Image: Brisbane City Council 'Night Adventures' event[/caption] What's on in Brisbane today to help you live more sustainably, with less impact, support locally grown and made, and to build uplifting connections with your local community. In the times of Coronavirus, many events are being offered online so you can partake from the comfort of home, but in Queensland we are also fortunate that some events are taking place with social distancing in place. Remember your hand sanitiser and hygiene measures, and BYO bag and reusable water bottle. Northey Street City Farm in Windsor runs regular workshops and short courses where you can learn practical skills and how to live sustainably, ranging from bee-keeping to making cheese to basket weaving to growing vegetables seasonally. Northey Street City Farm progam here
NOVEMBER 2020
1 November - Sustainable living: Nature journaling Take some time out in nature and be inspired by the calming practice of nature journaling. Join a short stroll in and learn the basics, slow down, engage your senses, and take the time to observe and record what you see, hear, and feel. This event is free. Register your interest here > 2 November - Yoga at Boondall Wetlands Start your day with some yoga in beautiful Boondall Wetlands. Yoga allows us to release and strengthen our bodies and bring peace to our minds. This event is free. Register your interest here > 4 November - Creating homes for stingless bees Get in on all the buzz by joining Dr Tobias Smith to celebrate our new pollinator garden at Downfall Creek Bushland Centre. Dr Tobias will create a second hive for the new pollinator garden by splitting the resident native stingless beehive. You'll also learn about the great diversity of bee species, bee-friendly plants, and much more. This event is free. Register your interest here > 7 November - Family forest discovery walk Join a volunteer-led fun and engaging guided walk along with one of the many tracks in Karawatha Forest. Parents, grandparents and carers can relax and learn with their little ones, while volunteer guides share their knowledge of local flora and fauna along the way during this family-friendly adventure. This event is free. Register your interest here > 7 November - Nurri Millen Totem Trail walk at Boondall Wetlands Join one of the knowledgeable volunteers from Boondall Wetlands Environment Centre on this all-abilities 2 kilometre walk, where participants can also observe the distinct changes in vegetation and understand the uniqueness of Boondall Wetlands. This event is free. Register your interest here > 7 November - Ocean Creatures Alive Join a fun and interactive activity where children will meet and touch live marine creatures. Children will also learn about marine and shoreline environments, as well as the animals that rely on these habitats for survival, and get the chance to handle seashore treasures. This event is free. Register your interest here > 7 November - Sustainable Seminar Series: Safe feeding of native birds with Darryl Jones Love birds? Do you welcome these feathery friends into your garden? Join this fascinating two-hour workshop with bird scientist Darryl Jones as he discusses the research behind his book Feeding Birds at your table. Discover how our curiosity for feeding Australia's native birdlife may impact their behaviour and survival. Learn safe, healthy, and natural food alternatives, jam-packed full of goodness, designed purely by nature to support these cheeky, enchanting, and beautiful backyard visitors. This event is free. Register your interest here > 8 November - Pollinator Week nature walk in the wetlands 8-15 November 2020 is Australian Pollinator Week which acknowledges our important and unique insect pollinators. Join our volunteer guides on a fun pollinator–themed guided walk, as they traverse the beautiful landscape at Boondall Wetlands. This event is free. Register your interest here > 8 November - Sustainable living: Nature journaling Take some time out in nature and be inspired by the calming practice of nature journaling. Join a short stroll in and learn the basics, slow down, engage your senses, and take the time to observe and record what you see, hear, and feel. This event is free. Register your interest here > 9 November - Yoga at Boondall Wetlands Start your day with some yoga in beautiful Boondall Wetlands. Yoga allows us to release and strengthen our bodies and bring peace to our minds. This event is free. Register your interest here > 10 November - Birdhouse gourds One of the earliest domesticated plants, gourds have been used by many cultures for the purposes of food, kitchen tools and musical instruments. Decorate a gourd, grown in our kitchen garden, to create a beautiful birdhouse to hang in your garden. All materials provided. Bookings required. For more information and to book call 07 3403 2535. 13 November - Pollinator Week nature walk at Karawatha Forest 8-15 November 2020 is Australian Pollinator Week which acknowledges our important and unique insect pollinators. Join volunteer guides on a fun Pollinator – themed guided walk, as they traverse the beautiful landscape out at Karawatha Forest. This event is free. Register your interest here > 13 November - Night adventures Enjoy a guided 2 kilometre night-walk with staff from the Council's environment centres and discover the wonders of the botanic gardens after dark. This event is free. Register your interest here > 14 November - Guided walk spoken in the Arabic language The volunteers at Karawatha Forest Discovery Centre sometimes offer guided walks in languages other than English. This walk will be spoken in the language, Arabic, where participants will learn about the local flora and fauna on a guided walk within Karawatha Forest. This event is free. Register your interest 14 November - Painting threatened flora Discover and get to know some threatened plants of the Brisbane region. Choose one to observe more closely and then - in the style of artist William Morris - use pattern and repetition to create a colourful design of the leaves, flowers and fruit. All materials provided. This event is free. For more information and to book call 07 3403 2535. This event is free.14 November - Bushland wildlife Meet live wildlife you may find in our local bushland, and even in our backyards at Karawatha Forest discovery centre. Children will have an opportunity to get up close and personal while learning about snakes, frogs, birds, lizards and more with a wildlife expert. This event is free. Register your interest here > 14 November - ONLINE SEMINAR: Superfoods in your garden Here in Brisbane, we can grow many amazing superfoods that help to maintain or return to health. Find out how to grow, harvest and use aloe vera, turmeric, chia, yakon and other common superfoods. Presented by Morag Gamble from Our Permaculture Life. Bookings required. Please note that this event will be delivered live via Zoom. 15 November - Canoe discovery for adults Explore Norman Creek on a guided canoe paddle with staff from Council's Environment Centres. Have fun out on the water, meet like-minded people, and learn about Brisbane's waterways, wetlands, and wildlife. All equipment and complimentary cuppa supplied. This event is free. Register your interest here > 15 November - Pollinator Week nature walk in the wetlands 8-15 November 2020 is Australian Pollinator Week which acknowledges our important and unique insect pollinators. Join volunteer guides on a fun pollinator–themed guided walk, as they traverse the beautiful landscape out at Boondall Wetlands. This event is free. Register your interest here > 15 November - Sustainable living: Nature journaling Take some time out in nature and be inspired by the calming practice of nature journaling. Join a short stroll in and learn the basics, slow down, engage your senses, and take the time to observe and record what you see, hear, and feel. This event is free. Register your interest here > 15 November - 'Painting Wreaths' with 2020 Artist-in-Residence, Michelle Pujol This month will see Artist-in-Residence, Michelle Pujol, explore the floral forms through a fun workshop on illustrating floral wreaths. In this workshop, Michelle will start with some basic watercolour techniques. She will guide students through the soft layering of colour, creating floral form and layout to create a finished wreath illustration. Once confident with some of these techniques, the group will head out into the gardens to practice their new skills. This event is free but bookings are required.16 November - Yoga at Boondall Wetlands Start your day with some yoga in beautiful Boondall Wetlands. Yoga allows us to release and strengthen our bodies and bring peace to our minds. This event is free. Register your interest here > 18 November - ONLINE SEMINAR: Growing orchids Phalaenopsis orchids are among the most popular indoor plants in the world, and with the right care will provide many years of enjoyment. During this seminar, commercial orchid grower David Furness will discuss the origin and background of the Phalaenopsis orchid and share top tips for how to help these stunning plants to thrive. Please note that this event will be delivered live via Zoom. Bookings required. 19 November - ONLINE WORKSHOP: Gourmet edible flowers Learn how to create gourmet finishes with edible flowers. Edible flower author and expert Linda Brennan will share her knowledge and delicious practices during this class where you will learn a range of techniques to preserve the beauty, flavour and fragrance of edible flowers. These techniques include crystallising, drying, making flower ‘dust' and flowerfetti. Please note that this event will be delivered live via Zoom. Bookings required. Find out more information 21 November - Bird watching for beginners Come along and learn how to watch and identify birds, and gain an appreciation of birds that live in Brisbane. Karawatha Forest is the perfect location for birdwatching as it is the largest remnant bushland within Brisbane City, making it the ideal habitat for many different types of birds. This event is free. Register your interest here > 21 November - Family forest discovery walk Join a volunteer-led fun and engaging guided walk along with one of the many tracks in Karawatha Forest. Parents, grandparents and carers can relax and learn with their little ones, while volunteer guides share their knowledge of local flora and fauna along the way during this family-friendly adventure. This event is free. Register your interest here > 21 November - Family walk in the wetlands Parents, grandparents and carers can relax and learn with the kids while volunteer guides share their knowledge of local flora and fauna along the way during this family-friendly adventure. Designed for all abilities, the 2 kilometre Billai dhagun track winds through several different vegetation communities, from eucalypt forest to mangroves and saltmarsh. Your guide will highlight points of interest and help identify plants and animals you may see along the way. This event is free. Register your interest here > 21 November - Water gardens Water gardens are a beautiful way to enhance your garden, while creating habitat for frogs, snails, fish, lizards, insects and birds. Learn about the different types of plants you can use, and how to create and maintain your own water garden at home. This event is free but bookings required.22 November - Sustainable living: Nature journaling Take some time out in nature and be inspired by the calming practice of nature journaling. Join a short stroll in and learn the basics, slow down, engage your senses, and take the time to observe and record what you see, hear, and feel. This event is free. Register your interest here > 22 November - Shoot for the stars pottery and adventure walk Come along to this fun workshop to make some weird and wonderful aliens, asteroids and rockets from clay. Get active and healthy by taking a walk on the Hide and Seek Children's Adventure Trail for fun and fitness. This event costs $5. Register your interest 22 November - A healthy Christmas (nutrition education & hands-on cooking class) See how easy it can be to 'healthify' your Christmas without taking away all the fun! Get hands-on with nutritionist Penny Benjamin as she guides you, in small groups, to cook up a Christmas storm, showing you some simple tricks to make your appetisers, mains and desserts just that little bit healthier this festive season. Plus, who doesn't love a good taste test along the way? This event costs $5. Booking are required.23 November - Yoga at Boondall Wetlands Start your day with some yoga in beautiful Boondall Wetlands. Yoga allows us to release and strengthen our bodies and bring peace to our minds. This event is free. Register your interest here > 27 November - Night adventures Enjoy a guided night walk with staff from Council's environment centres and discover the wonders of Downfall Creek Bushlands after dark. Participants will explore a 1200-metre trail. This event is free. Register your interest here > 28 November - Frog Hollow family walk Relax and learn about the Karawatha Forest with the kids. Volunteers share their knowledge of local flora and fauna along the way to Frog Hollow during this family-friendly adventure. This event is free. Register your interest here > 28 November - Meet wildlife neighbours Meet some live native animals usually found in the wetlands, bush and even in our backyards. Children will have an opportunity to get up close and personal while learning about snakes, frogs, birds, lizards and more with a wildlife expert. This event is free. Register your interest here > 28 November - ONLINE SEMINAR: Planning for abundance Having a plan and knowing what to plant and when throughout the year is one fundamental key to successful gardening. Learn how to eat seasonally and locally from your backyard as horticulturist Claire Bickle shares the philosophy of growing and eating well. Please note that this event will be delivered live via Zoom. This event is free.29 November - Sustainable living: Nature journaling Take some time out in nature and be inspired by the calming practice of nature journaling. Join a short stroll in and learn the basics, slow down, engage your senses, and take the time to observe and record what you see, hear, and feel. Nature journaling can be a wonderful form of meditative expression. This event is free. Register your interest here > 29 November - A healthy Christmas (nutrition education & hands-on cooking class) See how easy it can be to 'healthify' your Christmas without taking away all the fun! Get hands-on with nutritionist Penny Benjamin as she guides you, in small groups, to cook up a Christmas storm, showing you some simple tricks to make your appetisers, mains and desserts just that little bit healthier this festive season. Plus, who doesn't love a good taste test along the way? This event costs $5. Booking are required. 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