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SUMMARY:Green for Now and for the Future: Eco Fair (Haxby and Wigginton Methodist Church)
DESCRIPTION:North York Church are hosting a series of events across York as part of York Environment Weeks. There are a wide range of activities over a number of sites—talks\, upcycling workshops\, nature trails\, a Repair Café\, a Reflection Space and Lego Church. \nSo much to do and something for everyone! \nMany events are drop-in: just turn up and see what’s going on. \nSome workshops have limited space: please use the Eventbrite links below to book free tickets to the events you wish to attend. \nCome along to Haxby and Wigginton Methodist Church\, between 10:00 and 16:00 on Saturday 21st September and take part in one of these activities: \n  \n\n\nDrop in: Repair Café\n\n10:00 – 16:00\n\nDo your bit to stop us being a throwaway society. Do you have small electrical\, mechanical or wooden items that need repairing? Got clothes to be mended or altered? Does your bike need repairing? Our friendly repair café will help or advise. Have a cuppa and a piece of cake while you wait. Items should be small enough to be carried in. \n  \n\n  \nDrop in: Information Hub\n\n10:00 – 16:00\n\nDrop in to see the Information Hub as part of our other Eco Fair events. Find out the facts about the Climate and Nature Emergency but also see what’s happening locally. Find out some top tips to take action and share your own ideas too. \n  \n\n  \nYork’s Tiny Forest\n\n10:00 – 11:00\n\nVolunteers from Good Gym will explain how they created York’s first community mini Forest using the Miyawaki method. The talk will be around 30 minutes with extra time for Q&A. \nLimited places\, please book in advance: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/yorks-tiny-forest-tickets-965040892287 \n  \n\n  \nCreepy Crawlies & Other Fun Things Along the Foss\n\n14:00 – 15:00\n\nWith the River Foss Society. (Around 30 minutes\, with time for Q&A.) \nA family-friendly look at what can be found in or along the River Foss. What groups are trying to do to improve local biodiversity and what the potential could be for the river. \nLimited places\, please book in advance: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creepy-crawlies-and-other-fun-things-along-the-foss-tickets-999160324427 \n\n\nThe Changing Room Project\n\n15:00 – 16:00\n\nYork City Football Club Foundation talk about their free-cycle scheme for football kit and equipment. The talk will be around 30 minutes with time for Q&A afterwards. \nLimited places\, please book in advance: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-changing-room-project-tickets-965042757867 \n  \n\n  \nAll events are free\, but you’re welcome to make a donation on the day to help cover the cost of putting the event on. \nFor more information on these and other Eco Fair events\, visit our website: www.hwmc.org.uk/ecochurch
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/eco-fair-haxby-and-wigginton/
LOCATION:Haxby and Wigginton Methodist Church\, Haxby and Wigginton Methodist Church Hall\, The Village\, York\, YO32 3YW
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SUMMARY:York Open Eco Homes
DESCRIPTION:Visit one or more local homes that don’t cost the Earth to run. Learn from the hosts’ experiences and find inspiration for your own home. \nYou will see a great variety of energy saving measures\, from draught-proofing and insulation to heat pumps and solar panels. More than 10 homes and an all electric caravan will be opening their doors to visitors over 3 days. \nBook a free tour for one or all! Homes and addresses will be supplied after booking. \nChildren must be accompanied. Book via the link below or contact York Community Energy: \nhttps://buytickets.at/yce
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-open-eco-homes/2024-09-21/
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SUMMARY:Urban River Foss Walk
DESCRIPTION:A look at the wildlife and history of the River Foss as it passes through the city centre\, ending at The Blue Bridge. There will be some steps. \n\nLocation: meet beside the River Foss on Foss Islands Road at the junction with Peaseholme Green and Layerthorpe\nTime: 10:30\nDuration: 1 mile\, 1.5 hours\n\nPlease book a place on this walk at Course List | ontrack: Learner Hub (yorklearning.org.uk) \nThis is one of the many walks put on by York Walking festival\, more information at: \nhttps://www.itravelyork.info/yorkwalkingfestival
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/urban-river-foss-walk/
CATEGORIES:York Walking Festival
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SUMMARY:Green for Now and for the Future: Eco Fair (St Nicholas' Church\, Wigginton)
DESCRIPTION:North York Church are hosting a series of events across York as part of York Environment Weeks. There are a wide range of activities over a number of sites—talks\, upcycling workshops\, nature trails\, a Repair Café\, a Reflection Space and Lego Church. \nSo much to do and something for everyone! \nMany events are drop-in: just turn up and see what’s going on. \nSome workshops have limited space: please use the Eventbrite links below to book free tickets to the events you wish to attend. \nCome along to St Nicholas’ Church\, Wigginton between 11:00 and 16:30 on Saturday 21st September and take part in one of these activities: \n  \n\n\nDrop-in: Second hand clothing with Community Bees\n\n11:00 – 16:30\n\nCommunity Bees are running a second-hand and end-of-line clothing giveaway at the Sustainable Fashion Hub. Give fast fashion the elbow by wearing preloved clothing! \nWhile you are there\, check out the information boards on fast fashion to get some top tips on greening your wardrobe. Children must be accompanied by an adult. \n  \n\n\nWorkshops: Upcycled hair scrunchies\n\n11:00 – 11:50 (for ages 12 – 16 only)\n12:30 – 13:20 (open to all – young children must be accompanied by an adult)\n14:30 – 15:20 – (open to all – young children must be accompanied by an adult)\n\nElevate your outfit and your hair with your very own hand made High-Vis Scrunchie. Turn textiles destined for landfill into an eye-catching\, practical fashion essential. Wear them on your arms for the perfect summer accessory! High-Vis Clothing is notoriously difficult to recycle. ReFactory intercept this waste and turn it into a range of Hi-Vis Festival Accessories. \nLimited places\, please book in advance: \n\n11:00 – 11:50 (ages 12 – 16): https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/upcycled-hair-scrunchies-12-16-yr-olds-tickets-965771266857\n12:30 – 13:20: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/upcycled-hair-scrunchies-tickets-965764637027\n14:30 – 15:20: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/upcycled-hair-scrunchies-tickets-965764637027\n\nPlease note the 11:00 – 11:50 workshop is specifically for young people\, and parents will be required to do a consent form ahead of the event. \n  \n\n\nWorkshop: Learn new stitches to decorate old denim\n\n13:30 – 14:20 (ages 16+ only)\n\nAs part of a Community Arts Project that will be displayed later in the year\, create pieces of decorated denim that will be joined together as part of a piece to encourage people to think about upcycling and repurposing their clothes. Suitable for ages 16+. \nLimited places\, please book in advance: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/community-arts-project-with-york-learning-tickets-965775308947 \n  \n\n\nSustainable Fashion Workshop\n\n15:30 – 16:30 (ages 16+ only)\n\nCome and learn about Sustainable Fashion with York College in this practical workshop. Ages 16+ only. \nLimited places\, please book in advance: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sustainable-fashion-tickets-965780674997 \n  \n\n  \nAll events are free\, but you’re welcome to make a donation on the day to help cover the cost of putting the event on and promote the work of our partner\, Community Bees. \nFor more information on these and other Eco Fair events\, visit our website: www.hwmc.org.uk/ecochurch
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/eco-fair-st-nicholas-wigginton/
LOCATION:St Nicholas Church\, St Nicholas' Church\, Back Lane\, Wigginton\, YO32 2ZH
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SUMMARY:Practical Conservation Volunteer
DESCRIPTION:Practical outdoor volunteer sessions in and around York. Our tasks vary from pond building to tree planting. This is a great chance to learn skills\, make friends and enjoy being outdoors whilst carrying out practical work to help improve places for people and the environment. \nWe are a friendly mixed-age group\, we are an inclusive organisation and there is no knowledge or previous experience needed for you to join in. Note: this activity is only suitable for ages 15+. \nThis event runs every Tuesday\, Wednesday and Thursday\, and during York Environment Weeks we’ll also meet on Sunday 8 September and Sunday 22 September. \nPlease email york@tcv.org.uk to tell us which sessions you are joining. \nOnce you’ve booked\, you can either meet us on-site or at the Tang Hall community centre at 9am. Our minibus can transport up to 8 volunteers to site.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/practical-conservation-volunteer-york/2024-09-22/
LOCATION:Tang Hall Community Centre\, Fifth Ave\, Tang Hall\, York\, York\, YO31 0UG
CATEGORIES:York Opens Green Spaces
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SUMMARY:York Open Eco Homes
DESCRIPTION:Visit one or more local homes that don’t cost the Earth to run. Learn from the hosts’ experiences and find inspiration for your own home. \nYou will see a great variety of energy saving measures\, from draught-proofing and insulation to heat pumps and solar panels. More than 10 homes and an all electric caravan will be opening their doors to visitors over 3 days. \nBook a free tour for one or all! Homes and addresses will be supplied after booking. \nChildren must be accompanied. Book via the link below or contact York Community Energy: \nhttps://buytickets.at/yce
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-open-eco-homes/2024-09-22/
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SUMMARY:Rawcliffe Lake Walk
DESCRIPTION:Rawcliffe Lake Walk \nA walk around Rawcliffe Lake looking at the wildlife and scenery along the route. The route is surfaced without steps and is wheelchair accessible. Organized by iTravel York (City of York Council).  To reach the lake take bus 6 going towards Clifton Moor and get off at the Lakeside Primary School bus stop\, which is adjacent to the lake. \n\nlocation: meet at the entrance to Rawcliffe Lake on Oakdale Drive (near to Lakeside Primary School)\ntime: 10:30am\nduration: 1 mile\, 1.5 hours\n\nThis is one of the many walks put on by York Walking Festival\, more information at: \nhttps://www.itravelyork.info/yorkwalkingfestival
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-lake-to-lake-walk/
LOCATION:Rawcliffe Lake
CATEGORIES:York Walking Festival
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SUMMARY:Explore York's Green Corridors - Guided Cycle Ride to Riccall
DESCRIPTION:This is a mostly traffic-free bike ride at relaxed pace. Discover the Solar System route\, learn how the railway became a Greenway and visit the Riccall Wood Meadow. Assemble on the Butcher Terrace side of Millennium Bridge near gates to Rowntree Park. https://what3words.com/duty.paper.buzz \nBring a picnic or have lunch in one of Riccall’s cafes or pubs. This is an accessible\, traffic-free route suitable for families and all ages who are comfortable with 18 mile return journey. \nA short section in Riccall is on-road\, though riders may dismount. The route is suited for disability adapted cycles. \nNote: this is family-friendly but children under 16 should be accompanied by an adult. Those taking part should be comfortable with 18 mile round trip at easy pace. Please book online. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/explore-yorks-green-corridors-by-bike-to-riccall-along-the-solar-system-greenway-tickets-996352696737?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=1
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/green-corridors-guided-cycle-ride-riccall/
LOCATION:Centre of Millenium Bridge
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SUMMARY:Open Garden at the Nose
DESCRIPTION:Have fun with a variety of family-friendly crafting activities\, as well as exploring our little green oasis. \nPlanet Southbank aims to build a more resilient\, resourceful and connected community\, by doing fun activities which promote sustainability and community. \nOne of our regular activities is growing fruit and veg in a garden we call the Nose – because the plot of land at St Clements Church is pointy\, like a nose! \nChildren very welcome with a parent or carer. \nPlease note the datehas been changed from 15th to 22nd since the printed programmes went to print \n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/open-garden-at-the-nose/
LOCATION:St Clement’s Church\, 15A Scarcroft Rd\, York\, YO23 1NE
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SUMMARY:Green Business Forum: How to be a Standout Brand
DESCRIPTION:York Green Business Forum supports local businesses to become more sustainable\, increase profitability and help York become net zero by 2030. At our ‘How to be a Standout Brand’ event\, businesses will learn how to embed sustainable practices into their operations and how to make their progress public. \nParticipating businesses can access free one-to-one expert advice\, participate in workshops and network with like-minded local organisations. \nPlease book online: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/green-business-forum-how-to-be-a-standout-brand-tickets-995080822527?aff=YEW24
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/green-business-forum-standout-brand/
LOCATION:The Grand\, York\, Station Rise\, York\, YO1 6GD
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