London
Hackney
1 Jan
Carnival Celebration
Join Tropical Isles Youth Carnival Troupe and Homerton Library in reliving the carnival.
Homerton Library, 6pm- 8pm, free
1 Oct - 15 Nov
Living Under One Roof
Commemorating the 60th anniversary of the Empire Windrush, the voyage from the Caribbean to Tilbury. Our exhibition will present the rooms and memories of the Windrush generation who first came to Hackney.
Hackney Central Library and Museum, Tuesday to Saturday 10am - 5pm, free, tel: 020 8356 3000.
2 Oct
The Olympics - what does it mean for the community of Hackney? - A Talk With Diane Abbott
Diane Abbott will be delivering a talk on the Olympics in relation to employment and sport opportunities for the community. A question and answer session will follow.
Homerton Library, 6pm, free, tel 020 8356 1690.
www.hackney.gov.uk/libraries
2 Oct
Black History Month launch with Dreda Say Mitchell
Dreda Say Mitchell Winner of the Crime Writers Association's John Creasey Memorial Dagger Award, 2005, will launch BHM at CLR James Library. Her novels include 'Running Hot' and 'Killer Tune�. She will speak about being a crime writer and there will be an opportunity to purchase her books. Refreshments will be provided.
CLR James Library, 7pm - 8pm, tel: 020 8356 1665.
www.hackney.gov.uk/libraries
9 Oct
Legacy In The Dust: The Four Aces Story
Beaquarr Productions presents Legacy In The Dust' The Four Aces Story', founded in the 60's which for 33 years was the home to the most influential black music and musicians to date. The preview of the documentary feature length film will be followed by a question and answer session with the film director Winstan Whitter and owner of the Four Aces Club Newton Dunbar.
Hackney Central Library and Museum, 6pm - 8pm, free, tel: 020 8356 3000.
www.thefouracesclub.com
11 Oct
Learn how to make an African or Caribbean headwrap
Have you ever wondered how to create an African or Caribbean headwrap for that special occasion? Well join Christie and friends at Clapton Library and learn how! There will also be a cultural fashion show and food and drink.
Clapton Library, 2pm - 430pm, free, tel: 020 8356 1620.
www.hackney.gov.uk/libraries
11 Oct
Taste of the Caribbean Smoothie making session
Children of all ages are invited to come along and make smoothies using Caribbean fruits. Fresh fruit and juices will be used.
Hackney Central Library, 2pm - 4pm, free, tel: 020 8356 2542.
www.hackney.gov.uk/libraries
15 Oct
Afro Caribbean Flag making
Come along and make your own African or Caribbean Flag!
Shoreditch Library, 2pm - 3pm, free, tel: 020 8356 4350.
www.hackney.gov.uk/libraries
16 Oct
The Great Black History Month Quiz
Now in its second year at Hackney Museum this information-packed quiz event for all the family. Last year the prize went out of the borough, Hackney needs to reclaim it.
Prizes include a junior trophy (under 17s) and senior trophy (adults over 17), book tokens and DVDs. Have fun, win prizes and learn about Black History. Presented by The Oral History Project.
Hackney Central Library and Museum, 5pm - 8pm, free, to enter, tel/text: 07768 276 398, email with name, address and age.
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18 Oct
African Jewelry Making
Make your own jewelry using authentic colored beads. For age 8-12.
CLR James Library, 1030am - 12pm, free, tel: 020 8356 1665.
www.hackney.gov.uk/libraries
18 Oct
The Black History Love Night
Join us for an exploration of love through the years, alongside a talk about how love was forbidden for slaves. Includes; Poetry, Song, A short play and Dance.
forbidden for slaves. Includes; Poetry, Song, A short play and Dance.
Hackney Central Library, please contact the library directly for time, free, tel 020 8356 2542.
www.hackney.gov.uk/libraries
25 Oct
Hackney Archives Community History Day - are you part of Hackney�s history?
Come along to find out more about Hackney's past, and how you can contribute to the history recorded in Hackney�s archives.
If you think you have photographs or documents which we might be interested in, please bring them along and talk to staff at the Archives. If you don�t want to part with your photos and personal papers, we can always scan them. We are particularly interested in the memories of those from the Windrush generation.
There will be a range of activities for all the family including tours around the Archives strongroom, demonstrations from our conservator showing how old documents are preserved, history trails for children and displays from our collections.
Hackney Archives, 11am - 4pm, free, tel 020 7241 2886.
www.hackney.gov.uk/ca-archives
25 Oct
Black History Fashion Show and Arts Fair
A fashion show showcasing young black talent in Fashion and Crafts. Please contact the library to book in advance.
Homerton Library, 3pm - 5pm, free, tel 020 8356 1690.
www.hackney.gov.uk/libraries
28 Oct
Stories from Africa and the Caribbean
Tales of Black History.
Clapton Library, 11am - 1145am, free, tel: 020 8356 1620.
www.hackney.gov.uk/libraries
29 Oct
The African 3 D�s
Come along and experience first hand the African 3 D�s � Drumming, Dancing and Dressing!
Shoreditch Library, 2pm - 4pm, free, tel 020 8356 4350.
www.hackney.gov.uk/libraries
30 Oct
Living in the 1960s � story telling and role play
Try on outfits from the 1960s and settle down in our 1960s front room. Hear people�s amazing tales of leaving the Caribbean and making a new home in England. This will be your chance to ask questions and find out what happens next in this interactive performance.
Hackney Central Library and Museum, 2pm - 4pm, free, tel: 020 8356 3000.
30 Oct
Black History Kidz Competition
Who will be crowned the Libraries� smartest child? Think it could it be you?
Well come along, tell the audience where you�re from, answer questions on Black History and new Black History and find out!
CLR James Library, 2pm - 4pm, tel 020 8356 1665.
www.hackney.gov.uk/libraries
30 Oct
Loaded :Lyrics II The Windrush Edition / The Mother Land
A musical journey from the urban rap of the streets of Hoxton to the calypso and swing of the Motherland, Hoxton young people aged 11-17 showcase urban lyrics, loaded with stories and music influenced by black immigration and inspired by the 1948 journey of the SS Windrush.
Hoxton Hall, 7pm - 8pm, �4 /�1 Concessions, tel: 020 7684 0060.
www.hoxtonhall.co.uk
1 Oct - 31 Oct
Dalston Photo Booth
Hackney photographer Tara Darby has been photographing portraits of people in the midst of the bustle in Dalston�s Ridley Road Market, inspired by the street photography of Seydou Keita and Malick Sidibe.
20 Dalston Lane
www.taradarby.com
1 Oct
Black History Month Launch Day at Hackney Central Library
Bun, cheese and plenty of chat on hand and a Free raffle for children�s books. Also meet Mr Felix Joseph, Steel Pan designer.
Hackney Central Library, 12pm - 4pm, free,
www.hackney.gov.uk/black-history-month
1 Oct - 31 Dec
Journeys of Change: Hackney Museum working with Supplementary Schools
Showing the first year work of three Hackney supplementary schools which took part in this unique pilot project exploring the topics of leadership, poetry and African literature. Also with African dress from the African Women�s Organisation in Hackney.
Hackney Museum, all day, free
3 Oct - 12 Dec
�Survival�: Black British History and Culture 1945 to the Present - A short course being run by Birkbeck College at Hackney Archives
For 11 weeks: This module takes a wide-ranging approach to Black British social, cultural and political history from 1945 to the present.
Hackney Archives, 2pm � 4pm, Free
www.bbk.ac.uk/study
3 Oct
he History of Black Authors with Kola Oluhin
Kola will present The History of Black Authors giving personal examples of what he has achieved in this eld. Attendees will be inspired to follow their aspirations and in their ability to attain success.
Hackney Central Library, 5.30pm -7pm Free
5 Oct
Cross Currents Days
Be part of a creative project with Lydia Julien who will be making a collage of immigration, emigration and crossings whatever your native land. Souvenirs or keepsakes of passage are welcome, which will then be photographed.
Hackney Central Library, 12pm - 4pm, Free
5 Oct
The History of Black Leadership with Kola Oluhin and Thandi Haruperi
Adult only event. Motivational speakers Kola Oluhin and
Thandi Haruperi.
CLR James Library, 6pm - 7.30pm
6 Oct
Make Musical Instruments
For children 5 and under (children must be accompanied by an adult). Make musical instruments and join our �orchestra� in making music!
Homerton Library, 11am -12pm Free
7 Oct
Teenage Reading Group
Discussing Street Boys by Tim Prichard with Special Guest Author and Poet Kwame M A McPherson
For ages 13 -19. Kwame will examine how you can create a story that teaches and inspires the reader.
Hackney Central Library, 6 pm -7.30pm
7 Oct
Adult Poetry
For age 18 years and over. A chance to write poems and celebrate the work of Black inventors and educators.
Shoreditch Library, 10.30am-12pm, free, Booking required - only 10 spaces Available.
8 Oct
Poetry Advice 1-2-1
An amazing opportunity to get feedback or advice from author, poet, motivational speaker and mentor Kwame McPherson.
Hackney Central Library, 4pm -7pm, booking required
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8 Oct
Building Bridges (Documentary
Adult Event. In July 2008 Full Spectrum Productions held three oral history workshops in London for the �Building Bridges� project involving interviews and discussions with elders from the community about their experiences in seeing large groups of Caribbean people arriving in Britain after the Second World War.
Hackney Museum, 6pm - 7.30pm Booking required
9 Oct
Black History: The Forgotten Pioneers of Horseracing
Education Consultant David Lewis presents the history of Black people in horse racing and the personal achievements of exceptional and inuential, yet largely unknown, characters within the history of sport.
Woodberry Down Library, 3.30pm-5pm, free.
12 Oct
I-Storians - Dee Two-Four Carat Silver & Oma-Ra
For children 7 and 8 years. Interactive storyling with Bishop Ngoma and invited guests from Princess May School.
CLR James Library, 10.30am - 12pm
12 Oct
The History of Black Educators with Thandi Haruperi
This session will encompass and provide the history of Black people in education, alongside personal examples of what Thandi has achieved.
Shoreditch Library, 2pm-3.30 pm, free.
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14 Oct
Open Mic Speakeasy
A poetry open mic night including local poet Joyce Edwards, celebrating literature, creativity, poetry and writing in Black History
Hackney Central Library, 6.15pm - 7.30pm, free
15 Oct
Exploring London�s Communities through their Archives
Adult only event .A talk by Maureen Roberts from London Metropolitan Archives (LMA), exploring the contribution of the African- Caribbean and Chinese community to the story of London, through the Eric and Jessica Huntley collections and the Chinque family archive deposits at LMA.
Hackney Archives, 2 � 4pm, Free, but please book in advance.
17 Oct
Jewellery Making
For age 5+ (children aged 5 must be accompanied by an adult). Come along and have fun designing and making your own African style jewellery.
CLR James Library, 2 - 4pm, Free
21 Oct
Black Inventors Quiz & Drawing Competition
Quiz for children 8+, drawing competition for children 12+
Including a treasure hunt for the answers to the quiz with a prize draw for the winner.
Stamford Hill Library, 2 - 3pm, Free
21 Oct
How to Get� Writing! With journalist, writer and editor Joy Francis
Experienced journalist, editor and trainer, Joy Francis will help all budding writers to generate ideas, develop your unique selling point, find an agent and most importantly get a commission.
Hackney Central Library, booking required, 6.30pm -7.30pm, free
22 Oct
Healthy Eating Fair
Adult event � but families are welcome. Sample food from different parts of the world and pave the way for a healthy lifestyle
Stamford Hill Library, 2-4pm, free
22 Oct
The Hidden History of Black Classical Musicians
For age 11+ .Which African became Beethoven�s best friend? Which Caribbean did Mozart travel miles to copy? Find out how Black musicians inuenced over 500 years of classical music in a fascinating audio- visual presentation.
Homerton Library, 6.30 -8pm, free
22 Oct
Operation Black Vote: Black Leadership in the UK and Shadowing, Mentoring and Citizenship Schemes
Adult only event. Operation Black Vote will talk about the status of Black leadership in the UK and the opportunity to participate in their political education programme.
CLR James Library, 7pm -8pm, free.
23 Oct
Drawing a Caribbean Style Still Life
For age 16+. Lydia Julien will teach techniques in drawing tropical still life, in a variety of mediums, for absolute beginners. All materials will be provided, booking required
Hackney Central Library,
10am � 12pm 6 � 7.30pm, Free
24 Oct
Film Night
Serving popcorn and red bush tea! Film to be confirmed, check for information, including age suitability
Hackney Central Library, 5.15pm � 7.30pm, Free
27 Oct
Poetry Workshop
Poet Joyce Edwards will be holding an informal and friendly workshop on getting started in poetry.
Hackney Central Library, 6 � 7.30pm Free No booking required but arrive early
28 Oct
An Audience with Tameka Empson
You may know her as one of the Three Non-Blondes (BBC 3) but who is the real Tameka Empson? Actress and comedian Tameka will talk about her origins, inspirations and achievements followed by a Q&A; session
Hackney Central Library, 6.30pm- 7.30pm Free
28 Oct
A Taste of Africa
Children�s event � but all ages welcome. Come and enjoy a taste of African cultural dance, food, singing, and storytelling (Gbam Gbam) with Clementina.
CLR James Library, 2 - 4pm, Free
29 Oct
Black History Month Part
A party to celebrate the work of Black inventors and educators.
Shoreditch Library, -4 pm, free
29 Oct
Hackney Routes Project. A Charmed Life: An Eddie Noble Film
Adult Event . Come and explore cultural and international routes into Hackney by contributing your stories to this unique project. Seek inspiration from the story of one Hackney resident, Eddie Martin Noble (1917-2007).
Hackney Museum, booking required, 5.30 -7.30pm, free.
29 Oct
Black Heroes and Sheroes: 1500�s to the year 2000
Adult event. Talk by Mr Tony Walker from Black History Walks on African History in London, which will focus on the scientific innovations of Black people. Also including advice to help you start up your own business or invention.
Stamford Hill Library, 6 -8pm, free.
31 Oct
Sizzling Salsa with Gilly Gill
For age 16+ . Join in this fun Salsa session for beginners. Please dress comfortably.
Hackney Central Library, 5.30pm -7pm, free.
5 Nov
Kement, Kush and the Ancient Nile Valley
Adult Event . An insight and full historical exploration of the lives of Kings and Queens of the ancient Nile Valley focusing on the region of Kemet (ancient Egypt) with writer Kandace Chimbiri.
Hackney Museum, 6 - 7.30pm, free. Booking required
12 Nov
Opt to Adopt
To find and out how you could become an adoptive parent attend this special event.
contact the Hackney Adoption team on tel: 08000 730 418.
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