Chester World Development Forum

Fri 17th May - "Chester's Got Talent" - alternative Eurovision 2019
2019-05-17 19:00 - 23:59 UTC | St Columba’s Hall, Newhall Road, Chester CH2 1SA
A “PALOVISION” Charity Concert. Music, comedy, ceildh dancing. Drinks bar.
An ‘Alternative Eurovision’ Evening at St Columba’s Church Hall, Newton Lane Chester.
For those wishing to avoid the Eurovision Song Contest in Israel, this event will feature local musical talent and all proceeds will go to benefitting Palestinian charities
Further details from Joseph O’Neill, joseph.oneill777@gmail.com
To perform, contact Linda Jennings: sales@intuneative.co.uk

Mon 20th May - "Unfractured” Film Showing"
2019-05-20 18:30 - 21:00 | Quaker Meeting House Chester, Union Walk, Frodsham Street, Chester, CH1 3LF
Frack Free Dee & Upton have arranged a showing of this film: “A hopeful documentary about fighting with your whole heart, UNFRACTURED follows introspective biologist and mother Sandra Steingraber as she reinvents herself as an outspoken activist and throws herself into a an environmental war that many believe is unwinnable.”
More details www.unfractured.com

Wed 22 May - “A Convenient Truth: A better society for us and the planet”
2019-05-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Quaker Meeting House Chester, Union Walk, Frodsham Street, Chester, CH1 3LF
A talk in the Chester Quaker Economic and Climate Justice Group series. Martin Wilkinson of The Equality Trust will speak on the subject of “A Convenient Truth: A better society for us and the planet”.
“There are ways of moving towards environmental sustainability which would simultaneously bring real improvements in human wellbeing.”
If you would like to attend, please register via Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-convenient-truth-a-better-society-for-us-and-the-planet-tickets-59533598596).
Please feel free to forward this invitation to others who might be interested in attending. In friendship, Diane Williams, Chester Quaker Economic and Climate Justice Group.

Sat 25th May – “Stop Arming Saudi” Silent Vigil
2019-05-25 12:30 - 13:30 | The Cross, Chester, United Kingdom
12.30 – 1.30 at The Cross, Chester. All are welcome to join – please wear black if possible. Organised by Chester CND. Further information chestercnd@gmail.com

Wed 29th May - Chester Friends of Palestine
2019-05-29 19:15 - 21:00 | Room 204, Riverside Building, University of Chester, Castle Drive, Chester, CH1 1SL
Regular group meeting, will include discussion of campaign plans for June-August, and discussion on a proposal for links with Tell village in the West Bank.
Further information: Jane Marshall <janeem48@icloud.com>

Sun 9th June - Fair trade Sale Day
2019-06-09 11:00 - 16:00 | Dodleston Village Hall, Pulford Lane, Dodleston,, Chester, CH4 9NN
After 24 years And Albert is now closed on Chester’s Eastgate Row. Stock from the shop is being sold in a one-off event at Dodleston Village Hall.
There will be an amazing and unique selection of fair-trade products crafts, cards, jewellery, teak root tables, furniture, antique Indian furniture, tables, lighting, picture frames, windchimes, kilims, rugs, wall hangings, throws, cushion covers, glass, toys, instruments and pictures.
For further information call or text Matthew 0787 6748168 or Maria 0777 8912521

Sat 15th Jun - Sustainable Chester Spring Fair
2019-06-15 11:00 - 16:00 | Grosvenor Park, Grosvenor Park Road, Chester
Chester Friends of the Earth are organising this as a great opportunity for groups in Chester to work together and show everyone all the fantastic work that’s going on in our city, from Cycling to Fairtrade, Sustainable Palm Oil, Plastic Free, our stance on Fracking, and more. You can apply for a stall, run craft and speakers sessions with this form: https://helenchesterfoe.wufoo.com/forms/r1ldhiwe0iv314g/
You can book free tickets here – https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sustainable-chester-fair-tickets-60991734921 People are invited to bring a picnic, with all the plastics being collected as part of a Citizen Science experiment (around Plastic Free Picnics).
Further information: Helen Tandy, Chester & District Friends of the Earth Helenchesterfoe@hotmail.com

Tues 18th - 23rd Jun - Refugee Week in Chester
2019-06-18 10:00 - 2019-06-23 17:00 | Various venues
Tues 18th – Sun 23rd Jun – Refugee Week in Chester
Refugee Week takes place every year across the world in the week around World Refugee Day on the 20 June. In the UK, Refugee Week is a nationwide programme of arts, cultural and educational events that celebrate the contribution of refugees to the UK, and encourages a better understanding between communities.
Here is a list of local events in Chester, co-ordinated by the Chester City of Sanctuary Group: Refugee Week Chester 2019

Thurs 20th Jun - City of Sanctuary Talk
2019-06-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Grosvenor Museum, 25-27 Grosvenor Street,, Chester, CH1 2DD
Chester Grosvenor Museum Lecture Theatre – Admission Free

Talk by Jonathon Ellis, Vice-Chair of the national City of Sanctuary Group and opportunity to meet with representatives of the Chester group. Hear personal refugee stories.
This is one of a series of events marking Refugee Week: Refugee Week Chester 2019

Fri 21st Jun - Presentation: defending human & land rights in Brazil
2019-06-21 20:00 - 21:30 | Our Lady’s Parish Centre, 2A Enfield Road,, Ellesmere Port, CH65 8BY
This is a presentation by Jose Batista Afonso, about his work in Brazil as a land rights lawyer and human rights defender. He is in the UK following a visit to Brussels.
He has worked on human rights abuses and killings linked to land rights conflicts in Brazil, this being one of the most dangerous places in the world for land and environmental defenders.
Batista will touch upon his work with the Pastoral Land Commission to achieve social and environmental justice for poor landless communities. It should be a very informative evening.
The presentation will be preceded by Mass at 7.00pm in Our Lady’s Church, celebrating Creation and linking in with CAFOD’s Our Common Home campaign.
All are welcome to join us for the Mass and Batista’s presentation or just for the presentation which should be about 8.00pm

Sat 22nd Jun - Refugee Week, Celebration of Food event
2019-06-22 12:00 - 16:00 | The Unity Centre, Cuppin Street, Chester, CH1 2BN
Unity Centre Cuppin Street, Chester – Admission Free

Come and join the community at Unity Centre for a celebration of food made by local re-settled families, in association with Cheshire Halton and Warrington Race and Equality Centre (CHAWREC).
One of a series of events marking Refugee Week 2019. Refugee Week Chester 2019

Sun 23rd Jun - Chester Cathedral Morning Services
2019-06-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Chester Cathedral, St Werburgh Street, Chester, CH1 2DY
Chester Cathedral – Admission Free

23rd June 10am & 11:30am
Morning services with speaker Nadine Daniel, national refugee welcome co-ordinator for the Church of England.
Part of a series of events marking Refugee Week 2019: Refugee Week Chester 2019

Sun 23rd Jun - Britain on Film "Welcome to Britain"
2019-06-23 15:15 - 17:00 | Storyhouse, Hunter Street, Chester, CH1 2AR
Storyhouse Chester

Britain on Film: “Welcome to Britain” – Collection of archive films looking back at a century of immigration to the UK. The film showing will be introduced by Chester City of Sanctuary group.
Booking in person at Storyhouse or at www.storyhouse.com/event/welcome-to-britain
The final event in the series marking Refugee Week 2019: Refugee Week Chester 2019

Wed 26th Jun - Climate Change Lobby, Westminster
2019-06-26 | Westminster
The Climate Coalition of 120 organisations, including CAFOD and Christian Aid, is organising a mass lobby of Parliament to connect the poor to the powerful by sharing our concerns on climate change with leaders who can make a difference. Politicians will only increase their ambition if they see that we care. They will act if their constituents tell them that they want change. Further information:
www.theclimatecoalition.org/thetimeisnow
www.christianaid.org.uk/campaigns/climate-change/join-climate-lobby
https://cafod.org.uk/Campaign/Climate/Climate-lobby
CAFOD is running a pilgrimage coach from St Clare’s Church on the day for £25 return. Alternatively, a number are going on the 8.55am train from Chester .
E-mail Bridget Fenwick bfenwick@cafod.org.uk to find out more.

Wed 26th June - Chester Friends of Palestine
2019-06-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Room 204, Riverside Building, University of Chester, Castle Drive, Chester, CH1 1SL
At this meeting of Friends of Palestine Andrew Herbert will be giving a talk on his recent visit to the West Bank.
Further information: Jane Marshall at chesterfriendsofpalestine@hotmail.com

Sat 6th Jul - Street campaigning in Chester City Centre
2019-07-06 10:30 - 11:30 | Outside HSBC Chester, 45 Eastgate Street, Chester, CH1 1LR
Meet at 10.30 am outside HSBC, near the Eastgate clock.

Further information chesterfriendsofpalestine@hotmail.com

Tues 9th July – CWDF Forum: Climate Change Apathy?
2019-07-09 18:45 - 21:00 | The Unity Centre, Cuppin Street, Chester, CH1 2BN
Our final Forum meeting before the summer break. We will have a talk by Linda & Stewart Shuttleworth on the theme ‘The psychology of apathy about climate change…and what to do about it!’ They will explain some of the psychological understanding of apathy and inaction in the face of climate change – with the talk leading into some discussion and development of ideas about actions.

Wed 31st Jul - Chester Friends of Palestine: Summer Social
2019-07-31 19:30 - 22:00 | St Werburgh’s Parish Centre, 26 Brook Street, Chester, CH1 3DZ
Film, Bar, Food, Good Company! Come and enjoy an uplifting film, bring and share food, purchase drinks from a proper pub bar with beer on handpumps and tea and coffee; and enjoy the company of others who share your commitment to justice for Palestinians.
The film: Balls, Barriers and Bulldozers – A journey into women’s football in Palestine
This is a 40 minute documentary film which follows players from the Easton Cowgirls and Republica Internationale football teams as they travelled to Palestine in October 2014.
PLEASE let us know if you are coming, how many people you are bringing, and if you are able to bring a dish to share – so that we have an idea of numbers
ChesterFriendsofPalestine@hotmail.com

Tues 6th Aug - Hiroshima & Nagasaki Flower Memorial
2019-08-06 20:00 - 21:00 | The Bandstand, The Groves, Chester
8:00 pm – 9:00 pm The Bandstand, The Groves Chester
A gathering to remember all those who died and suffered as a result of the atomic bombs dropped in 1945, in the firm belief that it must never happen again. All are welcome to meet at the Bandstand for readings, a period of silent reflection and the dropping of flowers on the river. Bring white flowers if you wish. Organised by Chester CND. chestercnd@gmail.com

Sat 17th Aug - Football Match for Palestine
2019-08-17 14:00 - 17:00 | Chester Catholic High School, Old Wrexham Road, Chester, CH4 7HS
2.00pm Chester Catholic High School, Old Wrexham Road, Handbridge, Chester CH4 7HS

Organised by Chester Friends of Palestine chesterfriendsofpalestine@hotmail.com

Wed 21st Aug - Can you solve "Climate Change" from your sofa?
2019-08-21 19:30 - 21:30 | The Custom House, Watergate Street, Chester, CH1 2LB
Discussion hosted by Chester & District Friends of the Earth.
Further information chesterfoe@hotmail.co.uk
19:30-21:30, Custom House, 65 – 67 Watergate Street, Chester CH1 2LB

Tues 10th Sept - CWDF Forum
2019-09-10 18:45 - 21:00 | The Unity Centre, Cuppin Street, Chester, CH1 2BN
6.45pm – 9.00pm The Unity Centre, Cuppin Street, Chester, CH1 2BN
The first Forum meeting of the 2019-20 season. Theme: “The Role of Wetlands in Climate Change” – talk by Dr Christian Dunn (local resident, specialist in Wetland Science and Conservation at the University of Bangor), with Andy Scargill giving a local perspective on the wetland project at Countess of Chester Country Park.
NB: this is a change of programme from that previously advertised. Photographer Jim Holmes will now give his talk at a future date.

Wed 18th Sept - Can you solve Climate Change from your sofa?
2019-09-18 19:30 - 21:00 | The Custom House, Watergate Street, Chester, CH1 2LB
Open session arranged by Friends of the Earth, Chester & District. Meet upstairs at The Custom House pub.

Fri 20th Sept - Global Climate Strike: Chester event
2019-09-20 11:00 - 14:00 | Chester Town Hall Square, Northgate Street, Chester, United Kingdom
Local rally 11am – 2pm – Chester Town Hall Square.
Adults invited to show support for the latest school student strike.
Further information https://www.facebook.com/events/883731235337252/
Christian Aid information: https://www.christianaid.org.uk/campaigns/climate-change/christian-aid-position-global-climate-strikes
Further information also from chesterfoe@hotmail.co.uk

Wed 25th Sept - Chester Friends of Palestine
2019-09-25 19:15 - 21:15 | Room 204, Riverside Building, University of Chester, Castle Drive, Chester, CH1 1SL
Monthly meeting 7.15 – 9.15 pm Room 204, Riverside Building, University of Chester, Castle Drive, Chester, CH1 1SL
Further information: Jane Marshall at chesterfriendsofpalestine@hotmail.com

Mon 30th Sept - A Chocolate Evening with Chester Quakers
2019-09-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Quaker Meeting House Chester, Union Walk, Frodsham Street, Chester, CH1 3LF
The evening will be a mix of Quaker history and beliefs, current ethical business practices – and the pleasure of eating chocolate!
If you would like to attend, please register (free of charge) on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-chocolate-evening-to-celebrate-quaker-weektickets-65640306925
Contact: Diane Williams, djw0417@btinternet.com

Sat 5th Oct - Chester Friends of Palestine Street Stall
2019-10-05 10:30 - 12:30 | Eastgate Clock, Chester
10.30 – 12.30 The monthly campaign stall, held 1st Saturday of the month.
Meet below Eastgate Clock outside HSBC, Eastgate St. Chester CH1 1LR ChesterFriendsofPalestine@hotmail.com

Fri 11th Oct - Quiz Evening
2019-10-11 19:30 - 22:00 | St Columba’s Hall, Plas Newton, Chester, CH2 1SA
An annual Quiz Night, arranged in conjunction with Churches Together in Upton. Admission on the door; £2, nibbles provided, teas and coffees served, bring your own wine. Quiz arranged for teams of 4 to 6 – either pre-arranged or made up on the night – so if you are “unattached” do please come along! Not too serious, always a very enjoyable evening.
Proceeds to CAFOD and Christian Aid.
bernard.payne691@btinternet.com

Sun 13th Oct - "Singing for Justice, Singing for Peace"
2019-10-13 16:00 - 17:30 | Caldy Valley Neighbourhood Church, Caldy Valley Road, Chester, CH3 5PR
A Christian Aid United Service. Offerings for Christian Aid. katyrowe@gmail.com

Wed 16th Oct - An evening of Climate Action
2019-10-16 18:45 - 21:00 | Quaker Meeting House Chester, Union Walk, Frodsham Street, Chester, CH1 3LF
. 6:45pm – Coffee & Chat
7.00 – Keep Positive (Mark Thompson) & Kick off Climate Action Campaign
Further information: chesterfoe@hotmail.co.uk
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/keep-positive-lets-kick-off-climate-action-tickets-71123679841
