DC Vegan | Area Events Calendar

2009 International Vegetarian Food Fair

2009-05-16T14:41:13.000Z

When: Sun May 17, 2009 1pm to 4pm EDT

Where: Capital Memorial Church 3150 Chesapeake Street, N.W. Washington, DC 20008
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: CMC members, hailing from more than 40 countries, once a year present an unlimited “sampling” of authentic international vegetarian cuisines. You can take a small serving of hundreds of items and come back for seconds if you like! Try foods from South America, Latin America, Africa, the Caribbean, Asia, Europe, and North America. All items will be vegetarian; those which are vegan will be noted. The price is $10 per person, free for children age 10 and under. Tel: 202.362.3668 eMail: capmem@earthlink.net Website: www.capitalmemorial.org

DC Vegan Drinks

2009-05-15T00:13:43.000Z

When: Thu May 28, 2009 7pm to Thu May 28, 2009 9pm EDT

Where: Bread & Brew, Washington DC
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: more info at http://dcvegandrinks.org

Soy of Cooking

2009-05-15T00:11:55.000Z

When: Sun May 31, 2009 10am to 1pm EDT

Where: Fairfax Station, VA
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description:

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Fairfax Station, VA. Learn about soy and its derivatives including tofu, tempeh, miso, TVP, shoyu/tamari, and soy milk. Past classes have included some of the following: roasted soy nuts, organic soy milk smoothies, edamame hummus, miso tahini spread, miso soup, tofu boursin cheese, tempeh salad, tempeh Reuben, TVP meatloaf, marinated baked tofu, breaded tofu, tofu nuggets, soy 2-way chili, Thai tofu curry, fudgesicles, chocolate mousse.

No meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, or honey. $50/person; $90/two people; $45/VSDC, VRG, COK members. Classes include recipes, organic food samples, manufacturers' samples, and coupons. Gift certificates available. Make checks payable to Mimi Clark, 9302 Hallston Ct., Fairfax Station, VA 22039. Sorry, no phone reservations. Seventy-two hour cancellation policy for refund or credit. Class subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment is not met. Email veggourmet@aol.com, or call 703.643.2713 for space availability.

Coming up: Salads/Picnics/BBQs

Mimi Clark, "Veggie Gourmet," has been teaching vegan cooking classes for the past 18 years. She has contributed recipes to several natural foods cookbooks, and is currently developing recipes for natural food manufacturers. Her vegan Chocolate Orange Mousse and Key Lime pies are featured at The Vegetable Garden restaurant, Rockville, MD. http://www.thevegetablegarden.com/

The Washington Animal Rescue League's Annual Open House

2008-09-10T15:56:01.000Z

Recurring Event
First start: 2008-10-25 EDT
Duration: 86400
Where: 71 Oglethorpe Street, NW Washington, DC 20011
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: PawFest is an excellent opportunity to visit one of the most active and innovative animal rehabilitation and adoption centers in the country. Come out for a weekend of fun and a chance to learn more about the League's rich history and unique approach to animal rehabilitation and adoption. Take advantage of a low-cost vaccination and microchip clinic on Saturday, October 25, from 9:30 - 12:00 noon. On Sunday, October 26, from noon - 4:00 p.m. enjoy fun activities such as a Haunted Shelter, face painting, a pet costume contest, and plenty of refreshments. Please bring friends, family and, of course, dogs! Admission is free.

Humane Society Walk for the Animals

2008-09-10T09:58:59.000Z

When: Sun Oct 5, 2008

Where: Constitution Gardens, at 17th St. NW and Constitution Ave.
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description:

The Washington Humane Society and The Humane Society of the United States invite you to join fellow animal lovers in the DC Metro Area – including visitors from across the nation and around the globe – for the 3rd annual Humane Society Walk for the Animals. Bring your canine friend – or walk for a pet who prefers to stay at home – and enjoy a scenic stroll around the lake at beautiful Constitution Gardens, located just north of the World War II Memorial, at the corner of Constitution Ave. and 17th St. NW.

REGISTER HERE!

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

* Washington Humane Society Mobile Cat & Dog Adoption Center and $35 Microchip Clinic * Canine Agility Course * Dog/Owner Look-a-Like and Best Dressed Canine Contests * Beauty and the Bark Grooming Station * Yoga with Your Dog * Live music from Redline Addiction * Treats for your pets * T-shirt & goody bag for first 3,000 registrants

LOCATION

Constitution Gardens, at 17th St. NW and Constitution Ave., just north of the World War II Memorial on the National Mall. View map.

COK benefit at Vegetable Garden

2008-09-09T11:08:13.000Z

When: Thu Oct 2, 2008 11:30am to Thu Oct 2, 2008 10pm EDT

Where: Vegetable Garden, 11618 Rockville Pike, Rockville, Md.
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Support COK while enjoying delicious cruelty-free fare and socializing with other activists! Please join us at the monthly Vegetable Garden funding day, the first Thursday of every month, when D.C.'s vegan favorite donates 10 percent of your bill to COK.

COK benefit at Java Green

2008-09-09T11:05:48.000Z

When: Sat Sep 20, 2008 11am to 6pm EDT

Where: Java Green, 1020 19th St., N.W., D.C.
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Support COK while enjoying delicious cruelty-free fare and socializing with other activists! Please join us at the monthly Java Green funding day on the third Saturday of every month, when a portion of your bill will benefit COK. In addition to their regular menu, Java Green offers a delicious vegan brunch available only on Saturdays until 3:00 p.m.

COK Vegan Feed-In at the Adams Morgan Day Festival

2008-09-08T12:36:59.000Z

When: Sun Sep 14, 2008 12:30pm to 1:30pm EDT

Where: McDonald's in Adams Morgan at the corner of 18th St. & Columbia Rd., N.W., D.C. METRO: Woodley Park/Adams Morgan Metro station on the red line
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: What better way to encourage people to explore vegetarian eating than offering free samples of delicious animal-friendly fare? That's why COK hosts a vegan feed-in each month, in various locations around the D.C.-area (time & day also varies each month). In addition to serving free vegan food, we'll also be distributing literature, including our Eating Sustainably brochure.

Thanksgiving with the Turkeys

2008-09-08T12:33:04.000Z

When: Sat Nov 22, 2008 12pm to 4pm EST

Where: Poplar Spring, 15200 Mt. Nebo Road, Poolesville, MD 20837
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Come celebrate Thanksgiving WITH the turkeys – join our eight friendly turkeys and all their friends in celebrating a cruelty-free Thanksgiving potluck. Please bring a vegan (no meat, dairy, or eggs) dinner or dessert item to serve 8. $10.00 suggested donation to benefit the animals. No charge for children under 16.

Poplar Spring Open House and Fundraiser

2008-09-08T12:10:47.000Z

When: Sun Oct 12, 2008 1pm to 5pm EDT

Where: Poplar Spring's, 15200 Mt. Nebo Road, Poolesville, MD 20837
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Come enjoy a live band, delicious catered food and drink, a fabulous silent auction, clowns and face painting, speakers, and the opportunity to stroll around and visit the rescued animals. No admission fee, but donations (of any amount) are very much appreciated. RSVP requested. Poplar Spring

Great Sage and Constantine Wines Presents: An Organic Vegetarian Wine Tasting Dinner

2008-09-08T12:07:03.000Z

When: Thu Sep 18, 2008 7pm to Thu Sep 18, 2008 10pm EDT

Where: Great Sage, 5809 Clarksville Square Drive Clarksville, MD 21029
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Here is the menu, all courses have a vegan alternative. First Course Roasted fennel, leek and potato soup with crème fraîche. Masciarelli Rosè 2006 from Italy Second Course Romaine hearts, roasted nuts with green grapes and a creamy caramelized onion vinaigrette. Masciarelli Trebbiano 2006 Italy Main Course Marinated vegan chicken breast with fresh pasta, Wine soaked Portobello mushrooms in a fresh herb tomato sauce. Masciarelli Montepulciano 2004 Italy Dessert Course Fresh blackberry shortcake with freshly whipped cream. Perlage Riva Moretta Prosecco 2006 Italy $60 per person tax and gratuity not included, call to make a reservation or contact Kristen at 443.535.9400 or KristenB@great-sage.com. Roots Market will have available a special pre-order sale of all wines with a 10% case discount offer for this night only!

Vegan Cooking Class

2008-09-08T12:02:59.000Z

When: Sat Sep 27, 2008 12pm to 1:30pm EDT

Where: Kaiser Permanente, 201 N. Washington St., Falls Church, VA
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Transform traditional family favorite dishes into healthier meals. Recipes may include "Beef" Stroganoff, Goulash, "Chicken" a la King, Sweet & Sour "Meatballs," Chicken Divan, Baked Ziti with Tofu Ricotta Cheese. Participants are encouraged to bring a favorite family recipe to discuss how to give it a healthy makeover. Members $25; non-members $30. To register, call 301-816-6565.