The Woodland Trust has launched a new project to help protect trees in the urban environment. The Street Trees project needs your help!
We're entering into an exciting new era for your urban environment. We are looking for either existing community groups or groups of neighbours to come together and host events to celebrate their street trees, and show their appreciation of these trees to the local council. Are trees right up your street? Did you know that around 82% of people in the UK live in urban areas with even more spending much of their daily lives in town and cities? "Trees play an integral role in UK culture; they are our roots in nature and make our world more habitable. But we take them for granted in our modern urban societies." If you recognise the beauty and value of trees in our urban areas, then the Street Trees project is right up your street. What is the Street Trees project? The Woodland Trust has a vision for the future of towns and cities, where people and trees live alongside each other in harmony. Trees have always been there for you; cleaning your air, cooling your streets, making sure the place looks classy. Now they're in trouble and they need your help. We are here to help communities and local authorities work together to find solutions that ensure the survival of our cherished trees. But we need your help to show how important your street's trees are to you and your community. With the support of the players of the People's Postcode Lottery we have created a Celebration Starter Kit for Street Trees, to help you celebrate the trees on your streets by holding events or parties that get your community together. The resource packs are full of materials to help you celebrate your trees, learn more, and show your council and neighbours how much you appreciate your trees. They are suitable for all ages and there's also lots of information on practical ways to protect your trees and let your council know how important they are. We also want to showcase inspiring ideas and events throughout the summer and autumn, and in November 2017 we'd like everyone that is participating in the project to show how much they care for their local trees by taking part in a tree dressing day as part of National Tree Week. We'll then celebrate the efforts of participants with an awards ceremony where the biggest and best events will be given the spotlight to shine. The more groups that can get together and the more events and celebrations they can run the greater chance there is that their street will be chosen for an award. It's all about celebrating your community and showing your local government how important trees are to you. It really is as simple as that. You can apply by going onto our website and completing the online application form, ensuring that you answer all of the questions and provide as much detail as possible, and also upload a photo as well if you can. We hope this will inspire you to apply to the Street Trees project. Find out more and apply for your Celebration Starter Kit today at https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/get-involved/street-trees.
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As you may be aware, Green Day will be playing at Bellahouston Park (behind the Palace of Art) on Tuesday, 4th July. Also appearing on the bill are Rancid , Slaves and potentially an opening act. The current running times are as follows: Event Timings Soundchecks - 12pm to 1.30pm Doors Open - 2pm Opening Act - 4pm - 4.45pm Slaves - 5pm - 5.45pm Rancid 6.15pm - 7.15pm Green Day - 8pm - 10.30pm Please Note: These times are subject to modification and pyrotechnics will be used throughout the performance. We hope to minimise any disruption to the local area, therefore we have set up an enquiry/ info email address: [email protected] and a direct contact number (07388 454 800) should you wish to raise a concern. We are on site from Tuesday, 27th June until Friday, 7th July inclusive. Working days will operate between 8am to 8pm, except show day which will be 8am on Tuesday 4th July - 3am on the 5th July. We do not expect to be making any noise except to test the PA on the afternoon of Monday, 3rd and from 10am onwards, until close on Tuesday, 4th July. Road Closures & Restrictions 1. Paisley Road West will be closed from Broomload Road to Helen Street between 9.30pm and 11.30pm on Tuesday, 4th July 2017. 2. Dumbreck Rd will be closed from Mosspark Boulevard and Paisley Road West, Nithsdale Road from Dumbreck Rd to Maxwell Drive between 10.30pm - 11.30pm on 4th July 2017. Please Note: This closure will be implemented at Police Scotland’s discretion if they deem it necessary. 3. The following will have Local Resident Access only between 12.00pm - 11:30pm on the 4th July 2017:-
4. No waiting restriction between 4pm on Monday, 3rd July and 11:30pm on 4th July 2017. On park side only.
5. No Waiting restriction between 4pm on Monday, 3rd July and 11.59pm on Tuesday, 4th July 2017.
6. Road ahead closed-Local access only Paisley Road West from Edmiston Drive to Broomloan Road. Parking passes will be distributed to residents prior to show day, by mail drop. Each residence will be provided with 2 car passes as standard. We of course realise that this may not be enough, so please email the aforementioned address to request more, should it be needed. We will have roaming security, stewards and litter teams around the area and park extremities to observe and assist where needed and road closures/restrictions will be monitored by stewards. For further information or if you have any queries, please contact [email protected]. Kind Regards PCL Presents...
‘Go Grow Glasgow’ are holding a number of workshops to find out more about people’s needs and wishes when it comes to urban growing and would like to invite you or anyone that might be interested to one of our workshop sessions. Whether you're a keen gardener, involved in a community growing project, hold an allotment or have never been involved in a community growing project before, we would like to hear from you.
23rd June – The Bridge Art Centre. Workshops are being at 9am / 12:30pm / 5:30pm and it would be great if you could let us know which one you are attending by getting in touch with Hannah ([email protected]). You can also drop in throughout the day 10am -7pm Please come along to share your thoughts on growing opportunities within the local area. 28th June - Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre Workshops are being at 9am / 12:30pm / 5:30pm and it would be great if you could let us know which one you are attending by getting in touch with Hannah ([email protected]). You can also drop in throughout the day 10am -7pm Please come along to share your thoughts on growing opportunities within the local area. 6 July 2017 - Kinning Park Complex Please drop-in between 4-7:30pm! Please join us to discuss opportunities, experiences and demand for growing across Glasgow. If you can't make it along, but are still interested in sharing your views, we would be delighted if you could complete this short, 3 question survey. Any questions please do not hesitate to get in touch! Many thanks and we look forward to seeing you soon! All welcome and all venues are fully accessible. Please see attached a flyer with information about a consultation for the redevelopment of Pacific Quay. The event is being held on Thursday 22nd June at The Hub
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