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Are you interested in creating massive change for animals and helping save countless lives? Please join [VSDC](vsdc.org) and vegan meetup friends on Saturday, September 7th, for a presentation on how to create partnerships that make it advantageous for businesses to promote plant-based eating (schools, colleges, restaurants, chains, etc.).
We have 2 VSDC members who are the presenters:
— Max Broad, President of DC Veg Week
— Aashish Bhimani, committed activist
Examples of successes include a partnership with a PTA that resulted in over 400,000 students having access to plant-based meals and working with the third largest food distributor in the country. The presentation will provide real-world examples and training on how to make a difference for animals and the environment, and will connect you with key people as well.
The event will take place at the upscale and vegan-friendly Equinox Restaurant, newly located in their 19th St location. Equinox features locally sourced, seasonal ingredients and the event includes a vegan lunch from celebrated chef Todd Gray, all for this great price including tax and gratuity.
****UPDATE 9/5/24: Sincere apologies for any misunderstanding but the 1st item is what the group will be served for lunch – not a choice among the 3****
**- Chanterelle & Trumpet Mushroom Wellington**
*Sweet Corn Purée, Wilted Spinach, Pea Tendrils*
[**DELETE the following lines for the other choices
You will choose one of the following:
**- Chanterelle & Trumpet Mushroom Wellington**
*Sweet Corn Purée, Wilted Spinach, Pea Tendrils*
or
**- Shiitake & Trumpet Mushroom Teriyaki**
*Grilled Tofu, Wilted Spinach, Delmarva Tomato Grits*
or
**- Farro Risotto with Basil Pesto**
*Summer Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes*
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**Location**
Equinox Restaurant is located at 900 19th St NW, Washington DC 20006.
Taking Metro is recommended; the Farragut West station is a block away and Farragut North and Foggy Bottom stations are a few blocks away. If driving, street parking is available but please check all parking signs and make appropriate payment.
**Date / Time:**
Saturday, September 7th, from 2 PM to 4 PM
More information on this *Plant-Based Lunch and Learn:*
*Plant-based eating is a burgeoning business that just needs a push to become a forefront issue in national consciousness. We focus on creating partnerships that make it advantageous for businesses, plant based enthusiasts and non-profit leaders to promote plant-based eating (schools, colleges, restaurants, chains, etc.). We’ve established a monthly Lunch and Learn in the DC area featuring a presentation, delicious plant-based foods at a local restaurant, and networking opportunities.*
VSDC gives sincere thanks to Aashish Bhimani for his efforts in planning this event.
**VSDC: More Than A Meetup**
We are so glad to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we enjoy seeing you at our events. Did you know that [VSDC](vsdc.org) is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits?
With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle.
The VSDC membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! [Become a member of VSDC](https://vsdc.org/membership/).
**Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct**
When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge [VSDC’s Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies – VSDC – Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/).
**VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**