Leith Open Space Events – Page 10

Opening Doors to environmental action

Francis Kahembwe meets Sarah Boyack MSP at the Scottish Parliament for the first of two days observing her work in environmental issues.

Welcome to Francis Kahembwe, the first person to take part in Opening Doors 2008, the Leith Open Space political ‘shadowing’ scheme. As Francis, a forestry expert from Uganda, is particularly interested in the politics of conservation and environmental management we began by introducing him to Sarah Boyack, Labour spokesman on the Environment and Rural Affairs in the Scottish Parliament. As luck had it we arrived the day of the Climate Change debate! Continue reading “Opening Doors to environmental action”

Poetry in motion in Dalmeny Street Park

Jonathon Baxter unmissable in Guantanamo orange suit draws a crowd to Poets’ Corner which opened in the glorious sunshine of Parklife 2008. Another great success for Friends of Dalmeny Street Park. Continue reading “Poetry in motion in Dalmeny Street Park”

Help wanted on Leith Museum stall

If you have time to spare why not join the Leith Museum campaign stall at Leith Festival Gala in Leith Links on Saturday 7 June. Continue reading “Help wanted on Leith Museum stall”

Volunteers wanted for summer school

Here’s an opportunity to get involved in an inspiring intercultural project working with young people from low-income families. The YWCA Roundabout Centre is looking for volunteers to help with their summer school and play scheme during July. No qualifications needed (training is given) and volunteers from black and ethnic minority communities are particularly welcome. Continue reading “Volunteers wanted for summer school”

How to take part in politics and public life

If you are interested in politics there is still time to apply for the very interesting political mentoring project about to be launched by LINKnet, Edinburgh’s minority ethnic mentoring service. But only just! The deadline is Monday 19 May. Continue reading “How to take part in politics and public life”

Blossoming May

Another busy month in Leith and this newsletter offers just a glimpse of what is going on. There is groundbreaking discussion between faith groups (Seeking World Peace and Faith and Feminism) and hard work in community gardens (see Persevere and Redbraes). There is also sad news that Edinburgh Refugee Centre is closing but we congratulate them on their achievements over the last four years and look forward to their celebration in June.

One last celebration for Edinburgh Refugee Centre

Edinburgh Refugee Centre is closing after four years of service to asylum seekers and refugees in the city. But they are not just fading away. During International Refugee Week in June the Centre will end with a party to celebrate what they have managed to achieve for hundreds of vulnerable people. Continue reading “One last celebration for Edinburgh Refugee Centre”

Faith and feminism

Women of all faiths, and none, are invited to take part in a discussion about faith and feminism at YWCA Roundabout Centre, Gayfield Place on Wednesday 14 May, 7.00 pm. If you know anyone who would be interested, pass on the news. Continue reading “Faith and feminism”

Help wanted to create Redbraes Community Garden

An outdoor classroom, a haven for wildlife, and room to grow fruit and vegetables: this is the plan on the drawing board for Redbraes Community Garden. Now the organising committee just need some help to make it happen on the ground.

Synchronised digging at Persevere

Groundbreaking work at Persevere Community Garden, thanks to Mary Moriarty whose appeal at the Port O’ Leith produced some very welcome voluntary help. Continue reading “Synchronised digging at Persevere”