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SUMMARY:York rivers trail: The rivers and us
DESCRIPTION:York rivers trail: The rivers and us is an exhibition exploring the relationship between people\, rivers\, nature and place in York. \nThrough photography\, stories and creative responses inspired by York’s rivers\, visitors will discover perspectives on nature\, heritage\, wellbeing and climate resilience. Part of the wider York rivers trail programme\, the exhibition invites reflection on the importance of rivers to communities\, nature and York’s future. \nNo tickets needed – please visit during CityScreen opening times. \nFind out more about the York Rivers Trail here: https://www.york.gov.uk/YorkRiversTrail
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-rivers-trail-the-rivers-and-us/
LOCATION:City Screen Picture House\, 13-17 Coney St\, York\, YO1 9QL
CATEGORIES:Climate Education,Getting Creative,Wheelchair access
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SUMMARY:Cli-mic Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of climate and environment related poetry\, music\, and spoken word. Come along as a performer\, or simply sit back and enjoy the show! \nNo booking required\, just drop in!
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/cli-mic-night/
LOCATION:Spark York\, 17-21 Piccadilly\, York\, YO1 9PB
CATEGORIES:Getting Creative,Socials,Wheelchair access
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SUMMARY:Love Your Rivers Movement Session
DESCRIPTION:Led by Maddy Winter: a joyful and passional no-experience-needed movement session celebrating the Ouse and Foss with collaborative exercises inspired by their biology\, hydrology and folklore. \nAge restrictions: 12+ and minors must be accompanied by an adult. \nThis event requires booking which can be done through this link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/love-your-river-movement-session-tickets-1997150922170?aff=oddtdtcreator \n\nPart of the Love Your River Day of Action organised by Yorkshire Wildlife Trust. All Love Your River events are free but donations will be welcome to help cover event costs and support the development of the Charter for Yorkshire’s Rivers.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/love-your-rivers-movement-session/
LOCATION:Spark York\, 17-21 Piccadilly\, York\, YO1 9PB
CATEGORIES:Getting Creative,Out In Nature,Try a New Skill
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SUMMARY:Love Your River Bardic Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a captivating evening of words\, music and poetry celebrating the beauty\, power and importance of our rivers. Led by writer and campaigner Amy-Jane Beer and poet Daniel Grimston\, the evening will feature a spellbinding performance from cellist\, singer and poet Sarah Smout. \nBlending live-looped cello soundscapes\, ethereal vocals and evocative poetry\, Sarah creates immersive performances that invite us to pause\, listen and reconnect with the natural world. Together\, the evening will explore our deep connection to rivers and nature and what they mean to us in a time of climate and ecological crisis. \nAge restrictions: 12+ – minors must be accompanied by an adult. A cash bar is available. \nThis event requires booking\, which can be done through this link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/love-your-river-bardic-session-tickets-1997153535988?aff=oddtdtcreator \nPart of the Love Your River Day of Action organised by Yorkshire Wildlife Trust. All Love Your River events are free but donations will be welcome to help cover event costs and support the development of the Charter for Yorkshire’s Rivers.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/love-your-river-bardic-session/
LOCATION:Spark York\, 17-21 Piccadilly\, York\, YO1 9PB
CATEGORIES:Getting Creative,Socials
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261027T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261027T120000
DTSTAMP:20260831T140247Z
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SUMMARY:The rivers and us: stories in motion
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a creative family workshop inspired by York’s rivers\, wildlife and changing environment. \nThrough storytelling\, imagination and performance activities\, families will explore how rivers support nature\, shape communities and contribute to a healthy future. Inspired by themes from the York rivers trail\, participants will create characters\, stories and short performances exploring wildlife\, water\, flooding and life along the river. \nBook here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cityofyorkcouncil1/2364644 \nBooking information: \n\nSuitable for families with children aged 5+. No previous drama or performance experience is required.\nThis workshop is designed for families to participate together. Capacity is limited to 20 people in total\, including both children and accompanying adults. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Activities are designed to encourage family groups to create\, explore and take part together.\nSet within Rowntree Park\, the amphitheatre is near the southern tennis courts and recreation field (Millennium Bridge side).
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/the-rivers-and-us-stories-in-motion/
LOCATION:Rowntree Park\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO23 1JQ
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Getting Creative,Out In Nature,Wheelchair access
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261027T160000
DTSTAMP:20260831T140623Z
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SUMMARY:The rivers and us: future voices
DESCRIPTION:What kind of future do we want for York’s rivers? \nDrawing inspiration from the York rivers trail\, this creative workshop invites young people to explore rivers\, climate resilience\, nature and community through storytelling\, discussion and performance. Participants will develop creative responses\, share their perspectives and consider how individual and collective action can help shape a more sustainable and resilient future for York’s rivers\, communities and natural environment. \nBook your place here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cityofyorkcouncil1/2364683 \nBooking information: \n\nSuitable for young people aged 13+. No previous drama or performance experience is required.\nCapacity is limited to 10 participants to allow time for discussion\, creative development and performance.\nThe workshop is designed for young people aged 13+ to participate independently\, although parents and carers are expected to remain on site.\nSet within Rowntree Park\, the amphitheatre is near the southern tennis courts and recreation field (Millennium Bridge side).
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/the-rivers-and-us-future-voices/
LOCATION:Rowntree Park\, Terry Avenue\, York\, YO23 1JQ
CATEGORIES:Climate Education,Getting Creative,Out In Nature,Wheelchair access
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SUMMARY:The rivers and us: future frames
DESCRIPTION:How might animation help us tell the story of York’s rivers and the challenges they face? Inspired by the York rivers trail\, this creative workshop invites young people to explore climate resilience\, biodiversity\, water and community through animation. Participants will create their own animated responses to environmental challenges and opportunities facing future generations while learning accessible animation techniques and sharing their ideas for York’s future.  \nBook your place here: https://buytickets.at/cityofyorkcouncil1/2364771 \nBooking information: \n\nSuitable for young people aged 13+.\nCapacity is limited to 20 participants. Young people under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult\, although the workshop activities are primarily intended for young people.\nThis workshop requires use of a simple animation app. Participants should bring a smartphone or tablet and will be asked to download an animation app which will then be used throughout the session. This will also allow participants to continue creating animations after the session.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/the-rivers-and-us-future-frames/
LOCATION:Homestead Park Pavillion\, The Homestead\, 40 Water End\, York\, YO30 6WP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Getting Creative,Learning,Out In Nature,Try a New Skill,Wheelchair access
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261028T190000
DTSTAMP:20260901T185328Z
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SUMMARY:York City Nature Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate the incredible wildlife seen in and around York at the Launch of a weeklong visual exhibition at the Norman Rea Gallery on the University of York campus. \nThe exhibition includes photographs of wild animals and plants people took during the York City Nature Challenge\, paintings and drawings showcasing the art of nature journaling\, and brings to light nature-related insights from the Borthwick Archives! There will be sensory journals\, stickers and nature-themed bookmarks too! \nPlease book in advance: https://forms.gle/KxBhDMoS3mfbMrKf8 \nSuitable for ages 5+. \nThe Norman Rea Gallery is on the first floor of Derwent College\, on the Heslington Campus of the University of York.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-city-nature-exhibition/
LOCATION:Norman Rea Gallery\, Derwent College\, University of York\, York\, YO10 5DD
CATEGORIES:Climate Education,Getting Creative,Wheelchair access
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261030T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261030T163000
DTSTAMP:20260902T204128Z
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SUMMARY:Children & families half-term fun environment festival activities!
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Gateway Centre for some family-friend half-term environmental activities! \nThis afternoon features a number of stall holders in central Acomb running environmental-themed activities – Nature crafts\, apple activities\, planting edibles\, inventing a food system – possibly with food-waste snacks\, and a number of other organisations who will be confirmed closer to the time. \nBook online and join us in person – all welcome! Any donations will go towards the cost of the venue hire. \n 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/half-term-fun-environment-festival-activities/
LOCATION:The Gateway Centre\, Front Street\, York\, YO24 3BZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Family-friendly,Food and Drink,Wheelchair access
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