Mon 1-5 Oct
SLAVERY EXHIBITION
Bought and Sold explores Southampton’s involvement with slavery and the abolition movement to raise public awareness and encourage questions. Venue: Civic Centre Foyer, Southampton. Info: 02380 832 274.

Mon 1 – 31 Oct
PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION
A photographic exhibition to recognise BHM and to celebrate the cultural diversity of Southampton. Venue: Café in the Square, Guildhall Square. Adm: Free. Info: 02380 319836

Thurs 4 Oct
AYIKO! SCHOOLS DAY
African drumming, dance workshop, African food workshop and African Arts and Crafts workshop for children. 9.30am – 2.30pm. Adm: From £5. Info: 01962 856106

Sat 6 Oct
GHANAIAN CULTURAL FAMILY DAY
Cultural activities including African Arts and Crafts workshops, African food tasting, drum/percussion, dance workshops, face painting and an educational area. All welcome. Venue: Stable Yard, Mottisfont Abbey, Nr Romsey. 11am-5pm. Adm: Free.

Sat 6 Oct
THE COMMUNITY COHESION CUP 2007
Football tournament which celebrates the diversity of Southampton, encouraging interaction between people from many different cultures and backgrounds. Venue: GOALS Five-aside arena, Millbrook. 11am-4pm. Info: 02380 711948.

Sun 7- 28 Oct
THE DELIGHTS OF THE CARIBBEAN
Caribbean fruits and vegetables on display. Venue: C-Breeze Restaurant, 1st Floor, 11 Canute Road, Southampton. Info: 02380 333022.

Mon 8 - 23 Oct
BBC FILMS on ‘The History of Race’
The celebrated BBC documentary series Racism-A History, will be shown on three successive weeks during Black History Month in the Solent Lecture Theatre. Venue: Southampton Solent University, Above Bar Street. 4pm - 5pm. Adm: Free. Info: 023 8031 9836.

Mon 8 – 19 Oct
EXHIBITION
An exhibition created by Anti Slavery International. Venue: Civic Centre Foyer. Info: 02380 832274 / don.john@southampton.gov.uk

Mon 8 - 19 Oct
BLACK FOOTBALLERS
An exhibition reflecting on the long history of the Black Footballers Association with Southampton Football Club. Venue: Civic Centre, Southampton. Info: 02380 832274

Tue 9 Oct
TALK BY RWANDAN AMBASSADOR
A lecture in celebration of Rwandan Culture with the Rwandan Ambassador, his Excellency Ambassador Claver Gatete, accompanied by an exhibition of Rwandan art and lively dance performance. Venue: Southampton Solent University. 6pm - 7pm. Info: 02380 319040.

Wed 10 Oct
BLACK HISTORY DAY for LIBRARIES
The poet, novelist and award winning children’s writer Valerie Bloom will lead a session to mark Black History Month. Venue: Southampton Central Library. Info: 02380 832595.

Sat 13 - 27 Oct
UNITY 101 RADIO BHM SPECIAL
“Vibrant Vibes”, the African & Caribbean show brings you lively chat, community news & events, news from Africa & the Caribbean, plus fun & interesting facts about Black history. Great prize giveaways & much more! Unity 101 Community Radio 101.1FM. 6pm – 8pm. Info: 02380 233229.

Sun 14 Oct
THE DELIGHTS OF THE CARIBBEAN
Caribbean fruits and vegetables on display. Venue: C-Breeze Restaurant, 1st Floor, 11 Canute Road, Southampton. Info: 02380 333022.

Mon 15 Oct
BLACK MENTORS DAY
Recruitment event to encourage individuals amongst the black communities to volunteer as mentors for African/Caribbean pupils. Info: 02380 558222 / 02380 832274.

Wed 17 – 30 Oct
THE KICK IT OUT WEEK OF ACTION
The Kick it out Week of Action is now a firm fixture in the sporting calendar and one of the most prominent anti-racism initiatives in the country. Info: 020 7684 4884.

Wed 17 Oct
ADOPTION
Thinking of adoption? Come and have your questions answered. Venue: African Caribbean Centre, Trinity Road. 6.30pm - 7.30pm. Alternatively, listen/phone in to the Community Hour at Radio Unity 101 FM. 3-4pm. Info: 0845 355 5533.

Fri 19 Oct
BLACK CLASSICAL MUSIC
A concert to celebrate the impact of black music and black musicians. Venue: Turner Sims Concert Hall, University of Southampton. 7:00 pm. Info: 023 8059 5151.

Fri 19 Oct
UNITED NATIONS DAY
Flag Raising Ceremony. All welcome. Venue: Civic Centre. Adm: Free. Info: 02380 779806.

Sat 20 Oct
SOUTHAMPTON ANCIENT EGYPT SOCIETY
Dr Rosalind Janssen presents a talk on Ancient Egyptian living. Venue: University of Southampton, Avenue Campus, Lecture Theatre B. 2pm. Adm: £3 - £6 in adv. Info: 01794 516352.

Sat 21 Oct
FOOTBALL: RACISM JUST AIN’T SAINTLY
As a part of the national week of action organised to kick racism out of football, the Club will be promoting “Kick It Out” at the Football Industry’s week of Action. Venue: Southampton Info: 0845 6889370.

Fri 26 Oct
QUESTION TIME – ‘A Question of Race’
Southampton Solent University will host a question time panel evening focusing on issues of Race and Diversity. Venue: Solent Lecture Theatre, Southampton Solent University. 7pm – 9pm. Adm: Invitation only. Info: 023 8031 9836.

Sat 27 Oct
BLACK HISTORY MONTH DANCE
Enjoy the music and the culture. Venue: The African Caribbean Centre-Trinity Rd. Southampton. Adm: £10. Info: 07970 302643.

Sat 27 Oct
UNITY 101 BHM SPECIAL: RADIO
“Vibrant Vibes”, the African & Caribbean show brings you lively chat, community news & events, news from Africa & the Caribbean, plus fun & interesting facts about Black history. Great prize giveaways & much more. Unity 101 Community Radio 101.1FM. 6pm – 8pm. Info: 02380 233229.

Sun 28 Oct
THE DELIGHTS OF THE CARIBBEAN
Caribbean fruits and vegetables on display. Venue: C-Breeze Restaurant, 1st Floor, 11 Canute Road, Southampton. Info: 02380 333022.