Past Events
Film: Chasing Ice
7pm,
Organised by The Nottingham Greenpeace network and the Co-op
Photographer James Bolog was uncertain about climate change but after using revolutionary time lapse photography in the Canadian Arctic he changed his mind. This beautiful film compresses into hours what is happening in months and years. This is the biggest problem facing humanity and this film will leave you breathless. The film will be followed by a talk by Colin Baines, campaigns manager for the Co-op and a Q&A session. Drinks and nibbles will be served. The event is free but you do need to register a seat, You can do this online http://s.coop/1thu8 or phoning 01908 361500.
Alternative Economics Seminar
10am - 4pm
United Reformed Church, Hardwick Square East, Buxton
A day of talks and workshops led by experts hosted by Transition Buxton. Addressing questions like:
- Why is the economy in such a mess?
- Is perpetual growth essential?
- Can it be sustainable?
Looking at possible solutions such as:
- Zero Growth
- Steady State Strategy
- Participatory Budgeting
- Local Currencies
FREE but we accept donations
Refreshments provided, ‘bring and share’ lunch
More information or to reserve a place call 07769 627133
www.transitionbuxton.co.uk
Film: Project Wild Thing
8:45pm each day
Broadway Cinema, Nottingham
Filmmaker David Bond thinks Mother Nature needs a helping hand in getting his children’s attention away from the powerful competing demands of the modern world. With no previous marketing experience, he decides to appoint himself the Marketing Director for Nature. Enlisting the help of marketing experts and with zero budget, he sets out to convince apathetic consumers, including his own family, of the benefits of this amazing, free, wonder product.
www.broadway.org.uk/events/film_project_wild_thing
East Midlands Cyclist’s Forum
The Friends Meeting House, Queens Road, Leicester
Organised by the Leicester Cycling Campaign Group
The meeting will include a guided cycle ride in the afternoon. More information from Anna Singleton: anna.singleton@sustrans.org.uk
IPCC Report Discussion
7:30pm
Email rick@care4free.com for location
Organised by Transition New Mills Discussion Group
A discussion of the latest report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change.
IPCC Report Discussion
7:30pm
Email rick@care4free.com for exact location
Organised by Transition New Mills Discussion Group
A discussion of the latest climate change report from the International Panel on Climate Change.
South Derbyshire Funding Fair
3pm-7pm
Oakland Village, Hall Farm Road, Swadlincote, DE11 8LH
An opportunity to meet funders including Awards for All, Big Lottery Fund, Charity Bank and Derbyshire Environmental Trust. For more information contact Eric Clayton on 01283 817415 or ericc@sdcvs.org.uk.
Duncan Clark Talk
6pm
Upper Hall, Victoria Hall Methodist Church, Norfolk St/Chapel Walk, Sheffield, S1 2JB
Duncan Clark, author of The Burning Question is coming to Sheffield to talk about his book.
Apple Day
12pm-4pm
Townfield Barn, Shatton, S33 0BG
Organised by Transition Hope Valley
£2 entry
Apple growing advice, family activities with The National Trust, craft demonstrations, live music. Apple dish with recipe & longest peel competitions, BBQ & Refreshments. Bring your own bottles & apples for juicing.
www.transitionhopevalley.org.uk/apple.html#Apple_day_video
Woodland Ecology and Management Course
10am-4pm
Course Fee £39/ £35/ £20 dependant on income
Learn about the history, ecology and management of woods in the UK through classroom sessions and woodland visits.