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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261013T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261013T100000
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SUMMARY:York Climate Ambassadors
DESCRIPTION:In this online session\, we will go through the Department for Education funded Climate Ambassadors programme and how our volunteers support their local education settings take climate action and be more sustainable. \nThis session will primarily be aimed at groups or individuals wanting to join our network of volunteers however\, people already working in or supporting nurseries\, schools and colleges are also welcome. \nSuitable for ages 18+. \nPlease book onto the event using this form link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/uKDVgv8JKk
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-climate-ambassadors/
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Sustainable Living
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LOCATION:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/york-climate-ambassadors/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261013T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261013T200000
DTSTAMP:20260831T143339Z
CREATED:20260831T143339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T143339Z
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SUMMARY:Water and us: simple actions for healthier rivers
DESCRIPTION:York’s rivers connect our communities\, support wildlife and shape the city’s future. This interactive discussion will explore practical actions residents can take\, from planting and rain gardens to water butts\, depaving and sustainable drainage. \nInspired by the York rivers trail and its wider “The rivers and us” programme\, the event will consider how local action can support biodiversity\, climate resilience and healthier rivers for future generations. \nBook your free place here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cityofyorkcouncil1/2364848
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/water-and-us-simple-actions-for-healthier-rivers/
LOCATION:West Offices\, West Offices\, Station Rise\, York\, YO1 6GA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Education,Wheelchair access
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261013T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261013T210000
DTSTAMP:20260829T201732Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T201732Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261014T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261014T193000
DTSTAMP:20260830T191205Z
CREATED:20260830T191205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T191205Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Battlefield: Ecocide in Ukraine
DESCRIPTION:Explore the environmental consequences of the Russo-Ukrainian war through the lens of ecocide and restorative justice. Drawing on personal experience and research\, Kateryna Minakova examines the impact of conflict on landscapes\, wildlife\, and communities\, and discusses pathways to environmental recovery and accountability. \nPerfect for nature lovers\, students\, researchers\, sustainability professionals\, and anyone interested in Ukraine\, conservation\, and environmental justice. \nSuitable for ages 16+.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/beyond-the-battlefield-ecocide-in-ukraine/
CATEGORIES:Climate Education,Climate Justice
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LOCATION:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/beyond-the-battlefield-ecocide-in-ukraine/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261014T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260901T185054Z
CREATED:20260829T202352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T185054Z
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SUMMARY:Could York be a National Park City?
DESCRIPTION:What if York could become a National Park City? How would being a National Park City influence the way people in York experience work\, play and travel?  \nThis event invites anyone interested in these questions to shape the path we collectively take towards the bold idea of establishing York as one of the next globally-recognised National Park Cities! \nCome with questions and ideas\, and learn about the National Park City movement! \nSuitable for ages 12+. \nBooking is required for this event and can be done through the following link: https://forms.gle/vYvPvUqHPbavx7zY8
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/could-york-be-a-national-park-city/
LOCATION:West Offices\, West Offices\, Station Rise\, York\, YO1 6GA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Blue badge parking,Building Sustainably,Sustainable Living,Wheelchair access
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261014T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261014T210000
DTSTAMP:20260902T205401Z
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SUMMARY:How will extreme heat change our lives?
DESCRIPTION:Following the extreme heat\, lack of rain and wildfires this summer\, Jan Selby\, Professor of International Politics and Climate Change at the University of Leeds\, will explain the science behind the changes to our weather and introduce a discussion on what we can do about the impacts. \nWe’d really welcome participation from organisations or individuals who work with vulnerable people or who offer solutions to help us adapt our homes\, buildings and public spaces. \nJoin us in person at Spark (in the Show Room on the first floor) – no booking needed. \nThis is event is most suitable for ages 14+\, but all are welcome!
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/how-will-extreme-heat-change-lives/
LOCATION:Spark York\, 17-21 Piccadilly\, York\, YO1 9PB
CATEGORIES:Climate Education,Wheelchair access
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261015T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261015T223000
DTSTAMP:20260902T203412Z
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SUMMARY:What would a community-supported farm bring to York? Ways to address local food and climate resilience
DESCRIPTION:What would a community-supported farm bring to York? \nLearn about ways to address local food & climate resilience with community-supported agriculture. This event will include a facilitated panel discussion\, and audience Q&A\, to learn about community supported agriculture. \nBook online and join us at Bluebird Bakery in Acomb. All are welcome!
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/what-would-community-supported-farm-bring-to-york/
LOCATION:Bleubird Bakery\, 201 Acomb Road\, York\, YO24 4HD
CATEGORIES:Building Sustainably,Climate Education,Food and Drink,Sustainable Living,Wheelchair access
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261016T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261016T113000
DTSTAMP:20260902T220852Z
CREATED:20260902T220852Z
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SUMMARY:Small Hands - Meaningful Moments
DESCRIPTION:For parents with babies\, toddlers and children in primary school this is an opportunity to see how nature play can inspire your child to connect with nature\, with free flow play activities in the garden and meet Natalie from Evergreen Park Exploring to get your top tips! The nappy library will be there so you can see how reusable nappies are easy and fun! Find out what’s going on in your local area and enjoy good coffee & cake at the cafe run by Acomb Methodist Church. \nJoin us at Acomb Methodist Church\, no booking needed. Suitable for babies to children aged 11.
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/small-hands-meaningful-moments/
LOCATION:Acomb Methodist Church\, Front Street\, Acomb\, York\, YO24 3BX
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,In The Garden,Sustainable Living,Wheelchair access
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261016T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261016T150000
DTSTAMP:20260829T204058Z
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Rawcliffe! - Party in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, York Cares hosts a Big Community Challenge – four weeks of volunteering delivered by our ECO Team partners and volunteers from across York. This year\, our challenge is ‘Ready\, Set\, Rawcliffe!‘\, and focuses on making Rawcliffe Country Park a more sustainable\, more enjoyable\, place for residents and visitors of our city to enjoy. On the final day\, we’ll be hosting a ‘celebration’ event to inaugurate the park\, and show people how unique and vital a green space Rawcliffe is for York.\n \nJoin us to cut the ribbon on a new\, improved Rawcliffe Country Park! There will be music\, food\, activities – and you can try out our new ‘soundwalk’ trail of Rawcliffe. No booking needed\, just turn up! \nRead more about the project here: https://www.yorkcares.co.uk/about/blog/ready-set-rawcliffe-announcing-our-big-community-challenge-2026/
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/ready-set-rawcliffe-party-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Rawcliffe Country Park\, Rawcliffe\, York\, YO30 5RX
CATEGORIES:Family-friendly,Socials,Wheelchair access
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261017T130000
DTSTAMP:20260829T211902Z
CREATED:20260829T211827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T211902Z
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SUMMARY:York! Get to grips with the Ecological Crisis @ Homestead Park
DESCRIPTION:The Biodiversity Collage is a visual\, interactive\, and accessible workshop that aims to raise awareness around the ecological crisis. It is based on the 2019 IPBES report from the UN. The collaborative workshop invites participants to share their knowledge while making this important scientific report fun and accessible. \nDuring this workshop\, you will discover key concepts around biodiversity\, the interactions with human activities and the threats caused by its destruction. \nFind us at: Homestead Park Pavillion. The Homestead\, 40 Water End York YO30 6WP \nwhat3words.com/flips.nurses.renew (find out more about what3words) \nSuitable for ages 14+. Book online: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/york-get-to-grips-with-the-ecological-crisis-homestead-park-tickets-1544004702629?aff=oddtdtcreator \n 
URL:https://yorkenvironmentfestival.org.uk/event/get-to-grips-with-the-ecological-crisis/
LOCATION:Homestead Park Pavillion\, The Homestead\, 40 Water End\, York\, YO30 6WP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Climate Education,Wheelchair access
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261018T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260902T213855Z
CREATED:20260902T213855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T213855Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261018T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260902T213736Z
CREATED:20260902T213505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T213736Z
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SUMMARY:Love Your River: The Confluence of the Rivers
DESCRIPTION:Dress up in celebration of rivers and bring if you can a small sample of your home river or beck (no more than 100ml) for a ceremonial blending of the waters. The gathering will then make a short procession to the centre of York. \nThe idea is to create a bit of a public spectacle and catch the eye of the press to help raise awareness about the state of Yorkshire’s rivers. \nBooking is not required for this event\, just turn up! \nAge restrictions: 12+\, minors must be accompanied by an adult. \nThis event will take place on the banks of the River Ouse\, next to Tower Gardens. \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-river-confluence-of-the-rivers/
LOCATION:Tower Gardens\, York\, YO1
CATEGORIES:Out In Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261018T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261018T203000
DTSTAMP:20260902T212428Z
CREATED:20260902T212348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T212428Z
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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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