Events
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How to avoid Climate Breakdown
Rye Bakery Whittox Lane, FromeAn upbeat and engaging panel discussion. 'While catastrophe is possible, it’s not yet inevitable. There are ideas and actions that can get us out of this mess. We’re not talking about pipedream techno-fixes but the real far-reaching shifts we need to - and still can make.' For more information and to sign up for a free…
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Climate Change – The Facts
The Good Heart 7 Palmer Street, Frome, United KingdomAn opportunity to watch the BBC documentary Climate Change - The Facts followed by a discussion. After one of the hottest years on record, Sir David Attenborough looks at the science of climate change and potential solutions to this global threat. Interviews with some of the world’s leading climate scientists explore recent extreme weather conditions such…
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XR Frome General Meeting
Rye Bakery Whittox Lane, Frome6.30pm- 7.30: Shared food 7.30- 9.00: An opportunity for Working groups to get together, for people not in a group to find one, for new members to learn more about XR and to get planning the next action!
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12 Characters in Search of an Apocalypse
St Catharine's Church Hall 4 Park Road, FromeThe 12 Characters project is a worldwide call for community dialogue around two of the most significant challenges of our times – Climate Change and the ongoing collapse of our ecosystems that support all life on Earth. No booking required. There is no up-front fixed cost, instead there will be a chance to contribute financially,…
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Resilient Communities in Troubled Times
St Catharine's Church Hall 4 Park Road, FromeThe day will be an opportunity for members of Extinction Rebellion to get involved in laying the foundations for a restorative justice system in their local group. We will explore assumptions and expectations around the notion on conflict and what causes it. We will look at key principles and actions we want to ensure are…
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Sustainable Frome Monthly Meeting for July: Plans for the next year
The Good Heart 7 Palmer Street, Frome, United KingdomStarting with shared food -- please bring something to share if you'd like to join in -- from 7pm. The meeting will kick off from around 7.30pm We will be discussing a meeting plan for next year (ie Sept - July). Generally, the idea is that SF meetings will be a very practical focus on specific topics…
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What are you wearing? – a fashion event for the ethically curious
The Silk Mill Merchants Barton, FromeHow much do you know about the clothes you wear? What are they made of? Who made them? What social & environmental impact do they have? How much does it matter to you? Drop in to this free event for a thought-provoking, interactive, fun experience with ideas, inspiration & games that explore the story of…
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Robin Boardman at Rye Bakery
Rye Bakery Whittox Lane, FromePart of the 'Time is Now Tour'. One of the principal instigators of Extinction Rebellion, Robin Boardman is an example of how those in their early twenties are bringing the Climate and Ecological Emergency to the forefront of global politics. Robin will be talking about XR Strategy, upcoming actions and how XR is organised as a sociocracy.
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Meadowfest @ Rodden Meadow
Celebrate Frome’s great outdoors! A free, family fun event, by, or even in, the river through Rodden Meadow. Learn about local wildlife. There will be things to make and do such as foraging, pottery, and willow weaving. Lots of local groups will be providing all kinds of fun activities! Food available or bring your own picnic.…
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Extinction Rebellion SUMMER UPRISING
From Mon 15th July onwards, Bristol and other cities An organic, decentralised coordinated action disrupting city spaces with the message ACT NOW! Read more and sign up