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Vaisakhi: A Celebration of Renewal, Compassion, and Community

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Vaisakhi: A Celebration of Renewal, Compassion, and Community

April 12, 2025 Seasonal

As the seasons change and spring blooms, the Sikh community comes together to celebrate Vaisakhi, a joyous and meaningful holiday that marks the beginning of…

Make Every Day Earth Day

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Make Every Day Earth Day

April 22, 2021 Seasonal

Ever since the pandemic swept into our lives, daily routines have been altered out of necessity. We’ve learned to adapt to social distancing, wearing a…

The Spring Garden

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The Spring Garden

March 18, 2020 Seasonal

It’s still deep winter in Northern Michigan as I am writing this. An expanse of white stretches outside, punctuated by dozens of blue jays that swoop down to pick…

The Secret of Herbs and Spices

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The Secret of Herbs and Spices

June 7, 2019 Food & Health

Linda Scotti (RN, BSN, MA) has been working in the health-care field for over 40 years. She is a registered nurse and has her Master’s…

Plant Power Your Way to a Healthy Heart

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Plant Power Your Way to a Healthy Heart

February 18, 2020 Food & Health

Like many Americans, I have a family history of heart or cardiovascular disease. Growing up in a small town in northern Wisconsin with a dentist…

Winter Drinks to Warm You

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Winter Drinks to Warm You

December 30, 2020 Seasonal

When the air is nippy, and we’re looking for ways to keep warm, a time-honored tradition is to curl up on a favorite chair and…

Chocolate and Valentine’s Day ~ A Perfect Combination for a Celebration

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Chocolate and Valentine’s Day ~ A Perfect Combination for a Celebration

January 29, 2022 Seasonal

Valentine’s Day means spending quality time with those we love—no matter what kind of love we’re celebrating—whether romantic, friendship, or family love. Let’s celebrate this…

5 Things You Need to Know to Host a Chocolate Potluck Party

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5 Things You Need to Know to Host a Chocolate Potluck Party

February 12, 2019 Seasonal

Whether you heart Valentine’s Day to the moon and back or you would rather toss it (and all its commercialism) to the curb, February is…

Spooky Fun—Halloween Party Ideas for a Changing World

Kids in the Kitchen, Seasonal

Spooky Fun—Halloween Party Ideas for a Changing World

October 14, 2021 Kids in the Kitchen, Seasonal

Remember how every year you looked forward to celebrating Halloween, planning your costume, your decorations, the candy? Remember popcorn balls wrapped in wax paper and…

Celebrating Thanksgiving

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Celebrating Thanksgiving

October 30, 2021 Seasonal

In the hustle and bustle of the season, let’s think of one thing that we’re grateful for—even something small. In that moment, we will step…

Grateful Vegetarian Kids Express Their Gratitude On Thanksgiving

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Grateful Vegetarian Kids Express Their Gratitude On Thanksgiving

November 19, 2018 Seasonal

Grateful Vegetarian Kids Express Their Gratitude on Thanksgiving

Staying Healthy During Cold & Flu Season

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Staying Healthy During Cold & Flu Season

October 25, 2019 Seasonal

As we enter into autumn with its glorious colors and cooler temperatures, I begin to have visions of warm nourishing soups and medicinal herbal teas…

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Bring On the Berries!

Ripe, organic berries boost your vitality and add nature’s sweetness to salads, breakfast foods, and desserts. Check this article for nutritional inspiration !

August 13, 2018

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Leading Chicago MDs on the Health Benefits of a Plant-Based Diet

We interviewed two leading Chicago area MDs. Watch what they had to say about the impact of a plant-based diet on preventing and treating disease!

June 8, 2018

Veggie Life

Vegetarianism and Longevity

Many large population studies have found that vegetarians and vegans live longer than meat eaters, and with less diseases. Check out why!

June 3, 2018

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New Website for Veggie Fest 2019

We’re proud to announce that we have launched our new website for Veggie Fest 2019. Be sure to check it out to get all the latest updates!

May 12, 2018

Veggie Life

Keys to a Healthy Lifestyle

What are the keys to a Healthy Lifestyle? If we want to build a healthier body, mind, and spirit for ourselves and our family, we can make choices that contribute to that goal!

May 2, 2018

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