The forest gardening course is underway and has involved good numbers for the last two sessions. Sessions are open, if you would like to come along to future evenings. This event is about using permaculture design principles and will take place in a yurt! email kirsty on amidreaming[at]riseup.net for more
Events
Saturday April 19, 2008
Start: 11:00 am
End: 5:00 pm
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 2:00 pm
Community group Sustainable Chorlton will be taking to the streets of Chorlton to consult the public about what campaigns they care about most in their area.
So if you've got a burning desire to see the trees around Chorlton protected, or want to start up a guerilla gardening society or even if you'd like the local restaurants to curb their use of plastic bottles, this is your chance to have your say!
Sunday April 20, 2008
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 12:59 pm
Get stuck-in helping the Friends of Fletcher Moss and the Wardens to
clear the autumn leaves from Stenner lane. With the trampling of muddy
boots over the past few months, the leaves have turned into a slippery
mush, and we need all the help we can get to make this path passable to
all our visitors again.
Meet: Follow arrows from Simon’s Bridge Car Park
Time: Drop in between 11-3pm, or bring a packed lunch and stay all day!
Nearest Bus Stop: Wilmslow Road
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm
Teams from around the UK compete to win the I Bike MCR Polo Tournament
Thursday April 24, 2008
Start: 8:30 pm
End: 10:20 pm
Manchester City Council to come under
the spotlight on climate change.
Friday April 25, 2008
Start: 9:00 am
End: 9:35 am
Manchester's Critical Commute happens on the last Friday of every month.
The purpose of Critical Commute is:
- to make cycling visible to drivers and demonstrate that it's a viable way to get around;
- if you haven't cycled for a while, it's a chance to enjoy safety in numbers and learn from others who have more experience;
- to have fun.
It is entirely law abiding and does not attempt to stop or slow down traffic.
The starting points are as follows:
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Last Friday of every month. Bike ride around the city to celebrate the bicycle!
Start: 7:00 pm
Start: 25 Apr 2008 - 7:00pm
End: 26 Apr 2008 - 5:00am
Ride to celebrate the bicycle. For
16
years
critical
mass has
happened
in
around
300
cities
in
the
world
on
the
same
time
and
same
day.
Saturday April 26, 2008
End: 5:00 am
Start: 25 Apr 2008 - 7:00pm
End: 26 Apr 2008 - 5:00am
Ride to celebrate the bicycle. For
16
years
critical
mass has
happened
in
around
300
cities
in
the
world
on
the
same
time
and
same
day.
Start: 11:29 am
See our second floor transformed into a green oasis with this exhibition which brings gardening into the gallery! Urban Gardening explores what some people argue is Britain’s finest contribution to the visual arts and certainly the nations most absorbing pastime. The impact of climate change and issues of sustainability will run through the exhibition, tackling the effects of urban sprawl on the ecology of our cities. From the neglected back alley to the high rise tower block, the exhibition will show how green fingers and green thinking can help transform city spaces into urban oases.
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm
A day of celebration of the variety of people and groups that use Platt
Fields, our wonderful multicultural park at the junction of Moss
Side/Fallowfield/Rusholme. In the morning our Annual general meeting
with special guest from the Environment Agency to talk about how we may
manage our geese, other wild bids and fish more effectively to keep the
park looking beautiful; buffet lunch for all visitors (halal food
available); party and opening celebration for 2 excellent and recently
Start: 1:00 pm
The second floor will be transformed into a green oasis with this
exhibition which brings gardening into the gallery! Urban Gardening
explores what some people argue is Britain’s finest contribution to the
visual arts and certainly the nations most absorbing pastime. The impact
of climate change and issues of sustainability will run through the
exhibition, tackling the effects of urban sprawl on the ecology of our
cities. From the neglected back alley to the high rise tower block, the
Sunday April 27, 2008
Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm
Join the Friends of Chorlton Meadows in this litter picking event, part
of the Manchester 100 Days campaign, and uncover the natural beauty of
Chorlton Ees and Ivy Green Local Nature Reserve! Meet: Chorlton Ees Car
Park (end of cobbled road off Brookburn Rd) Nearest Bus
Stop: Barlow Moor Road
Gloves and litter pickers provided.
Sunday May 4, 2008
Start: 10:30 am
End: 5:30 pm
Developed by the Pachamama Alliance and brought to the UK by Be the
Change, the Symposium is a one-day workshop which addresses the linked
issues of social justice, environmental sustainability and spiritual
fulfilment. It is a ‘head and heart’ experience that enables
participants to understand and feel the enormity of the challenge
facing the earth community, as well as the enormous potential available
at this time to realise a better future.
Start: 11:00 am
Developed by the Pachamama Alliance and brought to the UK by Be the
Change, the Symposium is a one-day workshop experience which addresses
the linked issues of social justice, environmental sustainability and
spiritual fulfilment. It is a ‘head and heart’ experience that enables
participants to understand and feel the enormity of the challenge facing
the earth community, as well as the enormous potential available at this
time to realise a better future.
The Symposium is supported by high quality video short films,
Monday May 5, 2008
Start: 1:00 am
End: 7:00 pm
Its time again for the annual Celebrate Festival in Whalley Range!
Enjoy your bank holiday at the Festival with workshops, music, kickboxing, delicious food, stalls, a bouncy castle and much more!!
see http://whalleyrange.org/events.php?action=show_info&event_id=23 for more details or call Chris on 0161 881 3744
Start: 12:30 pm
March to Manchester Town Hall
Rally at the Peace Gardens with speakers. Followed by celebration
event and food in the Friends Meeting House (behind Manchester Central
Library) 2.00 pm - 6.00 pm.
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Saturday May 10, 2008
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 2:30 pm
The AGM of NWTAR will feature speakers Jim Harkins from The Campaign
for Better Transport and Andy Yuille from the Campaign to Protect Rural
England. The meeting will end with a complimentary buffet lunch at
1.30pm.
Our postal address is
c/o Gtr Manchester
Transport Resource Unit
St. Thomas Centre
Ardwick Green North
Manchester M12 6FZ
Sunday May 11, 2008
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm
For inspiration there will be a trip to Bangor Forest Garden which
is 10 years old. Contact Kirsty Heron on 0161 2489224 or via the email
form below. All events free.
Monday May 12, 2008
Start: 8:30 pm
End: 11:30 pm
VEGANISM AND CLIMATE CHANGE
A night of films, food and talks...
Veganism is a climate issue, an animal rights issue and a health issue. Producing one calorie of animal protein requires more than 10 times as much fossil fuel input as a calorie of plant protein. By rearing animals to satisfy our appetite for meat and dairy products, we are harming animals, the planet, future generations and ourselves.
Start: 8:30 pm
End: 11:30 pm
DETOX THE PLANET:
VEGANISM AND CLIMATE CHANGE
A night of films, food and talks...
Veganism is a climate issue, an animal rights issue and a health issue.
Producing one calorie of animal protein requires more than 10 times as
much fossil fuel input as a calorie of plant protein. By rearing animals
to satisfy our appetite for meat and dairy products, we are harming
animals, the planet, future generations and ourselves.
Speakers....
Sunday May 18, 2008
Start: 10:00 am
Start: 18 May 2008 - 10:00am
End: 24 May 2008 - 10:00pm
Choosing a green and ethical investment is a positive decision that allows your money to work hard for you while also having a beneficial impact on society and the environment.
National Ethical Investment Week is a campaign backed by the financial services industry and community groups to encourage investors to consider a green and ethical investment option.
Monday May 19, 2008
(all day)
Start: 18 May 2008 - 10:00am
End: 24 May 2008 - 10:00pm
Choosing a green and ethical investment is a positive decision that allows your money to work hard for you while also having a beneficial impact on society and the environment.
National Ethical Investment Week is a campaign backed by the financial services industry and community groups to encourage investors to consider a green and ethical investment option.
