subscriber before the end of March (some exclusions apply). To sign up, visit [ http://www.humblebundle.com/store?partner=573&charity=573 ]
.
Humble Bundle is a retailer of digital games and ebooks.
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6) CHOCOLATE SEDER
Join Congregation Beit Tikvah in the Roland Park section of Baltimore for a Chocolate Seder
Friday, April 6, 2018, 6:30 PM start
(Dairy and Vegetarian)
$18 per person and $10 under 13
RSVP by April 3, 2018
[email protected]
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8) SPROUTS FARMERS MARKET® OPENS ELLICOTT CITY STORE
WHAT: Sprouts Farmers Market is opening in Ellicott City! The new store will be the first Sprouts in Maryland, marking the grocer's expansion to the mid-Atlantic to help meet the growing local demand for fresh, natural and organic foods at great prices.
WHERE: 9150 Baltimore National Pike
As part of Sprouts' commitment to 'zero waste', the new Ellicott City Sprouts will donate unsold and edible groceries to Maryland Food Bank through the grocer's Food Rescue program.
About Sprouts Farmers Market
Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. specializes in fresh, natural and organic products at prices that appeal to everyday grocery shoppers. Based on the belief that healthy food should be affordable, visit [ http://about.sprouts.com ]
for more information.
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9) VRG HIGHLIGHTS
The Vegetarian Resource Group has been busy sending educational materials around the country, from New Jersey to Arizona to Hawaii, including brochures and Vegetarian Journals to be given out at the Jim Cook Day of Hope for Diabetes in California and at the inaugural Michiana Veg Fest in Indiana.
VRG assisted individuals looking to start a vegan non-profit in Pittsburgh and provide fresh, healthy vegan and vegetarian options to students in public schools.
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10) MARYLAND AREA EVENTS
VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN MEET-UPS IN BALTIMORE, MD
The Vegetarian Meet-up happens at
Mango Grove
8865 Stanford Boulevard
Columbia, Maryland 21045
on the first Sunday each month at 12:30 PM.
The Vegan Meet-up takes place at
Mr. Chan Szechuan
1000 Reisterstown Rd.
Pikesville, MD 21208
on the third Wednesday every month at 7 PM.
If you are vegan or vegetarian and would like to eat great food while socializing with others who share your interests, attend a meet-up!
For more information about EarthSave's Vegan and Vegetarian Baltimore Meet-ups, see:
DINEKIND
Dinekind Harford meets monthly to share information on the benefits of a plant-based diet. For more information, visit: [
http://www.dinekindharford.com/ ]
MARYLANDVEGEVENTS.COM
[
Marylandvegevents.com ]
is a one stop calendar site for all MD/DC vegan and vegetarian events. If you are looking to network, socialize, and/or engage in social activism you will find plenty of opportunities here. Whether you are vegan, vegetarian, or interested in trying vegetarianism/veganism, you will find many exciting and fulfilling events. Maryland and DC veg events can be found at [
https://www.mustloveveg.com/events/ ]
WHOLE FOOD FOR OPTIMAL HEALTH - BALTIMORE SUPPORT GROUP
This group meets on the second Friday of each month at 6:30 PM at the
Park Heights Community Health Alliance
4151 Park Heights Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21215
They typically show one or more short educational videos, often a cooking demonstration of something delicious and easy. And, of course, support, discussion, advice, and recipes, beginners welcome. Please bring a vegan dish to share if you can.
Please RSVP and visit at
[ https://www.meetup.com/Whole-Food-for-Optimal-Health-Potluck/ ]
If you have any questions, contact: Margie (mobile: 410-375-5803, [email protected])
WELLNESS COACH
Marcy Schveibinz is a national board certified health and wellness coach and owner of Columbia Nutrition LLC (www.columbianutrition.com). For the past 4 years she has been applying her knowledge and skills from her training as a coach as well as a degree in nutrition to help clients lose weight and adopt a healthy lifestyle in many areas of wellness. She is currently accepting clients for one-on-one weekly or monthly coaching. She can be contacted by phone: 410-935-8353 or email: [email protected]
FORKS OVER KNIVES MONTHLY POTLUCKS
This group is for those interested in trying or for those already committed to a whole food, plant based diet with none or very little oil, salt, or refined sugar. There is a monthly potluck where we sample delicious and healthy dishes, share recipes, learn, and connect with like-minded individuals.
For more information about the next event, visit:
[ http://www.meetup.com/Columbia-MD-Forks-Over-Knives-Meetup/ ]
BALTIMORE VEGAN DRINKS MONTHLY MEETUP
Baltimore Vegan Drinks is a happy hour for vegans, vegetarians, and the veg-curious. There's no cover charge, and there are 100%-vegan snacks, entrees and more. And of course there are awesome vegan drinks! Our group is part of a national Vegan Drinks outfit with events in dozens of cities. Vegan Drinks' mission is to bring together diverse people to build new friendships and promote the sharing of resources.
For more information about Vegan Drinks, visit:
DIRECT ACTION EVERYWHERE
Direct Action Everywhere is an international network of activists who engage in its namesake to disrupt speciesism in places where its normalcy is celebrated, such as restaurants & grocery stores, and occasionally festivals or other relevant events. Open rescues are regularly performed, so we can relay stories of rescue and investigation with the public as well as call for animal liberation for all. Fundamentally, as a local chapter, we serve to get the issue of animal rights on the table in our area through creative protest.
This month, on March 24th, 2018 from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM, there will be a demonstration outside near a restaurant in relation to fishes and other aquatic animals. Some activists will appear behind a net underneath a banner to "END FISHING," while others will hold double-sided signs and distribute leaflets about the fishing industry. This event will take place at :
Baltimore's Inner Harbor
100 E. Pratt St.
Baltimore, MD 21202
For more information, visit: [ https://www.facebook.com/DxEBaltimore/ ]
MONTHLY COOKING CLASSES
No meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, or honey. $55/person; $100/two people; $50/VSDC, VRG, or COK members. Demonstration classes include recipes, organic food samples, manufacturers' samples coupons. Gift certificates are available for purchase.
Email [email protected] or call 703-643-2713 for space availability. Make checks payable to
Mimi Clark
9302 Hallston Ct.
Fairfax Station, VA 22039
Sorry, no phone or e-mail reservations and no walk-ins. Seventy-two hour cancellation policy for refund or credit. Class subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment is not met.
Check website for monthly class updates: [ http://www.veggourmet.wordpress.com ]
Upcoming class: March 25, 2018 for Food from Around the World.
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11) VISIT VRG AT THESE OUTREACH BOOTHS
- Maryland Dietetics in Health Care Communities (MD-DHCC) Spring Conference
- Maryland Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Clarksville, MD
Tuesday, April 10, 2018
- Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo
- Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Washington DC
October 21-23, 2018
- VRG Annual Vegan Dinner
- Washington, DC
Sunday, October 21, 2018 at 6 PM
- Vegetarian Resource Group Annual Pre-Thanksgiving Potluck
- Baltimore MD
Sunday, November 18, 2018
To volunteer at VRG booths, please contact Ginny at [email protected]
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12) VRG WISHLIST
As a non-profit, we can only take on new projects when we are able to get support from donors and our dedicated volunteers. Right now, we are especially seeking your support for the following:
- Volunteers to read & respond to scholarship applications (through April). Contact us at [ [email protected] ]
to help send words of encouragement to young vegans & vegetarians around the country!
- VRG Outreach Booth at American Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, attended by 10,000 health professionals-our most important conference of the year. Here, we're able to educate and put materials into the hands of 1,000 registered dietitians and other health professionals. ($50 to give out copies of Vegetarian Journal and other resources to ten dietitians) ($4,000 to have a booth)
- It's tax season! If you received a refund on your taxes this year, please consider donating to The Vegetarian Resource Group! Your donations allow us to support vegan education in a wide variety of venues, including schools, doctor and dietitian offices, libraries, various professional conferences, animal rights events, health fairs, environmental festivals, and much more.
You can make a one time, quarterly, monthly, or an annual donation. To make a donation, call (410)-366-8343 M-F 9:00-5:00, mail a check to
The Vegetarian Resource Group
PO Box 1463
Baltimore MD, 21203
or visit [
http://www.vrg.org/donate ]
.
Please be sure to let us know which project you would like your contribution to fund. Thank you for supporting The Vegetarian Resource Group!
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13) A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL OUR VOLUNTEERS
Thanks to the following VRG volunteers for all your hard work with The Vegetarian Resource Group, including reading (so many!) scholarship entries, writing blog posts, editorials, and restaurant reviews, doing media interviews, performing nutrition analysis, doing HTML, helping with our newsletters, and more!
- Matt Baker
- Nancy Berkoff, EdD, RD
- Nanette Blanchard
- Whitney Blomquist
- Casey Brown
- Davin Cheyenne
- Cathleen Cook
- Anne Custer
- Brigette Dumais
- Virginia Eggerton
- Nancy Eisman
- Natalie Evans
- Heather Francis
- Elissa Free
- Miranda Grizio
- Suzanne Hengen
- Laneece Hurd
- Teagan Kim
- Anna Lam
- Karen Lazarus
- Reed Mangels, PhD, RD
- Julia Mathew
- Laura McGuiness
- David Milner
- Susan Oser
- Robin Patalon
- Susan Petrie
- Yasmin Radbod
- Lauren Rivers
- Jenny Saccenti
- Marcia Schveibinz
- Griffin Stein
- Robin Tate
- Marvin Tenberg
- Nicole Turner
- Emily Wood
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14) VEGAN MAGAZINE EDITOR/LAYOUT JOB
Vegan group seeks Senior Editor in Baltimore to edit and lay out 36-page Vegetarian Journal four times a year, plus periodic miscellaneous tasks, such as designing brochures, t-shirts, decals, etc. Averages about five to eight hours per week. Proficient in InDesign. Send writing sample, design sample, resume, and cover letter addressing vegan knowledge, short and long term goals, and magazine editing and layout experience. $14/hour. Reply to editor job at [email protected]
$14/hour.
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15) BECOME A MONTHLY DONOR FOR VRG
The Vegetarian Resource Group greatly appreciates the support given by our monthly donors. You can join our monthly giving group with a minimum gift of just $10 a month by going to
[ http://www.vrg.org/donate ]
You will be part of a network of givers who support our outreach efforts on an ongoing basis. These donations allow us to continue vegan education in a wide variety of venues including schools, doctor and dietitian offices, libraries, various professional conferences, animal rights events, health fairs, environmental festivals, and much more. Thank you for your support!
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16) ABOUT VRG
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 The Vegetarian Resource Group national email newsletter, please visit:
[ http://lists.vrg.org/mailman/listinfo/vrg-news_lists.vrg.org ]
We are also on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!!
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/donate/?cid=1565 ]
Copyright The Vegetarian Resource Group 2018 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.
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