1) VEGETARIAN RESOURCE GROUP RESEARCH AND NEWS

• VEGAN SNACKS FOR GYMNASTS
• VEGAN TURKEY ALTERNATIVES FOR THANKSGIVING
• PUMPKIN DISHES YOU CAN PREPARE AT HOME THIS SEASON
• BARUKAS
• VEGAN CHOICES AT EARLS RESTAURANTS
• VEGAN CASSEROLES
• VEGAN BOOTS
• VEGAN COOKIES AT SMOOTHIE KING PUMPKIN DISHES
• FEEDING VEGAN KIDS
• VEGAN TRAVEL TO JAPAN
• AND MORE

THE CHIPS THAT CAN'T BE BEET

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/11/08/the-chips-that-cant-be-beet/ ]

VEGAN THANKSGIVING 2018 MEALS AND EVENTS BEING OFFERED IN THE USA!

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/11/07/vegan-thanksgiving-2018-meals-and-events-being-offered-in-the-usa/ ]

UMAI GORILLA: VEGAN RESTAURANT IN PENNSYLVANIA

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/11/06/umai-gorilla-vegan-restaurant-in-pennsylvania/ ]

BARUKAS: UNIQUE NUTS FROM SOUTH AMERICA

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/11/05/barukas-unique-nuts-from-south-america/ ]

EARLS RESTAURANTS: ITEMS THEY LIST AS VEGAN

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/11/02/earls-restaurants-items-they-list-as-vegan/ ]

VEGAN TURKEY ALTERNATIVES FOR THANKSGIVING

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/11/01/vegan-turkey-alternatives-for-thanksgiving-2/ ]

IS PRESIDENT TRUMP PUSHING A VEGAN AGENDA?

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/10/31/is-president-trump-pushing-a-vegan-agenda/ ]

TIGERS LIVE LONGER THAN CHEETAHS

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/10/29/tigers-live-longer-than-cheetahs/ ]

VEGAN CASSEROLES YOU CAN ENJOY DURING AUTUMN

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/10/26/vegan-casseroles-you-can-enjoy-during-autumn/ ]

HOW MANY AMERICAN ADULTS PURCHASE NON-DAIRY MILK?

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/10/24/how-many-american-adults-purchase-non-dairy-milk/ ]

WE'VE COMPILED A LIST OF ONLINE SHOPS AND STORES SELLING VEGAN BOOTS IN THE USA

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/10/18/weve-compiled-a-list-of-online-shops-and-stores-selling-vegan-boots-in-the-usa-2/ ]

ALTERNATIVE BAKING COMPANY VEGAN COOKIES SOLD AT SMOOTHIE KING

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/10/16/alternative-baking-company-vegan-cookies-sold-at-smoothie-king/ ]

PUMPKIN DISHES YOU CAN PREPARE AT HOME THIS SEASON

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/10/15/pumpkin-dishes-you-can-prepare-at-home-this-season/ ]

VEGANS, REJOICE: WHY JAPAN TRAVEL IS MORE VEGAN-FRIENDLY THAN YOU THINK

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/10/11/vegans-rejoice-why-japan-travel-is-more-vegan-friendly-than-you-think/ ]

FDA ASKS FOR INPUT ON USE OF THE NAMES OF DAIRY FOODS IN LABELING PLANT-BASED PRODUCTS

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/10/10/fda-asks-for-input-on-use-of-the-names-of-dairy-foods-in-labeling-plant-based-products/ ]

AUTUMN IS HERE--MAKE A VEGETABLE CHOWDER AT HOME

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/10/09/autumn-is-here-make-a-vegetable-chowder-at-home/ ]

A REVIEW OF SUNFLOWER FAMILY "SUNFLOWER MUSHROOM STEW"

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/10/08/a-review-of-sunflower-family-sunflower-mushroom-stew/ ]

VEGAN SNACKS FOR GYMNASTS

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/10/02/vegan-snacks-for-gymnasts/ ]

FEEDING VEGAN KIDS

[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2018/10/01/feeding-vegan-kids/ ]

2) VRG'S 37TH ANNUAL PRE-THANKSGIVING VEGAN POTLUCK, SUNDAY NOV. 18TH IN BALTIMORE, MD

The Vegetarian Resource Group is hosting our 37th Annual Pre-Thanksgiving Vegan Potluck Dinner, showing appreciation for turkeys by not eating them! Join us in sharing a variety of festive, delicious, vegan dishes. All are welcome. Adult admission is $5 and children are free. Please bring a vegan dish – free of meat, fish, fowl, dairy, eggs, honey, or any other animal-derived ingredients – that serves 4 per adult in your party. We are also collecting canned foods for those in need. The event will take place Sunday November 18th at 5:00 PM in the North Baltimore Mennonite Church, located at 4615 Roland Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21210.

If you have any questions, please call 9am to 5pm, Monday - Friday (410) 366-VEGE (410-366-8343).

You can email us questions at [email protected].

If you’re interested in volunteering at this event, please e-mail [email protected].

Please share our flyer here: [ https://www.vrg.org/2018_Thanksgiving%20Potluck-1.pdf ]
[ https://www.facebook.com/events/430242214151336/ ]

3) THE VEGETARIAN RESOURCE GROUP'S 2018 VIDEO CONTEST WINNERS

Lean, Mean, & Green Machine!

By Caleb J. Edwards

I am interested in vegetarianism to reap the benefits of the clean eating that is most often associated with it. My interest in vegetarianism spans from meal preparation, meal creativity, food source, and environmental justice. See:
[ https://www.vrg.org/veg_videos.php#CalebJEdwards ]

The deadline for the next video contest is July 15, 2019 [ https://www.vrg.org/videoscholarship.php ]

View winners of the video contest at:
[ https://www.vrg.org/veg_videos.php ]

For information about VRG’s College Scholarship Contest (One $10,000, two $5,000 awards), see: [ https://www.vrg.org/student/scholar ]

To support The Vegetarian Resource Group scholarships and internships, donate at [ https://www.vrg.org/donate ]
or The Vegetarian Resource Group, Box 1463, Baltimore, MD 21203

Video scholarships have been given in honor of W.M. Zahn, who was a great mentor.

4) SUNDOGS BED AND BREAKFAST

Sundogs Bed and Breakfast is an animal-friendly, eco-friendly, country retreat situated on 46 secluded acres. This peaceful destination awaits you, in the beautiful Potomac River Valley in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, just 4 miles north of Historic Shepherdstown. Sundogs offers 5 dog friendly rooms each with a private bath - including several with freestanding pedestal tubs - and heated floors. Your vegetarian breakfast is made using local ingredients whenever possible, with many coming from our own future vegetable and herb gardens. Breakfast is served each morning in our bright dining room which opens onto a lovely porch and patio perfect for al fresco dining when weather permits. Wide open spaces with trails through sunny meadows, cool shady forests and a cascading stream invite you to explore and enjoy morning hikes with your two legged and four legged friends. Sundogs is situated for participating in many of the local activities including Potomac River rafting, Shepherdstown University events or shopping and sightseeing.

For information, see:
[ https://www.sundogsbb.com/ ]

5) CHARITABLE IRA ROLLOVER AND DONOR ADVISED FUNDS

Because the standard deduction has been raised to $12,000 for individuals and $24,000 for married couples filing jointly, some people may lose the advantage of deducting charitable donations, since their itemized deductions won't exceed those amounts.

So for donors who are over 70 1/2 years old, they may want to use the charitable IRA rollover. The charitable IRA rollover is a distribution from an individual retirement account directly to a charity. The distribution from the plan administrator directly to the charity counts toward the donor’s required minimum distribution for the year, but the charitable donation is not included in the donor’s adjusted gross income.

Others may use a donor-advised fund. Donor-advised funds (DAFs) are accounts where the donors can advise on where and when to distribute funds. Donors claim the charitable deduction in the year the money is transferred to the DAF even though the funds have not been given to the final specific charities. This allows donors to consolidate several years of charitable gifts into one year for their income tax returns.

For example, married donors who usually give $3,000 per year to their favorite charitable organization can create a Donor-Advised fund, deposit $21,000 in it for a current year tax deduction, and then distribute $3,000 per year as annual gifts in future years.

Here is information about a few Donor Advised Funds.

• [ https://www.fidelitycharitable.org/philanthropy/what-is-a-donor-advised-fund.shtml ]
• [ https://www.schwabcharitable.org/public/charitable/donor_advised_funds ]
• [ http://programforgiving.org/charitable/pages/home.jsp ]

6) BAKERY IN PARKVILLE, MD OFFERS VEGAN CUPCAKES

Stupid Delicious located in Parkville, Maryland delivers cupcakes including vegan options such as "Almond Joy" Cupcake, Chocolate Cupcake, Vanilla Cupcake, Lemon Cupcake, Coffeecake Cupcake, Chocolate Mint Cupcake, and other choices.

For details see:
[ https://www.stupiddelicious.com/order?show=vegan ]

7) EARTHSAVE'S THANKS-LIVING VEGAN CELEBRATION

Earthsave’s last potluck of the year will be at Govans Presbyterian Church on Saturday, November 24th from 6:00 until 8:30. There will be live music, and a chance to connect with like-minded people. RSVP and join them for a fun event! [ http://earthsavebaltimore.org/node/77 ]

8) NEW VEGAN RESTAURANTS IN BALTIMORE CITY - Bmore Righteous and L'eau de Vie Organic Brasserie

Build Your Own Vegan Burger
For the vegan looking for a classic American meal, look no further. With various types of vegan meats, including jackfruit and chickpea toona, you can pick your poison and load it up with plenty of veggies and vegan ingredients such as cheeses and condiments. A simple and easy way to get home cooked vegan takeout food without the need for grocery shopping. Enjoy this really chill and fun atmosphere while listening to hip-hop.

At this modern vegan restaurant, enjoy food that is all organic and homemade with many gluten free options. Dishes include snacks and sides, entrée salads, Paninis, sandwiches, and seasonal dishes. With an entire wall of windows, it feels very open and light as you chow down. Outside seating available. Reservation-only, prix fixe, 3 course dinner on Thanksgiving day.
Reservations: 443-759-8758

9) CALLING ALL ENTREPRENEURS - FREE RENT FOR UP TO TWO YEARS IN BALTIMORE

According to The Baltimore Sun, Baltimore’s Remington neighborhood is hoping to lure retailers through a contest that promises free rent for up to two years.

The Greater Remington Improvement Association, working with the Johns Hopkins University and developer Seawall Development, is looking for local entrepreneurs to open concepts in two storefronts. Winners of the Remington Storefront Challenge will get space rent free for 12 to 24 months, funding to build out spaces, and technical assistance.

Applicants will be asked to show their experience and ability to follow a business plan, including how their store will boost foot traffic, fit in with existing businesses and meet neighborhood needs.

Online applications are due Jan. 8 at [ http://www.rscbaltimore.com ] . Organizers will choose the top 10 entries, who will be invited to pitch ideas to a panel of residents, local business owners and anchor institutions.

10) NEW VEGAN EVENTS AND COMPANIES IN BALTIMORE, MD

Greetings,

We are writing to inform you about our companies and events we are organizing in Baltimore.

We are Refocused World, a 100% vegan 501 (c)(3) nonprofit based in Baltimore, MD. We recently organized The Vegan Love Cookout, a vegan food and information festival, in Baltimore, MD. Our partner company, Refocused (dba Refocused Vegan formerly Vegan Refocused), is set to open its first storefront restaurant in the Mt. Vernon West area of Baltimore.

The First Annual Vegan Love Cookout, which was on October 14, 2018, featured a diverse group of nine influential vegan speakers and 27 vegan vendors. The Vegan Love Cookout had a tremendous turnout and excellent reviews with attendees and vendors looking forward to next year’s festival.

Our upcoming event, The First Annual Vegan Mac Fest, is going to be in Baltimore on December 1, 2018.

• [ http://www.veganmacfest.com ]
• [ https://www.facebook.com/events/280498472793239/ ]
• [ http://www.veganrefocused.com ]
• [ http://www.veganlovecookout.com ]

Vegan Mac Fest Staff

11) VEG SOCIETY OF DC - Annual Vegan Thanksgiving Celebration

Greetings! This is a friendly reminder to buy your tickets for our Annual Vegan Thanksgiving Celebration to be held at the Grand Hyatt (1000 H Street NW) in Washington, DC this year!

Tickets are $70 for VSDC members and $80 for non-members.

The Annual Vegan Thanksgiving includes a gourmet delicous menu, which you can view here: [ http://vsdc.org/VSDC-Thanksgiving ]

The event also features speaker, Ruby Lathon, raffle prizes, a silent auction, live music, and much more! Please visit [ http://www.vsdc.org ] , to learn more and buy your tickets.

12) WISH LIST

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:

We're getting down to the last of our Vegan Nutrition for Teenagers brochures. We’re looking for $1,000 for another print run of this very popular pamphlet.
Donate at [ https://www.vrg.org/donate ]

Because so many new vegan restaurants have recently opened across the couintry, we can use help with researching and writing up about 40 new ones. For an assignment, email [email protected].

13) COMBINED FEDERAL CAMPAIGN

If you are a Federal government employee, you can support The Vegetarian Resource Group through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). Look for us under Health & Medical Research Charities of America. If you’re not a Federal Employee, you may be able to support our work through your company’s charity donation or matching campaign.

14) VRG HIGHLIGHTS

We sent 200 copies of the Vegetarian Journal along with 600 brochures to Vegan Community of Eastern Iowa in support of their first veg fest; 200 brochures and coloring books to a dietitian working for about 5 schools in Eastern Pennsylvania; AND materials to a dietitian who works with children in a public high school in Delaware.

We sent about 100 Veganism in a Nutshell brochures, along with several buttons, and samples of brochures and the Vegetarian Journal to a college vegetarian group at Baylor in Waco, Texas; a case of Vegetarian Journals and over 600 brochures to the Vegetarian Society of Hawaii for distribution at their VegFest Oahu; and brochures to a vegan chef and activist in the DC area prior to a public showing of a pro-vegan documentary at a local church.

We sent books and other literature to a chef in Florida who’s teaching upper-elementary school children about veganism.

We assisted a journalist with an article about vegan fish alternatives.

VRG ran an outreach booth at the annual meeting of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Special thanks to Reed Mangels PhD, RD and Catherine Conway MS, RD for helping.

We assisted a new vegetarian company in finding food technologists.

15) MARYLAND AREA EVENTS

VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN MEET-UPS IN BALTIMORE, MD
The Vegetarian Meet-up happens at Mango Grove, located at 8865 Stanford Boulevard, in Columbia, Maryland 21045, on the first Sunday each month at 12:30 PM. The Vegan Meet-up takes place at Mr. Chan Szechuan at 1000 Reisterstown Rd. in Pikesville 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:

• [ http://www.meetup.com/vegetarian-9/ ]
• [ http://www.meetup.com/The-Baltimore-Vegan-Meetup-Group/ ]

DINEKIND

Dinekind Harford meets monthly to share information on the benefits of a plant-based diet. For more information, visit: [ http://www.dinekindharford.com/ ]

Other Maryland and DC veg events can be found at [ https://www.vegevents.com ]

WHOLE FOOD FOR OPTIMAL HEALTH - BALTIMORE SUPPORT GROUP
This group meets on the second Friday of each month at 6:30PM at the Park Heights Community Health Alliance, located at 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])

EARTHSAVE BALTIMORE
Saturday, November 24th, 6-8 pm is an Earthsave Thanks-Living Vegan Celebration. They’ll have some live music and get a chance to connect, share inspirations, and get to know one another a little better. It will be at Govans Presbyterian Church on Saturday, November 24th from 6:00 until 8:30. RSVP and join them for a fun event! [ http://earthsavebaltimore.org/node/77 ]

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; DECEMBER 11.
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.

The next event will be on December 11th starting at 7PM at Burleigh Animal Sanctuary, located at 3950 White Rose Way, Ellicott City, Maryland 21042.

For more information about Vegan Drinks, visit:

• [ https://www.facebook.com/BaltimoreVeganDrinks ]
• [ http://baltimorevegans.com/ ]

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 and mail to 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: Desserts and Candy Making - Sunday, December 2nd from 10AM to 1PM.

16) VISIT VRG AT THESE OUTREACH BOOTHS

Come visit us at these VRG booths!

The Buffalo Vegan Pop-Up Market brings local vegan business owners together to promote and sell their goods and services. See: [ https://www.facebook.com/buffaloveganpopup/ ]

If you would like to donate towards our veggie outreach, donate at: [ https://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

If you're interested in helping us at one of our booths, contact Gene Slothour-Hudnall at [email protected].

Upcoming Events:
Currently no VRG Booths at these events

17) 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, posting to social media, writing blog posts, research, presentations, restaurant research, accounting, clerical work, writing HTML, contributing to our vegan parents group, doing media interviews, staffing booths, editing, performing nutrition analysis, helping with our newsletters, and more!

• Matthew Baker, RN
• Chef Nancy Berkoff, EdD RD
• Whitney Blomquist
• Cathy Conway, MS RD
• Keryl Cryer
• Anne Custer
• Kalie Ganem
• Carole Hamlin
• Chloe Hightman
• Reed Mangels, Ph.D, RD
• Jerry Marcus, MD
• Paul Marrocco
• Julia Mathew
• Laura McGuiness
• David Milner
• Karen Peissinger
• Marcia Schveibinz
• Brad Scott
• Stuart Stahler

18) CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS

We're still looking for volunteers who can assist us with updating our lists of vegetarian and vegan restaurants. We’ve gotten a lot of leads from our scholarship entrants, but we need to research their suggestions.

We also need assistance with clerical work in our Baltimore office, including stuffing packages to be sent out to members.

We'll be needing local volunteers to assist with our Pre-Thanksgiving potluck in November. Can you help us set up or publicize the event?

To volunteer at VRG, please contact Gene at [email protected]

To support The Vegetarian Resource Group’s outreach, donate at [ https://www.vrg.org/donate ]

19) AMAZON SMILE: PURCHASE THROUGH AMAZON AND MAKE A DONATION TO VRG

A free, convenient service for converting that extra car, truck, or RV into a tax deductible donation benefiting The Vegetarian Resource Group. You can donate online or call 877-999-8322 to make your donation.

Start now by clicking on "Donate Now" below. If you are not ready to donate, find out about donating your vehicle by browsing all the valuable information and links on our site at: [ http://www.v-dac.com/org/?id=52127903 ]

20) GIVING TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2018

To donate and support vegan education and research, go to [ https://www,vrg.org/donate ]
Or join VRG at [ https://www.vrg.org/member/cabdacae.php ]
(Makes a great gift for friends or relatives.)

21) 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:

[ https://www.vrg.org/journal/ ]

To sign up for the The Vegetarian Resource Group national email newsletter, please visit:

We are also on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!!

• Facebook [ https://www.facebook.com/thevegetarianresourcegroup ]
• Instagram [ https://www.instagram.com/vegetarianresourcegroup/ ]
• Twitter [ https://www.twitter.com/VegResourceGrp ]
• VRG Parents and Kids Vegan Facebook Group [ https://www.facebook.com/groups/VRGparentsandkids/ ]

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: [ https://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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