Upcoming events.

Lewisham - Small99's People, Planet, Pint™: Sustainability Meetup
Nov
11

Lewisham - Small99's People, Planet, Pint™: Sustainability Meetup

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Come and join us for our regular People Planet Pint in their inhouse bar but with a chance to learn about this wonderful example of a sharing economy.

About 10 mins walk from Lewisham Station and handy for any bus that goes through the centre of Lewisham. Look out for the steps on the right as you enter Engate Street. Once you're inside, we're at the top of the building.

Pop down to your local People Planet Pint meetup to find more about what's going on locally with sustainability and how you can get involved.

No pitches, powerpoints or panels. Just People, Planet, Pint/s.

Your local meetup is a great place to start your journey or continue learning, and meet diverse people to chat about life and how we can sustain it. Every job is a climate job, so come along and learn about how you can take action, as well as what is going on locally.

We welcome everyone, regardless of their experience or background. People Planet Pint is a space where everyone can feel comfortable learning about sustainability and sharing their ideas.

Afterall, creating a sustainable future requires connected communities. And what better way to bring everyone together than over a drink?

Your Volunteer Hosts

Anne Barrett started Climate Confidence to help small business owners feel empowered about combating climate change. She uses the Small99 Action Box, Carbon Reduction Fundamentals to help business teams develop an action plan for carbon reductions. She is also a Fresk facilitator, running workshops to help with understanding the causes and effects of climate change, also with the outcome of a plan for reducing carbon emissions. She’s proud to live in the London Borough of Lewisham.

Elodie Baran strives to make a meaningful impact by encouraging sustainable living and raising awareness of human activity's effect on the planet, after having dedicated 25 years to the hospitality industry. She is passionate about fostering collaboration, mentoring others, and advocating for a more sustainable and compassionate future. As a facilitator of the Circular Economy Collage Workshop, Elodie works to raise awareness of the climate crisis, emphasising resource reuse and waste reduction. She is also a community gardener, deeply committed to reconnecting people with nature. Originally from France, Elodie has been based in London for over a decade, after 11 years in Costa Rica.

Our Sponsor

KRYSTAL are an award-winning, 100% renewably powered web hosting provider, with datacentres in the UK, US, & Europe. They are climate positive, and their approach centres on value, quality and transparency.

We are delighted to announce our partnership with Krystal (the UK's only B Corp web hosting/cloud provider), and welcome them on board as sponsors of the People, Planet, Pint events.

This means the first 10 drinks are on Krystal at every event, and has allowed us to invest and upscale the series to accelerate action on climate change.

Simon Blackler is the founder of KRYSTAL, and Co-Founder of MillionTreePledge.

About Small99, Founders of PPP

At Small99, our vision is to build resilient & prosperous communities & companies. 

We host the UK's fastest-growing sustainability meet-ups, People Planet Pint and People Planet Pastry, which now take place in over 140+ cities across 15 countries, with around 80 events a month. 

We’re also breaking the mold of traditional sustainability training by empowering teams with the confidence and ownership over positive actions they can take with in person experiences. 

Since 2023, we have directly trained over 3,000 businesses on Net Zero and carbon reduction and have reached over 50,000 businesses with our events and digital tools.

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The Blueprint to Becoming Investable
Nov
4

The Blueprint to Becoming Investable

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The Blueprint to Becoming Investable

​SeedLegals is joining forces with BLUE GARAGE for an evening of practical insights and real conversations about what makes a business truly investable.

​We’ll start with a short talk on building a strong brand and understanding the legal essentials — from term sheets to cap tables — followed by an open pitching session where founders can share their ideas and get live feedback from experts.

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Renee Materials x Orto Print Screen Print Workshop
Nov
1

Renee Materials x Orto Print Screen Print Workshop

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Saturday 25th October 10am - 4pm 

Renee Materials x Orto Print Workshop

Work with a wide variety of reclaimed materials from Renée Materials, including textiles, paper, and other unique substrates. What makes these materials special is that they’re rescued from industry waste and given a new creative life during our ‘waste-free’ workshops.

Explore the screen printing process with an array of pre-exposed screens. This will give you the chance to experiment with different techniques and ink types, allowing you to go beyond design and truly experience screen printing.

Achieve a unique outcome by exploring colour and layering of designs with unique materials.

You will walk away with samples of screen prints. Give you the knowledge of screen printing but also how to reuse materials….

About us

Renée Materials provides creative materials - sustainably and affordable! As the UK's first hybrid marketplace for reclaimed creative materials, we offer rescued materials from the industry, ranging from fabric, yarn, paper, leather, packaging, metal, wood, paint and more

Orto Studio is a screen printing workshop in Lewisham specialized in fabric printing. They work with a wide range of clients on projects within fashion, costume, interiors and with artists, architects and more.


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Here Also CIC Screening
Oct
24

Here Also CIC Screening

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How to actively shape the digital future for human good?

As part of Get Online Week, HERE ALSO CIC is hosting a special screening of the award-winning documentary, The Social Dilemma. The film will be followed by networking and a critical discussion focused on empowering ourselves to navigate and thrive in this digital age with the ultimate goal of benefiting humanity.

Short Synopsis:

"We tweet, we like, and we share— but what are the consequences of our growing dependence on social media? As digital platforms increasingly become a lifeline to stay connected, Silicon Valley insiders reveal how social media is reprogramming civilisation by exposing what’s hiding on the other side of your screen."

HERE ALSO works to tackle the digital divide.

Sponsored by Blue Garage Innovation Hub

A member of the Good Things Foundation

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Lewisham Circular Grants Event
Oct
23

Lewisham Circular Grants Event

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Does your organisation have a plan for tangible, local climate action? Maybe you’re planning solar panels for your community centre or have ways for your small business to cut down on plastics waste. Lewisham’s Climate Funds could help.

Join us on October 23rd for the launch of the funds. An evening for community organisations, businesses and social enterprises to connect, share ideas and spark collaborations. Find out more about the funds, and your organisations eligibility.

Our Climate Grants programme, currently consists of:

  • The Community Energy Fund (Round 3) – supporting community-led projects that reduce carbon emissions, improve energy efficiency, and build resilience to climate change.

  • The Repair, Reuse, Recycle Business Grants (Round 2) – helping local businesses cut waste, grow sustainably, and save on energy use.

These funds are part of Lewisham’s commitment to supporting climate action. By investing in local initiatives, we aim to promote clean energy, waste less, tackle fuel poverty, create green jobs and bring communities together, creating a better future for us all.

The event will include:

  • inspiring case studies from previous grantees

  • Information and guidance on applying for the grants

  • breakout discussions to explore collaborative opportunities for projects and speak directly with our fund managers

  • networking over sustainable refreshments

Please register for free – your RSVP will help us confirm catering numbers and avoid food waste.

Apply for grants and find out more at: https://lewishamclimategrants.commonplace.is/

For questions, please contact our climate team: climate@lewisham.gov.uk

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BLUE GARAGE: DEMO DAY
Oct
16

BLUE GARAGE: DEMO DAY

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Step into the future of hardware innovation and circular design. This Demo Day celebrates ambitious founders rethinking products, production, and economies for a sustainable world.

About the Event

Join us for an evening of hardware showcases, founder pitches, and community networking.

The Blue Garage accelerator supports ventures working at the cutting edge of advanced manufacturing, robotics, new materials, and circular systems. This Demo Day is your chance to see them in action.

Evening Schedule

5:00pm — Drinks & Networking
Kick off the evening with a welcome drink and conversations with founders, investors, and partners.

5:45pm — Tour of Blue Garage
Explore our co-working, prototyping, and micro-factory facilities.

6:15pm — Start-up Exhibits
Meet the founders at their stands, test prototypes, and see breakthrough products first-hand.

7:00pm — Founder Presentations
Concise, high-impact pitches from hardware innovators designing for circularity.

8:00pm — Closing Drinks & Networking
Keep the conversation flowing, explore collaborations, and celebrate bold ideas.

9:00pm — Close

Why Attend?

  • Discover emerging hardware and advanced manufacturing ventures.

  • Explore circular design approaches to product innovation.

  • Meet ambitious founders, investors, and industry leaders.

  • Experience the Blue Garage community shaping the future of making.

A quick word from our sponsor
Solid Solutions will share how the SOLIDWORKS Entrepreneur Program supports makers, designers, and startups.

GDPR Notice: By registering for this event, you consent to your registration details being shared with the event sponsor, Solid Solutions.

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Earth Set: Build - The Finale
Oct
14

Earth Set: Build - The Finale

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Earth Set: Build - Lunchtime Webinar Series for Climate Founders

We’ve never done anything like this before. Earth Set: Build is our new six-part lunchtime webinar series for early-stage climate founders - practical, fast-paced, and completely free. Think of it as a lunch-and-learn: 45 minutes, 12:30–1:15pm, where you grab your sandwich and we deliver insight you can use straight away.

 

Each session tackles a core startup challenge - the non-technical stuff that makes or breaks your venture - with expert guidance, real-world examples and time for your questions.

 

The Line-Up

Mon 22 Sept – Product-Market Fit & Startup Realities - Paul Finch

Thurs 25 Sept – Climate Tech Policy: Who’s Who & What Matters - Sarah Mackintosh

Mon 29 Sept – Press, PR & Finding Your Story - Abigail Smith

Thurs 2 Oct – Brand Building from Day One - Monika Sieminska

Mon 6 Oct – Legal Basics for Climate Startups - Mitesh Jagatia

Thurs 9 Oct – Fundraising Fundamentals - Pippa Gawley

Tues 14 Oct – In Person at Blue Garage, Lewisham
 The Finale - A half-day (12.30-5.30pm) hands-on session in one of London’s most exciting maker spaces. Includes lunch, networking, leadership coaching from our very own Fiona Howarth and a guest speaker TBC. A fun chance to properly work on your ideas with peers and the Earth Set community.

 Finale tickets £25 — choose “Full Series + In-Person Finale” at checkout.


 Register once, join any session - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/earth-setbuild-tickets-1553202162479?aff=oddtdtcreator
 And please pass this on to any climate founders in your network.

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Grow London Local Coffee Friday
Oct
3

Grow London Local Coffee Friday

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Join us for a coffee and connect with like-minded business owners in your local area.

Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur based in London and looking to meet like-minded founders?

Join Grow London Local's Coffee Fridays, where you can engage in friendly conversations, share knowledge, and enjoy great coffee (and pastries) with local entrepreneurs and small business owners!

Why you should attend

  • Free coffee and pastries

  • A chance to meet our Grow London Local team of Business Support Managers and book a free consultation.

  • Meet new potential business partners, or connect with old ones who share similar goals and challenges.

  • Our Business Support Managers can help you identify your business needs and direct you to the free support available.

Reserve your spot today.

Location: Blue Garage, Lewisham, 30 Engate Street, SE13 7HA

Date & Time: Friday 3rd October, 2025, 10am - 12pm

Event Disclaimer: Please note that photos and videos may be taken during this event for promotional purposes. If you prefer not to appear in any photos or videos, please inform the event host upon arrival.

If you have any questions about this or any other Grow London Local event, please contact us at eventenquiries@growlondonlocal.london

Unable to attend the Coffee Friday? You can still book a free consultation with our business support managers.

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reCamera Vision AI Workshop
Sept
28

reCamera Vision AI Workshop

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Seeed Studio and Ultralytics are organizing a VISION AI workshop in London! Welcome to join us!
Special thanks to Blue Garage for offering the space and hosting this event with us!

What you will experience:
✨ Train Your Ultralytics YOLO Model from Scratch
🔧 Hands-on with reCamera - an open-source, tiny size, modular AI camera
🍻 Afterparty: Beer, Pizza, Project Show & Tell + Chats with AI Experts

The workshop is scheduled for 14:00 - 17:30, and after a 30-minute break, we will have an after party with food and drinks as well as show & tell session at 18:00 - 21:00.

Free event, no fees required. Enthusiasm for tech is a plus! :))
Please bring your own laptop and charger for the workshop!

If you do not know us yet, here is a brief intro:

Blue Garage is London’s largest and most vibrant innovation community, built for creators, doers, startups, and early-stage professionals. Its 38,000 sq ft space offers a range of possibilities, including offices, fixed desks, meeting rooms, photo studios, and makerspaces for wood, metal, textiles, CNC, and 3D printing.

Seeed Studio is a global leader in open hardware, empowering digital transformation with cutting-edge Edge AI and IoT products, from smart sensor networks and edge computing to cloud platforms — along with customization services.

Ultralytics is a leading AI company dedicated to creating transformative, open-source computer vision solutions. As creators of YOLO, the world's most popular real-time object detection framework, Ultralytics empowers millions globally—from individual developers to enterprise innovators—with advanced, accessible, and easy-to-use AI tools.

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Create Code Meetup
Sept
19

Create Code Meetup

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Creative Code Meetup - Sep 2025

Agenda:

  • 6:00 pm: CheckIn & Networking

  • 6:30 pm: Welcome by Suyash Joshi & Sponsor Message by Blue Garage

  • 6:35 pm: Andrea Fiorucci - "LedON: Fast Reflexes, Pure light, No screen". LedOn is a fast-paced, 1v1, reflex-driven, physical game with a twist;
there is no traditional screen! Instead, two players face off on a one-dimensional
battlefield made of a flexible LED strip. Each player uses a custom controller to strike,
activate power-ups, and push a pulsing light toward the target to obtain points and claim victory.
The game is all about reflexes, timing, and smart use of strategy. It is quick to learn,
exciting to play, and brings competition to life through pure light and touch.

  • 7:15 pm: Phil Jones - "Geek Music Theory with GoldenPond" - details coming soon

  • 7:55 pm: Suyash Joshi - "Hacking Robots for fun" - details coming soon
    8:30 pm: Wrap up & Close

Speakers:

Andrew Fiorucci works as a research associate and learning technologist at Goldsmiths, University of London. Alongside this, he is pursuing a part-time PhD focused on game-based learning approaches. He is passionate about designing interactive experiences that blend play, technology, and education. In his my free time, he enjoys building physical games.

Phil Jones is an electronic musician, programmer, digital artist and music software developer who works with soundtracks for contemporary dance and exhibition openings, and writes software in a number of contexts. All these activities can be found via his personal music site : http://synaesmedia.net

Suyash Joshi is a creative technologist, evangelist and and experienced software engineer who enjoys hacking with IoT sensors. He obtained Masters at Goldsmiths and Bachelors at University of Michigan and is the organiser of the Creative Coding & AI meetup.

Sponsor: Big thanks to our venue host, Blue Garage - fantastic maker space providing the community, content and tools for hacker and makers in London!

Call for Future Sponsors & Presenters
We’re planning future Creative Code Meetups and are looking for the following, please message the organizer or comment below if you’re interested as:

  • 🎤 Presenter: Talks, demos, installation art, live performance etc

  • 🤝 Sponsor: Venue, refreshments, or support

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BRAG Three Curtain Raiser Event: Your Gateway to Business Growth
Sept
11

BRAG Three Curtain Raiser Event: Your Gateway to Business Growth

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Ready to scale your business to new heights? The stage is set for our most ambitious programme yet!

We're thrilled to announce that BRAG Three is expanding beyond Lewisham to welcome scalable businesses across the entire South East London region. This is your opportunity to join an exclusive ecosystem of growth-focused entrepreneurs and unlock unprecedented support for your business journey.

What Awaits You:

🧠 Elite Mastermind Group
Secure your place among up to 15 carefully selected scalable businesses in our exclusive mastermind collective. Connect, collaborate, and accelerate alongside like-minded entrepreneurs who share your ambition for growth.

💰 £5,000 in Grant Funding
Compete for one of five £1,000 grants awarded to the top-performing businesses. Turn your innovative ideas into reality with direct financial backing.

☕ Dean's Business Breakfast Sessions (NEW)
Start your mornings with purpose at our newly launched breakfast sessions, where strategy meets community over great coffee and even better conversations.

🏙️ Mentoring in the City Sessions (NEW)
Access high-level mentoring right in the heart of London's business district. Learn from seasoned professionals who've navigated the path you're on.

Why BRAG Three?

This isn't just another business programme – it's a launchpad for ambitious entrepreneurs ready to scale. Whether you're looking to expand your market reach, refine your business model, or connect with investors, BRAG Three provides the network, knowledge, and capital to make it happen.

The curtain is rising on your next chapter. Will you be center stage?

Ready to transform your business? Applications are now open for South East London's most dynamic growth programme.

Register here for the BRAG programme:


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Kickstart Your Make/100: A Creator Meetup
Sept
4

Kickstart Your Make/100: A Creator Meetup

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Come hang out with fellow creators for a relaxed Kickstarter Make100 meetup!

15-Minute Creator Talk + Q&A

​We’ll kick things off with Rob Hallifax, a London-based product manager and Kickstarter expert who has successfully funded ten campaigns, raised nearly $400,000 and broke two world records. (This one and this one!)

​He’ll share his real-world experience running a Make100 campaign, the highs, the challenges, and what he wishes he’d known. After the talk, we’ll open it up for a 15-minute Q&A so you can ask your own questions.

Quickfire 2-Minute Intros

​Got a skill, service, or product that can help Kickstarter creators? Or looking to team up with others? We’ll have a round of 2-minute intros to speak about themselves and how they can help.

​Here are a few people who plan to take part:

David Cullimore and Nick Silvester – Intellectual Property Lawyers
IP Asset helps creators build and extract value from their ideas through commercially relevant and strategic intellectual property advice.

Duncan Raban – Photographer
Known for his expressive, people-focused photography that captures emotion, energy, and story.

Ross Cullum – Storytelling & Pitch Coaching
Business Speech & Communication Coach who helps founders craft their story and deliver them confidently.

Want to be added to this list? Contact me with your name, professional title, and a short description (under 20 words).


Itinerary

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Welcome & Networking (with refreshments and casual drinks)

7:00 PM – 7:30 PM: Rob Hallifax with audience Q&A

7:30 PM – 8:00 PM: Quickfire 2-Minute Intros

8:00 PM – 8:30 PM: Networking & Tour of Blue Garage

It’s a casual, friendly space to swap stories, learn from each other, and find collaborators. Whether you’re just curious about Make100 or already planning your campaign, you’re welcome to join!

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Re-Print Workshop
Aug
24

Re-Print Workshop

Join us at the new Blue Garage Print Room for our first of many screen print workshops.

Discover how screen printing can breathe new life into faded, discolored, or marked garments. This hands-on workshop will guide you through the process of creating a design using experimental garment printing techniques and hand-cut stencils.

You will spend the day creating unique designs, hand cutting stencils and applying them to the garments using a variety of inks and processes.

All you need to bring are the garments you wish to upcycle! Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.

All ages are welcome.

BOOK YOUR TICKET HERE

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Kickstarter x Blue Garage: Crowdfunding Creators Meetup
Jul
29

Kickstarter x Blue Garage: Crowdfunding Creators Meetup

​Join us for an informal evening of conversation and connection at the Crowdfunding Creators Meetup, hosted by Kickstarter and Blue Garage. This event is all about bringing together designers, hardware founders, and anyone interested in crowdfunding to exchange ideas, share experiences, and build a supportive community.

We'll be joined via video by Nathan Nalevanko, Kickstarter’s Senior Outreach Lead for Design and Tech, who will lead a session on "How to Launch your Product on Kickstarter". He’ll share practical tips on how to plan, launch, and grow a successful campaign.

Michael Korn will also talk about BLUE GARAGE’s unique facilities and how the space supports makers and innovators at every stage. He’ll also answer your questions about accessing tools, workshops, office spaces, and the collaborative environment that helps creators succeed followed by a tour of Blue Garage.

BOOK TICKETS HERE


Event Itinerary

​​18:00-19:00 - Arrival, mingle, grab refreshments
19:00-19:30pm - Nathan Nalevanko with audience Q+A
19:30-19:45pm - Michael Korn with audience Q+A
19:45-20:00pm - Tour of Blue Garage
20:00-20:30pm - Mix + mingle

​Whether you're preparing to launch or just curious about crowdfunding, this is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and get inspired.

See you at the event!

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Green Tech Innovation Mixer
Jul
17

Green Tech Innovation Mixer

Join us at BLUE GARAGE for a co-hosted celebration of the launch of Eco Ventures Counsel and BLUE GARAGE makerspace in Lewisham!

Eco Ventures Counsel is a new legal pro bono programme through which the world’s leading law firms provide free full-service legal support for early greentech ventures (startups, spinouts and social enterprises) across the UK, in annual cohorts. The programme also provides bespoke IP support from a leading IP firm.

EVC Cohort 1 launched on 1 May 2025 and EVC will accept applications in August for Cohort 2 which will launch in November.

BLUE GARAGE is a new coworking space in Lewisham for the makers and creators, which already hosts a close community of 60 green/climate tech innovators and has space for more to join!

We’d love to see you if you’re a green/climate tech innovator or otherwise involved or interested in the green/climate tech ecosystem! We’ll have welcome remarks at 4pm with networking before and after, and you’ll able to take a tour of BLUE GARAGE to check out the incredible space.

Come for the food and drink, stay to learn about the support that EVC and BLUE GARAGE offer to climate innovators and make valuable connections with innovators and other players in the green/climate tech ecosystem.

BOOK YOUR TICKET HERE

www.bluegarage.org

https://ecoventurescounsel.com/

Looking forward to seeing you there!

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London Climate Tech Meet-up
Jun
5

London Climate Tech Meet-up

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This event is for a community of people in and around London who are passionate about climate change and technology.

This event is in partnership with Carbon13 and Blue Garage.Join us for an exciting evening of climate tech innovation, community, and connection!
www.bluegarage.org

https://carbonthirteen.com/

Meet climate tech founders and innovators, and connect with the Carbon13 + BLUE Garage communities.

Whether you're building, investing, or just curious about the future of climate tech, this event is for you.

We can't wait to see you there!

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Staying Ahead of Tech / Shaping Digital Futures
May
21

Staying Ahead of Tech / Shaping Digital Futures

Global Shapers London Hub III and the Blue Garage are thrilled to invite you to Staying Ahead of Tech aspart of Shaping Digital Futures, a hands-on workshop series that will supercharge your tech skills, spark new ideas and give you the tools to thrive in the fast-evolving digital world.

Global Shapers is a worldwide community of active changemakers across more than 500 local hubs, backed by the World Economic Forum.

Join us to explore how AI can help you understand the skills required for different career paths, try out cutting-edge tech, and discover practical tips to boost your digital skillset. Plus, learn about the Blue Garage venture-building program, where your ideas could turn into funded prototypes!

 

Date: 21st May

Time: 6-7:30pm

Location: The Blue Garage, 30 Engate Street, SE13 7HA

 

SIGN UP HERE TO JOIN US

 If you have any questions about this or future events, please email shapingdigitalfutures@gmail.com

 

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Threads For The Future
May
15

Threads For The Future

We are asking for a £15 donation for the ticket fee to support building our community events and Textile Lab. If you are not able to donate right now we would still love you to come along, using the code: BLUETHREAD for free tickets.

This immersive evening brings together visionary makers, designers, and supporters to explore what’s next in sustainable textile innovation across all industries. From fashion to interiors, health to technology; textiles are everywhere, woven into everything we do.

We’re building a future focused textile lab that will support the next generation of talent, while offering a space for research, education, and collaboration. The Innovation Textile Lab aims to be a launchpad for new ideas, new materials, and products in the UK textile scene.

As well as showcasing exciting work-in-progress, the night will also raise support and sponsorship to help bring this ambitious vision to life.

Panel discussion:
Sara Elkholy - Programme Director CFIN (Circular Fashion Innovation Network BFC)

Helen Kirkum is a London-based designer known for her pioneering work in the sustainable sneaker movement.

Yasmin Keats - Executive Director of Open Style Lab

Dr Dawn Ellams - Senior Tutor at RCA Fashion & Textiles

Whether you're a potential sponsor, creative collaborator, or curious supporter, this is your chance to be part of something bold, necessary, and beautifully made.

Tickets HERE

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DESIGN TRUTH X BLUE GARAGE
Mar
13

DESIGN TRUTH X BLUE GARAGE

Design Truth returns for their nineteenth event, bringing together a community of makers and designers at Blue Garage. Expect great conversations, new connections, and a space to share ideas.

Food and drinks will be available.

Book your ticket here

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space invaders
Mar
6

space invaders

Blue Garage and Shapes are bringing local creatives together for a night of art, music, and opportunity.

Discover inspiring work from local artists, connect with fellow creatives, and explore studio and

makerspace opportunities.

Book Tickets HERE

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BLUE TUESDAYS:  IDEA TO PROJECT
Mar
4
to 25 Mar

BLUE TUESDAYS: IDEA TO PROJECT

FROM IDEA TO PROJECT

From Idea to Project runs every Tuesday of the month from 18:30 to 19:30

Led by Nicholas Coutts.

A series of fun, interactive workshops to help you understand all the things you need to consider to bring your idea to life, including solving the right problem; see who will benefit when you solve the problem; find the best solution; find the right customer, remove the barriers and plan how to reach customers and users. 

You will work on a real project, learning and using tools - including the use of AI - that will help you at each step in the creation of your solution. You will end the course with what you need to start developing and testing your idea for a product that solves a real problem.

You will meet individuals who have created products and built startups and will help you in every step of your journey.

Sign up here

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BLUE TUESDAYS: Solving the Right Problem
Feb
25

BLUE TUESDAYS: Solving the Right Problem

Delivered by our Fellow, Nicholas Coutts, we will be hosting a series of entrepreneurial workshops every Tuesday of the month!

Workshop: Solving the right problem

To solve the right problem, you will need to clearly define the problem to avoid solving the wrong problem, to help make sure your idea can fix the problem and find an effective solution that has potential for social, environmental and economic impact.

Book your place HERE

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BLUE TUESDAYS:  Work Culture
Feb
18

BLUE TUESDAYS: Work Culture

Delivered by our Fellow, Nicholas Coutts, we will be hosting a series of entrepreneurial workshops every Tuesday of the month!

What does it take to be a "responsible entrepreneur". What are "shared values" and why are they important? Understand the importance of governance, ie the rules for making decisions. Find out why ethics are necessary.

Join us for an engaging discussion on work culture! Whether you're a professional or just starting out, this event is perfect for gaining insights and tips on navigating the workplace.

Book your place HERE

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BLUE TUESDAYS:  TEAM  FORMATION
Feb
11

BLUE TUESDAYS: TEAM FORMATION

Delivered by our Fellow, Nicholas Coutts, we will be hosting a series of entrepreneurial workshops every Tuesday of the month!

Why form a team? How do I form a team? What skills will I need in my team and when? How do I motivate and reward my team? How might the team change over time?

In this session, you’ll discover why building the right team is crucial to your business success. We’ll cover how to form a team, from recruiting the right people to defining roles and responsibilities. You’ll also learn about the key skills your team will need at different stages of growth, along with strategies for keeping your team motivated and productive. Finally, we’ll explore how teams evolve over time and how to manage changes as your business grows.

Book your place HERE

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BLUE TUESDAYS: How to be an Entrepreneur
Feb
4

BLUE TUESDAYS: How to be an Entrepreneur

Delivered by our Fellow, Nicholas Coutts, we will be hosting a series of entrepreneurial workshops every Tuesday of the month!

Find out who your most important stakeholders are, including employees, suppliers, customers, and retailers. Learn about the skills, attitudes, and behaviors you'll need from the people around you.

Book your place HERE

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Aligning your Intellectual Property (IP) and Business Strategies
Jan
31

Aligning your Intellectual Property (IP) and Business Strategies

In partnership with Mathys & Squire, Andrew White will be delivering an IP Workshop at Blue Garage.

Intangible assets now make up a large portion of company valuations. However, many businesses still deal with issues relating to IP reactively when they get thrust into focus by events, rather than proactively. This leads to an outcome which is often less positive and nearly always more expensive. Mathys & Squire will be hosting a workshop on the importance of developing and implementing an effective IP strategy at an early stage, why this matters for investment and how it can add value to your business. A series of real-life case studies will be used to illustrate common mistakes and easy steps that can be taken to improve your IP position.

BOOK FREE TICKETS HERE

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