On the first day of spring — thousands of people in the US and around the world hold informative and educational Meatout events, including colourful "lifestivals", street theater, lectures, public dinners, cooking demos, food samplings, leafleting, information tables. The public is asked to "kick the meat habit (at least for a day) and explore a wholesome, nonviolent diet of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains." Our Veggie Challenge has a similar goal, but you can do it anytime and it is for one week.

In Toronto, Wild At Heart is presenting a vegan buffet event this Saturday. They are offering: "great food, delectable desserts, raffle prizes, goodie bags, literature, and lots of fun!"