Scrappies in Stretton this Summer!

Shropshire environmental education charity "Scrappies" (The Shropshire Childrens Recycling, Art, Scrap Store) are dedicated to re-using hard to recycle waste streams to inspire young people and artists in Shropshire.  Every year they collect tonnes of bits of fabric, plastics and all manner of left overs from local businesses and residents and use it for arts-based educational work. 

Schools, teachers, artists and parents from all over the county can visit their "Aladins Cave" in Church Stretton and buy reclaimed materials.  They also offer school visits and art workshops all with an environmental theme to encourage the next generation to reduce, reuse and recycle more and more of their waste.

This year, thanks to a grant from Shropshire Council, Scrappies will be able to put on a programme of children’s workshops during the school holidays, starting with this year’s summer holidays. These workshops are always very popular and advance booking is essential. Call them on 01694 722511 to book a place for your child.  The dates for the workshops are as follows:

• 2nd August 2012 – ‘Bug Boxes’
• 9th August 2012 – ‘Windsocks and Windmills’
• 23rd August 2012 – ‘Butterflies and Dragonflies'30th August – ‘Fantasy Fish’ 
• 30th August 2012 – ‘Fantasy Fish’