Do you love movies and then discussing them afterward? And are you committed to furthering social justice? Let's see movies that spark awareness and then discuss them over a vegetarian dinner - if time permits! We either see films in the theater or have potluck gatherings to watch a DVD. As schedules permit, we support film screenings at local non-profits as much as possible as well as attend cutting-edge features in commercial theaters. We also love collaboration! If you have any ideas fo …

Vegan & Veg kids want to meet & play with others who share the feeling - we're friends of animals on the land, sea, & air. :) A social and support group for vegan and vegetarian children and their parents living inNew York City. Let's celebrate with get-togethers, holidays, birthday parties and picnics - all veg! Many groups are veg, but don't have many kids or kid-friendly activities. Other groups are kid-friendly, but animal-filled (not in the nice way)! This special group will help your k …

Hi! Veggie Lover, We would like to make this group a place for anyone who is interested in a plant-based lifestyle.Come and join us in a local Vegetarian/Vegan Meetup, enjoy delicious meals, share your favorite recipes, walking in the city and make new friends! Sincerely, Lorina & Jimmy ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Dear Veggie Fonders, Since I no longer live in NYC, I would like to step down as organizer of FUN NYC Vegetarian Dining-out Group.  It's been a pleasure meet …

This groups is for busy people who want to learn how to be healthy, satisfied vegetarians and for those have lost taste for frozen food, fast food, canned food, spending too much on food, etc. *People who are not strict vegetarians are welcome!

This is a group for people who want to learn and share their knowledge about holistic lifestyles, healthy eating, and food preperation. The Organizer, Gail Zikri, has trained with some of the most notable chefs/health pros in the tri-state area and throughout the country . She is a great vegan, vegetarian and raw-living food chef and educator and has been teaching Yoga for over 15 years. She currently conducts various classes in the Hoboken and NYC area, and will even give classes in your own ki …

Come taste some great food and enjoy the company of new people while doing something healthy for yourself. If you want to eat healthier and would love to start cooking at home more often, this group is for you. It's a great place to learn how to cook whole foods in a way that's practical and repeatable. Most individuals who come to my classes are able to repeat the recipes at home with ease! Classes use all organic food except for items that cannot be found organic on the day of purchase. Th …

As the name suggests, Vegunks is a group of ethical vegan and vegetarian climbers/mountaineers, created for the purpose of organizing daytrips to the Gunks (and possibly other areas).  ALL levels and abilities are welcome, including folks who had never climbed before.  The point here is not to climb 5.12, but rather to create a community of compassionate, easy-going climbers, make new, like-minded friends, and have fun!  If the group shows interest, we may also plan extended mountaineering trips …

If you are a parent raising a vegetarian or vegan child in NYC, please join! We have potlucks, pizza parties, picnics in the park and other get-togethers. Together, we create community events and activities for veg kids (and their parents!) to enjoy. All ideas are welcome. Please join us on facebook Also, "like" my website/blog focused on offering resources and tips for parents raising veg kids

NYC Vegan / Vegetarian Eating and Events! NYC Vegans was started by Daphne Cheng on March 15, 2011.  On Oct. 15, 2012, after 19 fantastic months of her leadership, she stepped down.  I am now organizing the group. Thanks to Daphne for all her excellent work!  Below is Daphne's original group description.  New York has so many excellent vegan / vegetarian restaurants and resources.  I look forward to builiding on Daphne's legacy of success, with excellent events for NYC Vegans. -David Greene Don …

I decided to start this meet-up group because I've noticed that Hoboken is not as vegan/vegetarian friendly as it could and should be. However, I strongly believe that there is strength in numbers and the first step is to find each other. If you live in Hoboken (or spend time here) and would like to see more vegan/vegetarian options around town, plus explore the ones that do exist, and get to know other vegans/vegetarians in the area, then this is the group for you! (and veg curious folks are we …

It’s time to eat all the ethnic cuisines that Queens has to offer. Members will eat in a family style setting most of the time and share the total food costs plus tax and tips. The only exception is that you pay for your own drinks and dessert. This group is for adventurous people. I can’t guarantee that the food is up to your liking. So eat at your own risks! :) This group may not be suitable for vegetarians. Rules: 1. If you RSVP "Going" but do not show up for three times, you will be remov …

Do you love climbing and other outdoor adventures?  Do you love challenging yourself, and leaning over the edge of your comfort zone?  Do you find it hard to separate your love of nature from the environment you wish to preserve or the creatures you wish to let live?  Do you wish you could share this with others who "get it"? Welcome to Vedge.  I am truly grateful for the friends I have made through this meetup and the adventures we have shared.  We seem to attract some of the nicest, most thoug …

Have you asked yourself, "Where are the individuals rocking vegetarianism, veganism and very cool ideas in the Mile Square City and the JC?" If you have, welcome to V Rock! The Hoboken + Jersey City Vegetarian + Vegan Meetup where men and women rock connection over conscious, delicious cuisine to create positive change for ourselves, our cities, animals and Earth. We're a tribe from all walks of life - V-Rockers - vegetarians, vegans and the very cool - who strive to be conscious and compassio …

There are no formal prerequisites and the classes are free. Let's explore the original teachings of the historical Buddha Sakyamuni based on the Suttas (or Sutras) from oral transmissions in the first Buddhist Council -- three rounds & twelve aspects of the Four Noble Truths and the Seven Factors of Awakening (see Files under "More" menu).  It is called the middle-path or the one-path (Ekāyana = Eka + ayana) for Enlightenment. In contrast to other traditions, Original Buddhism relies exclusively …

We positively promote a vegan lifestyle through our events, content, and community. Mission Our mission is to positively introduce plant based ideology into today’s mainstream society. At our large-scale event, we do this by showcasing new and existing products that make everyday vegan life more convenient and accessible. Description The Seed is a plant based lifestyle company, focused on six elements of awareness and education affecting vegans, vegetarians, and the veg curious: Health & Wellnes …

Are you the only vegetarian or vegan in your Midtown office? Let's grab lunch at vegetarian and vegan friendly restaurants in Midtown where we can share a variety of tasty dishes.

Our monthly gatherings with chef Divya Alter feature a four course vegetarian Ayurvedic dinners. Each delicious course is carefully designed to ensure maximum nutritional, bio-energetic (pranic) and healing value. Dinner is served in a relaxed community atmosphere. Opening you to meet your neighbor and make meaningful connections all while enjoying a beautiful meal.

What is this group about? The name says it all. Gather with the girls and enjoy a vegan lunch and a little conversation. Think "girls night out" only daytime and without the crowded dance floor. Now, a hangover is still very much a possibility. On occasion, members may gather to volunteer at a shelter, take a field trip to a rescue farm, or do a little Vegan Shopping. Who can join this group? Currently our members range from ages mid 20's to mid 40's. We are students, business women, and moms. I …

Welcome! This group is for Vegetarians and Vegans who live in and around Astoria. As of this writing, there aren't any veg-only restaurants in Western Queens, but there are still great food options for us. We just have to find it and eat it! Our dinners will be small casual events. Most likely 6-8 people at a time.

This group is for anyone who is single and passionate about being vegetarian enough that they would prefer their partner to be as well. I noticed there are lots of vegetarian/vegan groups and lots of single groups but no groups for vegetarian singles. Join our Facebook Page. Check out our website.

I want to create a group that is pretty local to Brooklyn where a group of mid 20 to mid 30 somethings can get together pretty regularly and share food, drink, laughs and our lives. I'm new to Brooklyn and have already heard of fun not mainstream vegan places and would love if a group of people new to Brooklyn could get together with seasoned Brooklyn vegans and share what makes this such an amazing place to live! Ideally, drinks or a dinner (either at a local vegan spot or a potluck at one of o …

Hey there, NYC gay vegan single guys! Are you out there? If so, I want to host a dinner party (or dinner parties) for you! I'm about to embark on a vegan cooking adventure, and I thought I'd combine my cooking project with my interest in meeting and uniting gay single vegans. Of course, if there are others who'd like to host, I'll be happy to attend your dinner parties as well!

This group is interested in the role that plant foods play in preventing and fighting disease. We are trying to switch to a plant-based diet (or have already switched!) and focus on how to make the best food choices. As a group, we put all of the pieces together using easy-to-understand evidence-based information developed by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM). We'll discuss how to identify and choose meat and dairy alternatives. We'll also sample new tasty recipes!

Bringing together the low fat raw vegan community in NYC every 2 weeks for potlucks a.k.a. "Fruitlucks" and possible dance parties! Come meet with other positive, healthy like-minded people or come just to hang out and learn more about the lifestyle. Bring your favorite low fat raw vegan dish, salad, fruit, even cut up veggies with your favorite raw vegan dip! Message me: Vegan/plant-based and raw speakers, athletes, stand-up comedians and food demo champions encouraged to share their experience …

Here are the facts as discrete as possible (reference links on the bottom): We believe our everyday food is inefficient. Energy production/cost efficiency ---e.g. less than 1% of the consumed energy in production of beef is actually produces the final product) ---This also applies to most most farm plant foods. Time consumption ---It takes more than a year for one cow to mature for consumption. Social norms should be reevaluated. -- Anything can be eaten as long as its benefit/harm is scient …

This is a group for anyone interested in weekend brunching action, hanging out, sharing meals, sipping mimosas and knocking back some coffee. All are welcome, veggie or not. Get into it! Pancake image is from veganyumyum.com. All rights belong to her.

Calling all NYC area foodies interested in healthy eating, enjoying fine wine, good companionship, warm atmosphere for social and business networking, in relaxed and comfortable Manhattan (primarily) venues, with no rush to leave, all at affordable cost. We will not be going to restaurants for their regular meals, you can do that on your own. We plan frequent meet-ups in select private and unique venues, buffet or sit-down, and encourage your opinions for what you want most to enjoy. Classes, gu …

Social Happy Hour or Health? Who says you have to choose one or the other -- you can have it all! Calling all health enthusiasts who are looking to throw back a few with like minded individuals. I started this group because I wanted to put together happy hours with fun people and healthy food. Join us!