What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Events
Thursday July 10, 2008
Start: 11:00
End: 15:00
The Bath & North East Somerset Volunteer Centre is running a Volunteer Fair on the 10th July at the Council Chamber, High Street, Midsomer Norton.
For more information please contact Phil Birch (Tues, Wed, Thurs) on 01225 787928 or 07815 564726. Alternatively please email philb@vol-centre.org.uk
Start: 19:00
End: 21:00
Exploring ideas for enabling Bath to become more self-sufficient in
food. Meet 7pm at 19 Sion Place.
Contact Jim Dowling: 01225 481500
<mailto:jim.dowling1485@uk2.net>
Start: 19:30
End: 21:00
Exploring ideas for enabling Larkhall to become more self-sufficient in
food. Meet 7.30pm at The Rose and Crown.
Friday July 11, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Saturday July 12, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Start: 11:00
End: 14:00
Dear All,
On July 12th, the Green Companion will be launched in Bath, accompanied by a Sustainability Fair with stalls from a wide variety of local campaign groups in the area (http://greenbath.org/green-companion-launch-2008). Oxfam Bath have been offered a stall, and it would be great if we could be there to highlight Oxfam's latest campaigns, and see if we can get more people involved in campaigning within the Bath area!
The event runs from 11am - 2pm, and we need a few volunteers for an hour each to help man the stall. If you think you could give some time to help with this, do please email me on oxfambath@yahoo.co.uk - and I look forward to seeing some of you next Saturday!
Janine
Start: 11:00
End: 14:00
The 2008 Launch of the B&NES Green Companion Directory will be taking place at St Michaels Church on Saturday 12th July.
This year the Green Companion focuses on particpation, getting involved and making a real difference. The event has approximately 12 stalls/tables available for local campaigning groups, these are free, as is entry to the launch and everyone is welcome.
This is an excellent oppotunity to promote your group, network and become involved with all things green within your local community. For further details or if you are interested in hosting a stall please contact bex@faragherjones.com
Start: 12:00
End: 16:00
Volunteering Day - Saturday 12th July, 12 noon to 4pm
Mulching the apple trees, wildlife survey & extending the deadwood hedge
All welcome!
Broadlands Orchard, Box Road, Bathford. (On the A4, 1/2 mile
east of the Bathford roundabout. Bus 231/232.)
Further details:01225 312116
Start: 14:00
End: 17:00
A day of info, workshops and ideas targeting the root causes of climate
change. Featuring climate camp stalls, local issues stalls, the Climate
Camp photo exhibition, making stuff from junk sessions, Bath's famous
freeshop, the City's brand new pedal powered soundsystem, and more.
Organised by Westside Climate Action and Bath Activist Network. 2-5pm at
Green Park Market. More info on indymedia
<http://www.indymedia.org.uk/en/2008/06/402165.html>.
Start: 14:00
End: 17:00
The Bath freeshop runs on the second Saturday of every month. Bring along items to give away, or come along and pick up stuff for free!
This month, find the stall in Green Park Market. 2-5pm.
Sunday July 13, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Start: 00:00
End: 23:59
The regular bi-weekly series of sociable cycle rides.
For times and details, see: www.rysbath.org.uk
Start: 14:00
End: 17:00
Identify butterflies, dragonflies, and damselflies around the Willsbridge Valley with local wildlife photographer Mike Dimery. He'll even share his tips for taking great wildlife photos. An Avon Wildlife Trust event.
£6 (£4 AWT members), includes tea and biscuits
Limited numbers, please book well in advance
Contact: Kirsty, 0117 9177270
Monday July 14, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Start: 12:00
End: 17:00
Mad Pride Day 2008 – Bath City Centre, 14th July - Are you suffering from normality?
Mad Hatters of Bath and Friends will be offering free normality testing and biscuits starting in the Abbey churchyard around lunchtime in celebration of Mad Pride Day.
For full details see: http://www.banescvs.org.uk/images/backpagemadpride2008event.JPG
Tuesday July 15, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Wednesday July 16, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Start: 13:10
End: 13:50
A lunchtime talk by Katy Lithgow, Head Conservator, The National Trust.
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum
Start: 19:00
End: 20:00
The Briefing event for this years Zero Waste Challenge is being held at Culverhay School, Rush Hill, Bath.
The Zero Waste Challenge is open to any community group however large
or small. The briefing event will be full of useful advice and
information on how B&NES Waste Services can help you promote the
challenge by providing support, ideas and information packs, providing
talks, attending meetings, and through the website. There will also be
a zero waste buffet and refreshments from 6.45pm. An additional
briefing for schools (primary & secondary) will be held at the
earlier time of 5pm.
Councillor Charles Gerrish (Conservative, Keynsham North), Cabinet Member for Customer Services, said:
“Bath and North East Somerset Council is delighted to be building upon the success of the two previous Zero Waste Challenge Weeks with our neighbouring local authorities. We are inviting any community group across the district to take part and they are very welcome to attend the briefing event.
One of the Council’s vision priorities, amongst seven others, is to address the causes and effects of climate change. Increasing awareness about recycling and encouraging greater participation ultimately decreases the amount of waste going to landfill. Zero Waste Challenge Week contributes toward meeting this priority. I hope as many people can attend as possible.”
Any school or community groups, large or small are invited to attend. These might include groups such as:
• Parish Councils;
• Scout groups;
• Schools;
• Residents from a block of flats;
• A local street;
• A local pub;
• A virtual community (e.g Facebook groups)
• Local sports teams
• The Women's Institute
• Church groups
• Women and toddlers groups to name but a few.
The briefing event is being held for schools and community groups to explain more about the week, how to publicise it, answer questions and share ideas. Bath & North East Somerset Council is keen to encourage as many people as possible to come along to find out more. The Council has also produced a Community Guidance Pack full of ideas and materials which will be distributed at the event and to any group requesting a copy.
If you would like to take part in the challenge, attend the briefing event or would like to discuss any of this in more detail, please contact Council Connect on: 01225 394041 councilconnect@bathnes.gov.uk
Thursday July 17, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Friday July 18, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Start: 21:00
Late night grungy music and dancing, raising money for various political, humanitarian, environmental and other worthwhile causes. This month's cause: Bath Activist Network.
From 9pm-1.30am at The Crown, Bathwick. £3.
Saturday July 19, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Start: 13:00
Join Bath Organic Group for a BBQ at their splendid Organic
Demonstration Garden. All welcome - bring food and drink to BBQ and
share.
1pm at the Bath Organic Garden, off Upper Bristol Road next to the Victoria
Play Park, entrance opposite the Hop Pole pub.
For further info please contact Peter Andrews 01225 319117
<http://www.bathorganicgroup.org.uk>
Sunday July 20, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Start: 00:00
End: 23:59
An opportunity to learn about some of our native plants, and how to identify them.
Start at the canal at Beckford Rd (A36 towards Warminster), walking distance from the town centre. The walk will last for a couple of hours.
To register your interest please email Alexis
<mailto:alexistysler@hotmail.com>.
Monday July 21, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Tuesday July 22, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Start: 00:00
Start: 22/07/2008 - 00:00
End: 24/07/2008 - 23:59
A conference investigating the many ways in which the body interacts
with the world other than just physically.
Speakers: Dr. Ornella Corazza, Clare Goodrick-Clarke, Prof. Nicholas Goodrick-Clarke, Paul
Hougham, Prof. Nagatomo Shigenori, Dr. Gay Watson.
Presented by the
Scientific and Medical Network, at Bath Spa University.
For further info and times please go to:
<http://www.scimednet.org>
Wednesday July 23, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
(all day)
Start: 22/07/2008 - 00:00
End: 24/07/2008 - 23:59
A conference investigating the many ways in which the body interacts
with the world other than just physically.
Speakers: Dr. Ornella Corazza, Clare Goodrick-Clarke, Prof. Nicholas Goodrick-Clarke, Paul
Hougham, Prof. Nagatomo Shigenori, Dr. Gay Watson.
Presented by the
Scientific and Medical Network, at Bath Spa University.
For further info and times please go to:
<http://www.scimednet.org>
Start: 13:10
End: 13:50
A lunchtime talk by Peter Andrews, Transition Bath, Publisher eco-logic books
A Bath Preservation Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum
Thursday July 24, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
End: 23:59
Start: 22/07/2008 - 00:00
End: 24/07/2008 - 23:59
A conference investigating the many ways in which the body interacts
with the world other than just physically.
Speakers: Dr. Ornella Corazza, Clare Goodrick-Clarke, Prof. Nicholas Goodrick-Clarke, Paul
Hougham, Prof. Nagatomo Shigenori, Dr. Gay Watson.
Presented by the
Scientific and Medical Network, at Bath Spa University.
For further info and times please go to:
<http://www.scimednet.org>
Start: 20:00
End: 21:30
Hi All,
After the success of Saturday's stall, especially around the Knit for Poverty campaign, we're having a bit of a Stitch n Bitch as an opportunity to get together and get creative for the latest Oxfam Campaign!
On Thursday 24th July, from 8pm, join us at Green Park Brasserie to have a summer evening drink outside (or inside if the early part of the summer is anything to go by!) and to knit as many squares as we can for the World's Largest Baby Blanket! We'll have plenty of wool and needles, so don't worry about not having 'equipment' and there will be people who can teach you what to do - so even if you can't knit yet, don't let that stop you!
But why knit a blanket? For every mum, the day her child is born should
be the happiest of her life. Yet, in the world's poorest countries,
many mums don't survive to look after their babies.
In the next minute, lack of access to health care will claim the
life of another mum. In a year, half a million mums die because of
poorly equipped hospitals, or because they can't afford to pay health
care fees.
World leaders have promised to end this travesty by providing enough
aid to deliver the medical services needed, but as things stand they're
falling well short.
So, Oxfam are calling on all knitters, and non-knitters who want to give it a go!, to help create a patch for a giant baby blanket – a 'visual petition' we'll hand in to world leaders in September 2008. We're aiming for 250,000 patches - one for every mum who should have survived pregnancy in the last six months.
This will really show world leaders that we are watching & demanding action - so much so we're willing to really put effort into creating the world's biggest baby blanket!
So if you can, do join us. The campaign is running until the end of August, so even if you can't make this event, we will be meeting several more times. We're aiming for Bath to have it's own 'mini-blanket' to add to the petition, so why not try and add a square to the count!!
Friday July 25, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Saturday July 26, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Sunday July 27, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Start: 00:00
End: 23:59
The regular bi-weekly series of sociable cycle rides.
For times and details, see: www.rysbath.org.uk
Monday July 28, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Start: 10:00
Start: 28/07/2008 - 10:00
End: 29/07/2008 - 10:00
An extra volunteering day to continue work on the compost toilet.
If the weather is favourable, the volunteering day will be followed by an overnight camping-out with campfire cooking in the evening! (bring some food to share)
Please let us know if you are going to come along.
For further info & questions please contact Tim Baines: timjbaines@yahoo.co.uk (01225 312116)
Tuesday July 29, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
End: 10:00
Start: 28/07/2008 - 10:00
End: 29/07/2008 - 10:00
An extra volunteering day to continue work on the compost toilet.
If the weather is favourable, the volunteering day will be followed by an overnight camping-out with campfire cooking in the evening! (bring some food to share)
Please let us know if you are going to come along.
For further info & questions please contact Tim Baines: timjbaines@yahoo.co.uk (01225 312116)
Start: 00:00
End: 23:59
Tues 29th July
Wild Art at Folly Farm
Go wild, get creative! This arty, messy fun day will give children the
chance to create some large scale art at Folly Farm as well as making a
small model to take home. Bring a packed lunch. Booking Essential. For
8-12 year olds. Each day runs from 10am-2pm or 5pm-9pm (twilight) and
is jam packed full of fun, practical games, trails and activities.
Hosted by our experienced education team, parents are invited to drop
the kids off for the day. The courses run every Tuesday and must be
booked in advance. The day costs £7.50 per child. To book please
contact Lucy 0870 122 4377/ lucyowen@follyfarm.org
Wednesday July 30, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Thursday July 31, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Start: 19:00
Should we grow more food?
With rising food prices and pressure to reduce imports, interest in allotments has revived...
A short debate with speakers: Broadlands OrchardShare's Tim Baines and Malcolm Hitchcock from the Allotment Holders' Association.
Bath Royal Literary & Scientific Institution
16-18 Queen Square, Bath
tel: 01225 312084
web: www.brlsi.org
Members and students £2: visitors £4 (free apples)
Friday August 1, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Saturday August 2, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Sunday August 3, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
Start: 00:00
Start: 03/08/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
This year's camp is at Kingsnorth Coal-fired Power Station, Kent.
If built, Kingsnorth will emit between 6 and 8 million tons of CO2 every
year, and it is just the first of a further six in planning. For 10 days in August Climate Camp 2008 will stand up against Climate change by creating a sustainable environment complete with wind powered computer suites and solar panel showers. To find out all about the event and how you too can get involved visit <http://www.climatecamp.org.uk>
Start: 19:30
End: 21:00
For those of you unable to make our cinema screening of We Are Together, it's being shown on Channel 4 this Sunday at 7.30pm!
We Are Together is the amazing story of Agape, an African Childrens Choir whose members are all aids orphans. Following their story over the course of a year, the film is a roller coaster of heart warming, heart breaking but overwhelmingly inspirational and is well worth watching.
And, if you like the music, we have discounted CD's of the film soundtrack for sale! At £10 + £1 PnP (or free PnP if you collect them from me in person!) it's a great present, as well as a good soundtrack to summer barbecues. All the profits are going to the RISE Foundation which supports aids orphanages across South Africa. Please email me on oxfambath@yahoo.co.uk if yo uwould like more information.
Janine
Monday August 4, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
(all day)
Start: 03/08/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
This year's camp is at Kingsnorth Coal-fired Power Station, Kent.
If built, Kingsnorth will emit between 6 and 8 million tons of CO2 every
year, and it is just the first of a further six in planning. For 10 days in August Climate Camp 2008 will stand up against Climate change by creating a sustainable environment complete with wind powered computer suites and solar panel showers. To find out all about the event and how you too can get involved visit <http://www.climatecamp.org.uk>
Tuesday August 5, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
(all day)
Start: 03/08/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
This year's camp is at Kingsnorth Coal-fired Power Station, Kent.
If built, Kingsnorth will emit between 6 and 8 million tons of CO2 every
year, and it is just the first of a further six in planning. For 10 days in August Climate Camp 2008 will stand up against Climate change by creating a sustainable environment complete with wind powered computer suites and solar panel showers. To find out all about the event and how you too can get involved visit <http://www.climatecamp.org.uk>
Start: 19:30
End: 21:30
The next energy group meeting will be on 5th
August at 7.30pm till 9.30pm in the upstairs room of the Ram in
Widcombe. The next meeting will clarify the next steps in producing and
disseminating the leaflet as well as focussing on how to progress ideas
around developing opportunities for renewable energy in Bath.
Wednesday August 6, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
(all day)
Start: 03/08/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
This year's camp is at Kingsnorth Coal-fired Power Station, Kent.
If built, Kingsnorth will emit between 6 and 8 million tons of CO2 every
year, and it is just the first of a further six in planning. For 10 days in August Climate Camp 2008 will stand up against Climate change by creating a sustainable environment complete with wind powered computer suites and solar panel showers. To find out all about the event and how you too can get involved visit <http://www.climatecamp.org.uk>
Start: 10:30
End: 16:00
10:30-12:30 or 14:00-16:00
Willsbridge Mill, Longwell Green, Bristol
Spy on beetles, bees, and other bugs found in the graden and woods in Willsbridge Hill. Create a new species or build a micro park for existing ones. An Avon Wildlife Trust event.
£5.50 per child (£4 AWT members); adults FREE
www.forestofavon.org.uk/willsbridgemill.html, 0117 932 6885 or email ruthworsley@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk
Start: 19:30
End: 20:30
Food security talk: Local feast or local famine? Putting food security on the map.
Grove St. rooms of the United Reformed Church BA2 6PJ at 7.30 pm.
We have managed to persuade
our local expert Mark to give a presentation on Food Security - the
topic on everyone's lips. Come and find out what it means.
Can existing UK farmland keep us fed, clothed and housed? A recent
study says yes, for the UK as a whole. In this workshop, geographic
information expert Mark Thurstain-Goodwin of Geofutures will use
powerful data and mapping technology to zoom in to the local scale –
and discover that England on its own sees a shortfall leaving 9 million
people hungry, with even more marked disparities between smaller
regions. The analysis makes clear that there are solutions at hand, but
also signposts how climate change and flood risks need to be central to
our plans.
We are so lucky that Mark has been able to fit this into his busy schedule.This is an opportunity not to be missed.
There will be tea/coffee and cake afterwards and time for discussion.
Looking forward to seeing you there.
Afrel, Transition Bath Food Group
Thursday August 7, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
(all day)
Start: 03/08/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
This year's camp is at Kingsnorth Coal-fired Power Station, Kent.
If built, Kingsnorth will emit between 6 and 8 million tons of CO2 every
year, and it is just the first of a further six in planning. For 10 days in August Climate Camp 2008 will stand up against Climate change by creating a sustainable environment complete with wind powered computer suites and solar panel showers. To find out all about the event and how you too can get involved visit <http://www.climatecamp.org.uk>
Friday August 8, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
(all day)
Start: 03/08/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
This year's camp is at Kingsnorth Coal-fired Power Station, Kent.
If built, Kingsnorth will emit between 6 and 8 million tons of CO2 every
year, and it is just the first of a further six in planning. For 10 days in August Climate Camp 2008 will stand up against Climate change by creating a sustainable environment complete with wind powered computer suites and solar panel showers. To find out all about the event and how you too can get involved visit <http://www.climatecamp.org.uk>
Start: 10:00
End: 14:00
For the under 7s and their families. Folly Farm invites children to
bring their teddy along for a fun day in the woods. Led by Folly Farms
experienced education team, this magical day takes children outdoors
and onto the reserve to play fun, practical activities and learn about
the secret of SWAF. Dress up as a tree, dance the teddy bears dance,
make your own mini nature reserve and follow the trails to the teddies.
The day runs from 10am-2pm, with a teddy bears picnic lunch at 12pm.
Booking is essential. Please bring a packed lunch and your teddy.
Children £5.50/Adults £7.50. To book please contact Lucy 0870 122 4377/
lucyowen@follyfarm.org
Saturday August 9, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
(all day)
Start: 03/08/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
This year's camp is at Kingsnorth Coal-fired Power Station, Kent.
If built, Kingsnorth will emit between 6 and 8 million tons of CO2 every
year, and it is just the first of a further six in planning. For 10 days in August Climate Camp 2008 will stand up against Climate change by creating a sustainable environment complete with wind powered computer suites and solar panel showers. To find out all about the event and how you too can get involved visit <http://www.climatecamp.org.uk>
Start: 12:00
End: 16:00
Compost toilet construction....work is progressing well!
Willow weaving to make baskets for the Broadlands Orchardshare market stall, instructions and willow is provided. This activity will take place under the tarpaulin if the weather is wet!
For further info & questions please contact Tim Baines: timjbaines@yahoo.co.uk (01225 312116)
(Broadlands Orchard is at Broadlands Farm Shop on the A4 Box Road, about 1/2 mile east of the Bathford roundabout)
Sunday August 10, 2008
(all day)
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
(all day)
Start: 03/08/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
This year's camp is at Kingsnorth Coal-fired Power Station, Kent.
If built, Kingsnorth will emit between 6 and 8 million tons of CO2 every
year, and it is just the first of a further six in planning. For 10 days in August Climate Camp 2008 will stand up against Climate change by creating a sustainable environment complete with wind powered computer suites and solar panel showers. To find out all about the event and how you too can get involved visit <http://www.climatecamp.org.uk>
Monday August 11, 2008
End: 23:59
Start: 11/06/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
What are the challenges facing Bath's historic environment and why is the city under pressure to adapt?
A Bath Preservation Trust Exhibition at the Building of Bath Museum.
End: 23:59
Start: 03/08/2008 - 00:00
End: 11/08/2008 - 23:59
This year's camp is at Kingsnorth Coal-fired Power Station, Kent.
If built, Kingsnorth will emit between 6 and 8 million tons of CO2 every
year, and it is just the first of a further six in planning. For 10 days in August Climate Camp 2008 will stand up against Climate change by creating a sustainable environment complete with wind powered computer suites and solar panel showers. To find out all about the event and how you too can get involved visit <http://www.climatecamp.org.uk>
Start: 00:00
End: 23:59
Envolve’s Sustainable Learning Forum is for all local primary and
secondary school teachers to share best practice and explore a theme
that links to the frameworks of the important 'Sustainable Schools' and
the Eco-Schools Award. We do this through three events each year. The
last event focused on water - the topic for our November event will be
revealed soon.
For details please contact Jane Talbot: 01225 750921
jane.talbot@envolve.org.uk
Start: 19:45
End: 20:45
Being held at Stillpoint (next to the YMCA) Broad Street Place
(Between the Fine Cheese Company and Pax Marice you take the steps and it's on your right)
Tuesday August 12, 2008
Start: 10:00
End: 14:00
Learn about animal architects in the wild and have a go at building
your own animal home in the woods. Discover the important habitats at
Folly Farm, find out who lives there and what we can do to help those
wild inhabitants.
A fun-filled day of practical activities and games.
Bring a packed lunch. Booking essential. The day costs £7.50 per child.
For 8-12 year olds. To book please contact Lucy 0870 122 4377 lucyowen@follyfarm.org.
Wednesday August 13, 2008
Start: 10:30
End: 16:00
10:30-12:30 or 14:00-16:00
Willsbridge Mill, Longwell Green, Bristol
Remember to bring wellies and extra cloths for this event! Learn about water by immersing yourself in it: make mini rafts, discover pond creatures, and more. An Avon Wildlife Trust event.
£5.50 per child (£4 AWT members); adults FREE
www.forestofavon.org.uk/willsbridgemill.html, 0117 932 6885 or email ruthworsley@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk
Start: 20:30
End: 23:00
Stimulating socialising and networking with environmentally minded people in the area.
We're upstairs at The Rummer - overlooking Pultney Weir, on Grand Parade (From 8.30pm) Anyone interested in environmental issues is welcome!
<http://www.therummerbath.co.uk/>
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This Month's topic: *Sustainable Communities*
The Sustainable Communities Act came into force last October. This Act,
in principle, gives citizens and Local Authorities power to make things
happen - bottom up, not top down. Suggested areas include renewable
enegy projects, energy saving, traffic reduction and encouraging walking
and cycling etc. *But, people need to ensure their local council "opts
in" to the process this autumn.*
For more information, see: www.localworks.org
Bath Green Drinks is part of Green Drinks International.
<http://www.greendrinks.org>
Thursday August 14, 2008
Start: 10:00
End: 14:00
Children’s activity day at the Bath Organic Group Community Garden,
next to children’s playground, Victoria Park, 10am-2pm, weather
permitting.
All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please pay at gate to the garden.
Start: 12:30
End: 14:00
Thursday 14th August.....
Look out for a giant paella being cooked in the square outside the Little Theatre Cinema, courtesy of the chefs at La Tasca. Suggested donation £1 a portion, in aid of local charity STAR, who provide equality, diversity and inclusion resources for young children in B&NES. Web: www.star4diversity.org.uk
Cooking begins at 11.45am, with the paella ready to eat at about 12.30pm....get there whilst it's hot!
Start: 20:00
End: 21:30
Hi All,
After the success of Saturday's stall, especially around the Knit for Poverty campaign, we're having a bit of a Stitch n Bitch as an opportunity to get together and get creative for the latest Oxfam Campaign!
On Thursday 14th August from 8pm, join us at Green Park Brasserie to have a summer evening drink outside (or inside if the early part of the summer is anything to go by!) and to knit as many squares as we can for the World's Largest Baby Blanket! We'll have plenty of wool and needles, so don't worry about not having 'equipment' and there will be people who can teach you what to do - so even if you can't knit yet, don't let that stop you!
But why knit a blanket? For every mum, the day her child is born should
be the happiest of her life. Yet, in the world's poorest countries,
many mums don't survive to look after their babies.
In the next minute, lack of access to health care will claim the
life of another mum. In a year, half a million mums die because of
poorly equipped hospitals, or because they can't afford to pay health
care fees.
World leaders have promised to end this travesty by providing enough
aid to deliver the medical services needed, but as things stand they're
falling well short.
So, Oxfam are calling on all knitters, and non-knitters who want to give it a go!, to help create a patch for a giant baby blanket – a 'visual petition' we'll hand in to world leaders in September 2008. We're aiming for 250,000 patches - one for every mum who should have survived pregnancy in the last six months.
This will really show world leaders that we are watching & demanding action - so much so we're willing to really put effort into creating the world's biggest baby blanket!
So if you can, do join us. If you would like to attend, please email to let me know. If you could
say whether you will be able to bring your own needles & wool, or
whether you'd like some, that would also be great! We're aiming for Bath to have it's own 'mini-blanket' to add to the petition, so why not try and add a square to the count!!
Monday August 18, 2008
Start: 19:30
End: 20:30
At the Rummer Pub, Bath. From 7.30pm
For details visit: www.bathcyclingcampaign.org.uk
Tuesday August 19, 2008
Start: 00:00
End: 23:59
Fancy yourself as a wildlife photographer?
Join the team at Folly Farm
and pick up some useful techniques in taking a perfect picture of wild
animals. Discover how the professionals take their shots - from shelter
building and camoflage, to learning how to track wildlife. With
practical sessions and expert advise take a great picture that you can
post on the Folly Farm website.
Bring a packed lunch. Booking
Essential. The day costs £7.50 per child. For 8-12 year olds. To book
please contact Lucy 0870 122 4377 lucyowen@follyfarm.org
Wednesday August 20, 2008
Start: 10:30
End: 16:00
10:30-12:30 or 14:00-16:00
Willsbridge Mill, Longwell Green, Bristol
Discover the secrets of the rocks that make up Willsbridge Valley. An Avon Wildlife Trust event.
£5.50 per child (£4 AWT members); adults FREE
www.forestofavon.org.uk/willsbridgemill.html, 0117 932 6885 or email ruthworsley@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk
Thursday August 21, 2008
Start: 10:38
Illustrated talk by Helen Williams
United
Reformed Church Hall, Nailsea 7.45pm. Entrance £2
Start: 19:30
End: 21:30
Film showing in Stroud: The Future of Food. Tuesday Aug 21st 7.30pm Centre for Science and Art, Lansdown, Connections Group
Friday August 22, 2008
Start: 00:00
Start: 22/08/2008 - 00:00
End: 24/08/2008 - 23:59
A conference investigating the many ways in which the body interacts
with the world other than just physically.
Speakers: Dr. Ornella Corazza, Clare Goodrick-Clarke, Prof. Nicholas Goodrick-Clarke, Paul
Hougham, Prof. Nagatomo Shigenori, Dr. Gay Watson.
Presented by the scientific and Medical Network, at Bath Spa University.
www.scimednet.org <http://www.scimednet.org>
Saturday August 23, 2008
(all day)
Start: 22/08/2008 - 00:00
End: 24/08/2008 - 23:59
A conference investigating the many ways in which the body interacts
with the world other than just physically.
Speakers: Dr. Ornella Corazza, Clare Goodrick-Clarke, Prof. Nicholas Goodrick-Clarke, Paul
Hougham, Prof. Nagatomo Shigenori, Dr. Gay Watson.
Presented by the scientific and Medical Network, at Bath Spa University.
www.scimednet.org <http://www.scimednet.org>
Start: 00:00
End: 23:59
Farm Day: a great day out and a chance to see the local community farming.
Saturday Aug 23rd at Hawkwood Painswick Old Road Stroud
SCA Contact Paul Sheridan 0845 458 0814. Anyone who is interested in these events should contact Jim Dowling.
Sunday August 24, 2008
End: 23:59
Start: 22/08/2008 - 00:00
End: 24/08/2008 - 23:59
A conference investigating the many ways in which the body interacts
with the world other than just physically.
Speakers: Dr. Ornella Corazza, Clare Goodrick-Clarke, Prof. Nicholas Goodrick-Clarke, Paul
Hougham, Prof. Nagatomo Shigenori, Dr. Gay Watson.
Presented by the scientific and Medical Network, at Bath Spa University.
www.scimednet.org <http://www.scimednet.org>
Start: 10:15
End: 14:30
The regular bi-weekly series of sociable cycle rides....meeting at the Abbey Curchyard 10.15am.
This week: Rode pick your own fruit farm......bring sandwiches and containers for fruit!
For more details go to: <http://www.rysbath.org.uk>
Monday August 25, 2008
Start: 12:00
End: 16:00
Live music, refreshments, BBQ, car boot sale, lots of prizes and loads more! Free Entry.
Tuesday August 26, 2008
Start: 10:00
End: 14:00
At Folly Farm there are a huge array of resident and visiting birds to
discover - from speedy swallows to amazing buzzards. A fun day of
games, trails and practical activities all about brilliant birds,
followed by a chance to make your own bird box or bird feeder.
Bring a
packed lunch. Booking Essential. The day costs £7.50 per child. For
8-12 year olds. To book please and for further details please contact Lucy 0870 122 4377 lucyowen@follyfarm.org
Wednesday August 27, 2008
Start: 10:30
End: 16:00
10:30-12:30 or 14:00-16:00
Willsbridge Mill, Longwell Green, Bristol
Meet the oldest residents of the Willsbridge Valle: the trees. An Avon Wildlife Trust event.
£5.50 per child (£4 AWT members); adults FREE
www.forestofavon.org.uk/willsbridgemill.html, 0117 932 6885 or email ruthworsley@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk
Sunday August 31, 2008
Start: 14:00
End: 17:00
THE GRAND PRODUCE SHOW
at NEW ORIEL HALL, LARKHALL
on SUNDAY 31 AUGUST 2008
is an open competition for locally grown fruit, veg, flowers, arts, crafts and culinary skills - children are catered for too.
Anyone who lives or works in B&NES can enter but notification of entries must be forwarded to the registrar, Brigitte Sibbick, by 5.30pm on Saturday 30th August.
Schedule/entry forms available from:
www.banes-allotments/centenary/events
or send me your postal address by email
The show celebrates the skills practised by gardeners growing fruit, vegetable and flowers over the last 100 years. Larkhall allotments were set up in 1908, following implementation of an Act of Parliament which, in essence, is still in place today.
The 1908 Allotments Act enabled families to grow their own food on land provided by the local authority. Admittedly, at the time, this applied to poor people who would otherwise have starved but the principle is still valid: anyone who wants to grow their own food should be able to.
However, the rising waiting lists for allotments in Bath (along with many towns and cities in England) indicate a growing need that has to be satisfied.
Broadlands OrchardShare will have a stand (and some early apples) at the Grand Produce Show - see below...
The Grand Produce Show 2008 looks to the future as well as the past. Current dependence on the supply of food from around the globe needs to be balanced with greater availability of locally grown produce. Most of the land that used to supply Bath in plenty has, long since, been developed. Pockets of land need to be found to provide more growing space. The Allotment Association is working with B&NES Council to increase the number of allotment plots available.
Local community groups involved in community food growing will be participating in the event including Larkhall Saves The Planet ( a 'spoke' of Transition Bath), Bath Organic Community Garden and Broadlands Orchard.
The Show will be open to the public from 2pm. Admission £1 at the door.
The Show is being organised by B&NES Allotments Association as part of a season of events to celebrate the allotments centenary. The season ends with two public lectures at the Guildhall, Bath by Professor Chris Baines and Gardeners World's Carol Klein. Further details will be sent out in September.
Start: 14:00
End: 15:30
Take a
walk through the heart of Bristol, with Brenda Page. Look at sculptures
and take a stroll with swans, perfect for wildlife lovers. The walk is
just under 1 mile and will take approximately 1.5 hrs with stops along
the way.
Meeting at Neptune's Statue in Bristol centre (Opposite St Augustine's Parade)
2:00pm -3:30pm
Adults £4 & Children/ Concessions £2
To book a place please ring Ruth Ferguson on 01454 416696.
All proceeds going to Avon Wildlife Trust
Thursday September 4, 2008
Start: 12:00
End: 16:00
The James Grieve and Grenadier apple trees are cropping well this year. The Bramley, Spartan and Russet apple trees are cropping better than last year. The Cox apple trees are still rather patchy.
We will be apple picking every Thursday afternoon from the beginning of September - volunteer apple harvesters very welcome.
For further info & questions please contact Tim Baines: timjbaines@yahoo.co.uk (01225 312116)
Saturday September 6, 2008
Start: 00:00
Start: 06/09/2008 - 00:00
End: 21/09/2008 - 23:59
Organic Fortnight, the Soil Association's 'celebration of organic food and farming' is 'widely considered to be the most important and exciting consumer event in the sector calendar.' People are encouraged to mark the occasion by visiting organic farms, joining organisations like the Soil Association, and shopping in new, sustainable ways.
Nearby events include the fortnight's kick-off event, the Soil Association Organic Food Festival (also Europe's largest organic festival) on 6-7 September at the Bristol Harbourside. On 11-15 September the Hillgrove and the Green Man in Kingsdown, Bristol, will jointly host an Organic Beer Festival featuring 40 organic and natural ales, as well as a selection of other organic drinks. There are numerous farm tours, cooking demonstrations, and other community activities scheduled throughout South West England, as well.
There will also be in store and cafe promotions across Bristol, including offers at The Better Food Company, Essential Trading, Stoneground Healthy Food, and Wild Oats Natural Foods. Ethicalsuperstore.com is also involved in the festivities.
For more information on Organic Fortnight (as well as a complete list of events in the region), visit the Soil Association web-site:
http://www.soilassociation.org/organicfortnight
For information on the Organic Food Festival:
http://www.soilassociation.org/festival
Start: 00:00
Start: 06/09/2008 - 00:00
End: 21/09/2008 - 23:59
During Organic Food Fortnight, take the pledge to spend a week eating only local, organic food, free from plastic packaging.
For more information, visit http://www.pledgebank.com/eatthechange
Sunday September 7, 2008
(all day)
Start: 06/09/2008 - 00:00
End: 21/09/2008 - 23:59
Organic Fortnight, the Soil Association's 'celebration of organic food and farming' is 'widely considered to be the most important and exciting consumer event in the sector calendar.' People are encouraged to mark the occasion by visiting organic farms, joining organisations like the Soil Association, and shopping in new, sustainable ways.
Nearby events include the fortnight's kick-off event, the Soil Association Organic Food Festival (also Europe's largest organic festival) on 6-7 September at the Bristol Harbourside. On 11-15 September the Hillgrove and the Green Man in Kingsdown, Bristol, will jointly host an Organic Beer Festival featuring 40 organic and natural ales, as well as a selection of other organic drinks. There are numerous farm tours, cooking demonstrations, and other community activities scheduled throughout South West England, as well.
There will also be in store and cafe promotions across Bristol, including offers at The Better Food Company, Essential Trading, Stoneground Healthy Food, and Wild Oats Natural Foods. Ethicalsuperstore.com is also involved in the festivities.
For more information on Organic Fortnight (as well as a complete list of events in the region), visit the Soil Association web-site:
http://www.soilassociation.org/organicfortnight
For information on the Organic Food Festival:
http://www.soilassociation.org/festival