Three of the hubs, Transport, Energy and Stuff, held their first meetings in February. Here is a list of further activities. Please come along to any of these meetings or events that take your fancy. They are open to anyone from the local community.
Food hack & ferments
Saturday 7 March, 7pm at the Brockweir Village Shop Loft: Do you know your kombucha from your kimchi, sauerkraut from sourdough? Join us for an informal gathering and learn how to use fermentation and other preserving techniques. If you already make your own then bring along a sample to share and tell us your top tips.
Transport hub follow-up meeting
Wednesday 11 March, 7pm at the Loft
Stuff hub meeting
Monday 16 March, 7pm at the Loft. Brainstorming session: bring your ideas of how we can tackle problems relating to consumption and waste
Brockweir wildlife walk
Sunday 5 April 2pm – 4pm starting at the Loft. Wild flower identification, bird boxes, community wildlife project. Please book your place at wcivillages@gmail.com
Electric bike and car demonstrations
Saturday 25 April, 11am till 1.00pm, Mackenzie Hall. Come along to test ride an electric bike and to find out about electric cars from their owners. Plus fun bikes and even a penny-farthing.
Renewable energy open house weekends
April 25 – 26 and May 16 – 17. Householders with various forms of renewable energy technology, including retro-fitted insulation, will demonstrate these to visitors. Anyone with suitable energy technology who is willing to be an open day host, or who can suggest possible hosts, is asked to email mike.topp@yahoo.co.uk with details
Midsummer festival
Saturday June 20. Plans are at an early stage, more details later. In the meantime, save the date!