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May 2017 in Transition
StandardHello Transitioners!
This month we have lots going on with the TTR AGM, Repair Cafe and we’re organising a talk on Climate Change!
It was decided at the last steering group meeting that unless more people come forward to help at the AGM, TTR will go into a dormant holding role with only a few meetings per year and no monthly emails. So if you like these emails or would prefer a larger presence from TTR, and you feel you have the time, please consider coming forward to help at the AGM or reply to this email to let us know.
Other notices this month include a chance to help run Repair Cafe from next year and we recommend getting to Reading Green Drinks for some environmentally themed socialising.
Here’s a summary of what’s on:
In Transition:
TTR AGM – Thursday 18 May
Repair Cafe – Sunday 20 May
Climate change: The Opportunity talk – Thursday 25 May
Repair Cafe coordinator(s) needed for 2018
Around Reading:
Reading Green Drinks – Tuesday 2 May
Transition Town Reading AGM: Thursday 18th May, 7.30pm
The Transition Town Reading AGM will be held in Room 3 at RISC on Thursday, 18th May at 7.30pm. The event will be informal with general discussion and food – please bring along something to share.
Most importantly, this is where new Steering Group members, i.e. Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, Communications Officer, are elected. Critically we do not currently have a Secretary or a Communications Officer. As mentioned above, it was decided at the last steering group meeting that unless people come forward to help with these roles, TTR will go into a dormant holding role with only a few meetings per year and no monthly emails. So if you like these emails or would prefer a larger presence from TTR, and you feel you have the time, please consider coming forward to help at the AGM or reply to this email to let us know.
If anyone feels they would like to lend their support to the group in any of the Steering Group roles, now is your chance! To find out more about the roles email the steering group at steeringgroup@transitionreading.org.uk
Repair Cafe at rLab, (C1 Weldale St, RG1 7BX) : Sunday 21 May, 12-4.30pm
Repair Cafe this month is at rLab (C1 Weldale St, RG1 7BX) on the usual 3rd Sunday of the month (21 May). Bring along your broken items to be re-cycled, refreshed and refurbished! Throw it away? NO WAY! Bring it to Repair Cafe! Also if you have your own creative project (e.g. sewing, knitting, Raspberry Pi) you’re welcome to bring them along to work on!
Repairs include:
Electronics
IT
Mechanical items
Toys
Sewing, clothing and fabrics
Tool sharpening
Bikes – Reading Bicycle Kitchen will be there!
In fact, if it’s broken, bring it along and our team of ready repairers will give it a go!
Home made cake, tea and coffee all in plentiful supply.
Everything is free but donations are very welcome to help keep repair cafe (and homemade cake!) going.
If you’d like more information contact us at repaircafe@transitionreading.org.uk and see our website for details of future events www.readingrepaircafe.org.uk
“Climate Change: The Opportunity”: Thursday 25th May, 7.30-9.30pm, RISC Main Hall (35-39 London St, RG1 4PS)
We are holding a talk on Thursday 25th May at 7.30pm in the Main Hall at RISC entitled “Climate Change: The Opportunity” where Dr Robert Hutchison, founder of Winchester Action on Climate Change, will talk about what we as citizens can do in response to the crisis facing our planet. The talk will be followed by a chance for questions and discussion.
Free event, donations welcome. Let us know you’re coming here https://www.facebook.com/events/1293230750724583/
Repair Cafe coordinator(s) needed for 2018
Rachel and I will be looking to step down as Repair Cafe coordinators from the end of the year. We are looking for new coordinator(s) to get involved in as much of this year as possible and taking over from next year. If you’re interested and would like to find out more then contact us at repaircafe@transitionreading.org.uk
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Reading Green Drinks, Tuesday 2 May, 6:30pm at Global Cafe, RISC
If you work in the green or ethical sector or just have a passion for those issues,
GreenDrinks is for you.
Come along to the Global Café from 6.30 to 8.30pm to meet like-minded people for a chat over a drink or two.
There’s no need to book – just turn up on the evening. But if you’d like to sign up for monthly meeting reminders, email the local co-ordinator, Kathryn McCann, at kathryn@katcreative.co.uk. For more details see http://www.greendrinks.org/berkshire/reading
April 2017 in Transition
StandardHello Transitioners!
We hope April is showering you with sunshine and joy! This month Repair Cafe is at a new venue – New Hope Centre and it’s on a Saturday! We also have our usual monthly meeting where in particular we will be discussing the future of Transition. Unfortunately for a sustainability themed organisation, we’re not very sustainable with one or two steering group members doing the work of four people! So we need to decide how we are to proceed and in particular how this will affect our AGM in May.
Other notices this month include dates for your diaries for TTR events in May, and a chance to help run Repair Cafe from next year.
Around Reading there’s Reading Green Drinks for some environmentally themed socialising and Bean Pole Day for local woodland and wildlife fun times.
Here’s a summary of what’s on:
In Transition:
TTR Meeting – Wednesday 19 April
Repair Cafe – Saturday 22 April
Save the date – TTR AGM on 18 May
Save another date – Climate change: The Opportunity talk on 25 May
Repair Cafe coordinator(s) needed for 2018
Around Reading:
Reading Green Drinks – Tuesday 4 April
Bean Pole Day – Saturday 22 April
Transition Town Reading
Come along and discuss all things Transition Town Reading over a pint of beer or cup of tea at the Great Expectation pub (33 London St, Reading RG1 4PS). We can usually be found in the library room or the Christmas room on the left or right hand side as you enter the pub.
This meeting we’ll be particularly discussing the future of Transition Town Reading and re-usable cups.
Repair Cafe at New Hope Centre, (95 York Road, RG1 8DU) : Saturday 22 April, 12-4.30pm
Repair Cafe this month is at New Hope Centre (95 York Road, RG1 8DU) and it’s on a *Saturday*
Bring along your broken items to be re-cycled, refreshed and refurbished! Throw it away? NO WAY! Bring it to Repair Cafe! Also if you have your own creative project (e.g. sewing, knitting, Raspberry Pi) you’re welcome to bring them along to work on!
Repairs include:
Electronics
IT
Mechanical items
Toys
Sewing, clothing and fabrics
**(Tool sharpening will be at Bean Pole Day – see below)**
In fact, if it’s broken, bring it along and our team of ready repairers will give it a go!
Home made cake, tea and coffee all in plentiful supply.
Everything is free but donations are very welcome to help keep repair cafe (and homemade cake!) going.
If you’d like more information contact us at repaircafe@
Save the date: Transition Town Reading AGM on 18th May
The Transition Town Reading AGM will be held in Room 3 at RISC on Thursday, 18th May at 7.30pm, save the date!
Most importantly, this is where new Steering Group members, i.e. Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, Communications Officer, are elected.
If anyone feels they would like to lend their support to the group in any of these roles, now is your chance! To find out more about the roles email the steering group at steeringgroup@
Save another date: “Climate Change: The Opportunity” talk on 25th May
We are holding a talk on Thursday 25th May at 7.30pm in the Main Hall at RISC entitled “Climate Change: The Opportunity” where Dr Robert Hutchison, founder of Winchester Action on Climate Change, will talk about what we as citizens can do in response to the crisis facing our planet. The talk will be followed by a chance for questions and discussion.
Repair Cafe coordinator(s) needed for 2018
Rachel and I will be looking to step down as Repair Cafe coordinators from the end of the year. We are looking for new coordinator(s) to get involved in as much of this year as possible and taking over from next year. If you’re interested and would like to find out more then contact us at repaircafe@transitionreading.
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Reading Green Drinks, Tuesday 4 April, 6:30pm at Global Cafe, RISC
If you work in the green or ethical sector or just have a passion for those issues,
GreenDrinks is for you.
Come along to the Global Café from 6.30 to 8.30pm to meet like-minded people for a chat over a drink or two.
There’s no need to book – just turn up on the evening. But if you’d like to sign up for monthly meeting reminders, email the local co-ordinator, Kathryn McCann, at kathryn@katcreative.co.uk. For more details see http://www.greendrinks.
Bean Pole Day, Saturday 22 April, 10am – 3pm at Caversham Court, RG4 7AD
Promoting local woodland products and wildlife friendly gardening.
Bean Poles and Pea Sticks, Plants, Tool Sharpening, Recycled Timber Products, Reconditioned Tools, Willow Products, Handmade Walking Sticks.
Children’s Activities with ‘nature nurture’.
Stalls representing a variety of local organisations including RSPB, BBOWT, Reading and District Beekeepers, Traidcraft, Food4Families, Reading Natural History Society, Reading Urban Wildlife Group, Friends of the Earth, Friends of Harris Gardens, Motor Neurone Disease Society, Reading Tree Wardens, Tilehurst Horticultural Association and Ways and Means
March 2017 in Transition
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February 2017 in Transition
StandardHello Transition-folk,
Snowdrops are out and spring is just around the corner! This month Repair Cafe is at RISC, and includes a FREE workshop from Tony Cowling on ways to save energy in the home and reduce your bills. We also have our usual monthly meeting, a call out for homes to draught proof and a chance to help run Repair Cafe from next year.
Around Reading there’s Reading Green Drinks for some environmentally themed socialising and Reading Bicycle Kitchen are looking for a new home – let them know if you know of anywhere that may be suitable.
Here’s a summary of what’s on:
In Transition:
TTR Meeting – Tuesday 14 February
Repair Cafe and Energy Saving Workshop – Sunday 19 February
Draughtbusters – we can fix your draughts and help reduce your energy bills
Repair Cafe coordinator(s) needed for 2018
Around Reading:
Reading Green Drinks – Tuesday 7 February
Reading Bicycle Kitchen looking for a new home
Transition Town Reading Meeting: Tuesday 14 February, 7:00pm at Great Expectations Pub.
Come along and discuss all things Transition Town Reading over a pint of beer or cup of tea at the Great Expectation pub (33 London St, Reading RG1 4PS). We can usually be found in the library room or the Christmas room on the left or right hand side as you enter the pub.
Note the earlier start time of 7pm.
This meeting we’ll be particularly discussing local economy project and re-usable cups.
Repair Cafe and Energy Saving Workshop at RISC (35-39 London Street, RG1 4PS) : Sunday 19 February, 1-4.30pm
Repair Cafe this month is at RISC (35-39 London St, RG1 4PS) starting at the slightly later time of 1pm, and there’ll be another FREE workshop on saving energy and reducing household bills at 3pm. At the workshop you will be able to get advice on energy efficiency, with practical hints and tips on draught proofing and insulating your home. No need to book, just turn up on the day.
You can also bring along your broken items to be re-cycled, refreshed and refurbished! Throw it away? NO WAY! Bring it to Repair Cafe! Also if you have your own creative project (e.g. sewing, knitting, Raspberry Pi) you’re welcome to bring them along to work on!
Repairs include:
Electronics
IT
Mechanical items
Toys
Sewing, clothing and fabrics
Tool sharpening
In fact, if it’s broken, bring it along and our team of ready repairers will give it a go!
Home made cake, tea and coffee all in plentiful supply.
Everything is free but donations are very welcome to help keep repair cafe (and homemade cake!) going.
If you’d like more information contact us at repaircafe@transitionreading.org.uk and see our website for details of future events www.readingrepaircafe.org.uk
Draughtbusters – we can fix your draughts and help reduce your energy bills!
DraughtBusters has helped over 200 households in Reading to save energy through draught proofing and by giving advice on how to manage heating systems. The vast majority of this work has been carried out in the homes of the increasing number of people living in fuel poverty in our town. On average our clients save £120 p/a and all of them are now warmer in their homes. For more details see the DraughtBusters website: http://readinguk.org/draughtbusters/ The service is offered free of charge – donations for materials are welcome.
We are looking for more homes in the Greater Reading area to draught proof – if you or someone you know is interested then get in touch by contacting DraughtBusters directly via their contact form.
DraughtBusters will also be running a workshop at Reading Repair Cafe on Sunday 19th February. People will be able to get advice on energy efficiency at the event, with practical hints and tips on draughtproofing and insulating their homes (see Repair Cafe event above for more details).
Repair Cafe coordinator(s) needed for 2018
Rachel and I will be looking to step down as Repair Cafe coordinators from the end of the year. We are looking for new coordinator(s) to get involved in as much of this year as possible and taking over from next year. If you’re interested and would like to find out more then contact us at repaircafe@transitionreading.org.uk
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Reading Green Drinks, Tuesday 7 February, 6:30pm at Global Cafe, RISC
If you work in the green or ethical sector or just have a passion for those issues, GreenDrinks is for you.
Come along to the Global Café from 6.30 to 8.30pm to meet like-minded people for a chat over a drink or two.
There’s no need to book – just turn up on the evening. But if you’d like to sign up for monthly meeting reminders, email the local co-ordinator, Kathryn McCann, at kathryn@katcreative.co.uk. For more details see http://www.greendrinks.org/berkshire/reading
Reading Bicycle Kitchen looking for new home
Reading Bicycle Kitchen (RBK) needs a new home soon! If you know of a potential property located in the town centre or on the edge of town that might be available for let then please send as much information as you can to property@readingbicyclekitchen.org for their Property team to investigate. Please don’t rule anything out or assume that they might know about it already – they would rather have the same information 10 times than miss out on a potential opportunity!
Thanks for your help!
Michele and the RBK Property Team.
January 2017 in Transition
StandardHello Transition-folk,
Happy New Year! We hope 2017 is full of fun and adventures as we continue our transition journey!
This month Repair Cafe returns after it’s December break at the familiar rLab (Reading Hackspace) venue, and also includes a workshop from Tony Cowling on ways to save energy in the home and reduce your bills. We also have our usual monthly meeting, a call out for homes to draught proof and a chance to get involved with a new project.
Around Reading there’s some good news from the Reading Community Energy Society, a talk on water supply and a Permaculture Design Course at RISC.
Here’s a summary of what’s on:
In Transition:
Repair Cafe and energy saving workshop – Sunday 15 January
TTR Meeting – Tuesday 17 January
Draughtbusters – we can fix your draughts and help reduce your energy bills
*New opportunity to get involved* – Reading Local Economy schemes
Around Reading:
Community buildings across Reading benefit from solar panel installations.
Reading’s water supply in a changing world – Thursday 19 January
Permaculture Design Course – Saturday/Sunday 21/22 January
Repair Cafe and energy saving workshop at rLab (Unit C1, Weldale Street, RG1 7BX) : Sunday 15 January, 12-4.30pm
Repair Cafe is back at rLab (Unit C1 Weldale Street, RG1 7BX), and there’ll be a FREE workshop on saving energy and reducing household bills at 3pm. At the workshop you will be able to get advice on energy efficiency, with practical hints and tips on draught proofing and insulating your home. No need to book, just turn up on the day.
You can also bring along your broken items to be re-cycled, refreshed and refurbished! Throw it away? NO WAY! Bring it to Repair Cafe! Also if you have your own creative project (e.g. sewing, knitting, Raspberry Pi) you’re welcome to bring them along to work on!
Repairs include:
Electronics
IT
Mechanical items
Toys
Sewing, clothing and fabrics
Tool sharpening
In fact, if it’s broken, bring it along and our team of ready repairers will give it a go!
Home made cake, tea and coffee all in plentiful supply.
Everything is free but donations are very welcome to help keep repair cafe (and homemade cake!) going.
If you’d like more information contact us at repaircafe@
Transition Town Reading
Come along and discuss all things Transition Town Reading over a pint of beer or cup of tea at the Great Expectation pub (33 London St, Reading RG1 4PS). We can usually be found in the library room or the Christmas room on the left or right hand side as you enter the pub.
This meeting we’ll be particularly discussing planning for 2017 and the local economy project (see below).
Draughtbusters – we can fix your draughts and help reduce your energy bills!
DraughtBusters has helped over 200 households in Reading to save energy through draught proofing and by giving advice on how to manage heating systems. The vast majority of this work has been carried out in the homes of the increasing number of people living in fuel poverty in our town. On average our clients save £120 p/a and all of them are now warmer in their homes. For more details see the DraughtBusters website: http://readinguk.org/
We are looking for more homes in the Greater Reading area to draught proof – if you or someone you know is interested then get in touch by contacting DraughtBusters directly via their contact form.
DraughtBusters will also be running workshops next year at Reading Repair Cafe on Sunday 15th January and Sunday 19th February. People will be able to get advice on energy efficiency at the event, with practical hints and tips on draughtproofing and insulating their homes (see Repair Cfe event above for more details).
Reading Local Economy schemes as part of Reading Climate Change Strategy
As part of the Reading Climate Change Strategy, Transition Town Reading was earmarked to:
– Conduct research into local outlets that would consider trading in a Reading pound to strengthen the local economy
– Support local economy to explore methods used in UK towns and cities to increase local identity and build number of local businesses
Alex is going to start looking into potential local economy schemes and potential businesses in Reading. We would like to get together a team of interested people to work with on this. If you’d like to be involved then contact Alex at treasurer@transitionreading.
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Community buildings across Reading benefit from solar panel installations
Over the past three months solar panels have been installed on 10 community buildings including places of worship, community and council buildings and charity headquarters in and around Reading. That’s a total of 176kWp renewable electricity generated from solar panels!
The panels have been funded by the people of Reading and renewable energy supporters nationwide. Over 120 people invested over £230k in the project. This is the first scheme of its kind in Reading.
Reading Community Energy Society was created by local volunteers, known as the Berkshire Energy Pioneers, the local council and Energy4All who have over 12 years experience in the community green energy sector.
The Society has been set up so that after a fair return of 5% has been paid to investors, the profits, estimated to be £260,000 over the 20 year life of the project, will go back to the community as part of a community fund.
Tony Hoskins Chair, of Reading Community Energy Society explains “The main objectives of the project is to help reduce energy bills of the community buildings involved, improve the sustainability of our community, reduce climate change emissions and improve energy security. We are looking forward to working with the building owners and users and local community to ensure the project delivers these benefits”
Reading’s water supply in a changing world, Thursday 19th January, 7.30pm at Room 3, RISC
This is a repeat of the Reading Climate Forum talk from 4th November.
Chris Beales, a local hydrologist, and Michael Bright, a water industry consultant, will talk about how Reading gets its water, water efficiency, and the related challenges we expect to face from our changing climate.
Permaculture Design Course, starting Saturday/Sunday 21/22 January 2017 at RISC
Permaculture Design Course (PDC) to be run at the Reading International Solidarity Centre (RISC), over 6 alternate weekends beginning on Saturday/Sunday January 21st/22nd. There are also optional extra field-trips available, visiting projects in mid-Wales.
http://www.
Permaculture is a positive, powerful and solutions-based approach to design, offering perhaps our most powerful tool to accelerate our collective evolution to a sustainable existence. Directly modelled on nature, permaculture takes you beyond sustainability to abundance.
Focus is also given to how we can apply permaculture principles to designing within the urban environment that most of us live in, e.g. living in a large town such as Reading.
Energy Saving workshops at Repair Café events this winter
StandardDraughtBusters will be running two drop-in workshops at Reading Repair Café events this winter as part of the national Warm Homes Campaign.
At the workshops you will be able to get advice on energy efficiency at the event, with practical hints and tips on draught proofing and insulating your home.
The two workshops are on Sunday 15th January, 3pm, at rLab, C1 Weldale Street, RG1 7BX and on Sunday 19th February, 3pm, at RISC, 35-39 London St, RG1 4PS. You don’t need to book, just turn up on the day.
Repair Cafés take place throughout the year. So as well as the Energy Saving workshops you can bring any household items that need repair and members of the Repair Café team will try and assist. Doors open at midday and close at about 4.30pm.
We hope to see you in January or February.
The Warm Homes Campaign is run by fuel poverty charity National Energy Action (NEA), which aims to raise awareness of the problem and some of the solutions available for those struggling to heat their homes affordably.
December in Transtion
StandardSeason’s Greetings from TTR! This month we are bringing you some festive Transition cheer with our Christmas party! This year it’s held with Reading Friends of the Earth and Berkshire Greenpeace invited and replaces our usual monthly meeting. As the mercury drops, we are focusing on Draughtbusters this month – if you or someone you know has a draughty house then read on below to find out how we can help! Also, we are starting a bit of research into Local Economy schemes – if you’re interested let us know! Repair Cafe are having a break this month, they are back next month on Sunday 15 January at rLab.
Elsewhere around Reading, there’s Reading Green drinks for social fun times, Econet Christmas tree sale for ethical, local trees and sign up now for permaculture course starting next month at RISC.
Here’s a summary of what’s on:
In Transition:
TTR Christmas Party – Monday 12th December
Draughtbusters – we can fix your draughts and help reduce your energy bills
*New opportunity to get involved* – Reading Local Economy schemes
Repair Cafe – Sunday 15 January 2017
Around Reading:
Reading Green Drinks – Tuesday 6th December
Econet Christmas Tree sale – Saturday 10th December
Permaculture Design Course – Saturday/Sunday 21/22 January 2017
Transition Town Reading Christmas Party: Monday 12 December, 7:30pm at RISC Room 1.
The Transition Town Reading Christmas Party will be taking place on Monday 12 December in Room 1 at RISC, London Street from 7.30 – 9.30pm. Come help us celebrate another successful year in Transition! We’ll be joined by Reading Friends of the Earth and Berkshire Greenpeace, and please bring along food to share.
Draughtbusters – we can fix your draughts and help reduce your energy bills!
DraughtBusters has helped over 200 households in Reading to save energy through draught proofing and by giving advice on how to manage heating systems. The vast majority of this work has been carried out in the homes of the increasing number of people living in fuel poverty in our town. On average our clients save £120 p/a and all of them are now warmer in their homes. For more details see the DraughtBusters website: http://readinguk.org/draughtbusters/ The service is offered free of charge – donations for materials are welcome.
We are looking for more homes in the Greater Reading area to draught proof – if you or someone you know is interested then get in touch by contacting DraughtBusters directly via their contact form.
DraughtBusters will also be running workshops next year at Reading Repair Cafe on Sunday 15th January and Sunday 19th February. People will be able to get advice on energy efficiency at the event, with practical hints and tips on draughtproofing and insulating their homes. More details to follow in January.
Reading Local Economy schemes as part of Reading Climate Change Strategy
As part of the Reading Climate Change Strategy, Transition Town Reading was earmarked to:
– Conduct research into local outlets that would consider trading in a Reading pound to strengthen the local economy
– Support local economy to explore methods used in UK towns and cities to increase local identity and build number of local businesses
Alex is going to start looking into potential local economy schemes and potential businesses in Reading. We would like to get together a team of interested people to work with on this. If you’d like to be involved then contact Alex at treasurer@transitionreading.org.uk
Repair Cafe at rLab (Unit C1, Weldale Street, RG1 7BX) : Sunday 15 January, 12-4.30pm
Repair Cafe is having a well earned break in December. In January they’ll be back at rLab (Unit C1 Weldale Street, RG1 7BX), and there’ll be a workshop on draught proofing and reducing condensation in the home (see DraughtBusters above).
Bring along your broken items to be re-cycled, refreshed and refurbished! Throw it away? NO WAY! Bring it to Repair Cafe! Also if you have your own creative project (e.g. sewing, knitting, Raspberry Pi) you’re welcome to bring them along to work on!
Repairs include:
Electronics
IT
Mechanical items
Toys
Sewing, clothing and fabrics
Tool sharpening
In fact, if it’s broken, bring it along and our team of ready repairers will give it a go!
Home made cake, tea and coffee all in plentiful supply.
Everything is free but donations are very welcome to help keep repair cafe (and homemade cake!) going.
If you’d like more information contact us at repaircafe@transitionreading.org.uk and see our website for details of future events www.readingrepaircafe.org.uk
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Reading Green Drinks, Tuesday 6 December, 6:30pm at Global Cafe, RISC
If you work in the green or ethical sector or just have a passion for those issues, GreenDrinks is for you.
Come along to the Global Café from 6.30 to 8.30pm to meet like-minded people for a chat over a drink or two.
There’s no need to book – just turn up on the evening. But if you’d like to sign up for monthly meeting reminders, email the local co-ordinator, Kathryn McCann, at kathryn@katcreative.co.uk. For more details see http://www.greendrinks.org/berkshire/reading
Econet Christmas Tree Sale, Saturday 10th December, 9.30am-1.30pm at Caversham Court (RG4 7AD)
Scots pine Chistmas trees harvested as part of the management of local heathland for sale, as well as holly, mistletoe, cones, willow Christmas wreaths and natural decorations.
The event also includes BBOWT, RSPB and Fairtrade stalls with cards and gifts, and local honey and beeswax products from Reading & District Beekeepers
Permaculture Design Course, starting Saturday/Sunday 21/22 January 2017 as RISC
Permaculture Design Course (PDC) to be run at the Reading International Solidarity Centre (RISC), over 6 alternate weekends beginning on Saturday/Sunday January 21st/22nd (2017). There are also optional extra field-trips available, visiting projects in mid-Wales.
http://www.permaculturedesigncourse.co.uk/?event=6-part-pdc-risc-reading
Permaculture is a positive, powerful and solutions-based approach to design, offering perhaps our most powerful tool to accelerate our collective evolution to a sustainable existence. Directly modelled on nature, permaculture takes you beyond sustainability to abundance.
Focus is also given to how we can apply permaculture principles to designing within the urban environment that most of us live in, e.g. living in a large town such as Reading.
November in Transition
StandardAs the clocks go back and the nights are drawing in, here’s some Transition to keep you warm through the winter months! This month we have our usual monthly meeting, Repair Cafe (last one of the year!) plus a tree planting in Palmer Park!
Elsewhere around Reading, there’s a talk on water supply and climate change, another chance to get on a permaculture course at Braziers Park, and a talk on sustainable buildings.
Here’s a summary of what’s on:
In Transition:
TTR Meeting – Tuesday 8th November
Palmer Park Tree Planting – Saturday 12th November
Repair Cafe – Sunday 20th November
Around Reading:
Water supply in a changing world – Friday 4th November
Introduction to Permaculture: Saturday 19th – Sunday 20th November
The effect of Architecture and Urban design on new buildings and refurbishments to achieve low environmental impact. – Thursday 17th November
Transition Town Reading Meeting: Tuesday 8 November, 7:30pm at Great Expectations Pub.
Come along and discuss all things Transition Town Reading over a pint of beer or cup of tea at the Great Expectation pub (33 London St, Reading RG1 4PS). We can usually be found in the library room or the Christmas room on the left or right hand side as you enter the pub.
This meeting we’ll be particularly discussing planning for 2017 and our Christmas social event..
Cultivations field tree planting, Palmer Park, Saturday 12 November, 11am-3pm
On the 12th November from 11am we are planting a community pack of 420 Woodland Trust Tree saplings in Palmer Park. The tree planting will be close to the fence at the back of the park (next to the railway line), continuing a hedge planted from Palmer Park Avenue. Please bring a digging fork or spade or trowel, gardening gloves etc. It might be muddy, so dress appropriately. This project is supported by the local Green Party, Transition Town Reading and other local groups. We are looking forward to seeing you and planting trees
Repair Cafe at Parkside Cafe, YMCA (Tilehurst): Sunday 20 November, 12-4.30pm
Repair Cafe this month is at Parkside Cafe, YMCA, 34 Parkside Road, Tilehurst, RG30 2DD, 12pm – 4.30pm.
Bring along your broken items to be re-cycled, refreshed and refurbished! Bring them down! Also if you have your own creative project (e.g. sewing, knitting, Raspberry Pi) you’re welcome to bring them along to work on!
Repairs include:
Electronics
IT
Mechanical items
Toys
Sewing, clothing and fabrics
Tool sharpening
In fact, if it’s broken, bring it along and our team of ready repairers will give it a go!
Home made cake, tea and coffee all in plentiful supply.
Everything is free but donations are very welcome to help keep repair cafe (and homemade cake!) going.
If you’d like more information contact us at repaircafe@transitionreading.org.uk and see our website for details of future events www.readingrepaircafe.org.uk
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Talk on water supply in a changing world, Friday 4 November, 7.45pm at Reading Quaker Meeting house, RG1 2SB
This is the fourth in this series of Reading Climate Forum events.
We live in a water stressed area.
Learn about the impact of climate change on our water supplies with wetter winters and drier summers. Local hydrologist Chris Beales will talk about the current pressures on our local river system, and how climate change is predicted to affect our rivers in the future.
Find out where our drinking water comes from and what we can do to be more efficient in our water use. Michael Bright is a water industry consultant. He will talk about how Thames Water supply water to our homes in Reading. He will discuss some of the challenges and what we can do as individuals to reduce pressure on our water resources.
Please tell your friends and colleagues about this event.
For details of our final event on Architecture and information on previous events see http://chrisbeales.net/readingclimateforum/
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Introduction to Permaculture, 19-20 November, Braziers Park
The course follows the Permaculture Association curriculum and covers the theory, ethics and principles of permaculture design for sustainability. A design process that can be applied to any project or area of life, it’s not just for gardening.
This inspirational weekend takes place in the beautiful house and grounds of Braziers Park where there is a wealth of permaculture examples. While the course is classroom based there will be lots of outdoor activities and taster sessions from bee-keeping to wood chip heating, coppicing, hedgelaying, composting, water harvesting, community living and more. Participants will put learning into practice and create their own permaculture designs by the end of the course. A big bonfire and merry making will take place on Saturday evening.
Tutors: John Baker and Trish Whitham, with community collaborators and guest speakers. More info and the programme can be found here. Price: £150, including organic lunches and refreshment breaks (concessions available). Additional meals and overnight stays available – POA, please book early.
All courses are held in the main house of Braziers Park surrounded by peaceful countryside in the foothills of the Chilterns.
“The effect of Architecture and Urban design on new buildings and refurbishments to achieve low environmental impact”
Professor Lorraine Farrelly has adopted our suggested topic for a School of Architecture public meeting. Thursday 17th November 2016. 6:00 pm in the School of Architecture Building, London Road campus, University of Reading.