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ThanksVegan 2024

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Purchase Tickets HERE

Download Waiver Here

Frequently Asked Questions

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1. Do I need to bring a dish?

YES. This year ThanksVegan is All Potluck.  We do not have a kitchen crew and will not be providing hot food. All cooked food will be provided by the attendees.  To make sure we have enough food for all, this year people will need to bring a dish. We are not accepting people without a dish.

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2. What are the requirements for my dish? 

a. The dish should serve at least 8+ people or 16+ for couples.

b. All ingredients must be VEGAN! NO EXCEPTIONS! Non-vegan food will NOT be placed on the buffet line. (No honey, no dairy, no eggs, no fish sauce, no chicken broth, no gelatin)

 

3. What type of dish should I bring?

a. You can bring: entrees, desserts, side dishes, appetizers, fruit, veggie, drinks. 

b. This year we will not be providing vegan roasts, mashed potatoes, stuffing, or gravy. If you would like to bring these Thanksgiving staples, that would be greatly appreciated.

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4. Do I need to tell you what food I’m bringing?

No, there will be a variety of food and everyone is free to bring whatever they choose, as long as it is VEGAN (No honey, no dairy, no eggs, no fish sauce, no chicken broth, no gelatin)

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5. How can I Volunteer for this event?

Please email us at ThanksVegan@gmail.com (We absolutely need MORE Volunteers!!)

 

6. Do I need to bring cash money or my credit card to the event?

There will be fund raising activities during this event to offset expenses:

a. 50/50 Raffle: Raffle for a pot of money, half goes to the winner and half toward event expenses. Cash and credit cards accepted.

b. Also wine and beer will be served for a suggested donation- Cash Only!

 

7. Will there be free parking?

a. Yes, parking is free, but is limited so carpooling is encouraged.

b. PLEASE DO NOT walk along the driveway in front of facility, as it is very dangerous for both those driving and the pedestrians. It also slows traffic into the event. After parking, cross over the driveway, out of the way of the cars!

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8. What can I do to expedite the process and reduce my waiting time in line?

a. Bring a index card listing all of the ingredients in your dish.

b. Label all of your serving containers and utensils! All of your dishes and utensils must have your name on them, including covers!

c. Have each guest print, sign and bring the waiver to the event. This makes the lines quicker and easier for everyone involved! Find the waiver on www.ThanksVegan.com.

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9. Can I bring food home?

a. No, personal dinnerware or to-go containers are NOT permitted.

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10. Do I need to bring my own plates and eating utensils?

a. No. Bringing your own plates is NOT permitted. Reusable plates & utensils will be provided.

 

11. How do I check in?

a. The line to check in will start on the back side of the Dome near the kitchen because of food drop-off. This will help the line flow more efficiently and make dropping off food easier.

b. Blue tokens will be distributed at registration, for the first time you go through the food line.

c. If you pre-paid, you need to know the name of the person who your group is registered under when you check in. We can only look up payments by the name of the person who paid. 

 

12. How much does it cost to attend the ThanksVegan event?

a. Suggested donations below

  • Adult with a dish (at the Door) - $8.00

  • Adult WITH a Dish (Prepaid) prepay closes 11/24/24 - $5.00

  • Seniors & Students 13 yrs & above WITH a Dish (Prepaid) - $4.00

  • Kids 7-12 yrs old WITH a Dish (Prepaid) - $3.00

  • Kids 2-6 yrs old WITH a Dish (Prepaid) - $2.00

  • Volunteer (EmailThanksVegan@gmail.com) - $1.00

b. We are not allowing people at the door with NO dish to help with planning and ensure there is enough food for all.

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13. Do I need to pre-pay for this event?

a. It is preferred for you to pre-pay because:

  •      It helps us to know how many tables and chairs to rent

  •      It helps us to know the amount of supplementary food to order (e.g. salad fixings, drinks, etc.)

b. Pre-pay guarantees you a seat! The event has limited occupancy, so if you show up at the door and capacity has been filled, you will be turned away. Secure your spot by pre-paying now!

d. If you do not pre-pay, the price is higher at the door (see question #12).

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14. Why do I need to pay for a potluck?

a. The venue of the beautiful Unitarian Universalist buildings and grounds cost us $850. 

b. We buy salad, drinks, and vegan ice cream.​

ThanksVegan 2024

Thanksgiving day, November 28th, 2024. Starting at 1:30pm

At 11400 Morris Bridge Rd. Tampa, FL (UU of Tampa)

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Please visit the links below of our amazing sponsor companies who so generously donated product to enjoy at the event.

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