Ongoing weekly vegan cooking classes using whole foods and local organic produce to make easy healthful meals. Taught by vegan chef and cookbook author Vicki Chelf in her home kitchen. A lunch will be provided at the end of each class. Vicki is a pioneer of vegetarian and vegan cooking, with over 35 years' teaching experience.

We are a volunteer community group who explore the ideas of compassionate living. The central theme of our discussion is that all animals are beings who deserve to be treated with respect, including humans. We encourage you to demonstrate curiosity. Together we study ideas outside the cultural conditioning in which we were all raised. We focus our outreach efforts on introducing an improved way of eating. Eating with love, peace, and compassion for all beings. Our goal is to peel back the laye …

Our group provides for the opportunity to engage in intellectual discussion about topics we are mutually passionate about. Specifically, environmentally related topics such as factory farming or animal advocacy topics such as a vegan/vegetarian diet.

Florida Voices for Animals (FVA), sponsors of the Annual Tampa Bay VegFest, is a nonprofit organization. Our members work for the compassionate treatment of animals. Issues we're involved in: exploitation of animals in entertainment, on factory farms, and by breeders; protection of endangered wildlife; spay and neuter programs; reduction of domestic abuse and neglect of companion animals; promotion of plant-based diets; support of animal sanctuaries; and protection of the environment for all ani …

This group is about getting active for animals. Our calendar is generally used to post when we are going out to leaflet, do an information table, or otherwise educate the public about animal cruelty issues and animal advocacy. We also post fun events there and events from other local animal groups. You should join if you want to help animals and educate others so that they can make a difference too!

Our meetup group provides a peaceful and inspiring environment in which people from all walks of life can learn about Buddhism and meditation. Our meetups provide a year round program of meditation classes that offer practical advice on how to apply Buddha's teachings to our daily activities. We are dedicated to helping people everywhere find meaning in their lives and to the development of genuine inner peace and happiness in the world. If there is not a meetup scheduled please feel free to d …

This group is about healing, growth and the journey we are all on together.  Many of us are just waking up and becoming aware of what really matters. We are beginning to understand change is needed in all manners of our lives. We are now paying more attention to our health, our spirituality, relationships, the community, our food and its sources, the environment and our world. We realize that we need to heal as individuals and as a world, but we know it is a journey that takes commitment & educa …

The next Raw Food Pot Luck event is anticipated to be in the Citrus Park / Odessa area with experts to share and educate everyone who chooses to join us. More info will be coming soon. Thanks, Andrea

Interested in living a healthy and balanced life? Want to connect with others who want the same? Then this group is for you. We will meet regularly to support each other. Sometimes a bike ride or take a walk, sometimes just an evening out. A Taste of Sofia's in Seffner has offered the use of their mailing address and their lobby for some of our meetings.  We pledge to meet regularly to have a variety of guest presenters share their passions, their talents, their favorite products and more all r …

Greens, Beans, Onions, Mushrooms, Berries, Seeds*....OH MY! (The SUPER foods found on the super highway to health!) After learning about Dr. Fuhrman through the documentary "Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead", attending his recent Health Immersion in Chicago and just completing a 15 day Guided Reboot with Joe (Cross), I’m feeling better than I have in 20 years, and I'm convinced going down the Nutritarian lifestyle yellow brick road will bring nothing but the best of health for all! Dr. Fuhrmans's progr …

About us. We love to eat. We’re omnivores, carnivores, choco-vores, bacon-vores and, occasionally, even vegetarians. Together we share a common appetite for life… that is, culinary pleasure. So scroll on over to our sign up page (huff, huff) and join us for ongoing culinary conversations and epicurean experiences. We take reservations in store, too, so don't worry if you don't see a lot of RSVP's here........come anyway!

This group meets once a month for meditation, discussion with a Buddhist monk or nun, and a potluck vegetarian/vegan lunch. This is a non-sectarian group whose speakers in the past have been primarily from the Chan and Theraveda schools. The format is meditation for 30 minutes followed by a talk and discussion for one hour, floowed by lunch and socializing. The location for this group is the Chinese Community Church at 4600 78th Ave., N., Pinellas Park, FL 33771. The contact person is Tom La …

This group is for: People who prefer the traditional "Spiritual" path to Middle Eastern Dance, Asian, Egyptian, World, Gypsy Beat, and Lyrical Fusion; Active participants in Hatha and Vinyasa styles of Yoga; People interested in Chi Gong, Meditation, Sound and Vibrational Healing; Natural and Organic living; and Higher Learning.

**HI EVERYONE PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDER FOR THE 2ND SATURDAY EACH MONTH** **This Meet-Up site only reflects a SMALL PERCENTAGE of the guests that show up each Month** Buffet Style Dinner!! $14.00 Total. EVERYTHING INCLUDED!! *Dinner, soup, dessert, Tip and Drink* Mr.Trang  rotates the buffet items often so we can try many of his yummy vegan foods. We're a veg*ns & veg curious who enjoy dining together. Please mark your calander and spread the word!!! Second Saturday 5pm-7:30pm Trang …

Are you curious about this "raw food lifestyle" you keep hearing about? Come to our local Raw Food Meetup to have fun, share raw food meals, and discuss diet and health issues. We'll have speakers, see live food prep demos and learn a lot. Anyone wanting to incorporate more RAW foods into their lifestyle by adding 5% all the way up to 100%. is welcome! Our purpose is to provide support, share knowledge and eat things that make us feel great. It doesn't matter if you are 100% raw or just want to …

Community Raw Sarasota is where you will come for raw food support, education and inspiration! Many events will be offered each month including a raw food pot luck and educational lectures. Join this group to learn about the benefits of raw living foods and living a healthier life. Bring your experience, questions and support for all to share in the beautiful Sarasota area!

This is a group for anyone who has eliminated or restricted Gluten and other "harmful" ingredients such as Dairy, Meat, Gmo's ect. from their diets. Whether you have Celiac's disease, intolerence, food allergies or just want to eat a healthy diet that makes you feel better, you can find support and like-minded people here. Making a comittment to live a healthy Gluten Free diet is a challenge. Yes thanks to the large amount of people going gluten free and the food companies jump on the "craze", w …

Do you want to live a healthier lifestyle? Then be more active! If you're in shape, life is so much sweeter! Our mission is to have fun, learn about healthy, nutritious foods and how to exercise. Both single and married adults are welcome. *A yearly membership fee of only $6.00 is required to become a member of this group. This is not a "high intensity" or "extreme sports" type athletic group. This is not for the "thrill seeker". If you are interested in things like, bicycling, walking, rollerbl …

From weekend gardeners to master gardeners, we all share a true affinity for plants. Whether your gardening passion is organic food patches, butterfly gardens, flower gardens, cactii, or just improving your home's curb appeal, we've got it all. Join us for plant swaps and botanical garden shows. Our events are anywhere in the Tampa Bay area.

Meet fellow Raw Foodists near you! Come to a local Raw Food Meetup to have fun, share raw food meals, and discuss vegan diet and health issues. Anyone interested in the raw/live food diet and lifestyle is welcome! This meetup holds once-per-month raw food potlucks as well as special events. The third Sunday of each month is geared towards the pot luck so please bring one of your favorite raw food dishes to serve 6 people or more AND YOUR OWN DISH, CUP AND SILVERWARE. If you are unsure of what to …