6-12th March: National Tree Week CEF events in Skibbereen and Dunmanway with Coillte and the ESB saw dozens of new trees planted in community spaces again this year...

9th March: Waste Plenary Session, Green Works, Farranferris College Fascinating talks form Mairead Morrissey, AWN Consulting; Dr. Mary Stack and Claire Kelly, Cork County Council on the reality of our domestic waste stream and the story of two innovative community projects dealing with Waste. Video footage available soon.

17th March: St. Patrick's Day Parade, Cork City 'Happiness' was the theme... Michael needed no more excuse than that to dress up as a tree! Check us, our rickshaws and our friendly man-sized tree out here.

21st March: Book Launch 'Fleeing Vesuvius', Cork City library CEF hosted the Cork launch of the latest FEASTA publication 'Fleeing Vesuvius: Overcoming the Risks of Economic and Environmental Collapse' which featured a riveting talk by one of the contributing authors, David Korowicz (who survived a bus crash to get there by the way). You can watch it here, or download and listen to it here.

6-8th April: Environ 2011 Colloquim, UCC
CEF will have a stand at this fantastic annual event - the largest annual gathering of environmental researchers in Ireland. Hopefully see you there.

13th April: Water Conservation Workshop, Mayfield CDP
As part of the 2011 Lifelong Learning Festival, CEF water guru Tony Cain will be hosting a free workshop starting at 2.30pm. All welcome.

14th May: 'THE LOST MESS MONSTER' Children's Arty Waste workshop
Following on from our brilliant children's series of art and craft workshops through 2010, CEF creative genius Jessica Mason will be leading another recyclables fun-fest. Details and pictures here.

22nd May: UN International Day of Biological Diversity
Two great free events to celebrate this special day. First off, a Wildflower Walk at Beaumont Quarry, Cork City. Secondly, a tour of Glengarriff Nature Reserve also marking 2011 as the UN International Year of Forestry. All the details here.

May: Biodiversity Plenary Session
Part of our series of open meetings with key local speakers and time for discussion and networking.

10-12th June: Cork City Volunteer Fair, City Hall
We'll be there - make sure you are! This was a huge event in 2010.

13th July: Green Drinks
For all interested in sustainablility and environmental affairs. No formal agenda - an opportunity for social networking. Franciscan Well, North Mall 7-8pm.

9th August: Green Drinks
For all interested in sustainablility and environmental affairs. No formal agenda - an opportunity for social networking. Franciscan Well, North Mall 7-8pm.

6-8th September: Adult Education and Training Exhibition
Make sure to come and visit us if you find yourself at this fantastic exhibtion at City Hall.

10th September: Rebel Pedal! 2011
Our much loved Rebel Pedal takes place as part of the An Post Rebel Tour again this year. On your bike!

29th September: Cork Environmental Forum AGM
All welcome. Drinks and short films along with the formal business, including committee elections.

12th October: Green Drinks
For all interested in sustainablility and environmental affairs. No formal agenda - an opportunity for social networking. Franciscan Well, North Mall 7-8pm.

9th November: Green Drinks
For all interested in sustainablility and environmental affairs. No formal agenda - an opportunity for social networking. Franciscan Well, North Mall 7-8pm.

15th December: CEF ENVIRONMENTAL AWARDS 2011
Our end of year celebration of the inspired work that has enriched Cork's environment. Awards for Community & Voluntary, Business & Commercial, Public Sector, Individuals, and Cork County's Best Community Garden. Firkin Crane, Shandon.

Septic Tank Plenary, Oriel House, Ballincollig, 10th February 2012.
This information Workshop (supported by Engineers Ireland, Cork) is designed to provide a realistic understanding of the Water Services Amendment Bill (2011). Full details will be available shortly.

Framework for Sustainable Development for Ireland
CEF will be making a submission on this important document. The deadline for submissions is Wednesday 29th February 2012. These can be made directly to fsdi@environ.ie.

National Tree Week 4th – 10th March 2012 We would like to support groups/ communities who would like to plant trees, organise a woodland walk or locate heritage trees in your area. Please get in touch if you are interested in getting involved in any activity during the week.
"When you plant a tree, you plant a legacy."-- Pepper Provenzano.

St. Patrick’s Day Festival 17th March 2012 Would you like an excuse to dress up and have fun while helping to promote CEF by participating in the float at the Cork St. Patrick’s Day Parade? Do let us know. This is a great annual event which showcases the diversity, creativity and imagination of Cork.