The VRG's Maryland Newsletter by Laura McGuiness, MLIS
August, 2020
- VEGETARIAN RESOURCE GROUP RESEARCH AND NEWS - HEALTHY VEGAN DISHES ON A BUDGET, BEYOND MEAT VALUE PACK, VEGAN GROCERY SHOPPING DURING COVID-19
- TENNESSEE STUDENT ANNA SHERWOOD WINS $5,000.00 VEGETARIAN RESOURCE GROUP SCHOLARSHIP
- A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL OUR VOLUNTEERS
- MARYLAND VEGAN RESTAURANT WEEK EXTENDED TO AUGUST 23, 2020
- BABA'S MEDITERRANEAN KITCHEN
- GREAT SAGE
- THE SPORTY DOG
- SPROUTS FARMERS MARKET OPENS NEW STORE IN BALTIMORE
- PLANT-POWERED MEAT MONTH EXTENDED TO AUGUST, 2020
- THE VRG PARENTS AND KIDS GROUP
- VRG BOOKSTORE
- VEGETARIAN JOURNAL PREVIEWS
- VRG HIGHLIGHTS
- WISH LIST
- BEQUESTS
- VRG BOOTHS & EVENTS
- UPCOMING EVENTS
- FOLLOW VRG'S SOCIAL MEDIA!
- BALTIMORE VEGAN ICE CREAM WINS COMPETITION
- THAI LANDING HAS MOVED
- MARYLAND AREA EVENTS
- ABOUT VRG
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2) TENNESSEE STUDENT ANNA SHERWOOD WINS $5,000.00 VEGETARIAN RESOURCE GROUP SCHOLARSHIP
Anna said: When I was 14-years old, I was the only vegan teenager I knew. When
trying to find others online, ... I wanted to see a website where I could connect
with vegans my own age, while at the same time getting high-quality advice and
support targeted to my perspective as a teenager. I couldn't find one, so I decided
to create it. (vegan teen.net)
For years, I have collected stories on my website from vegan teenagers around the
world, as well as written answers based on real questions from teenagers who have
contacted me ... I realized early on in creating my website that I was not qualified
to answer all the questions other teenagers asked me, so I found some adults to act
as advisors.
My biggest achievement so far is co-authoring Veganism and Perspective in
Vegetarianism and Veganism: A Reference Handbook, which was published in June
2019...
In March 2019, I represented my age group as a non-profit educational table at
Nashville's VegFest ... One of the members of my VeganTeen Facebook group came up
for the day from Alabama
To see more about Anna, go to
[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2020/05/22/tennessee-student-anna-sherwood-wins-5000-vegetarian-resource-group-scholarship/ ]
We had 280 incredible applicants this year. We wish we could give awards to all of
them. The deadline for applications for 2021 high school seniors for a college
scholarship is February 20, 2021. See [ https://www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm ]
for more information on applying.
To support vegetarian scholarships and internships, donate at [ https://www.vrg.org/donate ]
To see other scholarship winners, go to: [ https://www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm ]
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3) A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL OUR VOLUNTEERS
Thanks to the following volunteers for all your hard work with The Vegetarian Resource Group, including posting to social media, writing blog posts, research, presentations, running booths, restaurant research, clerical work, writing HTML, contributing to our vegan parents group, doing media interviews, editing, photography, performing nutrition analysis, helping with our newsletters, and more! To volunteer at VRG, please contact us at vrg.org To support The Vegetarian Resource Group's outreach, donate at [ https://www.vrg.org/donate ]
- Nancy Berkoff, EdD, RD
- Whitney Blomquist
- Clare Broud
- Casey Brown, RD
- Anayeli Camacho
- Cathy Conway, MS, RD
- Juhi Dattani
- Elissa Free
- Erica Goretzki
- Reed Mangels, PhD, RD
- Julia Mathew
- Laura McGuiness, MLIS
- Wendy McPherson
- David Milner
- Abby Mudd
- Adhiral Muthukumar
- Katie Nunemaker
- Lucia Rivera
- Marcia Schveibinz
- Kavitha Shankar
- Brad Scott, MBA
- Jacqueline Tang
- James Craig Thieman
- Gabriella Walker
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4) MARYLAND VEGAN RESTAURANT WEEK EXTENDED TO AUGUST 23, 2020
From August 1 through August 23, 2020 participating restaurants in Maryland are promoting healthier menus with whole food/plant-based items. Enjoy a variety of plant-based and/or vegan menu items. Customers can vote on their favorite dishes in an effort to have restaurants include them in their every day menus. The event promises to be a great treat for everyone, vegan or not.
More info here: [ https://www.mdveganeats.com/ ]
[ https://facebook.com/events/s/maryland-vegan-restaurant-week/307528703959792/?ti=ia ]
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5) BABA'S MEDITERRANEAN KITCHEN
By Emilio Gironda
Farid CFO (Chief Falafel Officer) of Baba's has created a clean, warm, and welcoming restaurant that offers a full range of Middle Eastern/Mediterranean Cuisine. Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten-Free items are clearly marked on the menu. Their Hummus, Falafel and Baba Ghannoush are the best I have ever tasted. Pandemic Hours are Monday - Friday 11:30 am - 2:30 pm; Monday - Thursday 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm; Friday 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm; Saturday 11:30 am - 8:30 pm and Sunday Noon - 7:30 pm. Located at 745 East, Fort Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland 21230, phone (410) 727-7482. See:
[ https://www.babaskitchen.net/ ]
[ https://www.instagram.com/babasmedkitchen/ ]
[ https://www.facebook.com/pg/babasmedkitchen/posts/ ]
[ https://[email protected] ]
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6) GREAT SAGE
Great Sage is a 100% Vegan Restaurant. Their menu offers appetizers, salads, organic entrees, a kids' menu, an assortment of beverages (including beer and wine), and a mouth watering selection of desserts. Open 7 days a week from 11:30 am - 7:00 pm for carry out & curbside pick up. Great Sage is part of the Conscious Corner family of local, independently owned businesses located in the same shopping center: Nest (clothing and gift boutique) and Roots Market. More info on the Conscious Corner can be found here: [ https://consciouscorner.com/ ]
. Great Sage is located at 5809 Clarksville Square Drive, Clarksville, MD 21029, phone (443) 535-9400. See:
[email protected]
[ https://greatsage.com/ ]
[ https://www.instagram.com/greatsagevegan/ ]
[ https://www.facebook.com/GreatSageRestaurant ]
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7) THE SPORTY DOG
Baltimore has a new top dog in town. Lashauna and Daejonne, the mother and daughter owner/operators of The Sporty Dog, sell a variety of hot dogs, including vegan dogs that they cook on a separate grill from the meat dogs. All products are handcrafted in their kitchen to ensure the highest quality and good taste. They also offer a wide selection of delicious toppings. Located at 333 North Charles Street, Baltimore, phone (667) 401- 2738. See:
[email protected]
[ https://www.instagram.com/thesportydog/ ]
[ https://www.facebook.com/thesportydog/ ]
[ https://twitter.com/Sporty_Dog ]
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8) SPROUTS FARMERS MARKET OPENS NEW STORE IN BALTIMORE
Back in 2002, Sprouts opened their first store in an effort to make natural foods accessible to everyone. On July 22, 2020 they opened their 5th Maryland store at 3800 Boston Street in Baltimore. More information here:
[ https://www.sprouts.com/store/md/baltimore/baltimore/ ]
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9) PLANT-POWERED MEAT MONTH EXTENDED TO AUGUST, 2020
Calling all restaurants, professional chefs and food enthusiasts. In July, and now August, BotaniCuisine is sponsoring 'Plant-Powered Meat Month' in Baltimore, Annapolis, and Harford County. Events are planned showcasing plant-based/vegan meals that rival or best familiar animal-based alternatives. Vegans, vegetarians and people that just like good food can enjoy plant-based versions of their current favorites as well as explore the very best custom-crafted foods our local eateries have to offer. The uninitiated will discover what vegans and vegetarians already know: that plant- based/vegan foods are much more than just imitations of animal meats - they are equally-satisfying healthy wonders! For Restauranteurs and Professional Chefs, you will be able to reach a larger audience by participating in the event. Find out more here: [ https://plantpoweredmeatmonth.com/ ]
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10) THE VRG PARENTS AND KIDS GROUP
The VRG Parents and Kids Group offers support for families raising children on vegan diets and for vegan kids. It is a place to get advice about a wide-variety of topics: pregnancy, birthday parties, school lunches, Halloween, non-leather apparel, cruelty-free products, summer camps and more. The group is there to share wisdom, seek advice, or just find a sympathetic ear. Please share this information with any veggie families that you know!
Facebook link here: [ https://www.facebook.com/groups/VRGparentsandkids/ ]
VRG blog link here:
[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2020/07/02/join-the-discussion-with-500-families-in-the-vegetarian-resource-groups-parents-and-kids-facebook-group-4/ ]
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11) VRG BOOKSTORE
Plant Powered Families
Every parent struggles with creating healthful meals their family can enjoy. Especially when there are picky eaters in the bunch. Plant-Powered Families by Dreena Burton offers quick recipes and loads of kid-friendly sauces, dips, and spreads, all sure to tempt your little ones to gobble up their veggies. Start the day with Creamy Breakfast Rice Pudding or Chickpea Omelets. Burton is heavy on lunch fare, with offerings like Chickpea Salad Sandwiches, Tofu Feta, three kinds of Hummus and White Bean Guacamole. Childhood favorites like Pizza, Sloppy Joes and Burgers are all in the book, too. And don't forget every kid's favorite part of the the meal: dessert. Offer up secretly healthful treats like Peanut Butter Pudding with Berrylicious Swirl, Lemon-Kissed Blondie Bites, Fudgesicles, and Apple Nachos! Get ready for fall with seasonal tastes, too - Pumpkin Seed and Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars, Autumn Dinner Loaf, Caramel Apples, and Pumpkin Pie. There are color photos of every recipe, too!
Get everyone at the table with Plant-Powered Families by Dreena Burton, $19.95
Available at:
[ https://www.vrg.org/blog/2017/11/16/plant-powered-families-is-available-in-the-vegetarian-resource-group-book-catalog/ ]
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12) VEGETARIAN JOURNAL PREVIEWS
Bowl Meals
Get bowled over by this collection of simple meals by James Craig Thieman. Combine a grain, beans and veggies to create satisfying lunches, suppers or even breakfast in a bowl! Travel the world with Tikka Masala Bowls, Southern Anytime Bowls, Garden Cabbage and Barley Bowls, Orange and Sweet Tater Bowls, Wasabi Rice Bowls with Peas, and Deconstructed Samosa bowls. Each recipe has options to add toppings, spices or more veggies to amp up the offering. To support tasty efforts like this collection by James Craig, subscribe to the Vegetarian Journal. Each quarterly issue is packed with the latest scientific updates, vegan recipes to please a variety of eaters, as well as other great articles and outreach news. The Vegetarian Journal is available in print and on Kindle! Order the Kindle edition here:
[ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LBY2Y7K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1544727482&sr=8-1&keywords=B07LBY2Y7K ]
Order the print version here:
[ https://www.vrg.org/member/2013sv.php ]
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13) VRG HIGHLIGHTS
We received a note from someone in Argentina with a technical question about making tempeh. We were able to connect him with an expert, who answered his query.
We shared references from our Dietary Guidelines Testimony with a health professional trying to influence their professional group to share more vegetarian resources.
Kavitha Shankar, a PhD nutrition student is doing an internship with VRG through Texas Woman's University in Houston. She is assisting some of our undergrad interns, as well as answering a question about vegan milks sent to us by a dietitian.
We have received wonderful applications for the Vegetarian Video Scholarship. A special thank you to all the volunteers who helped review them. To see the video contest rules, visit: [ https://www.vrg.org/videoscholarship.php ]
Support vegan research and education by donating to The Vegetarian Resource Group go here:
[ https://www.givedirect.org/donate/?cid=1565 ]
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14) 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 seeking your support for the following:
- Have you wanted to make a gift in honor of a loved one, friend or colleague, but weren't sure which charities were vegan, pro-environment or pro-animal rights? Consider a donation to the VRG as a memorial for a loved one, or way to honor someone's actions with a living tribute. This is perfect for special occasions, such as a wedding, birthday, anniversary or retirement. We will send an acknowledgment to you and the giftee, and your kindness will support our educational outreach programs and help promote veganism. [ https://www.vrg.org/memandhon.htm ]
- Support VRG every time you shop on Amazon! Simply go to Amazon Smile and select The Vegetarian Resource Group as your chosen charity. Then every time you make a purchase a portion of your funds will be donated annually to VRG by Amazon. Support your dreams of vegan world when you shop online! Go to: [ https://smile.amazon.com/ref=smi_ext_ch_52- 1279034_dl?_encoding=UTF8&ein=52-1279034&ref_=smi_chpf_redirect&ref_=smi_ext_ch_52-1279034_cl ]
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15) BEQUESTS
The VRG depends on the generous contributions of our members and supporters to continue our educational projects. Though the world may not become vegan in our lifetime, we realize we are planning and working for future generations. Your will and life insurance policies enable you to protect your family, and also to provide a way to give long-lasting support to causes in which you believe. Naming The Vegetarian Resource Group in your will or life insurance policy will enable us to increase our work towards a vegan world.
One suggested form of bequest is: I give and bequeath to The Vegetarian Resource Group, Baltimore, Maryland, the sum of _ ________ dollars (or if stock, property, or insurance policy, please describe).
To be sure your wishes are carried out, be sure to speak with your attorney specifically about writing the correct information into your will.
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16) VRG BOOTHS & EVENTS
Come visit us at these VRG booths! At this time these events are still scheduled - but remember to check on the event websites for the latest information.
The 7th Annual Baltimore Vegan Soulfest scheduled for Saturday, August 22, 2020 has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 crisis. See their Face Book page for more information including the possibility of it being re-scheduled. [ https://www.facebook.com/baltimorevegansoul/ ]
Albany VegFest
Sunday October 4, 2020 10:30 am to 5:00 pm
Albany Capital Center Eagle Street, Albany, NY 12207
If you're interested in helping us with a booth, please contact us at [email protected]
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17) UPCOMING EVENTS
Currently no VRG Booth at these events. At this time these events are still scheduled - but remember to check on the event web sites for the latest information.
Master Class in Plant-based Clinical Nutrition
The Master Class is a twice-monthly educational webinar led by clinician Michael Klaper, M.D. who shows how to use diet to transform the body's chemistry and physiology to awaken the healing forces within. Classes run from July 12 until December 20, 2020.
Click here for additional information and links to register.
[ https://www.doctorklaper.com/mmf-masterclass-registration ]
Maryland Vegan Restaurant Week
From August 1 through August 23, 2020 participating restaurants in Maryland are promoting healthier menus with whole food plant based items. Enjoy a variety of plant-based and/or vegan menu items. Customers can vote on their favorite dishes. It promises to be a great treat for everyone, vegan or not.
More info here:
[ https://facebook.com/events/s/maryland-vegan-restaurant-week/307528703959792/ ]
Lancaster VegFest
Saturday, October 10, 2020
Noon to 5:00 pm
Buchanan Park
Lancaster, PA
11th Annual Tampa Bay VegFest
November 7, 2020
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Perry Harvey Sr Park
100 E Harrison St
Tampa FL, 33602
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18) FOLLOW VRG'S SOCIAL MEDIA!
You can keep up with us on ~
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19) BALTIMORE VEGAN ICE CREAM WINS COMPETITION
Congratulations to vegan ice cream brand Cajou Creamery on winning a storefront competition, allowing them to open their first brick-and-mortar location in Baltimore, MD. The contest was sponsored by the Market Center Merchants Association and property developers Poverni Sheikh and Charles Street Development Corp. The Creamery plans to open in fall 2020 or spring 2021 but at this time nothing is definite because of the pandemic. Their website is here:
[ https://www.cajoucreamery.com/ ]
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20) THAI LANDING HAS MOVED
Thai Landing has moved from their Midtown-Belvedere home of 30-plus years. They will be opening in Towson and Belvedere Square once the pandemic issues have been resolved. For now they are accepting online and catering orders at Rhouse, 301 West 29th Street, Baltimore, MD 21211. You can place your order online, go to the parking lot on the Remington Ave. side, call them, and they will bring your order out to you. Their vegetarian menu is here: [ https://www.thailandingmd.com/menu/vegetarian ]
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21) MARYLAND AREA EVENTS
Check websites to see if events are happening. Still many pandemic restrictions that can change weekly.
JEWISH VEG DC CHAPTER
For updates:
[ https://www.facebook.com/groups/JewishVegDC?mc_cid=390a70b9cc&mc_eid=9346dc739f ]
BALTIMORE VEGAN BOOK CLUB
For updates:
[ https://www.facebook.com/pg/Baltimore-Vegan-Book-Club-1686226734809409/events/?ref=page_internal ]
BALTIMORE VEGAN DRINKS
For Vegan Drinks events see
[ https://www.facebook.com/pg/BaltimoreVeganDrinks/events/?ref=page_internal ]
DINEKIND
Dinekind Harford meets monthly to share information on the benefits of a plant-based diet. For more information, visit:
[ http://www.dinekindharford.com/ ]
VEGEVENTS
Maryland and DC veg events can be found at [ https://www.vegevents.com ]
WHOLE FOOD FOR OPTIMAL HEALTH - BALTIMORE SUPPORT GROUP
[ https://www.meetup.com/whole-food-for-optimal-health-potluck/ ]
EARTHSAVE NEWS & EVENTS
For more information:
[ https://earthsavebaltimore.org ]
FORKS OVER KNIVES MONTHLY POTLUCKS
This group is for those interested in trying a whole food plant-based diet or for those who already eat this way. This is a diet with none to very little oil, salt, or refined sugar. 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/ ]
MONTHLY COOKING CLASSES
Check website for monthly class updates:
[ http://www.veggourmet.wordpress.com ]
SOUTH CARROLL SUPPER CLUB
South Carroll Seventh-day Adventist Church
Taylorsville, MD
Email Deborah Jamieson for event information: [email protected]
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22) 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:
[ 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 2020 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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