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, Goldenara, Aloha Lemonade, Little Shoppe of Vintage, 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!
LITTLE SHOPPE OF VINTAGE AND MIRANDA'S MARKET ARE NOW OPEN INSIDE THE VEGAN CENTER!
Shoppes are open on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 10-6, Thursday
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!
LITTLE SHOPPE OF VINTAGE AND MIRANDA'S MARKET ARE NOW OPEN INSIDE THE VEGAN CENTER!
Shoppes are open on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 10-6, Thursday 10-8, and Saturday 10-5. We are closed Sunday and Monday. Featuring merchandise from The Silver Lining for Pit Bulls. 90% of proceeds from "TSL" merchandise goes directly to the rescue group.
NEW!!!
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 inside The Vegan Center.
NEW!!!
The Vegan Center is a designated pick-up location for Organic Produce Direct! Order online Wednesday-Sunday for pick-up on Tuesday from 3:00-6:00 pm. Order online at organicproducedirect.net.
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.
Wednesday, 8/5/26 from 6:00-7:00 pm
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.
INSIDE THE VEGAN CENTER
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.
Looking for Reliable Instructors to hold
Yoga, Wellness and Fitness Classes
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.
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: jigsaw puzzle table!
Our Little Shoppe of Vintage has taken over the large conference room! 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 11-3 on Saturdays and by appointment.
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 Organic Produce Direct! Order from their website Wednesday-Sunday for pick-up on Tuesday. Select from a variety of organic products, including produce and juices.
No 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. Current availability Monday-Wednesday.