Biggest Little Plant Pod

10/05/2026

🎃🍂 October Potluck: Harvest, Halloween & All Things Pumpkin 🍂🎃

The days are getting shorter, the air is getting cooler, and autumn's harvest is arriving in abundance. That can only mean one thing, it's time for our October Biggest Little Plant Pod potluck!

This month we're celebrating all the delicious flavors of the season. Think pumpkins, winter squash, sweet potatoes, apples, pears, Brussels sprouts, mushrooms, cranberries, and all the cozy plant-based dishes that make this time of year so special.

Bring a whole food plant-based dish inspired by the harvest season. Whether it's a hearty soup, comforting casserole, colorful salad, seasonal dessert, or your favorite pumpkin creation, we'd love to see what autumn inspires in your kitchen.

And since Halloween is just around the corner, feel free to wear a costume if you'd like, but no pressure! Costumes are completely optional. The real stars of the evening will be the food, the conversation, and the wonderful community we've built together.

As always, everyone is welcome. Bring a friend, family member, neighbor, or anyone who enjoys good food and good company.

🍁 Celebrate the harvest.
🎃 Bring a whole food plant-based dish featuring seasonal produce.
👻 Costumes are fun, but absolutely not required.
🌱 Everyone is welcome.

Join us for an evening of cozy flavors, community connection, and a little autumn magic.

RSVP in comments ⬇️

10/01/2026

Plant milks are a simple, delicious alternative to dairy milk. Made from ingredients such as oats, soy, almonds, peas, or coconut, they can be used in everything from coffee and cereal to smoothies, sauces, and baking. They’re a great choice for people who avoid dairy, are lactose intolerant, eat a more plant-based diet, or simply enjoy trying something different. With so many varieties available, there’s a plant milk to suit almost every taste and use.

Ever wondered what’s in your store bought plant milks or been curious to make your own?

Here’s a local opportunity to learn with Pod member Juanita. Learn how to make your own on Sunday October 11 - get in touch directly for details to attend.
RSVP [email protected]

09/22/2026

Eat with the seasons. Support the people growing your food.

There’s something pretty special about buying vegetables that were grown right here in our community.

This fall, take a little time to shop local, eat seasonally, and support the small farms and growers who put so much care into what ends up on our tables.

And if you’re looking for something to do this Saturday, check out the Fall Harvest Market at The Village at Rancharrah, presented by Prema Farms.

Because eating more plants doesn’t have to mean complicated recipes or exotic ingredients.

Sometimes it’s simply buying what’s growing nearby and making something delicious with it.

🍁 Eat local. Eat seasonal. Eat more plants. Support your farmers.

09/15/2026

Join us at our monthly Pot luck event.

Please bring a whole food PLANT BASED dish to share, friends and family are welcome.

Special Presentation: Mother Earth Wardrobe

Sherry Lugone, Reno's capsule wardrobe guru, will be sharing her ideas and insider tips for decluttering your closet and creating a seasonal, sustainable wardrobe. Sherry's been presenting and teaching at Reno OLLI since 2019 and is excited to present her new curriculum, Mother Earth Wardrobe, which begins with the tenet that Mother Earth is sacred and her healing is our responsibility. She'll briefly outline the environmental and human rights abuses of the present global fast fashion industry and the steps that we can all take to transition to a more conscious, compassionate way of clothing ourselves.

South valleys Library Meeting Rooms 6-8pm
RSVP IN COMMENTS ⬇️

08/20/2026

Potluck later today - details on the Biggest Little Plant Pod website under events. See you there!

08/20/2026

I just came across this .. Huge Vegan Survey. It started in April this year and Google says it has over 8000 participants globally by June. It is anonymous and doesn’t collect your email. Feel free to participate and share the form with friends. It will be interesting to see outcomes.

Global study about what makes people become and stay vegan or plant-based

08/08/2026

Pod Potluck: Eat the Rainbow 🌈

Thursday, August 20, 2026
6:00 PM 8:00 PM
South Valleys Library Meeting Rooms (map)
For this month's Biggest Little Plant Pod potluck, we're celebrating the incredible abundance of summer produce and all the vibrant colors that come with it. Think juicy red tomatoes, golden corn, deep purple berries, leafy greens, bright orange peaches, crisp cucumbers, and everything in between.

Our theme is "Eat the Rainbow", a reminder that some of the healthiest foods on the planet are also the most colorful. Every color brings its own unique nutrients, flavors, and benefits, and August is the perfect time to fill our plates with nature's palette.

Bring a whole food plant-based dish that highlights your favorite summer fruits and vegetables. Whether it's a fresh salad, a garden-inspired entrée, a colorful side dish, or a seasonal dessert, let the produce shine.

As always, everyone is welcome, whether you're plant-based, plant-curious, or simply enjoy sharing good food with good people. Bring your family, friends, neighbors, and anyone who loves discovering new ways to enjoy plants.

We'll gather around the table to celebrate the season, share recipes and ideas, and enjoy the incredible variety that nature provides this time of year.

🌈 Eat the rainbow.
🌱 Bring a whole food plant-based dish featuring summer produce.
🍉 Everyone is welcome.
☀️ Come hungry and leave inspired.

Let's celebrate summer one colorful plate at a time!

07/26/2026

Join Reno Social Vegans at this fun Potluck Picnic coming up soon!

07/07/2026

One of the greatest gifts you can give yourself is investing in your health, and this is an opportunity you won't want to miss.

On Sunday, July 19th, from 4:00–7:00 pm, we're delighted to welcome board-certified nutritionist and award-winning author Terri Chrisman for an interactive workshop designed to make whole food, plant-based living practical, achievable, and enjoyable.

If you've ever wondered "I know what I should eat...but how do I make it work in real life?" this workshop is for you. You'll leave with simple, science-based strategies, practical tools you can use immediately, and a personalized blueprint to help you thrive.

Best of all, this workshop is completely FREE for Biggest Little Plant Pod supporters. Terri normally charges $99 for this program, but she has generously donated her time because she believes everyone deserves the chance to live a healthier, more vibrant life.

Whether you're just getting started or looking for fresh inspiration, come along, bring a friend, and take advantage of this incredible opportunity to invest in your future, at absolutely no cost. Please share with friends!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/transform-your-health-workshop-registration-1992516695072?aff=oddtdtcreator

06/12/2026

Join pod member Juanita for this excellent whole food plant based cooking lesson. RSVP details in flyer.