I recently wrote a piece for the Colorado Springs Independent about my experience as a New York vegan moving to Colorado Springs: One outsider’s intrepid move into dining plant-based in the Pikes Peak region. There was some interesting criticism in letters to the editor suggesting that the author (me) neglected to focus on ethics. Um, I was hired to write a food piece for the paper yet I still managed to mention PETA and the fact that not only do I not eat animals, I don’t wear them. You’re welcome.
In the article I gave major shout-outs to the veggie Meetup group that helped me acclimate to my new town (I am now honored to serve as Lead Organizer for the group). If you are vegan, vegetarian or veg-curious and looking for community and activities in Colorado Springs, have we got some great events (and education!) for you!
Check out the Colorado Springs Vegan & Vegetarian Group activities scheduled for July and August!
Join the group and then join in on the fun!
- Sunday, July 14: Stitch ‘n B*tch
- Tuesday, July 16: No Meat Athlete 5k Fun Run (A new weekly event!)
- Saturday, July 20: Bowling for Freedom (a benefit for veterans)
- Sunday, July 21: Veggie Kids & Families Summer Potluck
- Monday, July 29: Veggie Lunch Bunch @ The Curry Leaf
- Monday, July 29 and August 5: Beyond Meatless Mondays: Dive Deeper into Plant-Based Living (a two-session class taught by yours truly!)
- Saturday, August 3: Summer Soups & Salads: A Cooking Demonstration Class (taught by yours truly!)
- Saturday, August 3: Introduction to a Gluten-Free Plant-Based Lifestyle Workshop
- Saturday, August 10: Longhopes Donkey Shelter Tour and Picnic
- Saturday, August 17: Vegan Sushi at Jun Japanese
Hope to see you at an event soon!
