Education and support for those interested in a vegetarian lifestyle
Vegetarians In Motion
Rockford, Illinois
Vegetarians in Motion meetings are held the 2nd Tuesday of the month from September through May.
Please bring a vegetarian dish to pass (no meat, poultry, fish, meat broth or gelatin) that will serve 8-10 people, plus your own plate, silverware and cup.
To be considerate of vegans and people with food allergies, please label dishes if they contain eggs and/or dairy products. Recipes are appreciated.
Admission: $3 for members, $5 for non-members, no charge for children
Meetings are held in
the Social Hall of
Our Saviors Lutheran Church, 3300 Rural Street, Rockford.
Use the main entrance
on Corbridge Lane just across the street from the Church's large parking lot.
Non-vegetarians are always welcome!
Upcoming Events
6:30pm - Potluck
7:30pm - Program
Tuesday, May 8: Dean Thomas, MD, “The Obesity Epidemic”
Dr. Thomas is a graduate of the University of Nebraska College of Medicine. He
received his cardiology training at the University of
Iowa. He joined Drs. Harner and Peterson to form Rockford Cardiology Associates;
his major focus was non-invasive cardiology
and wellness. He served as the medical director of the Dr. Dean Ornish Program
to Reverse Heart Disease. In his presentation, Dr. Thomas will look at obesity
trends, causes and consequences with a recipe for a healthy lifestyle.
Tuesday, June 12: Movie - The Engine 2 Kitchen Rescue with Rip Esselstyn: Learn to Live Plant-Strong
July and August: No meetings are scheduled during these two summer months and there will be no newsletters.
Tuesday, September 11: Back to VIM!
Rockford, Illinois