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Eco-friendly gifts that inspire children to love nature, adopt sustainable habits & learn domestic life skills. By Shiri Atsmon, an involved Barnet resident.
London, England
Joined October 2018
A proud moment- I won @BarnetCouncil ‘a InspirationALL Women Award - Environment and Sustainability category. There’s so much work to be done and I hope to add more projects in addition to the educational resources I create, @EcoShowandTell fairs and @FinchleyPollin project.
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Free webinars: - The wonder of #soilscience with horticulturist Deena J Kestenbaum https://t.co/aNAEIO4LfM - For the love of #weeds with horticulturist Deena J Kestenbaum https://t.co/NbFC4jKSn8 - From pets to nests with Dr Cannelle De Montaigu https://t.co/qiThyKuq93
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Wassail and Seed Swap, Sat. 8th March at Clitterhouse Farm. Join us for mulled apple juice, music and dance. The Dorten Yonder Band, a traditional Barn Dance Band, will be playing from 3:30pm. See you then.
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Join us and our horticulture advisor Deena J Kestenbaum to a fascinating webinar: The wonder of soil science Thursday, 27th March, 7pm-8pm https://t.co/aNAEIO4LfM Soil science is a fascinating subject that unlocks the secrets of life beneath our feet!
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#Finchley-based community spaces can now apply to receive FREE pollinator-friendly plants, which will be grown locally. Don't miss out and find out more below: https://t.co/6WDFd4ztgv
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A-Z of sustainable living: Advocacy & Activism https://t.co/OPLd3L01w4 Individual actions matter. If our collective actions have created climate change/pollution/biodiversity loss, isn't it our collective responsibility to fix it? Check the A section in Teresa Due's A-Z Eco Tips
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Happy New Year!! @EcoShowandTell has a few spaces available for the Zero Waste Community Training, do join us! Date: Friday, 17th January, 11:30-2pm Location: Finchley Church End Library, 318-320 Regents Park Rd, N3 2LN Register: https://t.co/BQRT0aeylu
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According to researchers at Yale, for every 10% increase in tree canopy cover, there was a 15% decrease in violent crime and a 14% decrease in property crime. Yet another benefits of having a tree outside your home! 🌳🏡
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Where is your school on it's sustainability journey? We're here to help We've pulled together the resources and opportunities from 100's of organisations into a holistic journey providing greater clarity and sense for teachers Find out more https://t.co/NdmrxFcQ0O
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Teachers in London Don't Miss - Eco Ed London A space to reflect on education for sustainability, learn from experts and share best practice Grab your "paid for" ticket here https://t.co/wSzvBCSsph
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Eco Ed London – Camley Street Natural Park, Fri 28 Feb 2025 - The Eco Ed events are spaces for educators, academics, practitioners, businesses and politicians to explore education for sustainability...
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This month we are raising awareness to waste created from food & drinks packaging, carrying and storage. https://t.co/sMtEMyiOeQ "Bring it, Barnet" campaign https://t.co/STju64IN6g : over 77% of Barnet residents said they want to reduce the amount of single-use plastic
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🧐How much do you know about food loss and waste? 💡Put your knowledge to the test with these brainteasers, quizzes, and crosswords, and share your results below👇 ➡️ https://t.co/rkrtoRfAJp
#FoodLoss #FoodWaste
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Happy 2025! New years are synonymous with new beginnings. If sustainable living is one of your goals this year, then we are excited to share a brand-new resource to help you get started: A - Z Eco Tips. Check them out on https://t.co/OqVQ0MSGZU
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🗣️ Calling all teachers and educators Give your students a reason to go out and connect with nature this month with NLWA’s school photography competition! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to have your students' work professionally printed, as well as a £250 voucher and
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Happy New Year!! We a few spaces available for the Zero Waste Community Training, do join us! Date: Friday, 17th January, 11:30-2pm Location: Finchley Church End Library, 318-320 Regents Park Rd, N3 2LN Register: https://t.co/cgWic9mP0a
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This holiday season, avoid the waste of traditional wrapping paper. Try these eco-friendly options: 🎁 Reusable fabric with ribbons 🎁 Baskets or drawstring bags 🎁 Wrap presents in old newspapers Join Let’s Go Zero for more tips: https://t.co/XTPTfFbsul
#TeacherActivites
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Planning Secret Santa?🎁 Go sustainable with a second-hand gift swap! Encourage students to bring unused items or shop at charity stores for unique, budget-friendly gifts. For more tips, join Let's Go Zero: https://t.co/XTPTfFbsul
#SecondhandSwap #SustainableGifting #Christmas
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Entries open today! 📆 Our secondary schools photography competition is now open. 📷🎉 Send entries in before 30 January for a chance to win a professional print of the winning photo and £250 for your school. 👩🏫 Read more: https://t.co/zYNpzUUFFn
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We are taking a break until February. We wish you all a very happy festive time, happy Christmas, happy Hanukkah and any other festivity you are celebrating, and an enjoyable hibernation and resting period! Our latest newsletter: https://t.co/NAJ41tvV35
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Thank you to those who attended our workshops at the Festive Upcycled Crafts Market in #FriernBarnetCommunityLibrary. We used only materials easily found at home to create festive (and inclusive) cards, gift wrap, wreaths, gifts and more! Thank you @connectNLWA for the funding
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In the UK, we spend £220M on #Christmas jumpers yearly – and many end up in landfill after just one wear. The solution? ♻️ Host a jumper swap at school Join Let’s Go Zero for more green tips: https://t.co/XTPTfFbsul
#ChristmasJumpers #Teachers
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