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Be part of an unforgettable evening at the second annual Wine, Whiskey and Bourbon Tasting Party! Tickets sold support the mission of Second Wind Dreams®, a nonprofit dedicated to changing the perception of aging by fulfilling dreams for older adults and providing empathy-based education, including our flagship program, the Virtual Dementia Tour®.

Raise a Glass—and Raise Hope with us

Discover specially curated wine, whiskey and bourbon:
Wine Pull
Bourbon & Whiskey Drawing
Open Tasting Tables
Hors D’oeuvres
Live Entertainment
Dream Fulfillment
Silent Auction

September 17th | 4:00 - 7:00 PM
Peachtree Hills Place Ballroom | 229 Peachtree Hills Ave NE | Atlanta, GA 30305

Atlanta’s Largest Outdoor Vegan Festival Returns for Its 16th Year
The Veggie Taste Brings Plant-Based Food, Wellness, Music and Community to Atlanta’s Historic West End on September 19
ATLANTA, GA — August 10, 2026 — Atlanta’s plant-based community will come together for an afternoon of incredible food, wellness education, music and culture when The Veggie Taste returns for its 16th annual festival on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Recognized as Atlanta’s largest outdoor vegan and plant-based festival, The Veggie Taste will take place from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 946 Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard SW in Atlanta’s historic West End.
For 16 years, The Veggie Taste has helped introduce Atlanta residents and visitors to healthier ways of eating without sacrificing flavor, culture or the joy of a great meal. The festival creates an inviting space for longtime vegans, families, wellness enthusiasts and people who may simply be curious about adding more plant-based food to their lives.
Guests will have the opportunity to sample dishes prepared by vegan, plant-based and raw-food chefs while discovering restaurants, food products and wellness businesses from throughout Atlanta and beyond. The festival will also feature nutritional speakers, health and wellness resources, an artisan marketplace, live music, product sampling and family-friendly activities.
“People are looking for realistic ways to take better care of themselves and their families,” said Nyemay Aya, founder of The Veggie Taste. “The Veggie Taste allows them to explore healthier choices in a space that feels welcoming, joyful and connected to the community. They can taste the food, meet the chefs, ask questions and experience how exciting plant-based living can truly be.”
The festival also provides a valuable platform for independent chefs, emerging food brands, wellness companies, artisans and community organizations. Vendors are able to introduce their products directly to consumers, build relationships and connect with an audience actively interested in food, health and conscious living.
As plant-based dining continues to grow across Atlanta, The Veggie Taste remains deeply rooted in the communities that helped shape the city’s vegan culture. Its 16-year history reflects a sustained commitment to increasing access, supporting local entrepreneurs and making healthier food choices feel approachable.

Sponsors and brand partners will have opportunities to participate through product sampling, community engagement, lead generation, on-site visibility and direct connections with festival attendees.
EVENT DETAILS
Event: The Veggie Taste — 16th Annual
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 2:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Address: 946 Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
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For vendor and ticket information: www.TheVeggieTaste.com
MEDIA CONTACT
Kandis Knight
Publicist, The Veggie Taste
Ignite ATL
kandis@igniteatlanta.org
404-449-7303

United Colors of Cancer invites adult cancer patients, survivors, thrivers, and caregivers across the United States to participate in the 1,000 Voices for Cancer Equity™ Campaign.

This national listening initiative is documenting the real experiences of people affected by cancer. The anonymous survey takes approximately 10–12 minutes and centers BIPOC and underserved communities while welcoming participants of every race and background.

Responses will help identify barriers involving access to care, emotional support, financial burden, treatment experiences, and whether patients and caregivers feel heard. The findings will inform more equitable, culturally responsive cancer programs, research, and advocacy.

United Colors of Cancer is working toward collecting 1,000 voices by September 24, 2026—World Cancer Research Day. The survey will remain open through December 31, 2026.

Share your experience at:

www.1000voices.unitedcolorsofcancer.org

Every Color. Every Voice. Every Cancer.

The Warrior Women Conference 2026: Realigned & Ready is a faith-filled gathering designed to encourage women to step away from the noise, draw closer to God, and realign their hearts with His purpose and will. Through powerful biblical teaching, worship, fellowship, and encouragement, women will be challenged to surrender their plans, embrace God’s direction, and be ready to move when He calls.

This year’s conference will feature Allison Speer, Christian recording artist and longtime performer featured on the Gaither Homecoming videos, and Sharie King of Clayton King Ministries, speaker, author, and Bible teacher.

October 3, 2026 — Come ready to be renewed, realigned, and prepared for what God has next!

What happens when the weight carried by a single mom becomes too much—and how does that impact her children and community?

Mpowerd invites the entire community to Single Mom Mental Wealth: A Community Conversation, Saturday, October 3, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Charles D. Switzer Library in Marietta.

As a local lead-in to Mental Illness Awareness Week, the free event will feature a screening of the film Straw, followed by a moderated discussion with single mothers and local leaders from mental health, education, faith, government, law enforcement and nonprofit organizations.

This conversation starts with moms, but it includes all of us. Come listen, learn and be part of building stronger families and a stronger community.

The event is free and open to the public. Registration is requested. Visit mpowerd.org for information and registration.