FAIRTRADE fortnight is fast approaching and Thornbury is working hard to give people the chance to learn a bit more about how the scheme works.

The main event throughout the town’s celebrations will be the visit from a Palestinian farmer from the Zaytoun non-profit organisation, who will describe her work and give a demonstration of how to make maftoul, a favourite Palestinian dish.

Taking place at Thornbury Baptist Church on Tuesday, March 6, from 7.30pm to 9pm, the event will also feature support from the Thornbury Gospel Choir.

Entry is free with all being welcome. Donations will be accepted for the light refreshments.

For more information on this event, contact Helen Harrison at helenhmail@gmail.com.

A tea party will also be taking place on February 24 in the United Reformed Church between 2pm and 4pm.

Schools visits are also taking place during the fortnight, with the Zaytoun Palestinian farmer and a coffee farmer from Nicaragua visiting Crossways Junior and the Castle School.

To learn more about Fairtrade generally and Fairtrade Fortnight in particular, visit the Fairtrade Foundation web-site at fairtrade.org.uk.