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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250325T173000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250325T183000
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SUMMARY:Pinelands High School Academic Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION:Pinelands High School invites you to the first lecture of the 2025 Pinelands High School Academic Lecture Series. \nThe lecture will be given by Professor Annie Chimphango\, Full Professor of Chemical Engineering at Stellenbosch University. She will be speaking about her research on converting agricultural waste into high-value bioproducts\, such as functional foods\, advanced biomaterials\, and biofuels. She will be presenting a lecture titled Chemical Engineering for Advancing Sustainable Development. \nThe lecture will take place on Tuesday 25th March from 5:30-6:30pm at Pinelands High School. \nClick here to register this event. \nYou can view the poster to the event below: \nProf-Chimphango-Poster
URL:https://sustainableschools.natureconnect.earth/event/pinelands-high-school-academic-lecture-series/
LOCATION:The Reeler Centre\, Pinelands High School\, Forest Dr Service Rd\, Pinelands\, Cape Town\, Western Cape\, 7405\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Education,Event,Western Cape
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250524T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250524T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192743
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SUMMARY:Western Cape: In-person Teacher Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Biodiversity Network Teacher Workshop on 24 May 2025! \nWe are calling on all Western Cape schools to join us for an exciting in-person teacher workshop. The school year may be swiftly progressing – however\, it is not too late to learn another trick or two to boost the school’s sustainability efforts! \nThis workshop will be hosted at the beautiful Helderberg Nature Reserve and promises to be a valuable and inspiring morning for all educators passionate about environmental learning. \nRSVP before 21 May 2025\, and don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to meet face-to-face again! \nWhat to expect: \n\nBiodiversity Network themed presentations and discussions with Cape Leopard Trust\nA special presentation on their inclusive children’s storybook\, Footprints in the Fynbos\, with a free copy of the book for all teachers who attend\nPractical learning and teaching tools to implement in your classroom\nOpportunity to connect and network with like-minded teachers\nTransport available on request from ZEEC\nBring along comfortable shoes and a rain jacket in-case for the short\, outdoor part of the workshop.\n\nWe look forward to sharing this enriching experience with you and continuing to support your school’s sustainability journey.
URL:https://sustainableschools.natureconnect.earth/event/western-cape-in-person-teacher-workshop/
LOCATION:Helderberg Nature Reserve\, Verster Ave\, Helderberg Nature Reserve\, Cape Town\, Western Cape\, 7135\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Teacher Workshop,Western Cape
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250719T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250719T110000
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SUMMARY:Trash Bash beach cleanup with Two Oceans Aquarium
DESCRIPTION:Join the Two Oceans Aquarium for a Beach Cleanup on Saturday 19 July 2025. 🌊 \nOnce a piece of plastic is produced\, it becomes part of our environment forever – it cannot break down\, biodegrade\, or become part of the natural system again without human intervention bad news for our marine life.🪸 \nWe all want to enjoy the ocean and its abundance for years to come\, so let’s protect the ocean’s future (and ours) while we have the chance. \nTime: 09h00 to 11h00\nLocation: Sunset Beach\nWhat to bring: Weather-appropriate clothing\, bucket for collecting trash\, water (in a reusable bottle)\, reusable gloves (like the ones you’d use for gardening or doing dishes)\, and a smile! \nAs always\, there will be plenty of fun\, spot prizes and fun to be had while cleaning up this stretch of our coast\, and it’s always a pleasure meeting up with our growing ocean community at Sunset Beach. 🏝 \nLearn more: https://www.aquarium.co.za/events/trash-bash
URL:https://sustainableschools.natureconnect.earth/event/trash-bash-beach-cleanup-with-two-oceans-aquarium/
LOCATION:Sunset Beach\, Milnerton\, Milnerton\,Cape Town\, Cape Town\, Western Cape\, 7441\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Beach Clean-up,Event,Western Cape
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250725T183000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250725T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192743
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SUMMARY:Seal Public Information Evening
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Two Oceans Aquarium for a critical public information session addressing the marine conservation issues that have dominated Cape Town’s headlines\, from elephant seals disrupting traffic flow to concerning rabies outbreaks amongst local fur seals\, these incidents highlight the complex relationship between urban development and marine wildlife. \nThis expert-led session will provide the latest scientific updates on these conservation challenges and examine their broader public impact on our coastal communities. \nFeatured Speakers\nOur panel includes:\nGregg Oelofse – City of Cape Town Marine and Coastal Management\nDr Brett Gardner – Research Veterinarian\, University of Melbourne\nYinhla Shihlomule – SAPRI Predator Specialist \nWhat to Expect\nExpert presentations on current seal-related incidents\nScientific analysis of rabies outbreaks in fur seal populations\nDiscussion of human-wildlife \nWhen: Friday\, 25 July 2025 \nTime: 18:30 \nVenue: Two Oceans Aquarium \nTickets: Free – bookings are essential on Quicket. Please click here
URL:https://sustainableschools.natureconnect.earth/event/seal-public-information-evening/
LOCATION:Two Oceans Aquarium\, Dock Rd\, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront\,\, Cape Town\, Western Cape\, 8002\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Education,Event,Western Cape
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250816T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250816T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192743
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SUMMARY:Western Cape Teacher Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Western Cape Teacher Workshop: 16 August 2025 \nCalling all Sustainable Schools educators! \nDon’t miss an exciting and inspiring workshop designed to build your skills in Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). \nJoin us on 16 August for an exciting hands-on workshop exclusively for teachers! Hosted at the Cape Town Science Centre (CTSC). This is a chance to step into your learners’ shoes and explore fun and meaningful ways to bring science into your classroom. \nA special focus will be placed on Coding and Robotics\, with practical demonstrations on how environmental sensors can be integrated. The CTSC team will also introduce the STEM Clubs initiative\, sharing ideas on how to start or join one at your school. \nAbout STEM Clubs:Launched by the WCED in 2022\, STEM Clubs aim to inspire learners to explore STEM in fun\, informal ways. Clubs are supported with a detailed Teacher Manual\, career posters\, and a resource-rich activity kit. They empower learners to lead\, collaborate\, and grow – often participating in national competitions and club events. \nWhether you’re new to science facilitation or looking to deepen your learners’ engagement with science\, this is a workshop you won’t want to miss!
URL:https://sustainableschools.natureconnect.earth/event/western-cape-teacher-workshop/
LOCATION:Cape Town Science Centre\, 370B Main Road\, Cape Town\, Western Cape\, 7925\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Teacher Workshop,Western Cape
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T192743
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SUMMARY:Community in Action for World Cleanup Day!
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we come together to take care of our environment and make a real difference this World Cleanup Day. Let’s create cleaner\, healthier spaces for everyone! 💚 \n📅 Date: 20 September 2025\n🕙 Time: 10:00 – 13:00\n📍 Location: Ipesika Street\, Greenville\, Cape Town \n✨ Why Participate? \n\nHelp reduce pollution\nMeet new people\nCreate a cleaner & healthier environment\n\n🙌 Bring your gloves\, bring your friends\, and be part of the change. Together\, we can make an impact—one cleanup at a time!
URL:https://sustainableschools.natureconnect.earth/event/community-in-action-for-world-cleanup-day/
CATEGORIES:Event,Western Cape
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