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Call for Vegan Entrepreneur’s

Are you vegan, are a small business owner, and live in the DC area? If so send us some info about you and your business, and you may be featured on DCVegan. View other Vegan Entrepreneur’s in DC.

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November 11, 2008 | Filed Under News | Leave a Comment 

sticky fingers bakery! free stuff today, COK benefit tomorrow

If you haven’t had a chance to check out the new website for VegNews magazine , you’re missing out!  Among other great features, throughout the entire month of November, VegNews is giving away free vegan stuff each day — and today’s lucky winner will get one dozen little devils from Sticky Fingers Bakery.

Which leads to the next reminder that tomorrow (Tues., Nov. 11) is a Compassion Over Killing benefit day at Sticky Fingers Bakery - stop by there anytime from 7am to 7pm, and a portion of entire day’s sales will be donated towards COK’s farmed animal advocacy efforts!

November 10, 2008 | Filed Under Benefit, COK, Events, Food, The Web | 1 Comment 

Vegan a Go-Go: sarah kramer is coming to DC!

Award-winning vegan cookbook author Sarah Kramer is currently touring the U.S. to launch her newly released Vegan A Go-Go!: A Cookbook and Survival Manual for Vegans on the Road—and in case you haven’t heard, she’s making a stop in the nation’s capital on Monday, Nov. 3 for a book bash and benefit for Compassion Over Killing!

The event is being hosted at the Science Club, a restaurant and bar in downtown D.C.–and after working with Compassion Over Killing for the last few weeks, they’ll be unveiling several new vegan menu options on Monday night!

Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Half the proceeds will be automatically donated to COK, and you’ll also get a complimentary copy of Vegan a Go-Go plus all-you-can-eat vegan appetizers and sweets. Now that’s a reason to vegan a go-go!

Hurry and buy your ticket today! (there’s limited space and only a few tickets left)

October 31, 2008 | Filed Under Benefit, COK, Events, Food | 1 Comment 

What are you doing for World GO VEGAN days?

Sat. Oct. 25 to Fri. Oct. 31: “World GO VEGAN Days” is an annual celebration highlighting the many benefits of choosing meat-, egg-, and dairy-free foods.

From our first bite of breakfast to our last forkful of food at night, every single day our dietary choices have far-reaching effects on our health, the planet, and the lives and deaths of billions of animals. By learning more about exactly what—and who—we’re eating, we can empower ourselves to take a stand every time we sit down to eat, simply by opting for the vegan version of our favorite foods.

Thankfully, the D.C.-Metro area is home to hundreds of veg-friendly eateries, making it easier than ever to adopt a healthier and more compassionate diet. Check out VegDC.com to discover the very best in vegan dining, including a list of winners in the recent “Best Vegetarian Food” contest of 2008!

But aside from feasting on a Veg Max Panini at Java Green or indulging in decadent desserts at Sticky Fingers Bakery – what are YOU doing for World GO VEGAN days?

Nothing planned? Here are some ideas:

  • Office Feed-In! Make some vegan cupcakes, cookies, or other treats to share with your co-workers. You can even bring in the cookbook to share recipes.
  • Dinner Party! Host a vegan dinner party for your soon-to-be-vegan friends, neighbors, and family. Make it a potluck to encourage others to explore vegan cooking.

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October 24, 2008 | Filed Under Animals, COK, Events, Food, Recipes | 2 Comments 

Vegan Trick or Treating

So this is our first year as parents and even though our little one is to young to eat candy, I know that there are some of you out there who have little vegan ones that are, so what do you do on Halloween?

UPDATE

  • Kid’s Dress Up Day! Bring your little goblin, princess, or ghoul dressed in-costume for a free, sweet (vegan) treat on Halloween Day, October 31st! (Adults are encouraged to come in-costume as well!) http://great-sage.com
  • check out the list of vegan candy here
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October 23, 2008 | Filed Under Food, Kids | Leave a Comment 

Winners of VegDC.com’s 2008 Best Vegetarian Food Contest Announced

Winners of VegDC.com’s 2008 Best Vegetarian Food Contest Announced
“Three Green Stars” Awards Recognize 12 D.C.-Area Veg-Friendly Establishments

Washington, D.C.—For the second year a row, VegDC.com voters have chosen Java Green as the “Best Vegetarian Restaurant” in the D.C.-Metro area. Compassion Over Killing, which runs the VegDC.com web site, is proud to present this popular downtown eatery with a 2008 Three Green Stars award for offering Washingtonians, both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike, with savory meatless options including a Veg Max Panini and “Chicken” Chili Wrap.

VegDC.com’s Three Green Stars awards are also being dished out to:

“It’s never been easier, or more delicious, to choose vegetarian fare in and around the nation’s capital,” said Erica Meier, executive director of Compassion Over Killing. “Whether we’re concerned about animals, the environment, or our health, a growing number of people are looking for meatless cuisine and our city’s restaurants are responding.”

The D.C.-Metro area is home to more than two dozen all-vegetarian restaurants as well as hundreds of restaurants offering veg-friendly menus. To celebrate the growing availability of delicious and innovative animal-friendly fare, Washingtonians voted for their favorites in VegDC.com’s second annual “Best Vegetarian Food” contest last month, and the winners are being honored with awards in October, which is Vegetarian Awareness Month.

For all twelve 2008 Three Green Stars award winners, visit VegDC.com.

Contact: Erica Meier at emeier@cok.net, 301-891-2458 (office) or 202-270-8253(cell)

Compassion Over Killing (COK) is a nonprofit animal advocacy organization based in Washington, D.C. Since 1995, COK has worked to end the abuse of animals in agriculture through undercover investigations, public outreach, litigation, and other advocacy programs. On the web at COK.net.

October 20, 2008 | Filed Under COK, News | 3 Comments 

COK Benefit at Java Green

Support COK while enjoying delicious cruelty-free fare and socializing with other activists! Join COK at the monthly Java Green funding day on the third Saturday of every month, when a portion of your bill will benefit COK. In addition to their regular menu, Java Green offers a delicious vegan brunch available only on Saturdays until 3:00 p.m.

WHERE: Java Green, 1020 19th St., N.W., D.C.
METRO: Both the Farragut North and Farragut West Metro stations
WHEN: All day from 11:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m.!

September 17, 2008 | Filed Under Benefit, Food | Leave a Comment 

Organic Athlete DC

The Washington-DC Organic Athlete Chapter is starting up and is looking for interested fitness-minded vegans to join. http://www.organicathlete.org/washington-dc

OrganicAthlete is a community of athletes and fitness enthusiasts who believe that a better world starts with healthy people. Since health is fueled by what we eat, we teach how to thrive on a whole food, vegan diet.Our organization helps people start or connect with local communities of supportive, like-minded athletes. Most importantly, we’re about inspiration. From weekend warriors to Olympic hopefuls, OrganicAthlete is a team that shows anyone can exercise their power to change the world.

If you’re in the DC area and like to run, bike, swim, or tri, email washingtondc@organicathlete.org to get involved. A flyer with more information is attached; feel free to distribute widely.

September 3, 2008 | Filed Under Bikes | Leave a Comment 

Vegan Entrepreneur

Are you vegan, are a small business owner, and live in the DC area? If so send us some info about you and your business. We are going to try to feature at least one Vegan Entrepreneur each month.

tim@dcvegan.com

August 29, 2008 | Filed Under News | 2 Comments 

COK benefit at the Black Cat

D.C.-area bands The Andalusians and Petworth will perform at the Black Cat to benefit Compassion Over Killing. Tickets are available for $8.00 at the box office or through Ticketmaster.

WHERE: The Black Cat at 1811 14th St. N.W., D.C.
METRO: U St./Cardozo Metro station on the green and yellow lines
WHEN: 9:00 p.m.

August 19, 2008 | Filed Under Benefit, Events, Music | Leave a Comment 

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