Book of Leaves

Using Feasts & Festivals to Build Community - Sam Bishop


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Sam Bishop is the CEO of Neighbourhood Network which runs the wonderful Street Feast event due to take place this 25th & 26th of May. We’ll delve into the importance of bringing communities together in public spaces and how that helps create a climate just future. There are so many great initiatives to follow on socials but you can find them all via Neighbourhood Network's website or via their Instagram @neighbourhoodnetworkirl or @streetfeast.


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  • [01:15] Plea for Kildare Wildlife Rescue oiled birds crisis
  • [05:45] Sam introduces himself
  • [10:10] The positive impacts of stronger communities
  • [14:35] What street feasts is
  • [22:50] Tips for lowering the environmental impact of street feasts
  • [24:50] Any stand out moments / stories from Street Feasts
  • [26:30] What Neighbourhood Network’s aims are
  • [30:15] How Another Love Story festival combines community, arts, and climate
  • [35:15] Extra suggestions – cycling
  • [39:05] Vision for the future


Also Mentioned:

  • Green Sod Ireland land trust
  • WWOOF
  • CAT Centre for Alternative Technologies
  • Home Together
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