The Great Big Green Week is the UK’s biggest ever celebration of community action to tackle climate change and protect nature.
Every year, people come together to unleash a wave of support for action to protect the planet. Tens of thousands of people in every corner of the country celebrate the heartfelt, brave, everyday actions being taken to stand up for nature and fight climate change.
Join us for activities, tours, swapping and a charity plant stall .
Saturday 7th June
11.00 - 15.00 drop - in
Making Victorian style greeting cards with local artist Anne-Marie Abbate, using pressed flowers from the Museum Gardens.
Artist Anne-Marie Abbate
All day - Info stall from Bedford Repair Cafe
Learn about the 'repair rebels' and Bedford's own repair movement.
Please note- the Repair Cafe itself is bookable by appointment only and is based in Kempston, their next session is 14th June.
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All day - Charity Plant Stall in aid of Sue Ryder Hospice Moggerhanger and the Bedford Hospital Primrose Unit
Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. Bedford Hospital's Primrose Unit provides vital cancer treatment locally. Volunteer Valerie grows, pots-up, trims and waters this permanent stall to raise money for both charities.
Saturday 14th June
11.15 - 3.00- all ages Craft 'Stash' Swap run by Bedford Craft Swaps
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Bring the craft supplies you don't use any more, and take away the items you will. This is your chance to clear out any art and craft supplies you don't want and swap for something you do. It's completely free and even if you don't have anything to swap, you can still take home something inspiring. Come along for a good crafty rummage.
11.15 - 12.30 - sustainable crafting for young children, with local artist Kaye Mahoney
Artist Kaye Mahoney
