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vegetarian
n. A person who does not eat meat or fish. They may however, eat eggs, cheese and other dairy products. Ethical vegetarians often avoid fur or leather.
vegan
n. A strict vegetarian who eats plant products only, especially one who uses no products derived from animals, such as honey, fur or leather.
ahimsa
n. A Buddhist and Hindu doctrine expressing belief in the sacredness of all living creatures and urging the avoidance of harm and violence.
jai·gong slang. Cantonese for the word 'vegetarian' (useful word to know in a chinese restaurant).
East Bay Holiday Potluck, Saturday, December 25. Socializing and Appetizers: 3:30 p.m., Dining: 4:00 p.m., Dancing: 6:00p.m. at the home of Elizabeth Bechtold, 633 Glenwood Isle, Alameda
Directions: From 880, take High Street Alameda Exit. At stoplight, turn west only High Street and proceed over bridge 1.5 miles. Turn right onto Otis Drive and right onto Glenwood. From BART Station, take Bus #50 to White Hall & Willow, then walk 2 blocks to Otis and 1 block to Glenwood. Co-sponsored with East Bay Veg’ns.
$1 suggested donation with food; $15 without food. Vegan Holiday recipes encouraged.
Attire: Dressy (Wear Red and/or Green to get in the spirit.) Bring your dancing shoes or sox and your favorite holiday music. Let Elizabeth know if you have any appropriate musical talent to share, 510-864-1111.
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