Wed 1-14 Oct
PIONEERS, PAST MASTERS & FUTURE CHALLENGES EXHIBITION
The rich history of Black players in British football is documented in Kick It Out's Pioneers, Past Masters and Future Challenges exhibition, which celebrates the achievements of sporting heroes against an historical backdrop. Venue: Thetford & King's Lynn Libraries. Adm: Free. Info: www.kickitout.org

Wed 1-31 Oct
WEIGHED, MEASURED & FOUND WANTING
Helen L'Ami Skinner explores issues that question the past in relation to her current identity as a female Black contemporary artist and explores narratives, journeys and space. Venue: Art 18/21, Augustine Steward House, 14 Tombland, Norwich, NR3 1HF. Adm: Free. 10am-5pm (Mon-Sat). Info: 01603 763345.

Thurs 2, 9, 16 & 23 Oct
LUNCHTIME EXHIBITION TALKS
Regular lunchtime talks offering the chance to find out more about Black history in the Robert and Lisa Sainsbury Collection. Venue: Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts - Gallery Reception, University of East Anglia, Norwich NR4 7TJ. 1.15-1.45pm. Adm: Free. Info: 01603 593199.

Sun 5 Oct
KID ZIMBA
A wonderful opportunity for children of all ages to enjoy live Zimbabwean performing, dancing and drumming. A once in a lifetime experience. Venue: The Garage, 14 Chapel Field North, Norwich, NR2 1NY. 2pm-3.30pm. Adm: £5 adults, £3 children, concs for families. Info: 07899 953 974.

Sun 5 Oct
BLACK HAIR CARE WORKSHOP
Led by Sharon Grey of Silhouettes Hair Salon in London, who, with over 20 years' experience, will explain everything from basic to advanced hair care and styling. Venue: Method Hair Salon, Labour in Vain Yard (opposite the Guildhall), Norwich. 10am-4.30pm. Adm: £12, £6 children, under 5s free. Info: 07960 366 330.

Sun 5 & 8 Oct
TO KILL A MOCKING BIRD
A poignant coming-of-age story set in the racially charged atmosphere of Alabama in the 1930s. Starring Gregory Peck. Venue: Cinema City, Norwich.

Mon 6 -18 Oct
NORFOLK'S HIDDEN HERITAGE EXHIBITION
Exhibition that uncovers the previously unknown links between Norfolk and transatlantic slavery. Venue: Time & Tide, Blackfriars Road, Great Yarmouth, NR30 3BX. 10am-5pm. Adm: £5, conc available. Info: 01493 743 942.

Mon 6 Oct
AFRICAN RHYME TIME
A repertoire of fun and exciting worlds of words, books, rhythms and rhymes, to include African themed action rhymes and stories within the usual format. Children with adult.. Venue: King's Lynn Library, London Road, King's Lynn, PE30 5EZ. 9.30am-10am. Adm: Free. Info: 01553 772568. Then 9 Oct Long Stratton Library, The Street, Long Stratton, Norfolk, NR15 2XJ. 10.30am-11.30am. Adm: Free. Info: 01508 530797.

Thurs 9 Oct
A TASTE OF BHM
A host of events led by Rainbow Nations, Capoeira, Senzala and Jankie'D, all of which aim to give students a taste of different cultures and traditional African rhythms and musical fusions. Venue: Great Yarmouth College, South town, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk NR31 0ED. 10am-4pm. Adm: £3. Info: 01493 851 598 / 07876206762.

Fri 10 Oct
TO KILL A MOCKING BIRD
Much-loved, critically-acclaimed, classic trial film about racism in 1930s. Venue: Bunwell Village Hall, The Turnpike, Bunwell, Norwich, NR16 1TE. 7.30pm. Adm: £5 on the door or £4 in advance from Bunwell. Info: 01953 788909.

Fri 10 Oct
DILEMMAS IN DIVERSITY CONFERENCE
A one-day conference exploring the issues faced by BME groups who have mental health difficulties. Speaker: Melba Wilson - National Director Delivering Race Equality, CSIP Venue: Norwich City Football Club, Carrow Road, Norwich NR1 1JE. 10am-4.30pm. Adm: £150 (incl. lunch & refreshments). Info: 01603 421541.

Sat 11 Oct
DREAMGIRLS
The spirit of Motown runs through this film adaptation of the Broadway musical which tells the tale of an all-girl Motown group in the 60s/70s. Starring Beyonce Knowles, Jamie Foxx, Eddie Murphy, Danny Glover. Venue: Hockwold Village Hall, Main Street, Hockwold. 7.30pm. Adm: £4. Info: 01842 827268 / 01842 827719.

Sat 11 Oct
ZIMBA 2008
Evening of stunning Zimbabwean performances: Edimbira - a Celtic/African blend of gorgeous rhythms and sounds supported by Rise, founder of the Bhundu Boys, Anna. Venue: Norwich Arts Centre, St. Benedict's Street, Norwich, Norfolk R2 4PG. 8pm, late bar. Adm: £8, conc £5. Info: 01603 660.352.

Sat 11 Oct
OLAUDAH CAME TO NORWICH
An Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano, a freed slave who became a leading abolitionist. Venue: Training Room, Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library, The Forum, Millennium Plain, Norwich, NR2 1AW. 1am. Info: 01603 774781. Then on Wed 22 Oct in Great Yarmouth Library, Tolhouse Street, Great Yarmouth, NR30 2SH. 2.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 01493 844551.

Sun 12 &15 Oct
SHAFT
Film about a black private eye in Hollywood. Starring Richard Roundtree. Venue: Cinema City, St Andrew's Street, Norwich, NR2 4AD. Adm: £7 Adult, £5 Members, £4.50 Conc. Info: 0871 704 2053.

Mon 13 OCT
BRAND NEW HEAVIES
With previous hits like 'Midnight At The Oasis', 'Never Stop' and 'Sometimes' the Brand New Heavies. Venue: Norwich Arts Centre, St. Benedict's Street, Norwich, Norfolk R2 4PG. Info: 01603 660.352.

Wed 15 Oct
WHAT'S IN IT 4 ME?
A group of young people were asked to create a short film documenting their views on BHM: what issues are important to them and what things would they like to change? Venue: City College Norwich, Ipswich Road, Norwich, NR2 2LJ. Adm: Free. Info: 07908 088 988.

Wed 15 Oct
AFRICAN RHYME TIME
A repertoire to include African themed action rhymes and stories within the usual format. Venue: Harleston Library, Swan Lane, Harleston, IP20 9AW. 10.30am. Adm: Free. Info: 01379 852 549.

Thurs 16 Oct
THE WALTER RODNEY LECTURE
This is the inaugural 'Walter Rodney Lecture', seek to highlight issues of racial injustice and throw some light on the dynamics of racial politics in the world today. Venue: The Garage, 14 Chapel Field North, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 1NY. 7.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 01603 611644.

Thurs 16 Oct
THE GENTLEMEN OF MOTOWN
Direct from the USA,.You'll be dancing in the aisles and screaming for more. Venue: Norwich Playhouse, 42-58 St George's Street, Norwich. Adm: £15, conc £13. Info: 01603 598 598.

Thurs 16 Oct
MOR KARBASI
Israeli-born singer, descendant of Moroccan and Persian Jews, takes you on a journey through her roots. Singing in Spanish, Hebrew, Ladino and English. Venue: Norwich Arts Centre, St. Benedict's Street, Norwich, Norfolk NR2 4PG. 8pm. Adm: £12, conc: £10. Info: 01603 660 352.

Thurs 16-31 Oct
PIONEERS, PAST MASTERS & FUTURE CHALLENGES EXHIBITION
The rich history of Black players in British football is documented in Kick It Out's exhibition. Venue: Gorleston & Norwich Millennium Libraries. Adm: Free. Info:www.kickitout.org.

Fri 17 Oct
AFRICAN RHYME TIME
African themed action rhymes and stories within the usual format. Please come along and learn and enjoy with us. Children with adult. Venue: Diss Library, Church St, Diss, IP22 4DD. 10.30am. Adm: Free. Info: 01379 642 609.

Sat 18 Oct
CARIBBEAN CARNIVAL COSTUME WORKSHOP
Come and join Jankie'D in a very colourful workshop and learn about the history of the carnival in the Caribbean and make Carnival Costumes. Venue: Lichfield Community, Centre, Suffolk Road, Great Yarmouth. 12.30-4.30pm. Adm: £3. Info: 01493 851598 / 07876206762.

Sat 18 Oct
WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?
Experts will be on hand to get you started and to help you identify internet resources available. Venue: The Archive Centre, Martineau Lane, Norwich, NR1 2DQ. 1-3pm. Adm: Free, booking vital. Info: 01603 222 599.

Sat 18 Oct
GRIOT: SEIKOU SUSSO
West African poets, singers and musicians Susso is descended from a long line of Griots. Family fun, free refreshments. Venue: Earlham Library, Colman Road, Norwich, NR4 7HG. 2.30pm-4pm. Info: 01603 454338.

Sat 18 Oct
MOUSSU T E LEI JOVENTS
Featuring lead singer Tatou, guitarist/banjo player Blu, drummer Zerbino and Brazilian percussionist Jamilso Venue: Norwich Arts Centre, St. Benedict's Street, Norwich, Norfolk NR2 4PG. 8.30pm - late bar. Adm: £12, conc £10. Info: 01603 660 352.

Sat 18 Oct
REBEL LION FEATURING STAMINA LI
Roots reggae provider Rebel Lion present the highly talented Raggamuffin Stamina Li. Hailing from Martinique, a versatile and passionate singer and musician. Venue: Geledeston Lock's, Locks Lane, Geldeston, Norfolk, NR34 OHW. 9pm-1am. Adm: £5 in adv £6 door. Info: 07891 782971.

Sun 19 Oct
BLACK HAIR CARE
Founder of London's Silhouettes Hair Salon, Sharon Grey explain and demonstrate basic hair care techniques, the main differences between Afro and European hair care. Venue: Method Hair Salon, Labour in Vain Yard (opposite the Guildhall), Norwich. 10am-4.30pm. Adm: £12 adults, £6 children (under 16); under 5s free, adv booking. Info: 07960 366 330.

Mon 20 Oct
AFRICAN RHYME TIME
Pre-school fun and exciting worlds of words, books, rhythms and rhymes. Venue: Gaywood Library, River Lane, Gaywood, King's Lynn, PE30 4HD. 9.30-10am. Adm: Free. Info: 01553 768498.

Wed 22 Oct
A TASTE OF BHM
Capoeira, Senzala and Jankie'D, gives students a taste of different cultures, traditional African rhythms and musical fusions. Venue: East Norfolk Sixth Form College, Church Lane, Gorleston, Norfolk NR31 7BQ. 1.30pm-3.30pm. Adm: £3. Info: 01493 851598 / 07876 206 762.

Wed 22 Oct
BOYZ 'N THE HOOD
Starring, Cuba Gooding Jr. Cert: 15. Venue: Cinema City, St Andrew's Street, Norwich, NR2 4AD. Adm: £7 Adult, £5 Members, £4.50 Conc. Info: 0871 704 2053..

Wed 22 Oct
ETRAN FINATAWA
Two legendary nomadic peoples, the Wodaabe and Tuareg, are joined together through the raunchy guitars, percussion and haunting voices of Etran Finatawa - reflecting on their roots. Venue: Norwich Arts Centre, St. Benedict's Street, Norwich, Norfolk R2 4PG. 8.30pm, late bar. Adm: £12 conc £10. Info: 01603 660.352.

Wed 22 Oct
TSOTSI
A psychological thriller which puts a human face on both the victims and the perpetrators of violent crime; it is ultimately a story of hope and a triumph of love over rage. Cert: 15. Venue: The Studio Theatre, Wymondham High School, Norwich Road, Wymondham, NR18 0NT. 7.30pm. Adm: £4. Info: 01953 713108.

Thurs 23 Oct
DEALING WITH DIVERSITY & EQUALITIES
Gain an understanding of the issues that surround equalities and discrimination in the UK while also gaining an improved insight into the realities of diversity with this workshop. Venue: The Kings Centre, King Street, Norwich. 9.30am-4.30pm. Adm: £265 20% conc Info: 08707 334 455.

Thurs 23 Oct
RAAG & KATHAK
A double bill of Indian music and dance. Venue: Norwich Arts Centre, St. Benedict's Street, Norwich, Norfolk NR2 4PG. 8pm. Adm: £10, conc £8. Info: 01603 660 352.

Thurs 23-24 Oct
CRY FREEDOM
This life story of outspoken South African anti-apartheid activist Stephen Biko as seen through the eyes of his friend, liberal white newspaper editor Donald Woods. Cert: 15. Venue: Wroxham Church Hall, Norwich Road, Wroxham, NR12. Thurs, 2.30pm, Fri 7pm. Adm: £5. Info: 01603 782 555 / 01603 781599.

Sat 25 Oct
KICK IT OUT
Join fans and volunteers to support the Canaries against Doncaster Rovers and join the campaign to Kick Racism Out of Football! Venue: Norwich City Football Club, Carrow Road, Norwich NR1 1JE. All-day. Info: 0870 444 1902.

Sat 25 Oct
RAY
A passionate portrayal of the legendry American pianist Ray Charles. Starring: Jamie Foxx, Regina King. Cert: 15. Venue: Tittleshall Village Hall, High Street, Tittleshall, King's Lynn, PE32 2PJ. 7.30pm Adm: £3.50. Info: 01328 700 952.

Sat 25 Oct
AFRICAN CRAFTS
An exciting workshop encouraging young people to explore the myths and legends of Africa through music, dance, drumming and story telling. With Tony Ogogo from Heritage Ceramics. Age 5 -14 years. Venue: Gorleston Library, Lowestoft Road, Gorleston NR31 6SG. 9.30am-3.30pm. Adm: £5. Info: 01493 851 598 / 07876206762.

Sun 26 Oct
KWANZAA
A celebration of family, community & culture based on the first harvest festivities of Africa from which it takes its name "matunda ya kwanza" means "first fruits" in Swahili. A family event with quizzes, stories and music, and a drumming workshop. Venue: Gaywood Library, River Lane Gaywood, King's Lynn, PE30 4HD. 10.45am-11.45am. Info: 01553 768498; (then 2pm-4pm) at Sprowston Library, Recreation Ground Road, Norwich, NR7 8EW. Adm: Free. Info: 01603 408426.

Sun 26 Oct
HISTORY IN BLACK & WHITE
A discussion led by Uthman Ibrahim-Morrison that promises to challenge the ideas and prejudices of all who dare to participate, and which is likely to test the very foundations on which BHM is built. Venue: The Workshop Café/Bar, 53 Earlham Road, Norwich. 7.30-9pm. Adm: Free. Info: 01603 622941.

Sun 26 - 28 Oct
KIRIKOU AND THE SORCERESS
In a little village somewhere in Africa, a boy named Kirikou is born. But he's not a normal boy, because he can already speak and walk. Cert: U. Venue: Cinema City, St Andrew's Street, Norwich, NR2 4AD. Adm: £7 Adult, £5 Members, £4.50 Conc. Info: 0871 704 2053.

Mon 27 Oct
KWANZAA
Enjoy learn more about this Pan African Festival that aims to keep positive African family values and traditions alive around the world. Family event. Venue: King's Lynn Library, London Road, King's Lynn, PE30 5DZ. 11am-12noon. Info: 01553 772568; (then 2.30pm-3.30pm) at Brundall Library, 90 The Street, Brundall, NR13 5LH. Adm: Free. Info: 01603 714576.

Mon 27 Oct
KWANZAA
A celebration of family, community & culture designed to keep positive African (family) values and traditions alive around the world. Venue: St Williams Way Library, Williams Loke, St Williams Way, Norwich, NR7 0AJ. 10.30-11.30am. Adm: Free. Info: 01603 434123.

Mon 27 Oct
AFRICAN CRAFT WORKSHOP
Come and have a go at making your own African Makishi Mask, Zulu Shield or jewellery using Shona beads with Anna Mudeka. Family fun. Venue: Lichfield Community, Centre, Suffolk Road, Great Yarmouth. 9.30am-12.30pm & 1.30pm-4.30pm. Adm: £3 each section, £5 all day. Info: 01362 822 194.

Mon 27 Oct
STEP BACK IN TIME
Join actor Micheal Clarke on a journey through time! Meet inventors Garret Morgan and Lewis Latimer, as well as Nurse Mary Seacole along the way. You will learn about the achievements of these amazing men and women and get the chance to ask them about their lives and experiences. Venue: Norfolk Record Office, The Archive Centre, Martineau, Lane, Norwich, NR1 2DQ. 12noon-1.30pm. Adm: Free but adv booking. Info: 01603 222677.

Tues 28 Oct
KWANZAA
A celebration which aims to keep positive African values and traditions alive around the world. With quizzes, stories and music, and a drumming workshop. Venue: Tuckswood Library, Robin Hood Road, Norwich, NR4 6BX.10.30am-11.30am. Info: 01603 452038; (then Acle Library, Bridewell Lane, Acle, NR13 3RA. Adm: Free. Info: 01493 750 693.

Tues 28 Oct
TO KILL A MOCKING BIRD
A poignant coming-of-age story set in the racially charged atmosphere of Alabama in the 1930s. Starring Gregory Peck. Venue: Sheringham Little, Theatre, 2 Station Road, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RE. Adm: £5 (£2 under 16). Info: 01263 822347 / www.sheringhamlittletheatre.com.

Wed 29 Oct
NORFOLK & RIGHTS
To celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights NNREC and schools and youth groups explore some of the most burning and relevant issues facing us today. For ages 11-18. Venue: City of Norwich School, Eaton Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR4 6PP. 10am-4pm both days. Adm: Free. Info: 01603 611 644.

Wed 29 Oct
KWANZAA
A celebration which aims to keep positive African values and traditions alive around the world. With quizzes, stories and music, and a drumming workshop. Venue: Gorleston Library, Lowestoft Road, Gorleston, NR31 6SG. 2.30-4.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 01493 662156; (also at ) Venue: Hellesdon Library, Woodview Road, Hellesdon, Norwich, NR6 5SR. Info: 01603 427790.

Wed 29 Oct
KWANZAA
A celebration which aims to keep positive African values and traditions alive around the world. With quizzes, stories and music, and a drumming workshop. Venue: Harleston Library, Swan Lane, Harleston, IP20 9AW. Adm: Free. 10.30-11.30am. Info: 01379 852549; Venue: Mile Cross Library, Aylsham Road, Norwich, NR3 2RJ. Info: 01603 425906; Venue: Thetford Library, Raymond Street, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 2EA. Info: 01842 752048.

Thurs 30 Oct
KWANZAA
A celebration which aims to keep positive African values and traditions alive around the world. With quizzes, stories and music, and a drumming workshop. Venue: Costessey Library, Breckland Road, Costessey, Norwich, NR5 0RW. 2.30-3.30pm. Info: 01603 742669.

Thurs 30 Oct
KWANZAA
A celebration which aims to keep positive African values and traditions alive. Venue: West Earlham Library, 17/18 Earlham West Centre, Norwich, NR5 8AD. 10.30-11.30am. Adm: Free. Info: 01603 451881; (also at) Venue: Caister Library, Beach Road, Caister, NR30 5EX. Info: 01493 720594.

Thurs 30 Oct
BRING ME SUNSHINE
Take the opportunity to train in African drumming with the ambassador of African music Anna Mudeka, culminating with a spectacular public performance. Venue: The Garage, 14 Chapel Field North, Norwich, NR2 1NY. Info: 01362 822 194.

Fri 31 Oct
NORFOLK BHM FINALE '08
An exciting mix of Reggae, Dance, Comedy and Featuring hip-hop artists Sway, with support from UK rappers Bashy and Tinie Tempah; comedian Richard Blackwood and the amazing JNR Sinstars!! Venue: Norwich Arts Centre, St. Benedict's Street, Norwich, Norfolk R2 4PG. 8pm, late bar. Adm: £6 adv, £8 door, conc £5. Info: 01603 660.352 /www.norwichartscentre.co.uk

Fri 31 Oct
AFRICAN ARTS & CRAFTS
Make calabash bowls (papier-mache), beaded necklaces and various needlecrafts using traditional African methods. Venue: Great Yarmouth Library, Tolhouse Street, Great Yarmouth, NR30 2SH. 9.30am-12.30pm & 1.30-4:30pm. Adm: £3 each section, £5 all day. Info: 01493 844551.

Fri 31 Oct
KWANZAA
A celebration of African values and traditions alive around the world. With quizzes, stories and music, and a drumming workshop. Venue: Martham Library, Black Street, Martham, NR29 4PR. 2.30-3.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 01493 740212; (then at 10.30-11.30am). Venue: Blofield Library, The Reading Room, Blofield, NR13 4RQ. Info: 01603 712902.

Fri 31 Oct
NORFOLK BHM FINALE 08 FEATURING SWAY
This year's BHM Finale is an exciting mix of reggae, dance, comedy and UK hip hop. Headlining this year's Finale is MOBO Award-winning hip hop artist SWAY, with support from UK rappers Bashy and Tinie Tempah, Norfolk's own Rebel Lion Sound System, comedian Richard Blackwood, and JNR Sinstars!! Venue: Norwich Arts Centre, St Benedict's Street, Norwich NR2 4PG. 8-11.30pm. Adm: £6 adv / £8 door £5 conc. Info: 01603 660352.

NOVEMBER

Sat 1 Nov
AFRICAN DINNER BALL
An exclusive evening of quality African food and live entertainment by The Anna Mudeka Band, Jose Ferrera Band and many more. All profits go to help with education projects in Zimbabwe and Senegal. Dress to impress. Venue: Oaklands Hotel, Yarmouth Rd, Norwich. 7.30pm-11.30pm. Adm: £40 or £360 for a table of ten. Info: 01362 822 194.

Sun 2 Nov
GREAT YARMOUTH BHM FINALE
Yarmouth's new Out There International Festival has come together with Great Yarmouth International Association and NEAD to present a free International Music Day for the whole family to enjoy. Venue: Out There Covered Village, Market Place, Great Yarmouth, NR30. 12noon-10pm. Adm: Free. Info: 01493 846 550.

Thurs 27 Nov
ADRIANO ADEWALE GROUP
A group rooted in the musical traditions of Nigeria, Angola and Brazil and infused with contemporary European classical and jazz styles, percussionist and composer Adriano Adewale's music is a global fusion of musical influences. Venue: Norwich Arts Centre, St. Benedict's Street, Norwich, Norfolk NR2 4PG. 8pm. Adm: £10, conc £8. Info: 01603 660 352.