Sumac Skill Share Programme
These workshops are all run for free by volunteers. Our aim is to build our confidence and skills by sharing the skills we already have. This will help to prepare us for climate change and peak oil. If you have any skills you could share, or something you would like to learn, get in touch.
Currently sessions are aimed at adults, and children must be accompanied. Donations towards the cost of the workshops are very welcome.
To book onto a workshop: simply contact us by phone or e-mail! Bookings are only required where stated - otherwise just turn up on the day.
Email: skillshare@eastsideclimateaction.org.uk
Phone: 07944 889580
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Saturday March 28th, Lo-tech Future
9.30-12.30: Low carbon cooking. Limited numbers – please book.
In a time when oil, gas and wood are coming into short supply, learn how to build a super-efficient cooking stove that works using twigs alone. This hands-on workshop will lead you through the steps of building a basic rocket stove.
Solar Hot Water 9.30 – 12.30. Limited numbers – please book.
An introduction to heating water using solar power, including how to make your own panels.
12:30: Lunch.
A delicious and nutritious community meal for donations.
1.30 - 3pm: What Crisis?
What is the climate / resource crisis we are facing? Why aren’t we trying harder to stop it? Join in discussions on what we can do as a community.
3.15 – 5.45pm: Linux for beginners
Fed up with Microsoft? Linux is a free alternative to Windows that is written by people for people. This workshop will give you basic skills to get more out of Linux. Bring your laptop (if you have one!)
3.15 – 5.45pm: Bike maintenance: Brakes & Gears
Make cycling EVEN better by learning how to maintain your brakes and gears yourself. Bring your bike.
3.15 – 6.15pm: 12 volt electrics & pedal power. Limited numbers – please book.
Learn how to rig up a solar electric system and convert a bicycle, car alternator and rubber band into a 50w electrical generator.
Coming soon from the Sumac Skill Share
May 23rd: Sowing and Growing
The Sumac Centre
The Sumac Centre is Nottingham’s radical social centre and resource space. It provides resources for community groups, campaigns and people interested in environmental protection, social justice and animal rights. Amazingly, it is run entirely by volunteers and anyone can get involved. Resources available include computers, a printing press, a radical library, and meeting spaces.
Sumac Bar: Thursday-Saturday, 7.30-11pm: Local real ales and other delicious alcoholic and soft drinks. It’s a private members bar, but its easy to join and guests are welcome!
People’s Kitchen: Saturday 6.30-8pm: Cheap, delicious and nutritious pure vegetarian meal cooked by local expert volunteer chefs!
The Sumac Centre245 Gladstone Street
Forest Fields
Nottingham NG7 6HX