Dig for Victory
26 May 2009 — 27 May 2009

Open: 12:00 Close: 16:00
The Dudmaston Estate is promoting self sufficiency and healthy living as part of the National Trust’s Food Glorious Food campaign which aims to create a new generation of grow it yourselfers’.

Dudmaston Hall
Quatt
Bridgnorth
Shropshire

Dig for Victory event.

Phone: 01746 780866
www​.virtual​-shropshire​.co​.uk

Eco Design Fair — West
20 June
Westbourne

This Summer the wonderfully original Eco Design Fair returns with an event in Westbourne Grove on 20th June

Some of the most forward-thinking designer-makers and who produce a host of design-led, sustainable lifestyle products will be selling fashion, footwear, alternative technology, home accessories, natural bodycare, jewellery, baby goods, toys, books, greetings cards and gifts. Organic food and drink available.

Live music. Recycled art workshop for all.

The purpose of these events is to promote and sell products that contain an element of sustainable design and/or are ethically produced.

louise kamara
email info@​ecodesignfair.​co.​uk
tel 07956916079
www​.ecodesignfair​.co​.uk

Eco Design Fair ñ East.
27–28 June
London

This Summer the wonderfully original Eco Design Fair returns with an event on 27th and 28th June in Dray Walk Gallery (The Old Truman Brewery)

Some of the most forward-thinking designer-makers and who produce a host of design-led, sustainable lifestyle products will be selling fashion, footwear, alternative technology, home accessories, natural bodycare, jewellery, baby goods, toys, books, greetings cards and gifts. Organic food and drink available.
Green Policies

Live music. Recycled art workshop for all.

The purpose of these events is to promote and sell products that contain an element of sustainable design and/or are ethically produced.
louise kamara
email info@​ecodesignfair.​co.​uk
tel 07956916079
www​.ecodesignfair​.co​.uk

Eco Design — Recycling Party Special

Multi-media evening with fashion, design, speakers, music, DJ’s, workshops, organic drinks and food.
Green Policies

he purpose of these events is to promote products that contain an element of sustainable design and/or are ethically produced.

www​.ecodesignfair​.co​.uk

Energy Doctor Surgery — Late Service
28 May, 5-7pm
Green Living Centre, 222 Upper Street, N1 1XR

Visit the doctor for personalised information on how you can save energy to save money at home. Free. No need to book, just drop in.

The Recycling Q and A
3 June, 6.30–8.30pm
Green Living Centre, 222 Upper Street, N1 1XR

Ever wondered what happens to your recycling? Come and learn about the council’s recycling policies and have all your questions answered. A presentation will be given at the start of the session. Refreshments will be available. Free. Booking essential.

To book a place, please call 0207 527 4462 or email greenliving@​islington.​gov.​uk

Beginner’s Organic Gardening Workshops
6 June, 11-1pm
Islington Ecology Centre, 191 Drayton Park, N5 1PH

Get started growing your own salads and herbs in containers. No experience required. All materials provided.
The event is free to attend but only 15 spaces available so booking is essential.

Call 020 7527 4462 or email greenliving@​islington.​gov.​uk

From Saturday 13th June it is ‘Bike Week’ — Read on for their latest events.

Dr Bike
13 June12-5pm
N1 Centre, Upper Street N1

Come along for a free bike check and information on cycling locally including free cycle maps.

For more information contact Alison Dines on 020 7226 7012 alisondines@​clara.​co.​uk

Cyclists’ Breakfast & Dr Bike
16 June 7.30–9.30am
At the junction between City Road & Goswell Road

Join them for a free breakfast & bike check at the junction between City Road and Goswell Road opposite Colebrook Row .
No booking necessary.

For more information contact Alison Dines on 020 7226 7012 alisondines@​clara.​co.​uk

Commuters Cool Down
18June 5.30–7.30pm
Highbury Corner, N1

Stop for fruit cocktails & snacks after work, get some local cycling information & a free bike check

For more information contact Alison Dines on 020 7226 7012 alisondines@​clara.​co.​uk

Cyclists’ Picnic
19 June 6-8pm
Highbury Fields, N5

Bring your own food & drink & start the weekend meeting other local cyclists

For more information contact Alison Dines on 020 7226 7012 alisondines@​clara.​co.​uk

Pro-Active Sports and Cycling Festival
20 June 12.00−18.00
Podium of the Arsenal (Emirates) Stadium

A fun-packed day of inspirational sports and cycling activities for
One of the highlights of the festival is the fantastic Cycling Zone which includes crazy bikes tryout and flatland BMX stunt riders.

There is no need to book, just turn up on the day. For full details of all the activities on offer, contact Islington Council on 020 7527 4354

Energy Doctor Surgery — Late Service
25 June, 5-7pm
Green Living Centre, 222 Upper Street, N1 1XR

Visit the doctor for personalised information on how you can save energy to save money at home. Free. No need to book, just drop in.

July 2009

Launch of Sustainable DIY course
13 July 2009 (then the 2nd Monday of each month until Monday 14 June 2010), 7-9pm
Green Living Centre, 222 Upper Street, N1 1XR

This 12-part course will cover a different aspect of sustainable DIY each week, through practical and theoretical sessions. The launch will explain the course content as well as giving an overview of the subject and will feature inspirational case studies of sustainable renovation. Free. Only 25 places available, booking essential.

To book a place, please call 0207 527 4462 or email greenliving@​islington.​gov.​uk

What’s in a water bottle?
14 July, 5-8pm
Green Living Centre, 222 Upper Street, N1 1XR

This event explores the hidden impacts of water use. Free. Aimed at adults. Only 25 spaces available so booking is essential.

To book a place, please call 0207 527 4462 or email greenliving@​islington.​gov.​uk

Planting for butterflies and bees
15 July, 4-6pm
Islington Ecology Centre, 191 Drayton Park, N5 1PH

The mosaic of gardens across London acts as a massive urban nature reserve’, but these areas are disappearing fast. Join us to plant a container with nectar rich plants that you can take home and make a big difference to bees and butterflies. Free. Suitable for young people accompanied by parents/guardians. Bookings essential.

To book a place, please call 0207 527 4462 or email ecologycentre@​islington.​gov.​uk

Energy Doctor Surgery — Late Service
16 July, 5-7pm
Green Living Centre, 222 Upper Street, N1 1XR

Visi
t the doctor for personalised information on how you can save energy to save money at home. Free. No need to book, just drop in.

Re-usable water bottle and save-a-flush giveaway
13–17 July, 9-5pm
Green Living Centre, 222 Upper Street, N1 1XR

A re-usable drinking water bottle filled with tap water is much better for the environment and your pocket than bottled water. Putting a save-a-flush bag in your loo will save 1 litre of water every time you flush — make these small changes to make a big difference. Free. No need to book, just drop in.

Bee and butterfly friendly plant sale
13–19 July, 10-4pm
Islington Ecology Centre, 191 Drayton Park, N5 1PH

Come and buy nectar rich plants for your garden or window box, try and buy local honey, and ask our biodiversity experts for advice on making small changes that will make a big difference to wildlife. Free. No need to book, just drop in.