Bishy Road stalls this weekend

Posted on 08/07/2022 by John Gray

Do come and say hello if you see us on the corner by Bishy Road shops this weekend.

You may be aware that City of York Council has begun a consultaton on its draft Cimate Change Strategy.

At Planet South Bank, we’re really keen to encourage local people to look at the draft Strategy, and to take part in the consultation on this really important issue.

So we’ve written a summary, availabile here https://planetsouthbank.org.uk/yorks-2022-draft-climate-change-strategy/, and which we hope will help make the full Strategy more accessible.

And come and have a chat with us tomorrow or Sunday!

This page on our website has all the links and documents: https://planetsouthbank.org.uk/yorks-2022-draft-climate-change-strategy/

The City of York Council’s consultation on its draft Climate Change Strategy has opened and is running until midnight on 5th August 2022.

To read the draft Strategy, click here: https://www.york.gov.uk/downloads/file/8121/draft-climate-change-strategy

To give your response to the consultation, click here https://www.york.gov.uk/10YearStrategiesConsultation – scroll down and click the red box “Our Big Conversation: 10 Year Strategies Survey”.

Or, go directly to https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/CYC-OBC10yearstrategies

Here at Planet South Bank, we’ve created a short summary of the Draft Strategy, setting out the key themes and commitments. You can download this summary here

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Community Gardening dates for the rest of 2022

Posted on 08/06/2022 by John Gray

Since 2011, Planet South Bank Planet has worked with St Clements Church to transform land at the church on Scarcroft Road into a growing psace for fruit, veg, herbs, edible flowers and beautiful pollinators.

So if you want to join in growing delicious fruit and veg, we’re a group of local people growing food together, and sharing the produce amongst ourselves, other locals and occasionally the Planet Food project at Southlands Church.

Our sessions are on Sundays at 2pm, lasting at least an hour, but sometimes longer if we are particularly enjoying ourselves. We provide all the equipment and occasionally snacks! 

June 19 – general garden care

July 3, 17, 31 – weeding and harvesting

August 14 – soft fruit harvesting

August 28 – digging potatoes

September 11 & 25 – squash harvesting & composting

October 9 & 23 – garden tidying for the winter

This community garden is for everyone who is interested in growing (and eating) beautiful edible plants, especially all local people who don’t have access to growing space or who want to learn growing and gardening skills. 

For more information see the Community Garden page.

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Have you signed up yet? – Street-re-Cycle, Sunday 15 May

Posted on 06/05/2022 by John Gray

Our ever-popular opportunity for a clear-out and to meet your local community. 11.00am to 3.00pm, Sunday 15 May.

Sell it, swap it, give it away…

Here’s how it works: First, sign up by contacting Pie Waller on 07761 642160 by Wednesday 11 May to make sure your address is on the list of households taking part. Be sure to include your name, address and postcode – thank you.

Then, look out things ready to pass on. Why not get ahead this weekend, by beginning to clear cupboards and sort shelves?

The day before the event, we’ll publish here on the planetsouthbank website and on our facebook page a list of South Bank households taking part.

On the day, put out your stuff at the front of your house. Please take care not to block pavements or access ways, and tidy up anything not taken by the end of the event.

And, don’t forget to find time to wander round to see what neighbours on the streets nearby are offering!

Take this chance to meet your neighbours, clear out your cupboards and sheds, get some great stuff for yourself, and have some good green fun.

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Stop the plastic crisis!

Posted on 29/04/2022 by John Gray

Planet South Bank is supporting The Big Plastic Count, to help push the government, brands and supermarkets to take bold action and reduce the amount of plastic in our lives.

It’s easy to take part: visit https://thebigplasticcount.com/ and sign up.

When you do so, you’ll join over 100,000 other people who have already committed to taking part.

Then, count the plastic in your purchases during the week 16-22 May.

When you submit your results, you’ll get a personal plastic footprint and information about what really happens to plastic when it leaves your home. Once all the results are in, The Big Plastic Count will share the national picture, and the next steps on pushing the government into action.

No-one knows – nobody’s counting – how much plastic we’re really having to throw away, and it’s probably more than anyone realises. Help create a truer picture, in order to build a movement for change.

Do you know a school which might be interested in taking part? Ther’s a teacher’s pack and free resources, including classroom-based activities and a PowerPoint lesson for 9-12 years https://thebigplasticcount.com/schools.

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Sign up for the next Street-re-Cycle – Sunday 15 May

Posted on 22/04/2022 by John Gray

Our ever-popular opportunity for a clear-out and to meet your local community. 11.00am to 3.00pm, Sunday 15 May.

Sell it, swap it, give it away…

Here’s how it works: First, sign up by contacting Pie Waller on 07761 642160 by Wednesday 11 May to make sure your address is on the list of households taking part. Be sure to include your name, address and postcode – thank you.

Then, look out things ready to pass on. Why not get ahead this weekend, by beginning to clear cupboards and sort shelves?

The day before the event, we’ll publish here on the planetsouthbank website and on our facebook page a list of South Bank households taking part.

On the day, put out your stuff at the front of your house. Please take care not to block pavements or access ways, and tidy up anything not taken by the end of the event.

And, don’t forget to find time to wander round to see what neighbours on the streets nearby are offering!

Take this chance to meet your neighbours, clear out your cupboards and sheds, get some great stuff for yourself, and have some good green fun.

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Tomorrow Sunday 10 April: Planet South Bank’s Spring Fair

Posted on 09/04/2022 by John Gray

2pm to 4pm, Sunday 10 April, at the Community Garden adjoining St Clements Church (between Nunthorpe Road and Scarcroft Road).

Drop in and see us; if you’re out and about for Open Studios, why not include us in your route?

Come and see what’s going on in the community garden!

There’ll be cakes, biscuits and drinks; and stalls selling locally-made items – cards, willow-works, handmade soaps, Easter decorations, plant pots, non-plastic goods and lots more.

Seeds and plants also available.

Everyone welcome – we look forward to seeing you.

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Planet South Bank’s Spring Fair, Sunday 10th April – save the date!

Posted on 15/03/2022 by John Gray

2pm to 4pm, Sunday 10 April, at the Community Garden adjoining St Clements Church (between Nunthorpe Road and Scarcroft Road).

Come and see what’s going on in the community garden!

There’ll be cakes, biscuits and drinks; and stalls selling locally-made items – cards, willow-works, handmade soaps, Easter decorations, plant pots, non-plastic goods and lots more.

Seeds and plants also available!

Everyone welcome – we look forward to seeing you.

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Train as a volunteer litter-picker tomorrow (Saturday), 3pm

Posted on 25/02/2022 by John Gray

Planet South Bank is running a short training session for anyone who would like to be covered by the Council’s insurance as a volunteer litter-picker.

All welcome, and no need to register in advance.

We’ll then put our skills into action!, by doing a local litter-pick in the Scarcroft Road area.

Meet at 3pm this Saturday at the community garden by St Clements Church (junction of Scarcroft Road and Nunthorpe Road).

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Addresses and trail for this Sunday’s Crafty Crawl

Posted on 19/11/2021 by John Gray

Midday to 4pm; don’t forget to bring cash with you. Please use a mask, keep social distancing, and enjoy!

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Crafty Crawl (addresses in alphabetical order) Sunday 21st November 2021     12 – 4pm

6 Aldreth Grove   YO23 1LB   Jon Haste Handmade relief prints of landscapes and animals and other assorted printed items such as cards and crafts.

26 Bewlay Street   YO23 1JT   Alex Fricke  Handmadelinocut prints and cards – including local designs of Rowntree Park and Bishopthorpe Road.

128 Knavesmire  Crescent  YO23 1EU   Jo Dalgiesh  Cakes, more Cakes and Olive bread.

132  Knavesmire  Crescent   Angela  Atkin  Stained glass sun catchers, painted bottle lamps , miniature painted canvas on easels and painted Easter eggs. Graham Metcalfe – oil paintings and wooden Christmas decorations

1 Norfolk Street YO23 1JY   Naomi’s Stained Glass:  selling colourfulfused and stained glass items plus details of workshops for adults and children. Katie Jane Hill: recycled textiles and paper Christmas decorations.

52  Millfield Road    Jo Yeates   Made at 52  Textile art and paper collage, Christmas gifts and decorations. Card payments accepted.

Nunnery Lane – The Trafalgar Bay pub:  Rich Gresswell : handmade cards and gifts for nature lovers. Lyndsey Anderson-Crombie: crochet items, gifts, decorations and homewares. Brenda Christison: ‘Felty and Fabulous’  2D and 3D needle felted items, pictures and brooches – all inspired by nature or just the fun of the season. Lynn Turner  plant pot covers, crochet and macramé keyrings and wall hangings, bauble wreaths and stars. Helen Whitehead  Glass artist – unique jewellery using alchemic reactions and precious metals, fused in a glass kiln. Colourful and cosmic in style. Sally Harris with Rachael’s Dog Squad – selling printed and personalised products including tote bags, mugs, glasses etc

Rowntree Park   Under the Café in the Park Rowntree Park Craft and Chatter Group will be selling a variety of crafted goods, Christmas gifts and pocket money presents. Cash and Card payments taken. Proceeds will help volunteer work in our lovely park.

79 Russell Street    Sharon Ellis: lovely hand drawn and coloured greetings cards. Madeline Evans: shawls andscarves made from a variety of natural fibres – wool, silk and alpaca. Some handspun, knitted and woven. Sarah Penn: Knitted mitts and hats. Mostly made from yarn leftover from other projects. Also antiplastic knits and other things.

82 Scarcroft Road YO24 1DD “My Material World”  all handmade by Di Hennell: a variety of jewellery items, cards, notebooks, cushions, Christmas decorations, window hangings and more. Affordable gifts for friends, family and yourselves. Pocket money gifts under £3.

1 Scott Street –  Heather Dawe    Willow Christmas decorations, bicycle seat covers

3 Scott Street  –  Pie Waller    Wooden hangers for posters, prints and fabric, daft badges. Hand carved eraser stamps. Nell’s very Fancy Felt Birds. Also lovely crochet Snowflake Garlands and Christmas decorations and hyacinth bulbs.And maybe some Syrian treats. Joy Simpson Hand drawn and painted greetings cards, prints, brooches and pendants.

28 Thorpe Street  –  Angie Brown  Upcycled denim jeans made into storage pockets for pens, brushes etc and denim wreaths. Kits for Japanese boro/sashiko sewing. Felt balls for garlands and craft kits using denim and textile items.

25 Trafalgar Street  YO23 1HU –  Emma Feneley  A range of Eco Art works and Crafts. Recycled paper collages, handmade clothing, soaps and gifts.

10 Windsor Street  YO23 1DN  – Nic Fife and Felicity Palmer  will be making and selling Cinnamon buns, festive fruit buns and linocut Christmas cards.

Please bring a face mark, large bags, plenty of cash and good cheer. Enjoy the day.

Organised by Planet South Bank                                        www planetsouthbank.org.uk

1 Scott Street –  Heather Dawe    Willow Christmas decorations, bicycle seat covers

3 Scott Street  –  Pie Waller    Wooden hangers for posters, prints and fabric, daft badges. Hand carved eraser stamps and Nell’s very Fancy Felt Birds. Also lovely crochet Snowflake Garlands and Christmas decorations and hyacinth bulbs.And maybe some Syrian treats.

Joy Simpson   Hand drawn and painted greetings cards, brooches and pendants.

28 Thorpe Street  –  Angie Brown  Upcycled denim jeans made into storage pockets for pens, brushes etc and denim wreaths. Kits for Japanese boro/sashiko sewing. Felt balls for garlands and craft kits using denim and textile items.

25 Trafalgar Street  YO23 1HU –  Emma Feneley  A range of Eco Art works and Crafts. Recycled paper collages, handmade clothing, soaps and gifts.

10 Windsor Street  YO23 1DN  – Nic Fife and Felicity Palmer  will be making and selling Cinnamon buns, festive fruit buns and linocut Christmas cards.

Please bring a face mark, large bags, plenty of cash and good cheer. Enjoy the day.

Organised by Planet South Bank                                        www planetsouthbank.org.uk

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Take part in our local artists and makers’ trail this Sunday, 12noon to 4pm

Posted on 16/11/2021 by John Gray

We hope you enjoy the chance to browse and by from local artists and makers; full details in the poster below.

Please use a mask, keep social distance, and be ready to pay with cash. We’ll post the final list of addresses during this Friday 19th.

And a note from the Planet South Bank core group: We’ve created this community event for the benefit of the neighborhood; we also have a lively gardening group taking care of the community garden at St Clements Church. Please contact us for more details.

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