Hi Everyone! Thank you for your interest in The Stamford Animal Rights Advocacy Group! As an avid animal lover and rights advocate residing in Stamford, I decided to form this group in order to unite local individuals who, just like myself, have the willingness to become a resonating voice for those who cannot speak for themselves, thus translating their genuine compassion for animals into productive action. In that respect, the group's main objective would be to act as an informative catalyst …

The goal of this Meetup group is to have fun together while building a vegan community in North Central Mass. Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, or simply veg-curious, you're invited and welcome to join! We wish to support each other wherever we may be on our individual journeys toward living more compassionate, joyful, healthy, and ecologically sound lives. Here you can connect with like-minded people, make new friends, share information, and explore veganism in a relaxed, supportive environmen …

PAWS is a nonprofit organization incorporated in 1962 by Westport, Connecticut resident Betty Long to rescue homeless dogs and place them in permanent homes. In the early 1980s, our rescue efforts were expanded to include cats. PAWS rescues & rehomes approximately 115 dogs and 435 cats annually. Many of the dogs faced euthanasia at local pounds and most of the cats that we help are strays and abandoned cats that roam our streets. A portion of the pets that come to PAWS have been relinquished by …

A vegan meetup is where vegans (whatever their PHILOSOPHY about being vegan) and vegan-oriented persons (NOT "tire-kickers" who come "to gawk at the vegans") with similar interests get together and hang out.  If you TWEET, we instantly become a TWEETUP. Because of our array of motives, some focus more on diet alone, while others are concerned with an integrated world-and-life view.  We're a diverse lot, so we'll meet LOTS of folks whose interests are somewhat different from our own, but who shar …

A meetup is where people with similar interests get together and hang out. A vegetarian meetup is where vegetarians with similar interests get together and hang out.  Of course, we're a diverse lot, so we'll meet LOTS of folks whose interests are somewhat different from our own, but who share the vegetarian interests with us. Join us AND the other Vegetarians-Of-Boston Meetups for the Vegetarian Happy Hour [Happy Hour with Vegetarians] 6:30 pm-8:20 pm We hold other events at an all-vegetarian r …

Hudson Valley Compassion (HVC) is was founded with the following goals: to form a collective of people in the community with diverse interests who are concerned for animal welfare globally and strive to act locally to create positive, sustainable change.  It is currently being run and administrated by staff of Catskill Animal Sanctuary which holds many events events that seek to educate about the rights of animals, veganism and related environmental issues. HVC advocates on behalf of animals use …

The mission of the Boston Vegan Collective is: To provide an inclusive, non-hierarchical, collectively run community space for vegans where we can respectfully challenge each other’s views and enrich each other’s lives, To advocate for the end of the use and exploitation of animals in our society, To recognize and dismantle the institutional barriers that prevent members of marginalized groups from fully participating in our community, and To connect veganism into a broader social justice frame …

This group is dedicated to raising awareness about the benefits ( human, animal, and environmental) of a vegan lifestyle. Raw foodists and vegetarians are welcome. Others who wish to learn more about a vegan/vegetarian lifestyle are welcome to join us as well! We are interested in meeting like minded friends to share info, socialize, enjoy the great outdoors, and share potlucks. We encourage an interest in animal advocacy = education, demonstrations ( your ideas?) as a means of speaking out for …

This group is for people who are serious about animal rights,fitness,health(mind,body,soul),veganism,raw veganism, fruitarianism,holistic practices,spiritualism, single and looking to connect with other singles who are well established on this path. You must fit all the criteria mentioned above,live on Long Island, Queens since all the events will be taking place in these counties. Do not mind if you live outside the area but you must be willing to travel to LI,Queens,Brooklyn,NYC and sometimes …

NYC Jewish Veg*ns Meetup is a gathering place for vegetarians, vegans, and those concerned with animal rights consciousness throughout the NYC Jewish community. www.meetup.com/jewishvegns

...Where vegans feel at home, and the not-yet-meat-free-but-looking-to-get-there are warmly welcomed. Whether you've been following a vegan diet for many years, for a few days, or you're just starting to think about it... we invite you to join us for fun, food, community & outreach! Do you wonder why more & more people are going meat-free, egg-free, dairy-free? Then check out this letter I wrote just for you.* Here's more information about the meetup group, and how to use it. And to help make o …

This meet-up is not about preaching to the choir. In fact, it's not about preaching to anyone! It's about having a great time and getting out with our community: with no animals harmed in the making of said great time! Our primary event is "Vegan Drinks" on the first Thursday of every month with Woodstock's own DJ, Dj3dg, spinning 100% REAL RECORDS! As we evolve we'll be hosting a variety of scintillating, think-outside-the-box events like the Worldwide Vegan Bake Sale, screenings, readings, etc …

The Bear Program's primary mission is to protect black bears and their habitat. Our Bear Smart Community outreach program serves to educate residents about bears, reduce unwarranted fears and increase tolerance of our bear neighbors. Both our protection and education objectives foster a peaceful coexistence and replaces fear with respect and understanding. We are the only organizational program in New Jersey that works solely to protect bears. We meet the second Wednesday of every month except J …

Worcester Vegan M eetup & Eatup is a way to connect with other vegans (and aspiring vegans) in central MA. You can join up to check out local veg restaurants, show off  your culinary skills at a vegan potluck, or participate in pro-veg leafleting and activism with other like-minded folks. Thinking of going veg but not there yet? Come get some advice, tasty grub & moral support! Make new friends & share vegan recipes! We have joined forces with VegWorcester, a not-for-profit, community organizati …

Westchester's Eco Social, a place to meet and hang with other awesome people who have made the move to go green and natural in their lives. We'll be hosting some cool events like beauty seminars and green networking, and of course involving some wine tasting. :)

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 …

This group is only open to veg parents who are raising a vegetarian/vegan child (or expecting/pregnant veg parents) in NYC.  Together, we go to veg restaurants, have potlucks, picnics in the park, easter egg hunts, Halloween parties, and more. Please join us on facebook. Also, "like" my website/blog focused on offering resources and tips for parents raising veg kids. Looking forward to meeting you!

This is a new group formed to promote eating a healthy, plant-based diet that is open to the public. Each meeting will have an educational topic and a vegan/vegetarian potluck dinner. Attendees are asked to bring food to share as well as paying a fee of $7.00 for adults and $3.00 for children 6 - 13 years, 5 and under are free. First meeting is Thursday, May 3, 2012 at 6:30 PM at Jack Jackter Elementary School, Room 78 in Colchester, CT

Meet Vegans near Teaneck, northern Bergen county. Discuss veganism or the weather. Share your favorite (or least) 'V'ecipes and make, (or offend) new friends. We'll meet at Veggie Heaven in Teaneck, hopefully once a week. after meals there will be board / card games nearby. potlucks, group cooking opportunities, movies, and group video rentals are options. None obligatory. The group welcomes vegans, vegetarians, and raw foodists. Carnivores / Veggie Curious are welcome, but heckling the herd wi …

An occasional sanctuary from the meat and potatoes (crowd) and fish, and steak and venison, that is the diet of the majority of montaukets, local and summer residents included. Meet Vegans who live in or near Montuak, New York. Aka 'The End'. Discuss veganism or the weather. Share your favorite (or least) 'V'ecipes and make, (or offend) new friends. The group welcomes vegans, vegetarians, and raw foodists. Carnivores / Veggie Curious are welcome, but heckling the herd with yarns of animal targe …

Meet other people who are interested in the benefits of eating raw vegan diet. Come to a local Raw Food Meetup event to have fun, share raw food meals, and discuss the raw vegan diet and health issues. We hold pot lucks, meet at restaurants and host speakers. Our membership is free and many of our events are free. Anyone interested in the raw/live food diet and lifestyle is welcome! To learn more, please read through our files at More>Files. We support the Raw Spirit Festival will is held in dif …

Meet fellow Vegans near you! Come to a local Vegan Meetup and discuss living a compassionate, healthy vegan lifestyle. Have delicious meals, share your favorite vegan recipes and make new friends!

Socializing for Justice (SoJust) is all about building a cross-cultural, cross-issue progressive community, network and movement in Boston based on the Philosophy of Abundance. We're doing it by putting the SOCIAL back in SOCIAL JUSTICE. We host events twice a month to meet each other and make connections. No Program. No Speaker. Just Us. Newcomers always welcomed! **You must be a member to RSVP or post an event on the message board. Not a member? It's free to join - share as much or as little …

This is a group for any vegan or vegan curious people who live around Orange County, NY. We can get together for dinner, a picnic, potluck, discussion about the vegan lifestyle, or whatever you suggest. Can't wait to meet you!

all are welcome! whether you are vegan, vegetarian, or veg-curious. this is a great group for those looking to meet like-minded folks, share thoughts on the various diets, share recipes, learn, and even transcend labels.  we will have meal meetups at restaurants and at our homes, educational meetups as they become available in the community, and other social gatherings to mix and mingle with other vegs.

What is Long Island Vegan Family Network? We are a community of families who get together to provide our kids with a safe, relaxing, and fun environment where they can be themselves, and where they know the food will be vegan. Our kids deserve a place where they can feel nurtured and validated by others who share their values. And guess what? We parents need that too! So please join us. Let's meet at least once a month, build community and foster new friendships. We were inspired by the success …

My intention is to build a network of passionate individuals that will work together toward building a wildlife sanctuary, permaculture garden and sculpture park in the New England area. This is a long-term idea looking to build itself from the ground up. Many different educations, talents, skills and values are needed to plan and launch such a project, so all are welcome to try this group out and become involved.  -Allie

Let the beer and conversation flow. This group is for anybody who enjoys lively discussion about things that matter with people who respect each other (and try to like each other too!). I'll come prepared with a recent news article, quotation, poem, or passage of scripture to prompt conversation about themes like "Angels and Demons," "What's the Difference Between Justice and Vengeance?", "Racism," "The Afterlife," "Animal Rights," etc., to prompt conversation from a theological perspective. I'm …