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BHM Events : Workshops / Courses 2008

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Wed 1-16 Oct
ICT SKILLS FOR FAMILY HISTORY BEGINNERS
Attend the Family History course on the 24 and 31 Oct, and acquire/improve basic computer skills to confidently access the Internet. Venue: Marcus Garvey Library, Tottenham Green Centre, 1 Philip Lane, N15 4JA.10am -11.30am. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 5352/5350.

Thurs 2 Oct
BLACK HAIR GROWTH SECRETS REVEALED
Elizabeth Vincent set out to change lives with up-to-the-minute information and resources - equally useful to Black men and anyone else struggling with growing their hair. A black hair mini workshop follows the launch. Venue: Coombes Croft Library, Tottenham High Road, London, N17 8AG. 7pm - 8pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 8771.

Thurs 2 Oct
CARIBBEAN SWEET MAKING
Try your hand at making traditional tasty treats from the Caribbean and share the results with your friends and family. Venue: Alexandra Park Library, Alexandra Park Road, Wood Green, N22 7UJ. 3.45pm - 4.45pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 8770.

Sat 4 Oct
TAYO FATUNLA
Big Draw is a national campaign running throughout Oct to get people drawing! As part of this initiative Tayo Fatunla will be running cartoon workshops at the launch where he will teach young people how to draw their own black heroes from history. Venue: Damilola Taylor Centre, 1 East Surrey Grove, Peckham, London SE15 6DR. Aged 5 upwards. 2pm-2.45pm & 4.30pm-5.15pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 525 3569.

Sat 4, 11, 18 & 25 Oct
CARIBBEAN DANCE CLASS
This is an open class for members of the community from 14 to 50 to experience contemporary Caribbean Dance. Venue: Peckham Pulse Healthy Living Centre, Melon Road, Peckham, SE15. 1.30pm-3.30pm. Adm: £3. (wheelchair access). Info: 0207 639 4875.

Mon 6 Oct
WEST AFRICAN DRUMMING
Enjoy songs and stories from West Africa, with Music for Change, committed to developing cultural understanding and respect for cultural diversity. Venue: Muswell Hill, Library, Queen's Avenue, Muswell Hill, London N10 3PE. 10am -11am. Adm: Free (invited classes only). Info: 0208 489 8773/ www.musicforchange.org

Mon 6 Oct - 10 Nov
AWAKENING THE ANCESTORS
Ayshah Johnston, novelist and Caribbean historian leads this creative writing workshops around themes of war, resistance and personal conflict. Bring photographs and articles to stimulate discussion. Plus a presentation / performance at the end of BHM. Venue: Waterloo Library, 114-118 Lower Marsh, London SE1 7AG. 6.30pm - 8.30pm. Info: 0207 926 8750 / 0207 926 1075.

Tues 7 Oct
BLACK HAIR DAY
Discover the difference between a haircut and a trim... and know where to go when you only need a trim and not a hair cut. Elizabeth Vincent is your guru. Venue: Marcus Garvey Library, Tottenham Green Centre, 1 Philip Lane, N15 4JA. 11am -12noon. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 5309.

Tues 7 Oct
AFRICAN CRAFT
An activity for pre-school children to get together and make an African inspired artefact. Venue: Marcus Garvey Library, Children's Library, Tottenham Green Centre, 1 Philip Lane, N15 4JA. 10.30am -11.30am. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 5309.

Tues 7, 14, 21, 28 Oct
RECYCLED TEENAGERS DANCE CLASSES
The Carl Campbell Dance Company 7's runs a project for over 50's. Music:Reggae, Soukass, R & B, Classical, Salsa and Hip Hop. Venue: Peckham pulse Healthy Living Centre, Melon Road, Peckham, SE15. 1pm - 2.30pm. Adm: £1.50 (wheelchair access). Info: ccdc7@easynet.co.uk.

Tues 7, 14, 21 & 28 Oct
BOB MARLEY YOUTH DANCE CLASSES
The Carl Campbell dance Company 7's Bob Marley Youth Theatre Dance Classes is a dance project for 8-12 years plus geared towards young people experiencing Caribbean African Dance and culture, both educationally and as a performing art. Wear loose comfortable clothing, bare feet or jazz/ballet shoes. Venue: Peckham Pulse Healthy Living Centre, Melon Road, Peckham, SE15. 4.30pm - 6.pm. Adm: £1.50. (wheelchair access). Info: 0207 639 4875.

Wed 8, 15 & 22 Oct
AFRICAN DANCE & DRUMMING CLASSES FOR WOMEN
Learn the steps moves and drumming rhythms of and showcase your achievements in a performance at the end of October. Venue: Victoria Park Baptist Church Hall, Bunsen Street, Off 186, Grove Road, Bow, E3 5TG. 7pm-9.30pm. Adm: £3.50, conc £3. Info: 0208 980 3232.

Wed 8 Oct - 28 Dec
CARNIVAL FACES WORKSHOP
Sessions for up to 30 children to explore the history and art of carnival make-up, create their own carnival design, and learn how to apply the paints and see the exhibition Carnival: Roots and Rhythm. Venue: Bruce Castle Museum, Lordship Lane, Tottenham, N17 8NU. Info: 0208 829 0388 / 0208 808 8772 / lovethemakeup@hotmail.co.uk

Thurs 9 Oct
STEEL PAN WORKSHOPS
With Mangrove Steel Band: This workshop is a fantastic hands-on opportunity to learn more about important aspects of Caribbean culture and will end with a group performance! Booking vital. Venue: The Tabernacle, Powis Square, London W11 2AY. 4pm- 5pm & 5pm- 6pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 361 3204.

Thurs 9 Oct
LIVING UNDER ONE ROOF
Visit these workshops lead by Lorna Holder, exploring the cultural, emotional, and economic experiences of Caribbean settlers in Britain. Venue: Stratford Library, 3 The Grove, Stratford, E15 1EL. Children's workshop 10.00 - 11.30am, Adult workshop 2pm-3.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 430 6890.

Thu 9 Oct
PRINT YOUR POEM ON A T-SHIRT
Come along to this event for your chance to print your own poem on a T-shirt. Venue: Idea Store Bow, 1 Gladstone Place, Roman Road. 4.30pm-6pm, Adm: Free, Full disabled access, Info: 0207 364 4332.

Fri 10 Oct
NATIONAL BOOKSTART DAY
Create a beautiful mask inspired by African animals. Rhyme time and story telling sessions. Venue: Idea Store, Chrisp St, 1 Vesey Path, Poplar, E14 6BT. 10am-12pm. Info: 0207 364 1505.

Fri 10 Oct
ABORIGINAL DOT PAINTING
Create works of art with Sean Leavitt. Venue: Alexandra Park Library, Alexandra Park Road, Wood Green, London N22 7UJ.10am -11am. Adm: Free (invited classes only). Info: 0208 489 8770.

Fri 10 Oct
ABORIGINAL DOT PAINTING
Create works of art with Sean Leavitt: the Australian Aboriginals see themselves as the custodians of their country. Their paintings produced on canvas today were originally painted in the sand and only lasted until the wind blew. Venue: Stroud Green Library, Quernmore Road, London, N4 4QR. 1.30am -2.30pm. Adm: Free (invited classes only). Info: 0208 489 8776.

Fri 10 Oct
WEST AFRICAN DRUMMING
Experience and enjoy uplifting songs and stories from West Africa, with Music for Change. Venue: Coombes Croft Library Tottenham High Road, London, N17 8AG. 10am -11am. Adm: Free (invited classes only). Info: 0208 489 8771.

Sat 11 Oct
AFRICAN DRUMMING & DANCE WORKSHOP
A workshop for families by the talented local dance company Movement Angol. Venue: Marcus Garvey Children's Library, Tottenham Green Centre, 1 Philip Lane, N15 4JA. 5pm -7pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 5309.

Sat 11 Oct
AFRICAN/CARIBBEAN HEADWRAP
Have you ever wondered how to create an African or Caribbean headwrap for that special occasion? With a cultural fashion show and food and drink. Family event. Venue: Clapton Library, Northwold Road, E5 8RA. Disabled Access. 2pm- 4.30pm. Info: 0208 356 1620.

Sat 11, 18 & 25 Oct
ALÉ DOUVAN! KIDS CLUB
Weekly sessions for children and young people to learn the steps, moves and rhythms of African dance culminating in a showcase performance the African Festival on 25 Oct. Venue: Kingsley Hall, Powis Road, Bromley-by-Bow, E3 3HJ. 5pm-7pm. Adm: £2. Info: 0208 981 8409.

Tues 14 Oct
AFRICAN CRAFT
An opportunity for pre-school children to get together and make an African inspired artefact. Venue: Marcus Garvey Library, Children's Library, Tottenham Green Centre, 1 Philip Lane, N15 4JA. 10.30am -11.30am. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 5309.

Tues 14 Oct
ADINKRA PRINTING
There are over a hundred patterns referring to Ashanti proverbs, historic people, animals and events. Come along and learn about the ancient art of printing. Venue: Marcus Garvey Library, Children's Library, Tottenham Green Centre, 1 Philip Lane, N15 4JA. 2pm - 3pm. Adm: Free (invited classes only). Info: 0208 489 5309.

Wed 15 Oct
AFRO CARIBBEAN FLAG MAKING
Come along and make your own African or Caribbean Flag! Venue: Shoreditch Library, 80 Hoxton Street, N1 6LP. Disabled Access. 2 to 3pm. Info: 0208 356 4350.

Thurs 16 Oct
OVER 50s CLUB - BLACK HISTORY DANCE TIME
Witness Elsa Perez and her dancers talking about and demonstrating dance from Africa and the Caribbean. Venue: Barham Park Library, Harrow Road, Sudbury, Middlesex HA0 2HB. 10am -12noon. Info: 0208 937 3550.

Fri 17 Oct
BLACK HAIR DAY
How to deal with natural black hair issues. Elizabeth Vincent passes on braiding tips in this useful workshop; with a demonstration by the multi award-winning stylist for natural hair, voted the 'World's Best Braider', Angela Plummer. Venue: The Business Lounge, Wood Green, N22 6XD. 11am -1pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 2780.

Fri 17 Oct
ABORIGINAL DOT PAINTING
Create works of art with Sean Leavitt. Venue: Hornsey Library Haringey Park N8 9JA. 9.30am -10.30am. Adm: Free (invited classes only). Info: 0208 489 1118.

Sat 18 Oct
ANCIENT ELIXIR
The Secret Art of Sexual Empowerment. A one-day workshop by Wayne B Chandler exploring Taoist and Tantric sexual regenerative practices to enhance and accelerate personal and spiritual development. Venue: Centerprise, 136-138 Kingsland High St, London E8 2NS. 10am-5pm. Adm: £60, conc £50. Info: 07961 718 193 / www.word-power.org.uk

Sat 18 Oct
AFRICAN TEXTILES HISTORY
This one day event will feature a fashion show, live African Dance group and an educational workshop on different textile techniques and skills found in different countries. Venue: Living Space, 1 Coral Street, London SE1 7BE. 1pm - to 4pm. Adm: Free. (wheelchair access). Info: 0207 928 2800.

Sat 18 Oct
AFRICAN JEWELLERY MAKING
Make your own jewellery using authentic colored beads. For age 8-12. Venue: CLR James Library, 24-30 Dalston Lane, E8 3AZ. 10.30am -12pm. Info: 0208 356 1665.

Tues 21 Oct
OVER 50s CLUB - WINDRUSH REMINISCENCE
Join Lorna Holder to explore your Windrush memories through intergenerational workshops. Venue: Kilburn Library, Salusbury Road, Kilburn, London NW6 6NN. 10am-12pm. Info: 020 8937 3530, then Willesden Green Library Centre (WGLC), 95 High Road, Willesden, London NW10 2ST. 1.30pm-3.30pm Info: 0208 937 3600.

Tues 21 Oct
AFRICAN MASK MAKING
An opportunity for pre-school children to get together and make an African mask. Scare your friends! Venue: Marcus Garvey Library, Tottenham Green Centre, 1 Philip Lane, N15 4JA. 10.30am -11.30am. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 5309.

Tues 21 Oct
WEST AFRICAN DRUMMING
This event kindly sponsored by The Bridge New Deal for Communities (NDC). Venue: St Ann's Library, Cissbury Road, N15 5PU. 10am -11am. Adm: Free (invited classes only). Info: 0208 489 8775/ www.musicforchange.org

Tues 21 Oct
OVER 50s CLUB - BLACK HISTORY DANCE TIME
Witness Elsa Perez and her dancers talking about and demonstrating dance from Africa and the Caribbean. Venue: Town Hall Library, Brent Town Hall, Forty Lane, Wembley, Middlesex HA9 9HV. 10am -12noon. Info: 0208 937 3500.

Wed 22 Oct
WEST AFRICAN DRUMMING
Join us to enjoy songs and stories from West Africa, with Music for Change Venue: Alexandra Park Library, Alexandra Park, Wood Green, N22 7UJ. 10am -11am. Adm: Free (invited classes only). Info: 0208 489 8770 / www.musicforchange.org

Wed 22 Oct
GROWING UP IN THE WINDRUSH YEARS
A reminiscence collage workshop facilitated by Hermione Wood. Bring your black and white photos and your memories of growing-up in London and join us for the best of times and the worst of times. Venue: Marcus Garvey Library, Tottenham Green Centre, 1 Philip Lane, N15 4JA. 2pm - 4pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 5309

Fri 24 Oct
AFRICAN ART AND CRAFT FOR CHILDREN
Join in with this African-inspired art session with Dacika. Venue: Marcus Garvey Library, Tottenham Green Centre, 1 Philip Lane, N15 4JA. 4.30pm - 5.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 5309.

Fri 24 Oct
IN THE SHADOWS OF SENGHOR
Performances and theatre workshops for Key Stage 3, 4 & 5 students, exploring the concepts, identity and cultural heritage using the poetry of Senegalese politician and poet Leopold Sedar Senghor. Open to schools and colleges only and 30 students per workshop. Venue: Rich Mix, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, London E1 6LA. 10am-12.30pm & 1pm-3.30pm. Adm: £5 per student. Accompanying adults free of charge. Wheelchair access. Info: 020 7613 7498.

Sat 25 Oct
AFRICAN FESTIVAL!
An African Festival featuring traditional dance and drumming workshops and performances by kids and adults and guest artists. Travel with us from Egypt to Ghana via South Africa and taste the culture and food of Africa. Venue: Kingsley Hall, Powis Road, Bromley-by-Bow, E3 3HJ. 4.30pm-7.30pm. Adm: £3, conc £1. Info: 0208 981 5017.

Sat 25 Oct
FAMILY FUN DAY
An action-packed day of fun and festivities to celebrate BHM including African drumming, dance workshops, face-painting, badge making,and performances. Plus health information stalls and music. Venue: Idea Store Bow, 1 Gladstone Place, Roman Road, east London. 10am-4pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 364 4332.

Sat 25 Oct & 1 Nov
THE CRE ATI ON OF CARIBBEAN DANCE
Find out how and discover how Caribbean dance differs from West African moves and rhythms. Venue: Museum Of London Docklands, West India Quay, E14 4AL. 11.45am-1.15pm (then) 1pm-2.30pm. Info: 0870 444 3855.

Sun 26 Oct
CELEBRATE OUR ROOTS
Workshops for family groups with art, drumming and dance workshops. Cultural fashions plus food and displays from Africa. Later on d young people show their talent and diversity. Venue: St Matthias Community Centre, Poplar High St, London E14 0AE. 3pm-6pm & 7.30pm-10pm. Adm: Free. Full disabled access. Info: 0207 987 0459.

Sun 26 Oct
FAMILY WORKSHOP: CARNIVAL MASKS
Find out about the history of carnival costume and have a go at designing your own sparkly mask. For age 5 and over, children under 8 years old accompanied by an adult. Venue: Bruce Castle Museum, Lordship Lane, N17 8NU. 2pm - 4pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 808 8772.

Sun 26 & 30 Oct
BLACK AND WORLD HISTORY COURSES
Running for over 11yrs this is an excellent introduction into self-development providing a realistic insight into our history, present day and future. Delivered in three sections over 17/18 wks. Venue: Walthamstow, London E17. Fee: £77.50 conc available. Adv booking. Info - 0208 808 7547/07956 337 391, thinktank_27@yahoo.com

Mon 27 Oct
AFRICAN ARTS WORKSHOP
T-shirt printing using tie dye. All activities are for registered users of Sure Start Children Centres only. New families, with children under 5, are welcome to register. Venue: Sure Start Woolwich Riverside and Glyndon, Cardwell Children's Centre, Frances Street, SE18. Adm: Free. 10am - 12am. Info: 0208 836 9252.

Mon 27 Oct
HEAD FULL OF FREEDOM
Head wrapping & story making, poetry, finger painting and cut-outs in this family workshop led by award winning writer Jenny Mitchell. All ages welcome! Venue: Gloucester Room, 1st Floor Central Library, Ilford. 10.30am-12noon & 1.30pm-3pm. Adm: £2.50 child; parents/ carers free. Info: 0208 708 2317.

Mon 27-29 Oct
JUMP UP AND WAVE!
A riot of colour: an art and drama workshop on the history of the London Carnival. Learn the history behind the Notting Hill carnival as you and your family create your own masquerade band. Calling all, don't miss this fantastic opportunity to learn and enjoy the spirit of Carnival! Venue: Carnegie Library, 188 Herne Hill Road, London SE24 0AG. 2-4pm. Info: 0207 926 6050 / 0207 926 1075.

Mon 27 & 29 Oct
THE PRICE OF SWEETNESS
200 years ago, Londoners campaigning for the abolition of the slave trade, used sugar bowls to tell everyone about evils of the slave trade. Decide what your bowl should say. Venue: Museum Of London Docklands, West India Quay, E14 4AL. Various Times From: 11.30am. Info: 0870 444 3850.

Mon 27- 31 Oct
BHM FAMILY WORKSHOPS
Learn about the personal histories of African, Asian and Caribbean Servicemen and women in the second World War. Children can make their own recruitment posters. Venue: Imperial War Museum London, Lambeth Road, London SE1 6HZ. 1pm -3pm. Adm: Free. (wheelchair access). Info: 0207 416 5000.

Tues 28 Oct
VERNA WILKINS
The Journey of the book: The founder of Tamarind, a children's book publishing company. Wilkins is author of 30 picture books and seven biographies for young people. All her books offer positive role models for success and feature on the National Curriculum Key Stage 1 and 2 reading. She will be leading an exciting workshop on how a book is born and becomes the book you can read. Venue: Southfields Library, 300 Wimbledon Park Road, SW19 6NL 2.30pm- 3.30pm. Adm: Fee. Info: 0208 871 6388.

Tues 28 Oct
HEALTH THROUGH HISTORY SHOWCASE
The Tower Hamlets African and Caribbean Mental Health Organization showcase their projects and discuss how engaging with local history and heritage is a source of empowerment, confidence and self-esteem. Plus workshops on family history research. Venue: Museum Of London Docklands, West India Quay, E14 4AL. 11.15am-3pm. Adm: Under 16's free, NUS card holders and disabled carers. Adm: adult: £5, conc.: £3 (over 60s and unwaged) Info: 0870 444 3850

Tues 28 Oct
MAKE AN AFRICAN BRACELET
Useful leads on how to use beads. Family event. Venue: Highgate Library, Shepherds Hill, N6 5QT. 2.30pm-4pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 8772.

Tues 28 Oct
MAKE YOUR MARK!
Make your own colourful badge and/or banner to say what's important to you! Arts & crafts family workshop for 5-12 yrs). Venue: Hollis Room, South Woodford Library, Redbridge. 10.30am-12noon & 1.30pm-3pm. Adm: £2.50 child; parents/carers free. Info: 0208 708 2317.

Tues 28 Oct
HEALTHY EATING: PREPARE A HEALTHY LUNCHBOX
Cook and Eat: An excellent opportunity for parents to gain ideas about what to put in their children's lunch boxes. The healthy lunch box options and snacks prepared use a wide range of foods, from Africa and the Caribbean. Venue: Wood Green Central Library, High Road, N22 6XD. 11-1pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 2780.

Tues 28 Oct
MAKE AN AFRICAN BRACELET
Useful leads on how to use beads. Family event. Venue: Marcus Garvey Library, Tottenham Green Centre, 1 Philip Lane, N15 4JA. 2.30pm-4pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 5309.

Tues 28 Oct
AFRICAN BEADS
Come along and create some authentic African bead jewellery. Family event. Venue: Marcus Garvey Children's Library, Tottenham Green Centre, 1 Philip Lane, N15 4JA. 2.30pm-3.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 5309

Tues 28 Oct
OVER 50s CLUB - BLACK HISTORY DANCE TIME
Witness Elsa Perez and her dancers talking about and demonstrating dance from Africa and the Caribbean. Venue: Kingsbury Library Plus, 522 - 524 Kingsbury Road, Kingsbury, London NW9 9HE. 10am -12noon. Info: 0208 937 3520.

Tues 28 Oct
CARIBBEAN STORYTELLING & DRUM WORKSHOP
Come and share the adventures of three naughty brothers in the story of 'Pyé Papay-La!', a St. Lucian folk tale and do some drumming. Venue: Bethnal Green Library, Cambridge Heath Road, Bethnal Green, E2 0HL. 2pm-3pm. Info: 0208 980 3232.

Tues 28-31 Oct
DRUMMING &DANCE WORKSHOPS
A series of African drumming and dance workshops using 'fusion music'. Venue: Kingswood House, Seeley Drive, West Dulwich SE21 8QR. Adm: £2. Info: 0207 761 2929.

Wed 29 Oct
THE AFRICAN 3 D'S
Come along and experience first hand the African 3 D's - Drumming, Dancing and Dressing!! Venue: Shoreditch Library, 80 Hoxton Street, N1 6LP. Disabled access. 2- 4pm. Info: 0208 356 4350.

Wed 29 Oct
JOLLY JUNGLE CRAFTS
Make your very own tiger or snake mask and lots more in the fun packed crafts workshop for little ones! Family crafts workshop for 2-5 yrs. Venue: Gloucester Room, 1st Floor Central Library, Ilford. 10.15am-11.30am. Adm: £1.50 child; parents/carers free. Info: 0208 708 2317.

Wed 29 Oct
EXPLORING GHANA
The people. The culture. The landscape. The crafts. A look at the Adinkra symbols and their meaning. We then try our hand at painting Adinkra symbols on mugs using ceramic paints. Venue: Coombes Croft Library, Tottenham High Road, London N17 8AG. 1.30pm - 2.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 8771.

Wed 29 Oct
WE DO ZULU
Bead workshop and performance with Uthingo Zulu Dance Company. The zulu traditionally used beading as a code by which particular colours are selected and combined in various ways to shape messages that are then woven into decorative geometrical designs. Family workshop, conducted to the rhythm of drums and an energising performance by Uthingo Zulu Dance Company. Venue: Bruce Castle Museum, Lordship Lane, Tottenham, N17 8NU. 2pm - 4pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 808 8772.

Thurs 30 Oct
BLACK HAIR DAY WORKSHOP
Black hair mini workshop by expert Elizabeth Vincent. This workshop will give you the hottest top10 relaxer tips you need to know before walking into a salon. Venue: Coombes Croft Library, Tottenham High Road, London N17 8AG. 7pm - 8pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 8771.

Thurs 30 Oct
NATIVE BADGE MAKING & MAKE A SAFARI ANIMAL
An arts event to make some badges inspired by native African and Caribbean designs, plus make and paint your own safari animal. Venue: Idea Store Bow, 1 Gladstone Place, Roman Road, east London. 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 364 4332.

Thurs 30 Oct
LOVE THE MAKE-UP!
Join in this multicultural make-up workshop. Explore the art of carnival face and body painting, and try out your own designs. For age 5 and over, under 8s accompanied by adult, and adults accompanied by child. Venue: Bruce Castle Museum, Lordship Lane, Tottenham, London. 2pm - 4pm. Adm: Free.

Thurs 30 Oct
AFRICAN MASK MAKING
Try your hand at making an African inspired mask. Family event. Venue: Highgate Library, Shepherds Hill, London. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 8772.

Fri 30 Oct
EFIBA ARTS
Come along and join in with African drumming, arts, singing and dancing, with Efiba arts. Venue: Stoke Newington Library, Stoke Newington Church, Street, N16 OJS. 2pm- 3pm. Info: 0208 356 5231.

Thurs 30 Oct
AFRICAN ANIMAL MASK MAKING
Who's the King of the Jungle? Find out at this craft activity with Elma. Venue: Wood Green Central Library, High Road, N22 6XD. 2pm-3.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 2780.

Thurs 30 Oct
HEALTHY EATING: PREPARE A HEALTHY LUNCHBOX
Cook and Eat: An excellent opportunity for parents to gain ideas about what to put in their children's lunch boxes. The healthy lunch box options and snacks prepared use a wide range of foods, from Africa and the Caribbean. Venue: St Ann's Library, Cissbury Road, N15 5PU. 11am -1pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 8775.

Thurs 30 Oct
MAKE AN AFRICAN BRACELET
Useful leads on how to use beads. Family event. Venue: Alexandra Park Library, Alexandra Park Road, Wood Green, N22 7UJ. 3pm-4pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 8770.

Fri 31 Oct
FAMILY WORKSHOP: CARNIVAL MASKS
Find out about the history of carnival costume and have a go at designing your own sparkly mask. For age 5 and over, under 8s accompanied by adult. Venue: Bruce Castle Museum, Lordship Lane, N17 8NU. 2pm - 4pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 808 8772.

Fri 31 Oct
AFRICAN ART AND CRAFT FOR CHILDREN
Absorbing African-inspired art session with Dacika. Venue: Marcus Garvey Library, Tottenham Green Centre, 1 Philip Lane, N15 4JA. 4.30pm - 5.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 489 5309.

Fri 31 Oct
AFRICAN MASK MAKING
An interactive craft session for all the family. Venue: Cubitt Town Library, Strattondale Street, Isle of Dogs, London E14 3HG. 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm. Info: 0207 987 3152.

Fri 31 Oct
PUPPET THEATRE WORKSHOP
Make adventurous London puppet characters and make your own theatre set to take home. Venue: Museum Of London Docklands, West India Quay, E14 4AL. 2pm-2.45pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0870 444 3850.

NOVEMBER

Sat 1 Nov
GRENADIAN STORYTELLING WORKSHOP
Join veteran Grenadian storyteller Allister Bain offers for a spell-binding one hour story-telling workshop, followed by a home-cooked Caribbean meal. Ideal for elders and family groups. Venue: Oval House Theatre, 52-54 Kennington Oval, SE11 5SW. 12.pm. Adm: £10. (Wheelchair access). Info: 0207 582 7680.

Wed 26 Nov
SALSA WORKSHOP
Experience the passion and exuberance of this hugely popular Latin dance and learn about its roots in the Caribbean and in Latin and North America. With salsa teacher Amanda Maitland. Venue: The Tabernacle, Powis Square, London W11 2AY.
7pm-10pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 361 3204.

Wed 5 Nov
ISLAMIC GEOMETRY ARTS WORKSHOP
Geometrical Patterns feature heavily in Islamic architecture. This workshop will provide students with an insight into the history of Islamic Geometry Pattern and show you how to make your own beautiful geometric patterns. Venue: Muslim Cultural Heritage Centre, 244 Acklam Road, W10 5YG. 4pm- 5.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 361 3204/ arts@rbkc.gov.uk.

31 Jan - 4 Apr 09
INTRODUCTION TO BLACK HISTORY
A course designed to look at historical documents, paintings and texts by renowned black writers as a source of insight and inspiration. Learn through social commentary, analysing politics and reviewing oral history. Venue: St Mark's Church, Kennington, Kennington Park Road, SE11. Sat 10.30am - 1.pm. Adm: £20, conc. £5. (wheelchair access). Info: 0207 450 1929 / community@morleycollege.ac.uk

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