An illustrated talk by Brigit Strawbridge, Dorset Wildlife Trust's "Make Wildlife Welcome" hero and bee friendly gardener (as seen on TV).

Details to follow

Due to the developing situation around the Corvid-19 Corona Virus outbreak this talk has been postponed. We hope to rearrange some time in the future.

Online meeting this Thursday, 7.30pm. A short meeting to check-in and see how everyone is doing

The local event 'Shaftesbury Clothes Swap' in Swans Yard has also been postponed until further notice. We will keep you updated on any progress of re-scheduling this event.

Watch ONLINE - The South West Premiere of ‘Fragments of a Rebellion’ - A Film By Senara Wilson Hodges. Immediately after the Premiere (8pm) there will be a Zoom Q&A and discussion with the director, production crew and you guys! Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/RX4UpaAj8zo

NEW LINK - A short meeting combining an optional check-in with a demonstration for those who want to host their own online meetings (perhaps with family or friends?).

Because of the Covid -19 Virus this event has been cancelled and will be rearranged for later in the year - any tickets purchased will be refunded.

The monthly meeting this Thursday, will not take place at Shaftesbury Town Hall but instead we will meet online. Same time - 7.30pm. You need your computer, Smartphone or other device connected to the internet then simply click this link: https://zoom.us/j/352775046

A session with Marten Gregory, Recycling Team, Dorset Council - organised by Plastic-Free Shaftesbury with Planet Shaftesbury

Chris Goodall will present ideas from his latest book: What We Need to Do Now for a zero carbon future. With discussion.

Organised by Extinction Rebellion this is a peaceful protest march.

There will be the usual opportunities to catch up on what's happening across our network. We'll also consolidate our plans for events around energy efficiency, nature recovery, waste reduction and more.

An illustrated talk by Imogen Davenport, Dorset Wildlife Trust Director of Conservation.

The next meeting with our MP Simon Hoare about the climate and environmental crisis.

Start of the New Year! Join us in the first meeting of 2020, where we will encourage and support more practical actions during 2020.

For Tree Planning and Planting in 2020 - Mulled wine and soft drinks - Donations gratefully received

Meeting to look at ways of making Planet Shaftesbury work better for us.

The session might give us chance to understand the types of change that will affect our local countryside and the people who work in it.

The first big gathering of all XR groups around Dorset to pool resources and ideas

Hustings for North Dorset constituency, focused on candidates policies for the climate and environmental emergencies

A talk about the magic of the Amazon rainforest, why forests across the globe are so important and our role in protecting their future.

Free public talk in Salisbury Methodist Church

Deputy Leader of the Liberal Democrats Former Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change will talk on how to decarbonise capitalism followed by Q&A's.

We'll celebrate the ways we've supported one another in responding to the climate and ecological emergencies over the past 12 months

A talk on Butterflies and their Conservation.

A guided walk by Shaftesbury Tree Group

"Dispel those myths! Come and experience our Vegan Tasting Menu. A variety of nine delicious mini courses to tempt your taste buds and banish those preconceived ideas."

North Dorset MP Simon Hoare is holding a meeting about the Climate and Environmental Crisis

Advancing protection for the North Pole's wildlife

We are walking from Shaftesbury to Studland to oppose plans for oil drilling on the Dorset coast.

An illustrated talk by Sam Hamer, Conservation Officer, about the work of the Dorset Wildlife Trust.

Recycle and buy unique clothes at 'Shaftesbury Fashion Swap', which in turn, reduces wastage by throwing clothes out!

Meeting in two parts: Planning for the Pilgrimage, followed by discussing the October Rebellion

An introduction to Extinction Rebellion and what we can do!

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A Dorset Wildlife Trust Event... Walk with wardens looking at flowers and insects. Fontmell Down. Booking essential. Free. Donations welcome. Photo credit: ©CBolado

This event is a one-day workshop run by two of the Threshold residents, with the aim of introducing some of the many aspects of Permaculture

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You are invited to invest in Dorset Community Energy to install 700kW of rooftop solar panels on schools and hospitals

"Celebrating all genres of sustainable fashion with collections by textile designers, refashionistas, charity shops and Vintage collectors."

All welcome to attend and take part in a 'Funeral' For Extinct Species starting at 12:30pm. Meet at the Swans Yard in Shaftesbury and then proceed to Gold Hill for a 'die-in' and further celebration!

Start your morning with a great sing-a-long with the theme of Songs for a Better World. Photo credit: Neil Baird (neilbaird.photography)

Come along and discuss any concerns you may have and connect with like-minded people to start or join projects locally!

"Heading For Extinction And What To Do About It" is an introduction to Extinction Rebellion and focuses on the stark realities of climate change...

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A meeting to follow-through on May's monthly meeting - open to past participants in Planet Shaftesbury whether you were at that meeting or not, but not a good meeting for first-timers.

Talking about the possibility of a group in Tisbury!

Join us in Shaftesbury outside the Town Hall for a demonstration which will be held at 11:30am, to support students around the world with this Global Strike.

An informal meeting to discuss how to take the group forward and invite newcomers to get involved.

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We need to ACT NOW to ensure the new Dorset Council recognise the current climate and ecological crisis by DECLARING A CLIMATE EMERGENCY.

We've been asked to advertise a public talk by ffinlo Costain, followed by discussion. NOTE: this talk is being held at the Friends Meeting House, and not at the Town Hall or as part of a Planet Shaftesbury meeting

A slow paced cycle (or walk if you prefer) round town. This is another event to raise awareness of XR and climate issues, while International Rebellion is taking place.

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A group of Shaftesbury XR will be going to London on the 15th & 16th to join thousands on the streets, calling for government action on climate breakdown.

Come and learn more about Alternative Energy Sources.

We will join XR in their week of worldwide mass fly posting to raise awareness of XR, Planet Shaftesbury, climate breakdown and ecological collapse.

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