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SUMMARY:How to host a clothes swap Collaborate
DESCRIPTION:Join CAG Devon and CAG Somerset for a relaxed Q&A session to find out more about Clothes Swaps and how your community action group could set one up. \nWe will hear from; \n– Zoey Cooper at Exmouth Town Council \n– Lucy Mottram from Sustainable Bradninch \n– Helena Power from Wellington Methodist Church \n– Laura Buchanan from Kentisbeare Clothes Swap \nJennifer Cooper will also talk about the ‘Swishing Kits’ which are available to borrow across Devon as part of Recycle Devon. \n  \nBook here
URL:https://cagsomerset.org.uk/event/how-to-host-a-clothes-swap-collaborate/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CAG Somerset Event,share shop,Swap shop
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SUMMARY:CAG Somerset Skillshare
DESCRIPTION:Roots to Shoots: Growing inspirational ideas \nDate: 28th March 2025 \nTime: 10:00 – 14:30 \nLocation: ARK at Egwood\, Merriott\, TA16 5QN \nWhat’s in store? \n\nConnect with Matt Smith from the Waffle House in Axminster\, outlining the value of “pro-social environments” and how community action plays a vital role in social connection and social health.\nMake mud balls and seed bombs with Martyn Richards from Agriton.\nGet inspired by Edventure in a workshop focussed on community activators and making rural action happen\nExplore ARK at Egwood’s growing spaces led by Nicola Porter\, Horticultural Lead\nChat at our Chop and Chat session led by Chef Educator Catherine Maxwell\nLearn a new mending technique with Ella Tarnowski’s visible mending Sahiko workshop\nDelve into aspirations for your community group or project at 1:1 surgery sessions with CAG Somerset team\nDonate unused tech and devices to Fixy Project\nRefreshments provided\, including a delicious lunch\nAnd much more\n\nThere will be more activities to follow and if you have any questions please email hello@cagsomerset.org.uk. \nBooking is essential. Tickets are free and open to all. \nBook here – https://buytickets.at/cagsomerset/2056054  \nARK at Egwood is an outdoor site with some covered areas (a Field Kitchen\, polytunnel and indoor classroom). The site is fully accessible with some uneven ground so please wear appropriate footwear for garden tours and the weather! Please also bring coats and warm layers if we don’t have a bright\, sunny Spring day.  We’ll also have lovely warm spaces!
URL:https://cagsomerset.org.uk/event/cag-somerset-skillshare/
CATEGORIES:CAG Somerset Event
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SUMMARY:How to use Canva for posters and marketing
DESCRIPTION:Where: Street Quaker House\, BA16 0EB \n\nDate: 17th March 2026 \nTime: 10:00-12:30 \n\nJoin CAG Somerset for a free *members only* training session to learn how to use Canva to create posters and marketing materials for your community action group. \nWe will cover \n\nUploading and using your photos\nResizing and cropping\nInserting text\, images and graphics\nLayouts and templates\n\nPlease bring a laptop or tablet and don’t forget a charger. It may be helpful to come with an idea of a poster or invite you would like to create. \nRefreshments will be available. \nIf you have any questions about the session please email maxine.anderton@resourcefutures.co.uk \n\nBook tickets via the link below \nhttps://buytickets.at/cagsomerset/2024134 \n  \n 
URL:https://cagsomerset.org.uk/event/how-to-use-canva-for-posters-and-marketing/
LOCATION:Street Quaker Meeting House\, 36 High Street\, Street\, Somerset\, BA16 0EB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:CAG member training,CAG Somerset Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250902T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250902T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T203843
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SUMMARY:What's next for CAG Somerset?
DESCRIPTION:CAG Somerset members\nWe want to hear from you! \nAs a valued member of the CAG Somerset network\, your voice matters. We’re holding an online session to reflect\, refocus\, and re-energise – and we’d love your input.  As we head into a new funding cycle\, we want to ensure we shape our offer to what you want and need. \nPlease help us shape the future of CAG Somerset by sharing your thoughts on the following questions: \n\nWhat’s next for CAG?\nWhat should our priorities be moving forward? Are there new areas or challenges we should focus on?\nAs a group\, where would you like support?\nAre there particular resources\, training\, or connections that would help your work thrive?\nWhat do you like about being part of CAG Somerset?\nWhat’s working well? What do you value most about being part of this community?\nWhat would you like to see more of from CAG?\nAre there events\, communications\, projects\, or opportunities you’d like us to expand?\n\nYour feedback will help us build a stronger\, more responsive network that supports and empowers community action across Somerset.
URL:https://cagsomerset.org.uk/event/whats-next-for-cag-somerset/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CAG Somerset Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250806T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250806T130000
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SUMMARY:Community food roundtable- fridges\, pantries\, larders and cooking
DESCRIPTION:Community Food Roundtable: Supporting the Future of Fridges\, Kitchens\, Pantries and Larders. \nCAG Somerset\, in collaboration with Jill Loader\, Somerset’s Food Resilience Officer\, is hosting a roundtable event for community fridges\, kitchens\, and pantries across the county. \nThis event is open to community groups— including both CAG members and non-members — and aims to bring together community groups to share ideas\, experiences\, and practical solutions to help food projects sustain\, grow and thrive. \nWe’ll be focusing on key topics such as: \n\nBuilding long-term sustainability for community food initiatives\nMaking the most of surplus food from supermarkets and other sources\nSupporting the financial sustainability of projects with funding consultant and chair of ‘Love Glastonbury’ Miranda Millan\nHelping fridges\, kitchens\, and pantries to expand their impact and build stronger local networks\n\nWhether you’re already running a project\, just starting out\, or looking to get involved\, this roundtable is a space to connect\, collaborate\, and find support. \nClick here to buy tickets: https://buytickets.at/cagsomerset/1774022 \nIf you have any questions please email lucy.smith@resourcefutures.co.uk or call 07928 683889
URL:https://cagsomerset.org.uk/event/community-food-roundtable-for-fridges-pantries-larders-and-cooking/
LOCATION:red brick building\, Morland Enterprise Park\, Morland Rd\, Northover\,\, Glastonbury\, BA6 9FT
CATEGORIES:CAG Somerset Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250430T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250430T120000
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SUMMARY:Reuse and repair roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Join CAG Somerset for a roundtable discussion with the team behind the new Glastonbury Reuse Shop \nWednesday\, April 30th | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nThe Red Brick Building\, Glastonbury BA6 9FT \nCome along and hear about Glastonbury Repairs Cafe’s journey of setting up a reuse shop —from securing a grant to finding a location and navigating their early days of operation. \nFeedback from our CAG members indicates a growing appetite in Somerset to expand the repair network into repair\, reuse\, and sharing shops/hubs. With over 30 repair cafés across the county\, many groups are eager to explore additional opportunities. \nThis event is a great event to: \n✅ Share your ideas \n✅ Ask questions \n✅ Engage in lively discussions about setting up a reuse hub\, library of things\, swap shop\, repair shop\, or a new platform type. \nHear about some exciting new funding opportunities tailored for start-up reuse projects! \nThis is a free event. Booking is essential via the link below \nhttps://buytickets.at/cagsomerset/1641825 \nSpaces are open to members and non-members- we welcome all to join this discussion. \nFor more information\, please email lucy.smith@resourcefutures.co.uk.
URL:https://cagsomerset.org.uk/event/reuse-and-repair-roundtable/
LOCATION:red brick building\, Morland Enterprise Park\, Morland Rd\, Northover\,\, Glastonbury\, BA6 9FT
CATEGORIES:CAG Somerset Event,Repair Cafe,share shop,Swap shop
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SUMMARY:Making social media work for you - training session
DESCRIPTION:A CAG and CRP Collaborate session \nTuesday 29th April  \n7pm – 8.30 pm \nOnline  \nFree training for CAG Somerset/Devon and Community RePaint members \nAre you a member of CAG Somerset\, CAG Devon\, or Community RePaint\, and want to learn more about how to communicate effectively on social media? Do you have questions like “How do I reach the biggest audience” or “Is it worth the effort?” Maybe you’re wondering if social media is just a time-sink or if it’s really going to make a difference for your community project. Do you wonder what your goals are on social media? \nJoin Sarah Hargreaves\, Principle Consultant and Behaviour Change Lead at Resource Futures behaviour change team for an informative and practical social media training session. Sarah will help you maximise your impact on social media for your group or project and show you how to leverage platforms to your advantage. \nWhat will you learn? \n\nBest practices for what and when to post\nHow to maximize the impact of your posts\nEffective strategies for getting your message out to your audience\nSocial Media tips\n\nIf you have any questions about this session please email hello@cagsomerset.co.uk \nBooking essential via the link below \nhttps://buytickets.at/cagsomerset/1634681 
URL:https://cagsomerset.org.uk/event/making-social-media-work-for-you-training-session/
CATEGORIES:CAG member training,CAG Somerset Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250423T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T203843
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SUMMARY:Basic filming\, photography and editing skills day
DESCRIPTION:This is a free in-person event for all CAG Somerset members. \nJoin us for a relaxed and supportive day to learn new skills to help communicate the work of your community group. \nWednesday 23rd April  10-3pm @ Cheddon Fitzpaine memorial hall\, Taunton TA2 8JY \nDuring the day you will learn how to: \n– Take photos \n– Make a video \n-Edit a video \n-Ask the right questions in an interview to gain the best answers \nNo previous skills required\, aimed at beginners. \nPlease bring along a fully charged smartphone and a laptop (if you have one\, but don’t worry if you don’t) \nPlease bring some food to share and a reusable cup. \nIf you have any questions please email lucy.smith@resourcefutures.co.uk \nBooking essential via the link below \nhttps://buytickets.at/cagsomerset/1624615  \nLooking forward to seeing you there.
URL:https://cagsomerset.org.uk/event/basic-filming-photography-and-editing-skills-day/
LOCATION:cheddon fitzpaine
CATEGORIES:CAG member training,CAG Somerset Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250318T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250318T200000
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SUMMARY:Community buildings and repair cafes
DESCRIPTION:Join CAG Somerset and the Community Council for Somerset (CCS) for a collaborative session on community buildings and how they can offer their spaces to support the start-up of repair cafes. \nAs part of ‘Village Halls Week’ from March 16th to 22nd\, CAG and CCS are hosting an informative session on how community buildings can support the establishment of new repair cafes within existing communities. Repair cafes are excellent events that unite communities\, fostering cohesion while promoting the principles of repairing\, reducing waste\, and reusing materials. \nMinehead repair cafe\, a CAG Somerset group\,  will share their experience of setting up a recent cafe and guide you through the processes involved\, and the support they received from CAG. \nThere will be an opportunity for questions and conversations. \nSuitable for both community building trustees and people interested in setting up a repair cafe. \nEveryone welcome \nBook your free ticket at the link below \nhttps://buytickets.at/cagsomerset/1552075 \nIf you have any questions please email lucy.smith@resourcefutures.co.uk
URL:https://cagsomerset.org.uk/event/10020/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CAG Somerset Event,community,Repair Cafe
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250308T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250308T153000
DTSTAMP:20260508T203843
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SUMMARY:Repair\, reuse and reimagine: from ideas to action
DESCRIPTION:Repair\, reuse and reimagine: from ideas to action \n🎉 Join us for an inspiring Skillshare event by CAG Somerset! 🌍 \nAre you passionate about reuse\, repair\, waste reduction\, surplus food\, composting\, and sustainable behaviours? Then you won’t want to miss our exciting event! This event is free and open to members and non-members of the CAG networks. \nDate: 8th March 2025 \nLocation: Victoria Park Community Centre\, TA6 7AS \nIn celebration of National Repair Week\, we’re bringing together inspiring projects and community groups to share ideas on repair and reuse. Our event aims to inspire and equip network members\, partners\, and collaborators with new skills\, connections\, and resources to continue strengthening Somerset’s growing web of community groups. \nWhat’s in store? \n\nJen Gale – Author of The of Sustainable-ish living guide and founder of the sustainable -ish online community\, podcast and blog will be with us to talk about her make do and mend journey starting with a year of buying nothing new.\nTech Amnesty & Digital Divide: Join Fixy for an insightful session on the tech circular economy and solutions to bridge the digital divide.\nCommunity Kitchen Magic: Crewkerne Community Kitchen will guide you through setting up a “Chop and Chat” session and community fridge.\nFrugal cooking-using root to flower and making food from scrap: Watch Lesley Gates whip up delicious meals with food surplus.\nNetworking & Discussion: Enjoy lunch provided by Victoria Park Community Centre and indulge in plenty of tea and cake to fuel meaningful discussions around sharing and reuse.\n\nAnd that’s not all—there’s lots more to explore and enjoy! \nCome be a part of this inspiring event and help us build a more sustainable and connected Somerset community. See you there! \nIf you have any questions please email hello@cagsomerset.org.uk \nBook your free tickets at the event below \n\n\nhttps://buytickets.at/cagsomerset/1544436\n 
URL:https://cagsomerset.org.uk/event/repair-reuse-and-reimagine-from-ideas-to-action/
CATEGORIES:CAG Somerset Event,community
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SUMMARY:Community Compost Collaborate
DESCRIPTION:Looking for new year inspiration?This a free online session for CAG Devon and Somerset members to inspire conversations around community composting and share scaling up opportunities. We are also happy to welcome non members to this session.We are thrilled to welcome:Nicky Scott from Proper Job Devon www.proper-job.orgMartyn Richards from Agriton www.agriton.co.ukA member of Loop a community composting initiative in Frome supported by the Frome town council www.loopfrome.org\nBook tickets by following the link below https://buytickets.at/cagsomerset/1499493\nOnce you have booked your space an email will be sent to you with a zoom link
URL:https://cagsomerset.org.uk/event/community-compost-collaborate/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CAG Somerset Event,community
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241126T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241126T200000
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SUMMARY:CAG Collaborate with FareShare South West
DESCRIPTION:Community Fridges\, Kitchens\, Larders and Pantries. \nWe invite you to a free online event hosted by CAG Devon and CAG Somerset and FareShare south west.  \nTuesday\, November 26th – 7pm to 8pm Zoom. \nIf you’re part of a CAG Somerset or CAG Devon community group and want to learn more about how FareShare operates\, this is the perfect opportunity for you. \nHear from FareShare and how they distribute food to community fridges\, pantries\, and larders across Devon and Somerset. \nThis session will also include a Q&A\, allowing time for open discussion. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nIf you have any questions about this event please email: lucy.smith@resourcefutures.co.uk \nClick here to book tickets
URL:https://cagsomerset.org.uk/event/cag-collaborate-with-fareshare-south-west/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CAG Somerset Event,Chop and chat,community,Community Fridge
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SUMMARY:CAG Collaborate session with the Duke Of Edinburgh Awards
DESCRIPTION:Young persons volunteering and skills for the Duke Of Edinburgh’s award scheme [DRAFT]\n\nTue 8 Oct 2024 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM BST  Online\, Zoom\n\nThis a free event on Tuesday 8th October 7-8 pm online via Zoom.\n\n\n\nJoin us for a ‘Meet the Duke of Edinburgh’s award scheme’ collaborative session with CAG Somerset and the DofE Somerset team. \nAre you part of a Somerset community group that would like to encourage younger volunteers? \nDoes your community group have skills it would like to pass on to younger volunteers\, for their skills and volunteering section of DofE? \nWould your community group like the skills and ideas of younger volunteers? \nYou will have the chance to ask any questions about the ‘Duke of Edinburgh’s award scheme\,’ including how it can benefit your community group\, the types of volunteering available\, how you can teach a young person a skill\, and any safeguarding issues you have. \nWe are looking forward to seeing you there. \nTo book tickets click here: https://buytickets.at/cagsomerset/1390150 \nIf you have any questions about this event please email: lucy.smith@resourcefutures.co.uk
URL:https://cagsomerset.org.uk/event/cag-collaborate-session-with-the-duke-of-edinburgh-awards/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CAG Somerset Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240518T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240518T153000
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SUMMARY:Action for Somerset's Future event
DESCRIPTION:A joint event by Somerset Climate Action Network\, Community Action Groups Somerset and Somerset Local Nature Partnership. \nBooking is essential\, click here. \n‘Action for Somerset’s Future’ is an interactive day of developing connection across Somerset communities to encourage climate action and community wellbeing. All are welcome including individuals\, community groups and councils. \nJoin us for panel discussions\, workshops and the opportunity to connect with your local community over tea\, coffee and cake! \nWe will hear from leaders and experts in business\, the public sector and communities who will discuss a range of topics including the circular economy and our vision for 2030. There will be plenty of opportunity for open discussion and participation both in the panel discussions and through fun\, interactive workshops. Attendees will be able to contribute to the development of Somerset’s Local nature  Somerset’s Local Nature Recovery Strategy. \nTo reduce food waste we are asking all attendees to bring their own packed lunch to participate in a community indoor picnic\, this will also help keep the event costs to a minimum and enable us to keep this as a free event. Light refreshments will be provided. We encourage everyone to take their waste home with them to reuse\, compost or recycle responsibly. \nThis event is free to attend\, but please do register\nBooking is essential\, please click here \n——————————————————————————————————– \nProgramme \n10am Refreshments\, introductions and networking \n10:30 Welcome from the organisers – Community Action Groups Somerset and Somerset Climate Action Network. \n10:50 Introductions and framing – A chance to outline our plans for the day and for everyone to get to know each other. \n11:20 Keynote Speaker Trewin Restorick – Winner of the 2020 Global Leader of the Year award\, 2021 Business Green ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’\, and in 2022\, was voted ‘Most influential person in the UK’s recycling and resource sector.’’ \n11:45 Panel discussion: ‘Waste and the circular economy’ – With insights from the local community\, businesses and local government. Panellists include Wivey Kitchen Community Group\, Lily Morton\, Community Liaison Officer for SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK and Mickey Green\, Executive Director for Climate and Place\, Somerset Council.  \n12:30 Interactive workshops – Options for workshops include ‘Barriers to Local Community Action’ and ‘The Circular Economy in Action’ and ‘Peoples plan for climate’. \n13:10 Community indoor picnic (BYO lunch) \n14:00 Panel discussion: ‘Visioning into 2030’ – Our vision\, aims and actions for Somerset as we face the climate and ecological emergency. With insights from the local community\, businesses and local government. Panellists include Anita Roy\, Chairperson\, Transition Town Wellington and Cllr Dixie Darch\, Lead Member for Environment and Climate Change\, Somerset Council.  \n14:30 Interactive workshops – Options for workshops include ‘Somerset’s Local Nature Recovery Strategy’ and  ‘Housing and Somerset CANs Retrofit project’. \n15:10 Plenary session: ‘Actions for Somerset’s Future’ – Summarising the day and defining the actions we want to take forward as a community.  \nThis event is free to attend\, but please do register\, Booking is essential\, please click here \nWe look forward to seeing you! \nThe Somerset Climate Action Network\, Community Action Groups Somerset and Somerset Local Nature Partnership teams
URL:https://cagsomerset.org.uk/event/action-for-somersets-future-event/
LOCATION:The Albemarle Centre\, TA1 1BA\, The Albemarle Centre\,\, Taunton\, Somerset\, TA1 1BA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:CAG Somerset Event
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