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SKILLS-SHARING WORKSHOP & 'DEVELOPMENT'
Date: Sun 13th July 2008
Time: 2pm to 5pm
Venue: London Mennonite Centre (Just off Archway Road), 14 Shepherds Hill, London, N6 5AQ. Nearest Tube: Highgate (Northern line): 5 mins walk: (Take the Archway Road exit).
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Take action against consumerism and wastefulness whilst contributing to a more sustainable and peaceful world. At this forum, located in a beautiful setting in North London, you will be able to learn, or brush up on skills, that will not only be empowering but will also help save resources.
Please note that whilst the title of the workshop is as above, the theme is mindfulness and presence. We will be inviting ourselves towards these qualities, as we move through the process of learning and sharing skills. Tea/biscuits provided!
"But waste not by excess, for God loves not the wasters." (Qur 'an: 7:31)
Skills that will be taught at this workshop include (You can choose any one):
A) KNITTING:
Learn the three skills needed to complete a basic project (like a scarf) - Casting on the needle; knit and purl stitches; and binding off.
B) DARNING: Learn to repair small holes in socks and other clothing. If you like, you are welcome to bring any item that you would like to work on with support. It is interesting to note, that the mending of one's clothes was also a practise that the Prophet Muhammad (May Peace be upon him) would engage in.
C) PUNCTURE REPAIR: Learn how to do it, and make better use of your bike!
Alternatively, there is the option of:
D) A DISCUSSION ON 'DEVELOPMENT'. Using a short text by Wolfgang Sachs, we will reflect on the meaning and historical use of the term 'development' and its implications. We will also consider the meaning of the term 'sustainable development'.
The above workshops will all take place simultaneously, so you'll need to choose just one. Near the end, we will have the option of coming together to share experiences and any insights. The forum will also include: a catch-up/feedback on recent environmental events; a background to LINE; fundraising; and future possibilities.
This initiative is being offered free of charge, and we are grateful for the time and presence of those who have offered their skills.
REGISTER: It will help (but is not essential) if you register by emailing to let us know you are coming: Simply email: skillshare_july2008 [AT] lineonweb.org.uk - Either way, please aim to arrive at the start time.
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