Join NW VEG for a celebratory evening with Dr. T. Colin Campbell, best-selling author of "The China Study: Startling Implications for Diet, Weight Loss and Long-term Health." Dr. Campbell will speak about the wide-ranging health benefits of a plant-based diet.

Pre-lecture entertainment will be provided by Anima Bhakti, a Portland-based instrumental duo specializing in world music. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Admission is $5-$10, sliding scale.

This lecture is the kick-off event for VegFest: A Compassionate Living Fair, which will be Saturday, May 12, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For complete event information, please visit www.portlandvegfest.org.