Children Workshop Events
Please note: Unless stated, some listings for BHM have been ‘retained’ to show new viewers what kinds of activities are common during the Black History Month which covers October to November annually. For regular listings visit: Arts and Entertainment
2012 Listings
Storytelling / Workshops / Crafts / Under 5s / Adult Workshops
Wed 1 Oct & 2 Nov
TALES FROM THE CARIBBEAN
Performance storyteller Winston Nzinga retells tales of the infamous Anancy and other traditional stories from the Caribbean. Fun and participation. Age 5-11 years.
Venue: Durning Library, 167 Kennington Lane SE11 4HF. 1.30-2.30pm; then at West Norwood Library, The Old Library Centre, 14-16 Knights Hill SE27 0HY. 3.30- 4.30pm; and on Fri 2 Nov at Carnegie Library, 188 Herne Hill Rd SE24 0AG. 2.30-3.30pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0207 926 1075.
Wed 10 Oct
QUIZ MORNING
BHM quiz- teams.
Venue: Mitcham Library, 157 London Road
Mitcham CR4 2YR.
Time: 11am-12pm.
Adm: Free
Info: 0208 274 5745.
Thurs 11 Oct
MAKE A COLLAGE INSPIRED BY MALORIE BLACKMAN
Make a ‘Noughts & Crosses’ Collage at craft club (5-11 yrs).
Venue: Catford Library, Laurence House, Rushey Green, London SE6 4RU.
Time: 3.45pm – 5pm
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 9113.
Sun 7 Oct
BOOKSTART
Story and rhyme times for under 5s.
Venue: Willesden Green Library, 96 High Rd, Willesden, London NW10 2SF.
Time: 3.15 – 4pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 937 3400.
Mon 8, 14, 24, Oct
ANANSI ARTS
One of the most famous figures in African folklore told through stories and arts and crafts
Venue: Leyton Library, Leyton Library High Rd Leyton, London E10 5QH. 10.30am; then 14th at Walthamstow Library, High St Walthamstow, London E17 7JN. 10.30am; then 24th at North Chingford Library, North Chingford Library, The Green, Chingford, London E4 7EN. 4pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 496 3000.
Tues 9, 11 Oct
AFRICAN MASK WORKSHOP
Traditional tribal mask designs are used to inspire children to create their own versions using colours, paints and collage.
Venue: Lea Bridge Library, Lea Bridge Rd, Leyton, London E10 7HU. 4pm; then 11th at North Chingford Library, The Green, Chingford, London E4 7EN.
Adm: 4pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 496 3000.
Tues 9 Oct
AFRICAN CRAFTS AND STORYTELLING
Children’s craft event, making animal masks and African storytelling.
Venue: Acton Library, Acton High Street, Acton W3 6NA
Time: 2.30pm. Adm: Free.
Tues 9 Oct
BHM QUIZ
Come and test your knowledge and learn together in our family quiz.
Venue: Donald Hope Library, High
St, Colliers Wood, London SW19 2HR. 5.30 – 6.30 pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 020 8274 5799.
Sat 13 Oct
AFRICAN MASK MAKING
African mask making craft session for children and families.
Venue: Watney Market Library, London E1 2PR.
Time: 3-3pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0207 780 1853.
Sat 13 Oct
TREASURE HUNT
Children of all ages are welcome to try and complete our black history themed treasure hunt.
Venue: Donald Hope Library, High
St, Colliers Wood, SW19 2HR.
Time: 10.30 – 11.30 am.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 274 5799.
Mon 15 Oct
TINGA TINGA TALES
African folk inspired stories (under 5s).
Venue: Deptford Lounge, Giffin Square, London SE8 4RJ.
Time: 11– 11.30am
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 7299.
SAT 10, 17 & 24 Nov
FAMILY LEARNING
Story and craft workshop three week course.
Venue: Kingsbury Library Plus, 522 – 524 Kingsbury Rd, Kingsbury, London NW9 9HE. 11am-1pm. Info: 0208 937 3520 and Harlesden Library Plus, Craven Park Rd, London NW10 8SE.
Time: 2.30 – 4.30pm.
Info: 0208 937 3570.
Fri 12 Oct
AFRICAN MASKS
Make your own tribal mask. Children aged under 8 must be accompanied (for Ages 5-12).
Venue: 82 Dartmouth Road, London, SE23 3HZ.
Time: 4pm-5pm
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 7653.
Sat 13 Oct
SATURDAY CRAFT CLUB
Join library staff for craft events including Rangoli Mats and Anansi the spider (Family Event).
Venue: Downham Library, Health & Leisure Centre, 7-9 Moorside Road, London BR1 5EP.
Time: 10.30 – 12 noon
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 9705.
Sat 13 Oct
KILBURN AUTUMN FUN DAY
From Story and Rhyme time fun to workshops, gardening, and face painting.
Venue: Kilburn Library, Salusbury Rd Kilburn, London NW6 6NN.
Time: 11am – 4pm.
Adm Free.
Info: 0208 937 3530.
Sat 13 Oct
MAKE USAIN BOLT
Craft club special.
Venue: Catford Library, Laurence House, Rushey Green, London SE6 4RU.
Time: 10.30am –12 noon
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 9113.
Sat 13 Oct
AFRICAN MASK CRAFT
Come and make your own colourful African mask. Age 5-11. Under 8s accompanied.
Venue: Deptford Lounge, Giffin Square, London SE8 4RJ.
Time: 2–3pm
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 7299.
Sat 13 Oct
MAKE AND DECORATE A KULFI HAT
Craft activity (Age 5-11).
Venue: Manor House Library, 34 Old Rd, London SE13 5SY.
Time: 2pm-3pm
Adm: Free Pre-book.
Info: 0208 314 7794.
Sat 13 Oct
JAMAICAN DOCTOR-BIRD MASKS
Create a fabulous Doctor-Bird mask (age 5-8).
Venue: Lewisham Library, 199-201 Lewisham High St, London SE13 6LG.
Time: 2-3pm
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 9800.
Sat 13 Oct
CHILDREN’S FUN DAY
Make and take home a vibrant and colourful mask, then stay and play-colouring sheets, word searches and board games.
Venue: Hackney Central Library, Hackney Technology and Learning Centre, 1 Reading Lane E8 1GQ.
Time: 1 – 3pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 356 3000.
Sat 13 Oct
AFRICAN MASK MAKING
Get creative making an African mask using a mixture of different art materials. Under 5’s must be with an adult.
Venue: Dalston C.L.R. James Library, Dalston Square, Dalston, London E8 3BQ.
Time: 2 – 4pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 356 3000.
Sat 13 & 20 Oct
FAMILY LEARNING FESTIVAL
Story and craft activities.
Venue: Kilburn Library, Salusbury Rd Kilburn, London NW6 6NN. 11am – 1pm. Info: 0208 937 3530; and 20th at Kilburn Library. 11am-1pm; and at Harlesden Library Plus, Craven Park Rd, London NW10 8SE.
Time: 2.30-4.30pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 937 3570.
Mon 15, 22 Oct
AFRICAN MASK WORKSHOP
Children can create their own mask using colours, paints and collage.
Venue: Higham Hill Library, North Countess Rd, Walthamstow, London E17 5HS.4pm; then 22nd at Leyton Library, High Rd, Leyton, London E10 5QH.
Time: 10.30am.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 496 3000.
Mon 15, 22 & 29 Oct
ANCESTRY SESSIONS AT SELSDON LIBRARY
Are you interested in discovering more about your ancestors by taking a journey into your past to build your family tree? If so you may like to learn how to use ancestry.
Venue: Selsdon Library, Selsdon Community Centre, Addington Road, Selsdon CR2 8LA. Time: 9.30am.
Adm: Free. And Mon 22 & 27 – same venue: begin_of_the_skype_highlighting
Info: 0208726 6900
Tues 16 Oct
JAMAICA’S 50th ANNIVERSARY
Reflection of the Past 50 Years, this workshop explores the 50 years and the countries achievements narrated through interactive dance and song. Age 16+.
Venue: Homerton Library, Homerton High St, E9 6AS.
Time: 6.15 – 7.45pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 356 3000.
Tues16 Oct
MAKE MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
Make your own drums and shakers and decorate them afterwards. Aged 5-12, under 8s accompanied.
Venue: Forest Hill Library, 82 Dartmouth Road, London, SE23 3HZ.
Time: 4-5pm Adm: Free (pre-book).
Info: 0208 314 7653.
Tues 16 Oct
SANDRA AGARD PERFORMS STEAL AWAY
Sandra Agard’s new dramatic monologue Steal Away tells the story of Harriet Tubman as seen through the eyes of a runaway slave. Al aged welcome. Under 11s accompanied.
Venue: Manor House Library, 34 Old Rd, London SE13 5SY.
Time: 7.15-8.30pm
Adm: Free (pre book).
Info: 0208 314 7794.
Wed 17 Oct
BLACK HISTORY MONTH FOR BEGINNERS
African-Caribbean story and songs for the under 5s.
Venue: Manor House Library, 34 Old Road, London SE13 5SY.
Time: 2.30pm-3pm
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 7794.
Wed 17 Oct
WEST INDIAN FRONT ROOM
Reminiscence with the Haringey U3A:
Bring a poem, a song or an item that means something to you and share it with us.
Venue: Marcus Garvey Library, Tottenham Green Centre, 1 Phillip Lane N15 4JA.
Time: 2-3.30pm
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 489 5309.
Thurs 18 Oct
THE SNOWY DAY BY EZRA JACK KEATS
Storytelling and craft activity connected with the first picture book to have an African-American child as the hero. (Age 5-6).
Venue: Manor House Library, 34 Old Rd, London SE13 5SY.
Time: 10.15am-11.30am
Adm: Free
Info: 0208 314 7794.
Thurs 18 Oct
DIG OUT DEM ROOTS
Ancestry – Learn about tracing your Caribbean Ancestry at this free workshop.
Venue: Donald Hope Library, High
Street, Colliers Wood, SW19 2HR.
Time: 10 – 12pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 020 8274 5799.
Thurs 18, 23 Oct
FLAGS OF FREEDOM
Creating a display in acknowledgement of Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago celebrating 50 years of independence. Children will each make their own section of the display.
Venue: Leytonstone Library, 6 Church Lane, Leytonstone, London E11 1HG.4pm; then 23rd at Lea Bridge Library, Lea Bridge Rd, Leyton, London E10 7HU.
Time: 4pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 496 3000.
Fri 19 Oct
STORYTELLING
Come along and join in with and listen to stories by the ever popular Sandra Agard. For under 5s.
Venue: Waterloo Library, 114-118 Lower Marsh, London SE1 7AG.
Time:10.30am.
Adm: Free:
Info: 0207 926 1075.
Fri 19 Oct
BLACK LITERATURE HIGHLIGHTS
Talk by Pauline Dawkins.
Venue: Mitcham Library, 157 London Rd
Mitcham CR4 2YR
Time: 10am.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 274 5745.
Fri 19 Oct
BESSIE COLEMAN
Story and paper plane mobile Craft. Age 8-11.
Venue: Deptford Lounge, Giffin Square, London SE8 4RJ.
Time: 4– 5pm
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 7299.
Fri 19 Oct
CHATTERBOOKS
Show and tell about your national heritage, your background and find out about others. For age 5-12). Under 8s accompanied.
Venue: Forest Hill Library, 82 Dartmouth Rd, London, SE23 3HZ.
Time: 4pm-5pm Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 7653.
Sat 20 Oct
AFRICAN MASKS
Design and create some African Masks. For children over 5 years.
Venue: Donald Hope Library, High
Street, Colliers Wood, SW19 2HR.
Time: 10.30 – 11.30 am.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 274 5799.
Tues 23 Oct
DIG OUT DEM ROOTS
Learn about tracing your Caribbean Ancestry at this free workshop.
Venue: Donald Hope Library, High
Street, Colliers Wood, SW19.
Time: 2 – 4pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 274 5799.
Sat 20 Oct
CRAFT CLUB SPECIAL.
Make a collage of favourite musicians.
Venue: Catford Library, Laurence House, Rushey Green, London SE6 4RU. Time: 10.30am – 12 noon
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 9113.
Sat 20 Oct
SATURDAY CRAFT CLUB
Craft session including Rangoli Mats and Anansi the spider.
Venue: Downham Library, Health & Leisure Centre, 7-9 Moorside Rd, London BR1 5EP.
Time: 10.30 – 12noon
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 9705.
Sat 20 Oct
BHT RHYME TIME
Join in with traditional nursery rhymes and stories from around the world.
Venue: Idea Store Chrisp St, 1 Vesey Path, East India Dock Rd, London E14 6BT.
Time: 11–11.45am.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0207 364 4332.
Sat 20 Oct
SINGING INDIAN KAZOOS
Come along to magical musical workshop and make your own kazoo (age 5-8).
Venue: Lewisham Library, 199-201 Lewisham High St, London SE13 6LG.
Time: 2-3pm
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 9800.
Sat 20 Oct
DISCOVERING SCIENCE CLUB
Featuring scientists of African descent. Under 8s must be accompanied.
Venue: Catford Library, Laurence House, Rushey Green, London SE6 4RU.
Time: 3.30-4.15pm
Adm: Free (Pre-book a place).
Info: 0208 314 9113.
Sat 20 Oct
AFRICAN BATIK CRAFT
Come and make your own African inspired pattern. (For ages 5-11, Children aged under 8 must be accompanied).
Venue: Deptford Lounge, Giffin Square, London SE8 4RJ.
Time: 2– 3pm
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 7299.
Sat 20 Oct
BLACK HISTORY MONTH FAMILY QUIZ
Come and test your knowledge and learn together in our Family BHM Quiz.
Venue: Manor House Library, 34 Old Road, London SE13 5SY.
Time: 2pm-3.15pm
Adm: Free (Pre-book).
Info: 0208 314 7794.
Sat 20 Oct
STORY TELLING
A monologue from acclaimed storyteller Sandra Agard for adults and children. The dramatic story of Harriet Tubman is told through the eyes of runaway slave in a compelling mixture of slave narrative, poetry and song.
Venue: Peckham Library, Peckham Hill St, London SE15.
Time: 3pm-4pm.
Adm: Free, but book.
Info: 0207 525 1570..
Sun 21, 24, Oct
THE CRAYON BOX
Based on the poem, ‘The Crayon Box That Talked’, this activity for young children creating ideas of individual differences that are much more interesting and quite colourful!
Venue: Walthamstow Library, High Street Walthamstow, London, E17 7JN.10.30am; then at Hale End Library, Castle Avenue, Highams Park, London E4 9QD.
Time: 4pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 496 3651
Tues 23, 28 Oct
AFRICAN MASK WORKSHOP
Traditional tribal mask designs are used to inspire children to create their own versions using colours, paints and collage. Venue: Wood Street Library, Forest Rd, Walthamstow, London, E17 4AA.10.30am; then 28th at Walthamstow Library, High St Walthamstow, London E17 7JN.
Time:10.30am.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 496 3000.
Tues 23 Oct
BHM STORYTIME
For Under 5s.
Venue: Mitcham Library, 157 London Rd
Mitcham CR4 2YR.
Time:10.30am.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 274 5745.
Tues 23 Oct
ELLEN CRAFT
In 1848, Ellen Craft and her husband embarked on escaping from slavery. Posing as a white man with Ellen disguised as his slave they took risk that spelt death if caught – to be free.
Venue: Willesden Green Library Centre, 95 High Road, Willesden, London NW10 2SF. 10.30am – 11.30am.
Info: 0208 937 3400. Then 1.3pn-2.30pm at Town Hall Library. Town Hall Library, Brent Town Hall, King’s Drive Entrance, Forty Lane, Wembley, Middlesex HA9 9HU.
Info: 0208 937 3500.
Tues 23 Oct
AFRICAN MASK MAKING FOR CHILDREN.
Craft time making African masks.
Venue: Wimbledon Library 35, Wimbledon Hill Rd, London SW19 7NB.
Time: 3-4pm. Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 274 5757.
Wed 24 Oct
AFRO BEATS DANCE
Age 8 plus? Come and shake it up to some Afro Beats!
Venue: Stoke Newington Library, Stoke Newington Church Street, N16 0JS.
Time: 4 -7pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 356 3000.
Thurs 25 Oct
STEAL AWAY
Sandra Agard presents ‘Steal Away’, telling the story of Harriet Tubman; an African-American Abolitionist and Conductor on the Underground Railway. Age 10+.
Venue: Stoke Newington Library, Stoke Newington Church St, London N16 0JS.
Time: 6.45 – 7.45pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 356 3000.
Thurs 25 Oct
POETRY CIRCLE
Description of event Please join us, and share a poem by or about African Caribbean at the Black History month Poetry Circle.
Venue: Donald Hope Library, High
Street, Colliers Wood, SW19 2HR.
Time: 5.30 – 6.30 pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 274 5799.
Fri 26 Oct
PAPER BEADS
Make your own beads out of paper and see what jewellery you can make. Children aged under 8 must be accompanied, Ages 5-12.
Venue: Forest Hill Library, 82 Dartmouth Road, London SE23 3HZ.
Time: 4pm-5pm
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 7653.
Sat 27 Oct
THE COMIC BOOKWORM
Introduction of a series of weekly workshops for young people aged 11 – 16 in which they will learn how to draw cartoon versions of themselves, their friends, and local settings, with the tutor’s guidance. Workshop dates: Sat, 3, 10 , 17 , 24 Nov & 1, 8, 15 Dec.
Venue: Town Hall Library, Brent Town Hall, Forty Lane, Wembley, Middlesex HA9 9HV. Time: 2pm-3.30pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 937 3560.
Sat 27 Oct
CELEBRATING BHM
With activities and events for grownups and children.
Venue: Idea Store Chrisp St, 1 Vesey Path, Poplar, E14 6BT.
Time: 11am–4pm.
Info: 0207 364 4332.
Sat 27 Oct
BECOME AN ICON
Make a Martin Luther King figure, Nelson Mandela or President Obama mask at craft club.
Venue: Catford Library, Laurence House, Rushey Green, London SE6 4RU.
Time: 10.30am – 12 noon
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 9113.
Sat 27 Oct
MYTHS AND LEGENDS OF THE CARIBBEAN
Exploring the favourite mythology from the Caribbean with stories and images for Halloween. For children aged 8+.
Venue: Donald Hope Library, London.
Time: 10.30 – 11.30 am.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 274 5799.
Sat 27 Oct
SATURDAY CRAFT CLUB
Join library staff for craft events including Rangoli Mats and Anansi the spider. Venue: Downham Library, Health & Leisure Centre, 7-9 Moorside Road, London BR1 5EP.
Time:10.30 – 12noon
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 9705.
Sat 27 Oct
CREATURES OF THE NIGHT
Anansi spider shadow puppets to frighten your friends (for accompanied children Age 5-8.
Venue: Lewisham Library, 199-201 Lewisham High St, London SE13 6LG.
Time: 2-30pm
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 9800.
Sat 27 Oct
AFRICAN LANDSCAPE CRAFT
Come and make an African landscape scene. Age 5-11. Under 8s accompanied.
Venue: Deptford Lounge, Giffin Square, London SE8 4RJ.
Time: 2– 3pm
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 7299.
Sat 27 Oct
GRANDMA’S SATURDAY SOUP STORIES AND CRAFT
Discover the wonderful fruits and vegetables of the Caribbean through themed stories and create your own fruit collage. Age 5-11.
Venue: Manor House Library, 34 Old Rd, London SE13 5SY.
Time: 2-3.15pm
Adm: Free (Pre-book a place).
Info: 020 8314 7794.
Mon 29 Oct
AFRICAN JEWELLERY MAKING
Make a beautiful, African-inspired piece of jewellery.
Venue: Watney Market Library, 30 – 32 Watney Market, E1 2PR.
Time: 2–3pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0207 780 1853.
Mon 29 Oct
JAZZ AFRICAN DANCE
As part of Black History Month we have two hours for people to experience Jazz African dance. This will be led by qualified dance tutor, Ms. Edith La Chapelle. There is also the option to stay later if you would like some extra African dance tips.
Venue: Idea Store Whitechapel, 321 Whitechapel Rd, London E1 1BU.
Time: 3– 5pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0207 364 1732.
Mon 29 Oct
HAND ON HISTORY!
Kilburn Family Fun History Day, with craft, Story and Rhyme face painting and a food stall.
Venue: Kilburn Library, Salusbury Rd Kilburn, London NW6 6NN.
Time: 11am – 4pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 937 3530.
Mon 29 Oct
THE NEXT SONG…
Participants will research and write new praisesongs for heroes and sheroes past, present and the future and get involved in role playing and readings. Age 7 – 12 years.
Venue: Clapton Library, Northwold Rd, E5 8RA.
Time: 3pm – 5pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 356 3000.
Mon 29 Oct
FAMILY ART WORKSHOP
Create your own beautifully inspired greeting card and envelope, using the collage style of Godfried Donkor, a Ghanaian artist, living and working in London. For adults and children 9+.
Venue: Walthamstow Library, High St Walthamstow, London, E17 7JN.
Time:11.30am.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 496 3000.
Mon 29 Oct
STORIES FROM MANY NATIONS
Alison Blunt, internationally acclaimed musician and storyteller, presents stories and songs. Aged 3-7.
Venue: Grove Park community library. 10-11am. Then at Deptford Lounge, Giffin Square, London SE8 4RJ.
Time: 2– 3pm & 3.30-4.30pm
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 7299.
Mon 29 Oct
HANDA’S SURPRISE
Come and listen to your favourite story and make a simple Handa’s surprise mask. Aged 3-5.
Venue: Deptford Lounge, Giffin Square, London SE8 4RJ.
Time: 11–11.30am & 2– 3pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 7299.
Mon 29 Oct
JEWELLERY WORKSHOP
Create a ceramic charm inspired by traditional crafts and stories (Family event).
Venue: Lewisham Library, 199-201 Lewisham High St, London SE13 6LG.
Time: 2-4pm
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 9800.
Tues 30 Oct
BOOK CLUB
Come discuss your favourite black authors and get recommendations of other great reads.
Time: 5.30 – 6.30 pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 274 5799.
Tues 30 Oct
AKUBA
Telling African Tales, take an imaginative journey with storyteller Akuba. An interactive session using drama and art to bring stories to life.
Venue: Southall Library, Osterley Park, Road, Southall, UB2 4BL
Time: 2.30pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 825 7259.
Tues 30 Oct
BHM CELEBRATION DAY
Displays and activities and reasons to celebrate.
Venue: Watney Market Library, 30 – 32 Watney Market, E1 2PR
Travel: DLR: Shadwell).
Time: 11am–3pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0207 780 1853.
Tues 30 Oct
CRICK…CRACK – TELLING TALES
African and Caribbean interactive storytelling session involving drama, songs, poetry and games. Featuring Anansi Spider, creation, riddle and rainforest tales. All ages welcome but under 5’s accompanied by adult.
Venue: Woodberry Down Community Library, Community Centre, Kayani Avenue, London N4 2HF.
Time: 2pm – 3pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 356 3000.
Tues 30 Oct
A TASTE OF AFRICA
Experience the music, singing, dancing, stories, costume and food of Africa. All ages.
Venue: Dalston C.L.R. James Library, Dalston Square, Dalston, London E8 3BQ.
Time: 2pm – 4pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 356 3000.
Tues 30 Oct
FAMILY LEARNING FESTIVAL
Big Draw workshop.
Venues: Ealing Rd Library, Ealing Rd, Coronet Parade, Wembley, Middlesex HAO 4BR. 2.30 – 3.30pm. Info: 0208 937 3560; then 2.30pm – 4pm at Kingsbury Library Plus, 522 – 524 Kingsbury Rd, Kingsbury, London NW9 9HE.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 937 3520.
Tues 30 Oct
STORIES FROM AFRICA INTERACTIVE
Drama Workshop for ages 5-11. See the tales How Anansi became King of all the Stories and How the Zebra got his Stripes brought vividly to life as your children revel in creating vibrant African scenes and marvel as the cunning Anansi captures Osebo, the fearsome leopard.
Venue: Northolt Library, Church Rd, Northolt UB5 5AS.
Time: 11am.
Adm: £1 per child. (Children must be accompanied by an adult).
Info: 0208 825 7296.
Tues 30 Oct
CELEBRATING COMMUNITIES EVENT
Ahmadiyya Community, Morden Baptist Church * The University of the Third Age (U3A) invite you into Morden Library where they will be showcasing some of the work they do within our community. The Mosque will also be providing free food and refreshments.
Time: 11am – 3pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 545 4040.
Tues 30 Oct
STORIES FROM MANY NATIONS
Alison Blunt, internationally acclaimed musician and storyteller, presents stories and songs from many nations. Aged 3-7.
Venue: Forest Hill Library, 82 Dartmouth Rd, London, SE23 3HZ. 10-11am. Then Sydenham Community Library 1.30-2.30pm & New Cross community Library London SE14 6AS
Time: 3.45-4.30pm.
Info: 0208 314 8334
Tues 30 Oct
STORYTELLING & CRAFT
An interactive storytelling performance and craft session for families, with Coco Palms. For under 5s.
Venue: Clapham Library, Mary Seacole Centre, 91 Clapham High St, SW4 7DB.
Time: 11am-12pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0207 926 1075.
Tues 30 Oct & 1 Nov
MAKE A PLAQUE WORKSHOP
Celebrate Jamaica and Trinidad’s independence with Coco Palms workshop by designing your very own 50th anniversary plaque.
Venue: Clapham Library, Mary Seacole Centre, 91 Clapham High St, SW4 7DB.
Time: 1.30-3pm.
Info: 0207 926 1075.
Tues 30 Oct & 1 Nov
MAKE A PLAQUE WORKSHOP
Celebrate Jamaica and Trinidad’s independence with Coco Palms workshop by designing your very own 50th anniversary plaque. Age 5-11.
Venue: Clapham Library, Mary Seacole Centre, 91 Clapham High St, SW4 7DB. 1.30-3pm. Then 1st Nov at Minet Library, 52 Knatchbull Rd SE5 9QY at 11am to 12.30pm; and South Lambeth Library, 180 South Lambeth Rd SW8 1QP.
Time: 1.30-3pm
Info: 0207 926 1075.
Wed 31 Oct
A CARIBBEAN STORY
Interactive Drama Workshop for ages 5-7. Explore the rich tapestry of the landscape, culture and traditions of St Lucia through the delightful story of a child and her fisherman grandfather. A wonderful and uplifting story.
Venue: Ealing Central Library, Ealing Broadway Centre, Ealing W5 5JY.
Time: 10.30am.
Adm: £1 per child.
Info: 0208 825 9278.
Wed 31 Oct
AFRICAN EXPERIENCE
We will be having an exhibition of arts and crafts by African women, as well as Hand Massage and Henna Painting.
Venue: dea Store Bow, 1 Gladstone Place, Roman Road Bow, London E3 5ES
Time: 2– 4pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0207 364 5776.
Wed 31 Oct
COLLAGE WORKSHOP
Create a beautiful collage of influential figures from black history. Get inspired by the stories of key achievements and events and find out how their influence is still felt today.
Venue: North Chingford Library, The Green, Chingford, E4 7EN.
Time: 2.30pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 496 3000.
Wed 31 Oct
INDEPENDENT ARTISTS
Explore Jamaican and Trinidadian independence in this workshop with a professional artist. All ages.
Venue: Hackney Museum, Ground Floor, Technology and Learning Centre, 1 Reading Lane, E8 1GQ.
Time: 2pm – 4pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 356 3000.
Wed 31 Oct
AUTUMN FESTIVAL OF CARIBBEAN CRAFTS
For parents and children 3–8 years old. Activities will include workshops creating a family heritage scrapbook. Bring in photos, illustrations, hand-written pieces, pressed flowers, material swatches and other meaningful things for your family.
Venue: Brixton Library, Brixton Oval, London SW2 1JQ.
Time: 11am – 4pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0207 926 1075.
Wed 31 Oct & 1 Nov
LIFE AND TIMES OF SAMUEL COLERIDGE TAYLOR
A workshop celebrating the 2012 anniversary of the great African composer Samuel Coleridge Taylor and compare how young people’s musical tastes have developed and changed over the past 100 years. Ages 6-11 years.
Venue: Streatham Library, 63 Streatham High Rd SW16 1PL, and Thurs 1 Nov, and Brixton Library, Brixton Oval SW2 1JQ.
Time: 2.30-4pm.
Info: 0207 926 1075.
Wed 31 Oct
AFRAKAN STORYTELLING
Join Griot Chinyere to explore storytelling from the Afrakan tradition. Aged 3-7.
Venue: Downham Library, Health & Leisure Centre, 7-9 Moorside Road, London BR1 5EP. 11-11.45am. Info: 0208 314 9705. And Manor House Library, 34 Old Road, London SE13 5SY.
Time: 2.30-3.15pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 7794.
Wed 31 Oct
CREATE YOUR OWN…
African animal puppet.
Venue: Catford Library, Laurence House, Rushey Green, London SE6 4RU. Time: 3.30pm – 4.30pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 9113.
NOVEMBER
Thurs 1 Nov
FAMILY STORYTELLING
The flavours of Ireland and the Caribbean combine in this vibrant interactive storytelling performance with Spud and Yam. All ages.
Venue: Clapham Library, Mary Seacole Centre, 91 Clapham High St, SW4 7DB.
Time: 2.30-3.30pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0207 926 1075.
Thurs 1 Nov
MOVERS AND SHAKERS
Discover Jamaican and Trinidadian independence through music, poetry and song in this family workshop with a professional musician.
Venue: Hackney Museum, Ground Floor, Technology and Learning Centre, 1 Reading Lane, London E8 1GQ.
Time: 2pm – 4pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 356 3000.
Thurs 1 Nov
AKUBA
African storytelling for children and families – take an imaginative journey with storyteller Akuba. An interactive session using drama and art to bring stories to life.
Venue: West Ealing Library.
Time: 2.30pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 825 7294.
Fri 2 Nov
STORY-TIME
Join our South-African storyteller for some fantastic tales from her country. This will be followed by a fun and exciting art activity.
Venue: Morden Library Merton Civic Centre London Rd, Morden SM4 5DX. Time: 4 – 5pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 545 4040.
Sat 3 Nov
ANANSI SPIDER ART & CRAFT
Anansi was a mischievous spider from West African and Caribbean folklore. Make you own Anansi today!
Venue: Morden Library Merton Civic Centre London Rd, Morden SM4 5DX.
Time: 1am – 12pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 545 4040.
Fri 2 Nov
AFRAKAN STORYTELLING
Join Griot Chinyere to explore traditional stories. Age 3-7.
Venue: Torridon Road Library, 103 Torridon Rd SE6 1RQ. 11am-12pm. Info: 0208 314 3712. And Lewisham Library, 199-201 Lewisham High St, London, SE13 6LG.
Time: 2.30-3.30pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 314 9800.
Fri 2 Nov
HERO AT MY TABLE
In this workshop, participants will illustrate an A4 size panel featuring a black hero of their choice. Their design will then be laminated for them to take home and use as a place-mat at their table. They can also write a poem or a rap if they wish.
Venue: Kilburn Library, 42 Salusbury Road, Kilburn, London, NW6 6NN
Info: 0208 937 3530. 11am – 12.30pm. Then Town Hall Library, Brent Town Hall, King’s Drive Entrance , Forty Lane, Wembley, Middlesex HA9 9HU.
Time: 2.30-4pm
Info: 0208 937 3500.
Fri 2 Nov
UNDER THE COCONUT TREE
Family fun day from story telling to ‘Hero At MY Table’.
Venue: Town Hall Library, Brent Town Hall, Forty Lane, Wembley, Middlesex HA9 9HV.
Time: 11am-4pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 937 3560.
Sat 3 Nov
DIG OUT DEM ROOTS
With Sharon Tomlin, a founder of the Carib Geneaology and Family Research Service.
Venue: Downham Library, Health & Leisure Centre, 7-9 Moorside Road, London BR1 5EP
Time: 2-4pm (pre book).
Info: 0208 314 7299.
Sat 3 Nov
BHM SING OUT!
Local artist Brenda Rattray will introduce her house band, the Lewisham Inspirational Community Choir, local dance groups, rehearsed Open Mic and the opportunity for you to join in with a community sing-out.
Venue: Deptford Lounge, Giffin Square, London SE8 4RJ.
Time: 2-4pm.
Adm: £5-8 (Pre-book ).
Info: 0208 314 7299.
Sat 3 Nov
CELEBRATE AFRICAN AND CARIBBEAN CULTURE
Create a 2013 keepsake calendar full of facts.
Venue: Harlesden Library Plus, Craven Park Rd, London NW10 8SE.
Time: 2.30–4pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 937 3570.
Tues 6 Nov
ARTS AND CRAFTS
Come and share good vibes with family and friends amongst the community and make a African Head dress to wear.
Venue: Coombes Croft Library, Tottenham High Rd
London N17 8AG.
Time: 1.30-2.30pm
Adm; Free.
Info: 0208 489 8771.
Sat 10, 17 & 24 Nov
FAMILY LEARNING
Story and craft workshop three week course.
Venue: Kingsbury Library Plus, Kingsbury Library Plus, 522 – 524 Kingsbury Rd, Kingsbury, NW9 9HE. 11am – 1pm. Info: 0208 937 3520. Then at Harlesden Library Plus, Craven Park Rd, Harlesden, London.NW10 8SE.
Time: 4.30pm
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TEEN & ADULT WORKSHOP
From 8 Oct
FILM CLUB FOR ADULTS
Every Monday in October, our film club screening will be linked to black interest. Further details available.
Venue: Downham Library, Health & Leisure Centre, 7-9 Moorside Road, London BR1 5EP.
Time: 6pm start
Adm: Free (pre-book).
Info: 0208 314 9705.
Tue 9 Oct
TRADITIONAL AFRICAN HEADWRAP WORKSHOP
A Practical session of head wraps, the inexpensive and fashionable way to protect your hair from the rain, sun and the environment. Scarves (available for purchase raps) will be provided but please bring your own if you have one.
Venue: Battersea Park Library, 309 Battersea Park Rd, London SW11 4NF.
Time: 6.30-8.30pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 020 8871 7468.
Tues 9 Oct
BOOK BREAK SPECIAL
Sit back and relax with writing from black authors and poets, or join in with the conversation if you want to. Book Break groups are an enjoyable way to meet new people. Refreshments provided. Full disabled access. Over 18s.
Venue: Idea Store Chrisp St, 1 Vesey Path East India Dock Rd London E14 6BT.
Time: 2 – 3.30pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0207 364 4332.
Wed 24 Oct
BLACK FEMINIST WORKSHOP
An workshop to provide a space for women who are ‘black’ in the political sense. The workshop will aim to discuss the racism and sexism that they experience and the forms that patriarchy takes their our own communities.
Venue: Brixton Library, Brixton Oval. SW21JQ.
Time: 7pm.
Adm: Free, pre-booking vital.
Info: 0207 926 1075.
Sat 27 Oct
TRACING YOUR AFRICAN AND CARIBBEAN FAMILY TREE
workshop TO cover how to get started in family history and what resources are available and how to use Ancestry.com. 16 years+.
Venue: Hackney Archives, Dalston C.L.R. James Library and Hackney Archives, Dalston Square, Dalston, London E8 3BQ.
Time: 2pm – 4pm.
Adm: Free, but book first.
Info: 0208 356 8925.
Sat 27 Oct
CAPOEIRA WORKSHOP
A Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance and music. It was created in Brazil mainly by descendants of African slaves with Brazilian native influences.
From the 16th century. You’ll need some energy and be up for some fun.
Venue: Southfields Library, 300 Wimbledon Park Rd, London SW19 6NL
Time: 1-2.30pm
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 871 6388.
Sat 27 Oct
DISCOVER SOMALIA
Learn more about Somalia and Somali culture with folk tales, craft, a family learning workshop, performances of dance and song, face painting, henna hand painting.
Venue: Harlesden Library Plus, Craven Park Road, Harlesden, London
NW10 8SE.
Time: 11am- 4.30pm
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NOVEMBER
Fri 2 Nov
HERO AT MY TABLE
Participants will illustrate an A4 size panel featuring a black hero of their choice. Their design will then be laminated for them to take home and use as a place-mat.
Venue: Kilburn Library, Salusbury Rd Kilburn, London NW6 6NN. 11am-12.30pm. Info: 0208 937 3530; and Town Hall Library, Brent Town Hall, Forty Lane, Wembley, Middlesex HA9 9HV.
Time: 2.30-4pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 937 3560.
Thurs 8 Nov
HOW BHM CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE
Authors Robin Walker and Saran Keita launch their thought provoking and challenging book.
Venue: Willesden Green Library, 96 High Rd, Willesden, London NW10 2SF.
Time: 7 – 8pm.
Adm: Free.
Info: 0208 937 3400.
