Events for 8 June

• Birminghamcuttingco2.org pledge points
  This is your opportunity to make a commitment, cut carbon and contribute to a cleaner Birmingham.
  Venue: Various locations
  Time: 08:00 - 18:00
• The country comes to town
  Come and visit a wide range of conservation information stalls and see the Nature Centre animals!
  Venue: Nature Centre, Cannon Hill Park, B5 7RL.
  Time: 10:00 - 16:00
• Birmingham present and future
  A multimedia exhibition, including architectural models, brings the future to life.
  Venue: Baskerville House, Centenary Square
  Time: 11:00 - 17:00
• Don't bin IT, recycle IT
  Get rid of unwanted IT equipment like computers, monitors and phones - watch hard drives and data shredded while you wait.
  Venue: Centenary Square
  Time: 11:00 - 18:00
• Dr Bike
  Bring your cycle for a health check with a professional bike mechanic.
  Venue: Centenary Square
  Time: 11:00 - 18:00
• Exhibition stands and stalls
  A wide variety of stands, exhibits and stalls on the environment and climate change.
  Venue: Centenary Square
  Time: 11:00 - 16:00
• Gaming fun
  Test your skills with our informative and fun computer games.
  Venue: Centenary Square
  Time: 11:00 - 18:00
• George Irvin's Family Fair
  Low carbon fairground rides - a giant carousel and helter skelter.
  Venue: Centenary Square
  Time: 11:00 - 18:00
• Schools Junk Art competition
  Recycled sculptures produced by Birmingham schoolchildren.
  Venue: Centenary Square
  Time: 11:00 - 18:00
• Sustainable transport exhibits
  Hybrids from top of the range to the ordinary white van and the latest in hydrogen fuelled vehicles.
  Venue: Centenary Square
  Time: 11:00 - 18:00
• Tai chi and chi kung
  Free classes for health and well-being. Join in sessions for all ages and levels of mobility.
  Venue: Centenary Square
  Time: 11:00 - 13:00
• Urban village of the future
  What will the bank, supermarket or energy provider of the future look like? Find out from leading companies.
  Venue: Centenary Square
  Time: 11:00 - 18:00
• Summerfield Eco Village: visit our Eco Show Home
  See how a run-down Victorian property has been developed into an environmentally friendly family home.
  Venue: 43 Gillott Road, Summerfield, Edgbaston, B16
  Time: 12:00 - 16:00
• The Midland Youth Jazz Orchestra
  MYJO's three talented bands play a selection of jazz favourites.
  Venue: Centenary Square
  Time: 13:30 - 15:30
• Old home, super home: energy tour of Walsall Ecohouse
  Tour of Victorian semi which has dramatically reduced carbon emissions and energy bills.
  Venue: Gorway Road, Walsall, WS1 (full address given on booking)
  Time: 14:00 - 18:30
• The Tandy Brothers
  Live music.
  Venue: The Stage, Centenary Square
  Time: 15:30 - 16:00
• Tea dance (with music provided by the Midland Youth Jazz Orchestra)
  Professional instruction will be available from Richardz Dance and Fitness, so come and try your hand at a waltz, swing or foxtrot. Alternatively, sit and watch with a cup of fair trade tea or bring your own picnic.
  Venue: Centenary Square
  Time: 16:00 - 17:00
• Birmingham past, present and future
  A photographic exhibition on Birmingham's past and how it's moving towards its future.
  Venue: Victoria, Chamberlain and Centenary Squares
  Time: All day/various times
  
• Framing the city
  Take a seat - and look at the city through new eyes.
  Venue: Victoria, Chamberlain and Centenary Squares, the Bullring and Brindleyplace
  Time: All day/various times
  
• Schools Litter Charter poster exhibition
  Artwork produced by Birmingham schoolchildren.
  Venue: Victoria Square, Centenary Square and Central Library foyer, Chamberlain Square
  Time: All day/various times
  
• Street theatre and performances
  Look out for Eco Girl, the Waste Warriors, Land Phil the human rubbish tip, and many more!
  Venue: Victoria Square, Chamberlain Square, Centenary Square, New Street
  Time: All day/various times