Vegan Events / VSDC @ Compassionate Lunch & Learn with Jerry Parisella
VSDC @ Compassionate Lunch & Learn with Jerry Parisella
Sunday, November 8, 2026, 1:00 PM EST
Held at Kizuna Sushi & Ramen, 8221 Leesburg Pike, Vienna, VA 22182, USA, Vienna, VA
Hosted by Veg Society of DC
Please join us for a Compassionate Lunch & Learn featuring Jerry Parisella, author of *[Stop Eating the Animals](https://stopeatingtheanimals.org/)* co-hosted by the [Animal Sanctuary Network](https://theasn.org/) and the [Veg Society of DC (VSDC)](https://vsdc.org/)
Jerry will share ideas and research from his book, exploring how our food choices connect with the well-being of animals, people, and the planet. Enjoy lunch, ask questions, and connect with others in a welcoming, relaxed setting.
We’ll also celebrate [Kizuna’s](https://www.kizunatysons.com/) unveiling of its vegan menu, a delicious opportunity to discover what this Tysons restaurant has to offer. Whether you’re already vegan or simply curious, you’re welcome to join us!
Lunch is $35 per person (all-in), including:
* Appetizers * Your choice of entrée * Dessert * Fountain drinks and ice tea * Tax and tip
Register [here](https://givebutter.com/compassionate-lunch-learn-nov-2026) for free, then pay for your lunch directly at the restaurant. No advance meal payment is required. Please RSVP at the link above so we can coordinate with Kizuna. Seating is open, with no assigned seats.
SUPPORTING ROSIE’S FARM SANCTUARY Enjoy a meal that gives back: 15% of event proceeds will benefit [Rosie's Farm Sanctuary](https://rosiesfarmsanctuary.org/)[ ](https://rosiesfarmsanctuary.org/)supporting its work providing a safe home for rescued farmed animals. Optional additional donations are welcome.
VSDC: More Than A Meetup We are delighted to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we look forward to seeing you at our events. Did you know that [VSDC](https://vsdc.org/%20) is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits?
With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on th