There are lots of green-minded events and activities taking place throughout September - be sure to check back throughout the month as more are added to this page. For the most up-to-date timings and locations for the events you are interested in, please click the links.
Tuesday 2 September: Hive Meeting & Potluck Supper
Kingston Hive is run by a group of volunteers passionate about the community and the planet. Bring some food and join them for a meal and find out about their great work. Full details on the Kingston Hive website.
Wednesday 3 September: Rose Walk Rewilding
Conservation & Rewilding Day at Rose Gardens Local Nature Reserve on the River Hogsmill in Berrylands. Book a space on Eventbrite.
Wednesday 3 September: Eco grief circle
The climate and ecological crisis can feel overwhelming. This is a safe space to share difficult feelings with like-minded people. It can be very healing to realise you're not alone, and to be able to express fear, sadness and other emotions with others who understand. Book a space on the Kingston Hive website.
Thursday 4 September: Happy Kingston Collage at Tudor Drive Library
An afternoon of art and creativity, self-care, good vibes, mindfulness and connection with other like-minded individuals. Full details on the Kingston Hive website.
Saturday 6 September: Repair Café Kingston
The Transition Town Kingston Repair Café aims to help upskill the community, keep repairable stuff out of the waste system, cut carbon emissions, and save you money - along with refreshments and chat. Get details on the TTK website.
Sunday 7 September: Kingston Carnival Green Zone
This will be based in the grounds of All Saint’s Church with emphasis on sustainability, recycling and promoting sustainable transport. And with the best of intentions the Carnival itself is moving towards a green future using electric vehicles where possible and banning single use plastics. Find out more on the Kingston Race and Equalities Council website.
Sunday 7 September: Compost Workshop
Come along for a practical workshop on what to put on your compost heap and what not to, and learn how to help your compost heaps (and worms) to do their good work. Please wear sensible shoes and gardening gloves. Hosted by members of the Canbury Community Garden.
Saturday 13 September: Clothing Repair Workshop
Longevity is the essence of building your own sustainable wardrobe, and being able to repair your favourite pieces means you will be able to rewear them over and over again. Join Harriet, founder of slow fashion brand Saywood, to learn beautiful decorative stitch techniques you can use to mend and repair your much loved pieces and breathe new life into well-worn clothes. Full details on the Kingston Hive website.
Saturday 20 September: Bitesize Efficient Homes Show
A free event where you can find out how to cut your energy bills, discover renewable technology and make your home more comfortable. It’s free to attend and full details can be found on Eventbrite.
Sunday 21 September: Kingston family-friendly autumn bike ride
Join KCC on the eve of World Car Free Day for our final fun-packed family-friendly ride of the year! Starting in Fairfield (meeting by the park pavilion, opposite The Albion pub), this easy-paced ride is designed with all ages and cycling abilities in mind. Find out more on the London Cycling Campaign website.
Thursday 25 September: Visit to the Beddington Energy Recovery Facility (ERF)
Discover what happens with non recyclable waste in Kingston, and how waste is recycled into energy. Attendance is limited and on a first come-first serve basis. Email the Climate Action Team to book your place (13.30 - 15.30).
Thursday 25 September: Happy Kingston Collage at Hook and Chessington Library
An afternoon of art and creativity, self-care, good vibes, mindfulness and connection with other like-minded individuals. Full details on the Kingston Hive website.
Saturday 27 September: Join us and Jam!
Join the Save The World Club team for jam making of both sweet and musical varieties. Visit their website to get jamming.
Saturday 27 September: Open Eco-House Weekend (Day 1)
Local residents who have improved the energy-efficiency of their homes and reduced their energy bills will open their homes to visitors interested in doing the same, answer their questions, and dispel some of the misinformation around. There are different types of homes to visit over the weekend. Visit the Transition Town Kingston website for full details.
Sunday 28 September: Open Eco-House Weekend (Day 2)
Local residents who have improved the energy-efficiency of their homes and reduced their energy bills will open their homes to visitors interested in doing the same, answer their questions, and dispel some of the misinformation around. There are different types of homes to visit over the weekend. Visit the Transition Town Kingston website for full details.
Sunday 28 September: Flower Arranging
Highly talented and gentle Larissa will share her skills and knowledge of flower arranging, enabling us to take some small posies home. Full details on the Kingston Hive website.
Tuesday 30 September: Climate Collapse Conversation
A candid but supportive discussion about adaptation plans for Kingston. Danielle O'Shaughnessy, Director of Kingston Hive will lead discussion and share information about local adaptation plans, resilience programmes and what is happening in community organisations and the environmental movement in London and across the UK. Full details on the Kingston Hive website.
Tuesday 30 September: Green Drinks
Hosted by Transition Town Kingston for anyone who'd like to connect with other green-minded people and find out more about green groups and events in Kingston. 7.30pm, Spring Grove pub, Bloomfield Road, KT1 2SF. Look out for the Green Drinks sign on their table.
