VSSJ UPCOMING EVENTS

STEVE'S VEGAN** POTLUCK*, Saturday June 11, 6pm, 693 5th St, Atco NJ. RSVP
required: 856-767-8807. The host is respectfully requesting that children not be
included in this event. Please bring a vegan** dish to share that will feed at
least 6 people.

JUNE MONTHLY POTLUCK*, Saturday June 18, 6pm, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church,
61 East Rt 70, Marlton NJ 08054. Members: $2 single, $4 family; Non-members: $5
single, $10 family.  For more info: janet@.... Attendees should
park in front of the building and enter at the steeple.

*For all VSSJ potlucks: Each individual in your party (with the exception of
children under 12) brings a vegetarian* dish to share that will feed at least 6
people (vegan** dishes preferred so that all types of vegetarians may enjoy the
food), along with the recipe or a list of ingredients. Please bring your own
plate, cup, and utensils if possible (we will have extra place settings) to
promote recycling. Beverages are provided.
* Vegetarian = No Meat, Fish, or Gelatin.
** Vegan = No Meat, Fish, Dairy, Eggs, Gelatin, or Honey.
Please check your e-mail on the day of the event for the possibility of
cancellation. If you're not on our Yahoo e-mail list, please click on the
"Mailing List" link on the left to add your name. ontact Myrna at 1-877-WWW-VSSJ
(877-999-8775) for additional information, directions, or to volunteer.

Forwarded message - for info, please visit
http://jazzyvegetar ian.com/

The Jazzy Vegetarian will be on National TV on PBS in the Fall

The JAZZY VEGETARIAN BREAKS THROUGH TO THE NATIONAL TELEVISION AUDIENCE!

The Jazzy Vegetarian will launch nationally via public television stations
starting October 1 (check local listings). Hosted by Laura Theodore, the series
has 13 half-hour episodes showing viewers step-by-step, how to make healthy,
earth-friendly dishes using no dairy, meat, eggs or animal products.

The Jazzy Vegetarian is produced by Virtual Media Productions/ PCA Creative LLC,
in association with Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB) and is distributed to
public television stations through the National Educational Telecommunications
Association.

It's time to jazz up your weekly menu with Laura Theodore, the Jazzy Vegetarian!
I am so pleased to present my website which features quick, easy and delicious
recipes along with green tips that will make adding vegetarian choices into your
everyday lifestyle a breeze. The Jazzy Vegetarian focuses on realistic and
timesaving ideas for buying locally, serving, and eating plant-based fare, while
learning to create a more sustainable home environment. You'll hear some
fabulous music along the way!

So let's get jazzy, with the JAZZY VEGETARIAN!

"Making the world a better place, ONE RECIPE at a time!"

Please join me every Wednesday at 1PM (EST), for JAZZY VEGETARIAN RADIO on
BlogTalkRadio! Each week, I chat with a special guest, share fabulous recipes,
play great music, and discuss eco-friendly tips for cooking and living green
everyday! To learn about the upcoming guests, CLICK HERE!
http://www.jazzyveg etarian.com/ links.html

To hear about all of the upcoming Jazzy V News and Book Give-aways, please join
the email list!

Jazzy Vegetarian, 5 minute "Vegisodes" are here! Check out the "Jazzy Recipes"
and "Green Entertaining" pages of this website to catch a few of these
entertaining episodes, filmed at the beautiful Kings Cooking Studio.

"Nothing will benefit human health and increase chances for survival of life on
Earth as much as the evolution to a vegetarian diet."
....ALBERT EINSTEIN

ROOM WITH PRIVATE BATHROOM FOR RENT
Includes All Utilities Plus a Host of Amenities

·         Asking $550 per month due on the 1st of every month.
·         Luxury townhome located on quiet and private cul-de-sac in Runnemede,
New Jersey.  (Just 7 minutes to Walt Whitman Bridge and 10 minutes to Ben
Franklin Bridge).

INCLUDES:
·         Large furnished bedroom measuring 16' x 20' includes:
o        large double closet
o        plenty of drawer space in double dresser, armoire, and two night tables
o        25-inch screen television with digital cable and HBO
o        large double windows with sunny southern exposure
o        wireless internet
·        Large private bathroom includes:
o        Oversized bathroom vanity
o        Modular bathtub/shower combination
o        Large linen closet
o        Medicine cabinet
o        Ceiling fan
o        Ceiling light in shower and main area plus vanity lights
·        Your own personal full-sized refrigerator/freezer.
·        Use of common areas includes:
o        Fully equipped Kitchen with stainless steel semi-professional
appliances
o        Dining Room
o        Living Room with large screen high definition television (includes
cable, premium channels, DVD player)
o        Laundry Room
o        Private backyard (includes furnished patio)
·        Housekeeper once every two weeks, who will dust/vacuum bedroom and
scrub bathroom.
·        Walking distance to major grocery store, drug store, and a variety of
food establishments.
·        Parking is conveniently located in front of home.
·        Two sphinx cats reside in the home; so no other companion animals are
allowed.
·        Must be vegan or willing to not bring any meat, dairy, or eggs into the
home.
·        Must be non-smoker, drug-free, responsible, clean, and organized.
·        1 month security.
·        Background check will be performed prior to moving in.

For more information or to arrange an interview, please contact Linda at
(973)769-5928 or email lvholisticliving@....

Forks Over Knives is in Northfield NJ (Atlantic Co) June 10 to June 16 2011 at
Frank Theatres Tilton 9

The feature film Forks Over Knives examines the profound claim that most, if not
all, of the degenerative diseases that afflict us can be controlled, or even
reversed, by rejecting our present menu of animal-based and processed foods.

ATTEND JUNE 2011 FESTIVALS WITH AVS

The American Vegan Society is looking for assistance in tabling at the following
events.

If interested, please phone Freya Dinshah 856-694-2887, or Carol Githens
856-456-1279. If no answer, leave a message and we'll get back to you.

VEGGIEFEST, Saturday June 25 Noon – 4pm in West Chester, PA
www.care4animlas.org/veggiefest
Leave from Malaga NJ 8:30am or see you there.

WALK for the ANIMALS 9:30 am, & SPRING FESTIVAL for the ANIMALS 11 am to 1 pm,
Sat June 25 2011. Ethical Society, Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
www.PhillyWalk.org
Leave from Westville NJ with Carol 8:30 am or see you there.


American Vegan Society
PO Box 369 , Malaga NJ 08328
Phone 856-694-2887, Fax: 856-694-2288
www.americanvegan.org

JULY COOKING CLASS & CONTEST: WHOLE GRAINS FOR A HEALTHY DIET
Monday, July 11, 7pm
Whole Foods Market Café, Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08054
Learn about all the whole grain options out there and how easy they are to
prepare.  Do you know which ancient grain is a complete protein?  Find out the
answer and much more.  Enter our contest to see how many grains you can identify
and win a Whole Foods Market gift bag!  Great recipes and a cooking
demonstration will be provided by Whole Foods Chef Erin. Call Whole Foods Market
at 856-797-1115 to register for this free event.

MONTHLY POTLUCK, COOKING DEMO, & BAKE SALE
Saturday July 16, 6pm
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 61 East Rt 70, Marlton NJ 08054
See VSSJ potluck guidelines. Please bring a main dish to the potluck.  All are
welcome to contribute goodies to the bake sale.  Bake sale proceeds will benefit
VSSJ special projects.
Members:  $2 single; $4 family; and Non-members:  $5 single; $10 family.
Attendees should park in the front of the building and enter at the steeple. For
more info:  janet@...

WORKSHOP: VEGETARIAN DIET 101
Monday, July 18, 7pm
Whole Foods Market at The Rad Dish, Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08054
Learn more about the health benefits of a meat-free diet. Receive a free
Vegetarian Starter Kit and Whole Foods Market goodie bag.  Tasty samples and
recipes will be provided!
Call Whole Foods Market at 856-797-1115 to register for this free event.

FARMER'S MARKET INFORMATIONAL TABLING
Thursday, July 21, 3:30-7pm
Whole Foods Market, Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08054
Volunteers needed to help VSSJ at their information table. A free lunch and
drink will be provided to volunteers.

CJVG ANNUAL POTLUCK PICNIC
Saturday July 23, 2pm [Rain date 7/30]
Colonial Park (Knob Hill, Parking Lot C), Franklin Township (Somerset)
For each person in your party, bring a dish that serves at least 6 people, with
an ingredient list and your place setting (plate, fork, cup, etc.). Vegan is
preferred. CJVG provides beverages, burgers and franks. Bring lawn chairs and
outdoor games. For more info, contact the Central Jersey Vegetarian Group
(CJVG):  908-281-6388.

FARMER'S MARKET INFORMATIONAL TABLING
Sunday, July 24, 9am-3pm
Whole Foods Market, Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08054
Volunteers needed to help VSSJ at their information table. (Shifts 9am-1pm and
11am-3pm) A free lunch and drink will be provided to volunteers.

COOKING CLASS/WORKSHOP: QUICK & EASY VEGETARIAN MEALS
Monday, July 25, 7pm
Whole Foods Market Café, Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08054
Join the Vegetarian Society of South Jersey and Whole Foods Chef Erin for this
hands-on class. You will also learn options for eating healthy throughout the
hot summer days.
Call Whole Foods Market at 856-797-1115 to register for this free event.

WILDFLOWER EARTHLY VEGAN FARE CAFE BRUNCH
Sunday, July 31, Noon
501 North High Street, Village on High, Millville NJ
Join VSSJ for a delicious vegan brunch at South Jersey's only all-vegan cafe and
bakery.  View menu at www.wildflowervegan.com. RSVP to Carol at
carolyngithens@yahoo or
856-456-1279.

Join us for Meatless Mondays at Wholefoods in Marlton
read more... http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/

The City of Millville, for its first annual Go! 4th Celebration
http://glasstownartsdistrict.com/index.php?cod_categ=174 has the following to
say about the food options today:

"Food Court with burgers, Italian hot dogs,
sausage sandwiches, pulled pork, fries,
Beer Garden and soft beverages
Italian water ice, desserts, ice cream and more!!"

Show them that the 100% Vegan (and largely local and organic) booth that will be
vending today is at least as worthy of mention in their advertising as "Italian
hot dogs" or "soft beverages."

Come support South Jersey's only Vegan Cafe & Bakery at a fun-filled all-day
family event, culminating with fireworks after dark.

http://glasstownartsdistrict.com/index.php?cod_categ=174
http://wildflowervegan.com/

Happy 4th!

Community Yard Sale And Vegan Bake Sale

Saturday, July 23, 2011
9am – 4pm
(rain date July 30, 2011)

Location:  Kimberly Drive, Runnemede, NJ


Bake Sale Will Be Held

At 41 Kimberly Drive, Runnemede, NJ

With all Bake Sale Proceeds Being Donated to

Save The Animals Foundation (stafnj.org)

Don Williams Animal Healing Fund

To Donate Vegan Baked Goods for This Sale

or to Volunteer at the Bake Sale,

Please Contact:  Linda Voorhis at

lindavholisticliving@... or (973)769-5828

Looking for Volunteers
To Help In Shifts With
Vegan Bake Sale


Saturday, July 23, 2011
9am – 4pm
(rain date July 30, 2011)

Location:  41Kimberly Drive, Runnemede

Vegan Bake Sale Will Be Held
in Conjunction with
Community Yard Sale

All Bake Sale Proceeds Being Donated to Save The Animals Foundation (stafnj.org)
Don Williams Animal Healing Fund
In Honor of Terri Warm
To Donate Vegan Baked Goods for This Sale
or to Volunteer at the Bake Sale,
Please Contact:  Linda Voorhis at
lindavholisticliving@... or (973) 769-5828

MONTHLY POTLUCK, COOKING DEMO, & BAKE SALE
Saturday July 16, 6pm
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 61 East Rt 70, Marlton NJ 08054
*See VSSJ potluck guidelines below. Please bring a main dish to the potluck. All
are welcome to contribute goodies to the bake sale. Bake sale proceeds will
benefit VSSJ special projects. Members: $2 single; $4 family; and Non-members:
$5 single; $10 family. Attendees should park in the front of the building and
enter at the steeple. For more info: janet@...

WORKSHOP: VEGETARIAN DIET 101
Monday, July 18, 7pm
Whole Foods Market at The Rad Dish, Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08054
Learn more about the health benefits of a meat-free diet. Receive a free
Vegetarian Starter Kit and Whole Foods Market goodie bag. Tasty samples and
recipes will be provided! Call Whole Foods Market at 856-797-1115 to register
for this free event.

FARMER'S MARKET INFORMATIONAL TABLING
Thursday, July 21, 3:30-7pm
Whole Foods Market, Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08054
Volunteers needed to help VSSJ at their information table. A free lunch and
drink will be provided to volunteers.

CJVG ANNUAL POTLUCK PICNIC
Saturday July 23, 2pm [Rain date 7/30]
Colonial Park (Knob Hill, Parking Lot C), Franklin Township (Somerset County)
For each person in your party, bring a dish that serves at least 6 people, with
an ingredient list and your place setting (plate, fork, cup, etc.). Vegan is
preferred. CJVG provides beverages, burgers and franks. Bring lawn chairs and
outdoor games. For more info, contact the Central Jersey Vegetarian Group(CJVG):
908-281-6388.

FARMER'S MARKET INFORMATIONAL TABLING
Sunday, July 24, 9am-3pm
Whole Foods Market, Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08054
Volunteers needed to help VSSJ at their information table. (Shifts 9am-1pm and
11am-3pm) A free lunch and drink will be provided to volunteers.

COOKING CLASS/WORKSHOP: QUICK & EASY VEGETARIAN MEALS
Monday, July 25, 7pm
Whole Foods Market Cafe, Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08054
Join the Vegetarian Society of South Jersey and Whole Foods Chef Erin for this
hands-on class. You will also learn options for eating healthy throughout the
hot summer days.Call Whole Foods Market at 856-797-1115 to register for this
free event.

WILDFLOWER EARTHLY VEGAN FARE CAFE BRUNCH
Sunday, July 31, Noon
501 North High Street, Village on High, Millville NJ
Join VSSJ for a delicious vegan brunch at South Jersey's only all-vegan cafe and
bakery. View menu at www.wildflowervegan.com.
RSVP to Carol at carolyngithens@yahoo or 856-456-1279.

* For all VSSJ potlucks:
Each individual in your party (with the exception of children under 12) brings a
vegetarian* dish to share that will feed at least 6 people (vegan** dishes
preferred so that all types of vegetarians may enjoy the food), along with the
recipe or a list of ingredients.  Please bring your own plate, cup, and utensils
if possible (we will have extra place settings) to promote recycling. Beverages
are provided.
Please check your e-mail on the day of the event for the possibility of
cancellation.  If you're not on our Yahoo e-mail list, please click on the
"Mailing List" link on the left to add your name.
* Contact Myrna at 1-877-WWW-VSSJ (877-999-8775) for additional information,
directions, or to volunteer.

Vegetarian = No Meat, Fish, or Gelatin.
Vegan = No Meat, Fish, Dairy, Eggs, Gelatin, or Honey.

Forks Over Knives movie screening will be in Red Bank, NJ this Thursday, July
21, 2011. See website below for more info.

www.forksoverknivesredbank.com

WILDFLOWER EARTHLY VEGAN FARE CAFE BRUNCH
Sunday, July 31, Noon
501 North High Street, Village on High, Millville NJ

Join VSSJ for a delicious vegan brunch at South Jersey's only all-vegan cafe and
bakery. View menu at www.wildflowervegan.com.

Village on High, an eclectic group of cottages, will be open until 5pm. It is a
nice mix of artist studio galleries, retail, and the award winning gardens.
Visit http://www.nbc40.net/view_story.php?id=10178 for more info.

RSVP to Carol by July 24 at carolyngithens@yahoo or 856-456-1279.

Gene Baur Lecture and Book Signing, Saturday July 30, 2011

Gene Baur, president and co-founder of Farm Sanctuary, is touring the US to
celebrate Farm Sanctuary's 25th anniversary, and he's making a stop in Montclair
to meet with Montclair Vegans! He will talk to us about his work in animal
activism, and he will also be selling and signing his book Farm Sanctuary:
Changing Hearts and Minds About Animals and Food.

This event is free and is open to the public. Please bring your friends and
spread the word.

For more information on Gene and Farm Sanctuary, please visit Farm Sanctuary's
website:
http://www.farmsanctuary.o​rg/ Please RSVP on their Facebook page at
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=184813744904971. Jim

VSSJ needs someone to put together a video presentation
of photos for our anniversary celebration.
Please contact janet@... for more info.

Thank you!

...A new way of pleasure! 
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Vegan Spirituality Retreat
Saturday, August 20th, 2011

Public Eye: Artists for Animals presents our 2nd annual retreat on Vegan
Spirituality.

Public Eye: Artists for Animals presents our 2nd annual retreat on Vegan
Spirituality.
We invite you to discuss veganism as a spiritual practice and meet others who
consciously choose a lifestyle based on compassion for all beings. We welcome
speaker Derek Goodwin of Veganica.com, Vegan Radio, and The Vegan Bus. Enjoy
group discussions, guided meditations, a delicious vegan lunch prepared by chef
Christina Martin, a yoga class, and a nature walk along the creek at Saunders
Woods. We are building a spiritual community and manifesting a positive vision
for Vegan Spirituality. Free transportation from the nearest train station and
childcare will be provided.
Date: Saturday, August 20th, 2011
Time: 10:00am to 4:00pm, Registration begins at 9:30am
Location: Saunders Woods, 1020 Waverly Road, Gladwyne, PA 19035
Cost: $30 adults (some scholarships available), $20 adult students/seniors, $15
youth (12-17), $10 children (6-11), free for children under 6. Cash & check at
the door. Advanced registration by check only.
To Register: contact Lisa Levinson, lisa@..., 215-620-2130
For info: www.publiceyephilly.org

AUGUST EVENTS

MEATLESS MONDAYS: SPROUTING 101
Monday, August 15, 7pm
Whole Foods Market Café, Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08054.
VSSJ has teamed up with Whole Foods Market in Marlton to offer fun and
informative events for Meatless Mondays.  Discover the nutritional benefits of
sprouting and learn this easy kitchen gardening technique that anyone can do. 
Sampling will be provided!
Sign up for this free event at the Customer Service booth at Whole Foods, call
856.797.1115, or email MarltonEvents@...


FARMER'S MARKET INFORMATIONAL TABLING
Thursday, August 18, 3:30-7pm
Whole Foods Market, Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08054.
Volunteers needed to help VSSJ at their information table.
A free meal & beverage will be provided to volunteers.


MONTHLY POTLUCK
Saturday August 20, 6pm
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 61 East Rt 70, Marlton NJ 08054.
VSSJ potluck guidelines
After the potluck, watch a movie while enjoying popcorn and baked goods.  Please
bring a main dish to the potluck.  Members:  $2 single; $4 family; and
Non-members:  $5 single; $10 family.
Attendees should park in the front of the building and enter at the steeple.
For more info:  janet@...


FARMER'S MARKET INFORMATIONAL TABLING
Sunday, August 28, 9am-3pm
Whole Foods Market, Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08054.
Volunteers needed to help VSSJ at their information table.
(Shifts 9am-1pm and 11am-3pm)
A free meal & beverage will be provided to volunteers.




SEPTEMBER EVENTS

FARMER'S MARKET INFORMATIONAL TABLING
Thursday, September 15, 3:30-7pm
Whole Foods Market, Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08054.
Volunteers needed to help VSSJ at their information table.
A free meal & beverage will be provided to volunteers.


VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR 25th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION PREP WORK
Saturday September 17
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 61 East Rt 70, Marlton NJ 08054.
Volunteers should park in the front of the building and enter at the steeple.
For more info:  janet@...


VSSJ 25th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION and
Gourmet International Vegan Food Tasting
Sunday, September 18, 2pm-7pm
Collingswood Community Center
30 Collings Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
(convenient access to Patco train station)
Please join us for the festivities that include:
Delicious samplings of Vegan Food, Speakers, Cooking Demonstration, Live Music,
Silent Auction, Vendors, 50/50, Giveways, Book Sale, Mingling, and More!
Keynote Speaker:  Michael Greger, MD, Director of Public Health and Animal
Agriculture, Humane Society of the United States.  Physician, author, and
internationally-recognized speaker on nutrition, food safety, and public health
issues.  In an engaging interactive quiz show format, he will offer practical
advice on how best to feed ourselves and our families to prevent, treat, and
reverse chronic disease. drgreger.org
Nick Cooney, Director, Humane League of Philadelphia.  Author, Change of Heart:
What Psychology Can Teach Us About Spreading Social Change.  thehumaneleague.com
Cherron Perry-Thomas, Co-founder of Dandelion Bunch, an education and outreach
group promoting plant-based diets.  Speaker, advocate, and educator on food
preparation.  dandelionbunch.com
Scoville Blues, A high-energy blues/classic rock band from the tri-state area.
Visit www.scovilleblues.com (follow on youtube, facebook, and myspace)
Seating is limited. $35 for members, $40 for non-members.
Visit www.vssj.com to register and read more about our event.
Volunteer, advertise in our Event Program or become a Sponsor.
For more info:  vssj25th@..., 877-999-8775.


FARMER'S MARKET INFORMATIONAL TABLING
Sunday, September 25, 9am-3pm
Whole Foods Market, Rt 73, Marlton NJ 08054.
Volunteers needed to help VSSJ at their information table.
(Shifts 9am-1pm and 11am-3pm)
A free meal & beverage will be provided to volunteers.


Visit www.vssj.com for more upcoming events as they are posted.

Do you have a VEGAN recipe you want to see in print?

Sorry about the late notice, but I just found out about this.
Deadline is today, August 15th!

Animal Friends Foundation, Inc. (Vineland NJ) will be compiling a cookbook and
wants VEGAN recipes for which there is a special section.
All proceeds from the sale of these cookbooks will be used to support AFF
(spay/neuter etc.)
This is a great way to get vegan recipes out to the public in our area.

Under recipe category, scroll down to VEGAN.

Enter recipes online at:
www.fundcraft.com  Web ID: 5793-11AM
(Enter ID# in the member login to get to the
Animal Friends Foundation page. No password is needed.)

In the "Submitted By" section you put your name, and (to publicize VSSJ)
Vegetarian Society of South Jersey.

REGISTER NOW For This Action-Packed Day!

Gourmet Food (menu below), Giveaways, Live Music, Speakers, Cooking Demo, Silent
Auction, Book Sale, Vendors, and More!

Giveaway Items listed at www.vssj.com!

Everyone Receives a Swag Bag with Goodies Totaling a Value of at
least $10!

VSSJ 25th ANNIVERSARY INTERNATIONAL FOOD FESTIVAL
(Includes Gourmet Vegan Sit-down Dinner)
Sunday, September 18 2011, 2pm-7pm
Collingswood Community Center
30 Collings Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
(convenient access to Patco train station)


FESTIVITIES:

VEGAN MENU:
*International Gourmet Appetizer Reception sponsored by
Whole Foods Market, Blackbird Pizzeria and others.

*Sit-down Dinner catered by Rachel's Pantry includes
Italian Wheat Balls in Tomato Gravy, Lentil Rice "Meat" Loaf,
Hearts of Palm "Crab Cakes" with sauce, Smashed Creamy Potatoes
and Garlicky Steamed Broccoli. Dessert is Homemade Apple Cobbler
topped with "Ice Cream" and Cupcakes. Hot and Cold Beverages
included.


SPEAKERS:
Keynote Speaker: Michael Greger, MD, Director of Public Health and Animal
Agriculture, Humane Society of the United States. Physician, author, and
internationally-recognized speaker on nutrition, food safety, and public health
issues. In an engaging interactive quiz show format, he will offer practical
advice on how best to feed ourselves and our families to prevent, treat, and
reverse chronic disease. www.drgreger.org

Nick Cooney, Director, Humane League of Philadelphia. Author, "Change of Heart:
What Psychology Can Teach Us About Spreading Social Change".
www.thehumaneleague.com

Cherron Perry-Thomas, Co-founder of Dandelion Bunch, an education and outreach
group promoting plant-based diets. Speaker, advocate, and educator on food
preparation. www.dandelionbunch.com

LIVE MUSIC by Scoville Blues, A high-energy blues/classic rock band from the
tri-state area. Visit www.scovilleblues.com (follow on youtube, facebook, and
myspace)

REGISTER NOW! Seating is limited. $35 for members, $40 for non-members.

Visit www.vssj.com to REGISTER and read more about our event.
VOLUNTEER, ADVERTISE in our Event Program or BECOME A SPONSOR.
For more info: vssj25th@..., 877-999-8775.

REGISTER NOW - DEADLINE IS SEPT 9!

VSSJ 25th ANNIVERSARY & INTERNATIONAL VEGAN FOOD FESTIVAL

Sunday, September 18 2011, 2pm-7pm

We have been in South Jersey for 25 YEARS and we are ready to CELEBRATE!!

EVERYONE ATTENDING receives a swag bag with lots of goodies to take home. For a
sneak peek of some of the items that will be included:
http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/category/25th-anniversary/auction-door-prize-it\
ems/swag-bags-view-some-of-the-free-items-you-will-receive

WE HAVE LOTS OF FOOD for you to eat, so come hungry.
When you first arrive, you will experience our International Gourmet Appetizer
Reception sponsored by Whole Foods Market in Marlton, NJ, Blackbird Pizzeria and
others. Get a preview of some of the delicious vegan food:
http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/category/25th-anniversary/food/internatl-gourme\
t-appetizer-reception

Then there's DINNER – at around 4:30pm you will have the opportunity to enjoy a
delicious vegan meal catered by Miss Rachel's Pantry. For more details:
http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/category/25th-anniversary/food/catered-dinner

During the event:
•You will have the opportunity to hear from some very knowledgeable speakers. To
see who's coming:
http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/category/25th-anniversary/special-features/spea\
kers
•We will be giving away door prizes!
•You will have fun bidding on your favorites at our E-bay style AUCTION. To see
some of the items:
http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/category/25th-anniversary/auction-door-prize-it\
ems
•You'll have time to browse our vendor tables. Need to relax? You can have a 10
minute seated massage. Love to read? Browse the American Vegan Society's book
sale, plus more!
•What's a celebration without music?? Look who's coming with a few of their
favorites to share with us:
http://www.vssj.com/veggiedining/category/25th-anniversary/special-features/musi\
c

ALL OF THIS FOR ONLY $40 ($35 for VSSJ members)

If you haven't registerd yet – time is a ticking.
Limited seating. Click here to register: www.vssj.com

Sunday, September 18, 2011, 2pm-7pm
Collingswood Community Center
30 Collings Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108
(convenient access to Patco train station)

VOLUNTEER, ADVERTISE in our Event Program or BECOME A SPONSOR.

For more info: vssj25th@..., 877-999-8775.
VENDOR SPACES available. Contact Janet: 856-596-3269 Janet@...


NEW ADDITION MORE MUSIC has been added to our event:
Master Guitarist Reid Alburger will be entertaining us with some soothing music
during dinner. A past member for years of VSSJ, Reid has come back to join us
for our 25th Anniversary Celebration! In the past, Reid has played for VSSJ
during our Thanksgiving potlucks and he was fantastic!!
Reid has been performing professionally since 1970.  He is a student of and
endorsed by Chord-Melody Jazz Master Ted Greene, and holds a Bachelor of Music
Degree in Classical Guitar Performance. As a sought after guitarist, he has TV,
radio and recording studio experience. To read more about Reid, click here:
http://reidalburgermusic.com/

A MOST Inconvenient Truth | Meat & Global Warming: What Al Gore forgot to
mention...

http://www.animalsaustralia.org/features/global-warming-film/


Watch the film that picks up where 'An Inconvenient Truth' conveniently left
off. A must-see for anyone who cares about the future of life on this planet.

Meet the Mad Cowboy @ 40mins ... he's the one that was on Oprah show... listen
to his story... amazing...

@ 48mins he talks about Al Gore... and his compromises...

Thanks for watching...

The American Vegan Society wants you to know about the following events, and
invites you to attend.



1.September 10 2011, Franklin Township Community Day
2.September 18 2011, Vegetarian Society of South Jersey 25th Anniversary
3.September 24 2011  VegFest, Washington DC


1. Saturday September 10 2011(all day), Franklin Township's 19th Community Day
at Janvier School, 1532 Pennsylvania Ave, Franklinville NJ 0832, in Gloucester
County. Admission is free. Enjoy soccer, stage shows, crafts, displays, games,
and fireworks. The Vegetarian Society of South Jersey's local group runs a vegan
food booth (9am to 7pm) to meet the thousands who attend, and as a fund-raiser. 
Look for our green and yellow Vegetarian Neighbors banner. If you can join our
team for part or all day, call Freya at 856-694-2887 or just show up. You'll
have a great time! High school students may earn certificates for volunteer
hours worked. (Rain date 9/11/11)



2. Sunday September 18 2011, 2pm to 7pm

Vegetarian Society of South Jersey Celebrates its 25th Anniversary with an
International Vegan Food Festival, Speakers, and Vendors  at Collingswood
Community Center, 30 Collings Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108 (near Patco train
station)

Appetizer Reception, Door Prizes, Gift bags, Music, Gourmet Dinner.

Dr. Michael Greger (veganmd.org, nutritionfacts.org) is keynote speaker.

Nick Cooney (thehumaneleague.com), author Change of Heart will speak.

Cherron Perry-Thomas (dandelionbunch.com) presents raw food demo.

Book sales by American Vegan Society

Join the fun! Don't miss this party! Participation limited; reserve now.

$40 ($35 for VSSJ members) Get full details and register at www.vssj.com.



3. September 24 2011 11am to 6 pm DC VegFest—a Free Outdoor Festival attended by
thousands, organized by: Compassion Over Killing and the Vegetarian Society of
D.C. at George Washington U, University Yard, 2000 block of H St., NW,
Washington DC. Speakers, Cooking Demo,Exhibits. 20 Vegan Food Vendors: from
Indian to Ethiopian to Pan-Asian to Middle Eastern to Soul Food, Baked Goods and
Desserts, there's something for everyone.  American Vegan Society has a
prominent booth for selling books, and needs volunteers. Call Freya at
856-694-2887 ASAP if you can help. Event details at www.dcvegfest.com.