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Course in Allotments and Organic Gardening in Bristol
Posted on November 3, 2011 | No Comments[ February 22, 2012; 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. ] City & Guilds Certificate in Organic Gardening Course to start: 22nd February 2012 Days and Times: Wednesdays 6.30-9.00pm (Theory) Saturdays 9-11.30am (Practicals) Duration: 14 Wednesday evenings and 6 Saturday mornings (tba) Site: City Of Bristol College, Ashley Down Centre, Ashley Down Rd., and Ashley Vale allotments near St. Werburghs City Farm. Description: A modular course covering all aspects of organic [...] -
Opportunity for businesses to learn more about Bristol Independents and Bristol Pound!
Posted on February 11, 2012 | No Comments[ February 23, 2012; 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. ] Here’s your opportunity to learn more about two local community based initiatives, the Bristol Independents campaign (see www.bristolindependents.co.uk (link)) and the Bristol Pound (www.bristolpound.org (link)). Both projects are aimed at supporting Bristol’s independent businesses. Come to a presentation on both of these projects from 6.30pm to 8pm on 23 February at the Council House, [...] -
Bristol Energy Network meeting 23 February
Posted on January 19, 2012 | No Comments[ February 23, 2012; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] 23rd February 2012, Hamilton House 7-9pm The first BEN meeting of 2012 will continue in the established formula from last year – a relaxed and friendly atmosphere with progressive debate and, of course, an action orientation. The meeting will feature three distinct sections: News and progress from the four local LEAF scheme winners, possibly more if we keep [...] -
Clearing the Air Together – Air Pollution and Infrastructure Development
Posted on February 7, 2012 | No Comments[ February 29, 2012; 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Date: Wednesday 29th February 2012 Time: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm Venue: Armada House, Telephone Avenue, Bristol BS1 4BQ The Environmental Law Foundation invites you to a free public information event and workshop. THIS IS A FREE NON-POLITICAL EVENT!!! Our upcoming event in Bristol aims to consider how air quality is considered in planning and educate participants in how [...] -
Rethink Work event at Hydra Books
Posted on January 16, 2012 | No Comments[ February 29, 2012; 7:30 pm; ] Discussion 7.30pm 29th February 2012 Hydra Books, 34 Old Market Street Ever questioned how many hours you work? What would do if you had more free time? This is an open discussion about how we use and value time and work. We will explore the potential for sharing work and income and the effects this could have on the environment, [...] -
Bristol Seed Swap 2012!
Posted on February 6, 2012 | No Comments[ March 10, 2012; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Saturday 10th March 12 – 4pm Easton Community Centre, Kilburn St, Easton, BS5 6AW Far more than seeds! Music, stalls, talks, workshops, plant sales, films, tea, cake and lunch, and quite possibly, some fun... Bristol's 8th annual seed swap and green fair is open to everyone from wannabe gardeners to experienced pros - and anyone aiming for a more sustainable life. Come [...] -
New Victorian terrace House exhibit now in the Create Gallery!
Posted on January 23, 2012 | No Comments[ February 18, 2012; 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. March 17, 2012; 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] PLUS free Saturday advice sessions 17 March Urban Design Build's large scale model of a cross section of a Victorian terrace house (recently exhibited at Grand Designs Birmingham) is now on show at Create. A series of activities and practical demonstrations exploring issues related to refurbishing a solid wall terrace property will take place based on [...] -
Bristol Green Doors March 17-18!
Posted on February 16, 2012 | No Comments[ March 17, 2012; 12:00 pm; March 18, 2012; 6:00 pm; ] We are really excited at how the March 17-18th event is developing. http://www.bristolgreendoors.org/events/march-2012 We have over 40 homes participating from across the city. 15,000 map booklets are being distributed now and look great (see below). Thanks to Stu at Shoe Design Creative for all your patience. http://www.shoedesigncreative.com/ We had a great householder and volunteer Welcome event last [...] -
Volunteer event stewards wanted for Bristol Green Doors 17-18 March 2012!
Posted on November 15, 2011 | No Comments[ March 17, 2012; 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. March 18, 2012; 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] We’re excited to announce that we now have 40 homes around Bristol taking part in our next open homes weekend on 17th and 18th March 2012. Homes will open all around the city and in surrounding areas including Portishead and Keynsham. So please put the date in your diary and visit www.bristolgreendoors.org for more information! We [...] -
Next Full Permaculture Design Course 5 January to 29th March 2012
Posted on October 6, 2011 | No Comments[ January 5, 2011; 6:45 pm to 9:30 pm. March 29, 2012; 6:45 pm to 9:30 pm. ] From the Sarah Pugh Permaculture website (link): NEXT COURSE STARTS JANUARY 2012. Booking forms available from 1st October 2012 Bristol Full Design Course January 5th to March 29th 2012 at St Werburghs Community Centre, Bristol. The Permaculture Full Design course is spread over 13 weeks with 12 evening sessions with a 1 week half term holiday. Evening sessions [...] -
CSE Training Events for local community energy groups
Posted on January 30, 2012 | No Comments[ February 21, 2012; 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. March 31, 2012; 10:00 am to 2:30 pm. ] From the Centre for Sustainable Energy website (link): CSE has launched a series of free* training events aimed at equipping community groups across Somerset and the former Avon area with the information and knowledge to launch their own energy project. Forthcoming events will appear on this page and be updated as new courses are scheduled. Tuesday, 21 [...] -
Love Food presents Spring Festival 31 March-1 April!
Posted on February 20, 2012 | No Comments[ March 31, 2012; 10:30 am to 6:00 pm. April 1, 2012; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Saturday 31st March and Sunday 1st April 2012 Brunel’s Old Station, Temple Meads, Bristol Entry: Adults - £2.50 Concessions - £1.50 Children - Free http://www.lovefoodfestival.com/spring.html A Taste of Spring. Love Food have released a taster of what visitors can expect at this year’s ‘Spring Festival’. The biggest event of the Love Food calendar is now in its third year and [...]
![Course in Allotments and Organic Gardening in Bristol [ February 22, 2012; 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. ] City & Guilds Certificate in Organic Gardening
Course to start: 22nd February 2012
Days and Times: Wednesdays 6.30-9.00pm (Theory) Saturdays 9-11.30am (Practicals)
Duration: 14 Wednesday evenings and 6 Saturday mornings (tba)
Site: City Of Bristol College, Ashley Down Centre, Ashley Down Rd., and Ashley Vale allotments near St. Werburghs City Farm.
Description: A modular course covering all aspects of organic [...]](http://www.transitionbristol.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/3-115x115.gif)
![Opportunity for businesses to learn more about Bristol Independents and Bristol Pound! [ February 23, 2012; 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. ] Here’s your opportunity to learn more about two local community based initiatives, the Bristol Independents campaign (see www.bristolindependents.co.uk (link)) and the Bristol Pound (www.bristolpound.org (link)). Both projects are aimed at supporting Bristol’s independent businesses.
Come to a presentation on both of these projects from 6.30pm to 8pm on 23 February at the Council House, [...]](http://www.transitionbristol.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/cornstreet11-115x115.jpg)
![Bristol Energy Network meeting 23 February [ February 23, 2012; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] 23rd February 2012,
Hamilton House
7-9pm
The first BEN meeting of 2012 will continue in the established formula from last year – a relaxed and friendly atmosphere with progressive debate and, of course, an action orientation.
The meeting will feature three distinct sections:
News and progress from the four local LEAF scheme winners, possibly more if we keep [...]](http://www.transitionbristol.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/banner-115x115.gif)
![Rethink Work event at Hydra Books [ February 29, 2012; 7:30 pm; ] Discussion
7.30pm 29th February 2012
Hydra Books, 34 Old Market Street
Ever questioned how many hours you work?
What would do if you had more free time?
This is an open discussion about how we use and value time and work. We will explore the potential for sharing work and income and the effects this could have on the environment, [...]](http://www.transitionbristol.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/oldmarketriot31-115x115.jpg)
![Bristol Seed Swap 2012! [ March 10, 2012; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Saturday 10th March
12 – 4pm
Easton Community Centre,
Kilburn St, Easton, BS5 6AW
Far more than seeds!
Music, stalls, talks, workshops, plant sales, films, tea, cake and lunch, and quite possibly, some fun...
Bristol's 8th annual seed swap and green fair is open to everyone from wannabe gardeners to experienced pros - and anyone aiming for a more sustainable life.
Come [...]](http://www.transitionbristol.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/4457162289_d3c4e57b07_o-115x115.jpg)
![New Victorian terrace House exhibit now in the Create Gallery! [ February 18, 2012; 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. March 17, 2012; 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] PLUS free Saturday advice sessions 17 March
Urban Design Build's large scale model of a cross section of a Victorian terrace house (recently exhibited at Grand Designs Birmingham) is now on show at Create. A series of activities and practical demonstrations exploring issues related to refurbishing a solid wall terrace property will take place based on [...]](http://www.transitionbristol.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/victorian-terrace-london-credit-lg_A2-115x115.jpg)
![Bristol Green Doors March 17-18! [ March 17, 2012; 12:00 pm; March 18, 2012; 6:00 pm; ] We are really excited at how the March 17-18th event is developing. http://www.bristolgreendoors.org/events/march-2012
We have over 40 homes participating from across the city. 15,000 map booklets are being distributed now and look great (see below). Thanks to Stu at Shoe Design Creative for all your patience. http://www.shoedesigncreative.com/
We had a great householder and volunteer Welcome event last [...]](http://www.transitionbristol.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/planet-bristol-header-115x105.png)
![Volunteer event stewards wanted for Bristol Green Doors 17-18 March 2012! [ March 17, 2012; 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. March 18, 2012; 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] We’re excited to announce that we now have 40 homes around Bristol taking part in our next open homes weekend on 17th and 18th March 2012. Homes will open all around the city and in surrounding areas including Portishead and Keynsham.
So please put the date in your diary and visit www.bristolgreendoors.org for more information!
We [...]](http://www.transitionbristol.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/House-montage-small-115x115.jpg)
![Next Full Permaculture Design Course 5 January to 29th March 2012 [ January 5, 2011; 6:45 pm to 9:30 pm. March 29, 2012; 6:45 pm to 9:30 pm. ] From the Sarah Pugh Permaculture website (link):
NEXT COURSE STARTS JANUARY 2012. Booking forms available from 1st October 2012
Bristol Full Design Course January 5th to March 29th 2012 at St Werburghs Community Centre, Bristol.
The Permaculture Full Design course is spread over 13 weeks with 12 evening sessions with a 1 week half term holiday. Evening sessions [...]](http://www.transitionbristol.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/IMG_2825-115x115.jpg)
![Love Food presents Spring Festival 31 March-1 April! [ March 31, 2012; 10:30 am to 6:00 pm. April 1, 2012; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Saturday 31st March and Sunday 1st April 2012
Brunel’s Old Station, Temple Meads, Bristol
Entry: Adults - £2.50 Concessions - £1.50 Children - Free
http://www.lovefoodfestival.com/spring.html
A Taste of Spring.
Love Food have released a taster of what visitors can expect at this year’s ‘Spring Festival’. The biggest event of the Love Food calendar is now in its third year and [...]](http://www.transitionbristol.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Love-Food-Spring-Festival-1-115x115.jpg)