The Vegan Center is an Event and Wellness Center, as well as a vegan community center. While all are welcome, all events are vegan-friendly, making the Center a safe place for the vegan community.
The Vegan Center includes event space, a conference room, offices, a resource library, and an exclusively vegan commercial kitchen. Our current tenants include Asian Beauty Spa, Miranda's Market, Studio Kaiju, Aloha Lemonade, Little Shoppe of Vintage (with The Silver Lining for PIt Bulls), and Project Vegan 716.
Project Vegan 716 hosts many activities and classes. They organize vendor markets and other vendor events. They work with not-for-profit organizations to hold fundraisers at the Center. They hold a variety of classes on plant-based nutrition, plant-based cooking, and small business development. They also organize social events, such as ice cream socials, vegan trivia nights, cook-offs, and parties.
Members of The Vegan Center enjoy many benefits, including discounted ticket prices, borrowing privileges to the resource library, and discounted rental rates. You do not need to be a member to participate in events at The Vegan Center, but we sure would like you to join us!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Your event! We have space available to rent for vendor markets, workshops, fitness classes, parties, meetings, and more! We also have a commercial kitchen available to rent!
THANKSGIVING MEALS
We have partnered with The Dinner Crowd and Strong Hearts to provide fully cooked Thanksgiving meals! See our Thanksgiving Meals ta
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Your event! We have space available to rent for vendor markets, workshops, fitness classes, parties, meetings, and more! We also have a commercial kitchen available to rent!
THANKSGIVING MEALS
We have partnered with The Dinner Crowd and Strong Hearts to provide fully cooked Thanksgiving meals! See our Thanksgiving Meals tab for details. Orders will be accepted through Friday, November 20th.
GRASS FED ROCHESTER
We have partnered with Grass Fed Rochester to be a pick-up site for their vegan meats! Place your order during the month for pick up during the last week of the month. No minimum orders. No long-term commitments. Order what you want, when you want it! Full menu available on the Grass Fed orders tab and inside The Vegan Center.
THE VEGAN PANTRY BOOK CLUB
We meet once per month at The Vegan Center. November reading: The Life of Animals by Peter Wohlleben. We will meet on Monday, November 30th at 6:00 pm.
THE VEGAN UNIVERSITY
We offer a variety of classes at The Vegan Center.
Introduction to Plant-Based Living
This course is held once a month for anyone interested in learning more about plant-based diets or who wants to start eating a healthier diet emphasizing whole foods.
TBA
Plant-Based Nutrition 101
Nutrition can be confusing, but knowing the basics can help you achieve a healthier diet and lifestyle.
TBA
Cardio Kickboxing Classes!
Tuesdays from 5:30-6:15 pm
Pay at the door. $8/class for non-members, $5/class for members. Cash and Venmo accepted. No equipment needed (we punch and kick the air!). We have a vending machine with water and beverages or you can bring a water bottle. A mat is optional. No reservation needed. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to register. Use the front entrance on Broad Street.
Starting a Small Business Series
Learn what you need to know before you start a business! Introductory, Budgeting, Writing a Business Plan, Cash Control, Business Entity, and Pricing classes all available.
1:1 and Small Group Vegan Lifestyle Coaching available by appointment.
INSIDE THE VEGAN CENTER
Little Shoppe of Vintage
Open Saturdays 10:00-5:00 and by appointment. The Shoppe is also open during most events.
The Vegan Shoppe
The Vegan Shoppe is open whenever the Center is open. Featuring books, tee-shirts, and mugs.
Asian Beauty Spa
Open Tuesday-Sunday by appointment.
Call 716-981-0198 to schedule an appointment.
MORE EVENTS TO COME:
Vegans Have Talent
Game Night/Bingo Night
Animal Adoptions
Movie Night
More collaborations!
ONGOING/ EVENTS:
Sneaker Drive!
Bring in your new or used sneakers (any condition) and we will have them recycled or reused. Only pairs of sneakers and sports cleats will be accepted. Drop off during business hours.
Membership Drive! Sign up to become a member of The Vegan Center for just $35/year! Family membership is $50/year.
Resource Center is open whenever the stores are open. Everyone is welcome to browse. Members may check out books and DVDs for up to 2 weeks.
IN SEARCH OF
Looking for Reliable Instructors to hold
Yoga, Wellness and Fitness Classes
Looking for instructors to join The Vegan University
Looking for Rescue Groups to hold
Pet Adoption Events
Looking for professionals and wellness providers to rent office space within The Vegan Center
Let us know what classes and events you would like to see held at The Vegan Center!
WE HAVE OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE FOR RENT NOW. 139 SQUARE FEET, INTERIOR OFFICE. IDEAL FOR WELLNESS PROVIDERS!
OFFICE SUITE AVAILABLE IN JUNE! 139 SQ FT AND 109 SQ FT OFFICES ACROSS THE HALL FROM EACH OTHER, PLUS ACCESS TO SHARED WAITING AREA!
Speaking Engagements
Topics Include:
- Look Great, Feel Great, Be Great on a Vegan (or Plant-Based)
WE HAVE OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE FOR RENT NOW. 139 SQUARE FEET, INTERIOR OFFICE. IDEAL FOR WELLNESS PROVIDERS!
OFFICE SUITE AVAILABLE IN JUNE! 139 SQ FT AND 109 SQ FT OFFICES ACROSS THE HALL FROM EACH OTHER, PLUS ACCESS TO SHARED WAITING AREA!
Speaking Engagements
Topics Include:
- Look Great, Feel Great, Be Great on a Vegan (or Plant-Based) Diet
- The Benefits of Plant-Based Living
- Transitioning to a Vegan Lifestyle
- Plant-Based Nutrition
- Veganism and the Environment
- DIY Workshops - homemade toiletries and household products
- Not Quite Cooking Vegan Cooking Class
- How to (and NOT to) Read Food Labels
- Plant-Powered Pledge (4-part series)
Contact me for more information!
(Shown above accepting the Moo-Velicious Bake-Off Award from Albert Brown and Tracy Murphy (standing) for Best in Show. Seated: Celebrity Judge Doug McNish and Michael Broderick and Robin Fauling, co-owners of the Orange Cat Coffee Co. in Lewiston, NY.)
On April 15, 2015, The Vegan Educator earned her Vegan Lifestyle Coach and Educator certificate through Main Street Vegan Academy.
On May 31, 2015, The Vegan Educator participated in the Moo-velicious Vegan Bake-Off at Asha Sanctuary. I won the peoples' choice BEST IN CATEGORY and the judges' choice BEST IN SHOW. I now sell my award win
On April 15, 2015, The Vegan Educator earned her Vegan Lifestyle Coach and Educator certificate through Main Street Vegan Academy.
On May 31, 2015, The Vegan Educator participated in the Moo-velicious Vegan Bake-Off at Asha Sanctuary. I won the peoples' choice BEST IN CATEGORY and the judges' choice BEST IN SHOW. I now sell my award winning cookie bars and many other baked goods at many of my shows.
On June 2, 2018 the Vegan Pop-Up Markets were launched! The Market is now a quarterly event.
On February 10, 2019, The Vegan Educator earned her certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition through the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies.
On September 16, 2019, Project Vegan 716, LLC was formed to further the work done by The Vegan Educator.
On October 31, 2020 The Vegan Center opened its doors for its first indoor event, a Halloween Trick or Treat event and Vendor Market.
On November 27, 2020 The Vegan Center Gift and Consignment Shop opens its doors!
On December 17 2020, City of Tonawanda Mayor Rick Scott performed a ribbon cutting ceremony at The Vegan Center.
On October 28, 2021, we kicked off our one-year anniversary celebration with a ribbon cutting ceremony with The Chamber of Commerce of the Tonawandas.
On April 1, 2023, we welcomed our newest tenant, Beautiful Chaos Salon and Boutique! They have rented our storefront. They moved out on March 31, 2024.
Asian Beauty Spa started to rent the front offices on April 1, 2024. They provide facials, eyebrow threading, and more.
LIttle Shoppe of Vintage joined us in October 2024. They set up their shoppe in our conference room. The Shoppe moved to our storefront in June 2026. Proceeds from the sale of merchandise with "TSL" labels benefit The Silver Lining for Pit Bulls local all-breed dog rescue group.
Our Resource Center has moved to the back of The Vegan Center! Members have full access to our collection of over 230 books! Free literature available to all. New: The Vegan Shoppe, featuring cookbooks, shirts, and mugs.
Our Little Shoppe of Vintage has moved to our storefront! Featuring items from The Silver Lining for Pit Bulls, proceeds from all items with a "TSL" label support the great work this vegan-run dog rescue does! Shop hours are Wednesday 10-1, Thursday and Friday 10-7, Saturday 10-5, and by appointment. We are also open during events.
We offer plant-based nutrition and an introduction to plant-based living class every month!
Asian Beauty Spa is renting our two front offices. They offer facials, eyebrow threading, full body waxing, henna, and make-up. To make an appointment, call 716-981-0198.
Open Tuesday-Sunday. Closed Mondays.
We are a designated pick-up site for Grass Fed Rochester (the vegan butcher)! Order online (Grass Fed orders tab) or at The Vegan Center.
No minimum order or subscription required! Order what you want, when you want it!
Our exclusively vegan kitchen is spectacular! All brand new equipment, including a convection oven, 6-burner stove with two ovens and a grill, spacious refrigerator, upright freezer, ample prep tables, and a 20 quart mixer.
Contact us for availability. Great space for caterers, events, farmers markets, food trucks, cooking classes, food prep services, scheduled processes, and more!