Author Archives: John Gray

‘How We Made It Through’ available in Bishy Road shops

A last-minute gift idea for Christmas?! Beautifully designed and printed, Planet South Bank’s community creative writing anthology How We Made It Through is makes a perfect gift for those locally and for friends and family. The poems, stories and illustrations make a … Continue reading

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In time for Christmas…

We are pleased to announce that copies of South Bank’s community creative writing anthology How We Made It Through is available at Pextons Hardware on the Bishopthorpe Road parade of shops. Thank you to the staff @pextonshardware for your support, … Continue reading

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Launch and celebration event: How We Made It Through – and Climate Choir opportunity!

Planet South Bank is delighted to invite you to the launch this Tuesday evening, 28 October, of our community creative writing anthology, How We Made It Through. For six months in 2024, local residents and those who love South Bank … Continue reading

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Launch and celebration event: How We Made It Through – and Climate Choir opportunity!

Planet South Bank is delighted to invite you to the launch of our community creative writing anthology, How We Made It Through. For six months in 2024, local residents and those who love South Bank were invited to create visions … Continue reading

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Climate Cafe, Rowntree Park, Tuesday 1 July at 7pm

We’re pleased to announce the next monthly climate cafe, taking place outdoors in Rowntree Park. All welcome, especially if you’ve not attended one before. A climate cafe is a small gathering of up to around 10 people. It’s a place … Continue reading

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Seeds of Hope and Action – University of York, 12 – 16 May

A series of events not to miss! Exhibitions, talks and workshops – details at https://www.york.ac.uk/anthropocene-biodiversity/events/2025/seeds-of-hope/ Tuesday evening 13 May – save the date: Planet South Bank and York Climate Cafe will be hosting a Climate Cafe as part of this … Continue reading

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Spring Fair at the Community Garden tomorrow (Sunday,) 2-4pm

Fancy celebrating the arrival of spring tomorrow afternoon? (Sunday 6 April) Or maybe you’ll be out and about for York Open Studios? Why not call in at the community garden next to St Clements Church, Scarcroft Road as part of … Continue reading

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Crackers and all the trimmings – make your own this Saturday morning

You’ll find our stall at St Clements Church Christmas Fair this Saturday, 10.00am to 1.00pm. For all ages: all materials provided to make your very own Christmas crackers! Also available: doves, stars and other decorations, booklets and flyers. Free of … Continue reading

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Our Theory of Change (or, Why does Planet South Bank do what it does?)

Earlier in 2024, Planet South Bank adopted the theory of change of the Climate Majority Project, as a framework for thinking about our work in our local community. A Theory of Change links actions to hoped-for change. It provides the … Continue reading

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A new Chair or Co-Chair for the York Climate Commission

Might this be you? The York Climate Commission is seeking a dedicated Chair or Co-Chair to help shape the city’s journey towards Net Zero and Nature Rich goals. It’s a voluntary role, described as “leading climate action across York, fostering … Continue reading

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