World Fair Trade Day
We here in the first world take our coffee, bananas, jeans and sneakers for granted, but there are many people in other countries that are not so lucky. Every day, … Continue reading "World Fair Trade Day"
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World Bee Day
Bees and other pollinators, such as butterflies, bats and hummingbirds, are increasingly under threat from human activities. Pollination is, however, a fundamental process for the survival of our ecosystems. Nearly … Continue reading "World Bee Day"
World Fish Migration Day
World Fish Migration Day is a one day global celebration to create awareness on the importance of free flowing rivers and migratory fish. We thank all participants and partners for … Continue reading "World Fish Migration Day"
International Day for Biological Diversity
The United Nations has proclaimed May 22 The International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB) to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues. When first created by the Second Committee of … Continue reading "International Day for Biological Diversity"
Watford and Three Rivers Great Big Green Week
Taking place between 18-26 September, the climate action campaign known as the Great Big Green Week will see thousands of people across the UK organising local festivals and events. The campaign aims to draw attention to climate change, destruction of the natural world, while also making a connection with these issues in communities like Watford and Three Rivers, at the same time as showcasing actions to tackle climate change.
Park Litter Pick
The Hub, Cassiobury Park Cassiobury Park, WatfordMake a difference! Litter picking is a healthy and fun way to keep the park clean and create a better environment for us and the local wildlife.
Free
CYCLE the WATFORD GREEN RING
This event is a cycle ride around the proposed 7-mile Watford Green Ring. SPOKES have proposed the Green Ring route for walking & cycling. Many of the routes on the proposed local cycling network will connect to the Green Ring.
Free
Family Fun at RefillAbell
RefillAbell 4 Haydon Road, Oxhey Village, WatfordJoin the team at RefillAbell for a week of family fun activities at the shop, including:
Children’s art activities
Creating a sustainability tree
A post box recycling game
RefilllAbell will also be offering a small reward or green gift to shoppers spending over £35 during Green Week.
Free
Abbots Autumn Fest
School Mead Abbots LangleyThe annual Abbots Autumn Fest is a fun event with a focus on local - foods, crafts, and community groups, with traditional games and entertainment.
Free
The LORAX
Watersmeet Theatre High St, RickmansworthCome and join us for a FREE viewing of the Dr. Seuss story The Lorax - a children’s film with a powerful environmental message on the importance of trees and nature in a world where everything is artificial and even the air is a commodity.
Free
Butterfly Walk in the Park
Cassiobury Park Gade Avenue,, WatfordTake our guided butterfly walk on Sunday 19 September at Cassiobury Park, and learn more about these incredible insects, their habitats and what you can do to help them flourish. … Continue reading "Butterfly Walk in the Park"
Big Green Book Swap
The Green Stores 125 New Road, Croxley GreenTwo of my passions, reading and reusing! Please bring your books, that you have read, loved and are in good condition, to our store. We will have a table outside with … Continue reading "Big Green Book Swap"
Family Fun at RefillAbell
RefillAbell 4 Haydon Road, Oxhey Village, WatfordJoin the team at RefillAbell for a week of family fun activities at the shop, including:
Children’s art activities
Creating a sustainability tree
A post box recycling game
RefilllAbell will also be offering a small reward or green gift to shoppers spending over £35 during Green Week.
Free
The Big Green Week At Woodoaks Farm
Woodoaks Farm Woodoaks Farm, Denham Way, Maple CrossCome along to Woodoaks Farm to learn more about how to be more sustainable, showing how the food you choose to buy and consume can save the planet.
Free
Webinar: Does Sustainable Fashion exist?
OnlineIf you would like to find out more about sustainability and fashion, this is the event for you.
Hear from someone with over 20 years’ experience working for UK fashion brands with a focus on reducing their environmental impact and improving their social sustainability.
Fun, physical, practical conservation sessions
Watford Rugby Club Knutsford Playing Fields, Radlett Road, WatfordFrom pruning and weeding to scything and coppicing. Participate at your own pace, what you choose to do is up to you. Help us improve Watford’s green spaces.
Free
Watford allotments: Food and wildlife
Paddock Road allotment Lower Paddock Road, Oxhey, Watford, Hertfordshire, United KingdomA guided walk to demonstrate how important allotments are for people growing food and for biodiversity at Paddock Road allotment, meet at trading shed at entrance.
Free
David Attenborough’s ‘A Life On Our Planet’
Watersmeet Theatre High St, RickmansworthCome and join us for a FREE viewing of David Attenborough’s hit documentary - a powerful firsthand account defining moments of his career, humanity's impact on nature, and a message of hope for future generations
Free
FREE BERYL BIKE DAY
The Parade The Parade, Watford Town Centre, WatfordThere will be a stall held on the Parade (by the pond), promoting and engaging with the public about the Beryl Bike scheme. Also, free bike minutes for residents.
Free
Webinar: Cutting edge of food waste: Tips and tricks on reducing kitchen waste
OnlineVeolia in partnership with West Herts College in Watford present recipes from the ‘Love your Leftovers Cookbook’ created by 18 and 19 year old trainee chefs.
Free
Croxley Green Parish Council Great Big Green Week Litter Pick
Croxley Green Parish Council Office, Community Way, Croxley Green, WD3 3SU Community Way, Croxley Green, United KingdomHelp us to clean up Croxley Green by being part of a community After-School Litter Pick. Pick up litter picking equipment from Parish Council Offices. Event will go ahead if … Continue reading "Croxley Green Parish Council Great Big Green Week Litter Pick"
Free
Fun, physical, practical conservation sessions
Watford Rugby Club Knutsford Playing Fields, Radlett Road, WatfordFrom pruning and weeding to scything and coppicing. Participate at your own pace, what you choose to do is up to you. Help us improve Watford’s green spaces.
Free
Webinar and conversation on Local Community Climate Resilience and Deep Adaptation
OnlineThis conversation is for anybody who is deeply concerned about the climate and other interconnected predicaments – and is curious to learn more about what they and their local community could be doing NOW to prepare and adapt for what may be a very different way of life.
Free
A CLIMATE CONVERSATION
Random Cafe Meriden Gardens,24a Garsmouth Way, WatfordHave you always wanted to help the environment but had no idea where to start? Come to Climate Conversations, a place where you can chat about positive solutions and ways in which we can all make a difference.
Free
Farm walks at Woodoaks Farm
Woodoaks Farm Woodoaks Farm, Denham Way, Maple CrossExplore Woodoaks Farm and see how the food you choose to buy and consume can save the planet.
Free
Love your Leftovers LIVE Cooking Show & Love Recycling Stall
Watford Market The Parade (in front of Nandos), WatfordVeolia in partnership with West Herts College in Watford are hosting a live cooking recipe demonstration from the Love your Leftovers Cookbook. The plant-based recipes were created by 18 and 19 year old trainee chefs from West Herts College in Watford.
Free
LITTER PICK Bushey Arches
Century Park Lower High Street, Bushey Arches (meet location confirmed when booking), WatfordBe a wildlife saviour and help care for our local environment by supporting a litter pick near you! Discount for those taking part on hot drinks afterwards at the Tasty Bean Café.
Free
LITTER PICK Knutsford Playing Fields
Knutsford Playing Fields Colonial Way / Reeds Estate – meet location confirmed when booking, WatfordBe a wildlife saviour and help care for our local environment by supporting a litter pick near you! Discount for those taking part on hot drinks afterwards at the WRFC Bar and Coffee House.
Free
Abbots Langley Community Giveaway
Abbots Langley village See website for giveaway mapDownload the giveaway map via the website and come for a walk round Abbots Langley to see what residents are giving away. Like a free car boot at people’s front doors. Will you find clothes, books, plants, produce or something else ????
Free
Pop up Market at Woodoaks Farm
Woodoaks Farm Woodoaks Farm, Denham Way, Maple CrossCome along to the pop-up market at Woodoaks Farm and sample the local products on sale.
Free