Walks / Trails / Quiz Events
Please note: The 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
Sat 8 Oct
SOUTHWARK BLACK HISTORY WALK
Join us for a guided black history walk through nearly 300 years of the black presence in Southwark and meet those that changed history, as well as those whose lives were unsung. Venue: Meeting outside John Harvard Library, 211 Borough High Street, SE1 1JA. Adm: Free.
Sun 9 Oct
SOUTHWARK BLACK HISTORY WALK
Join us for a guided black history walk through nearly 300 years of the black presence in Southwark. Venue: Metropolitan Tabernacle, Elephant and Castle, SE1 6SD. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 735 7076.
Sun 9 Oct
SOUTHWARK BLACK HISTORY WALK
Join us for a guided black history walk through nearly 300 years of the black presence in Southwark. Venue: Metropolitan Tabernacle, Elephant and Castle, London SE1 6SD. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 735 7076.
Thurs 13 Oct
BLACK HISTORY MONTH QUIZ
Test your knowledge of black history and culture in our fun and informative quiz. Venue: Nunhead Library, Gordon Road, SE15 3RW. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 525 2000.
Sat 15 Oct
THE CLAY DREAMING
In a park in Bethnal Green a plaque and eucalyptus tree mark the final resting place of an Aborigine who came to England on a cricket tour in May 1868 and died here whilst here. Join author Ed Hillyer on a walking tour to hear this fascinating and moving story. Venue: Idea Store Bow, 1 Gladstone Place, Roman Road, Bow, E3 5ES. Meet at 2pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 980 3902.
Tues 18 Oct
FOR THOSE ABOUT TO ROCK WE SALUTE YOU
From Chuck Berry to Lenny Kravitz, think you know your music? Come and test your knowledge. Suitable for ages 18 years and over. Venue: Camberwell Library, 17-21 Camberwell Church Street, SE5 8TR. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 525 2000.
Tues 18 Oct
DO YOU KNOW YOUR MOTOWN?
Focus On Black Music, a display, quiz & Caribbean refreshments. Venue: North Chingford Library, The Green, Chingford E4 7EN. 2pm – 3.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 496 1070.
Sat 22 Oct
SOUTHWARK BLACK HISTORY WALK
Join us for a guided black history walk through nearly 300 years of the black presence in Southwark and meet those that changed history, as well as those whose lives were unsung. Venue: Meeting outside the Bird in Bush Centre, 616 Old Kent Road, SE15 1JB. Adm: Free.
Tues 25 Oct
FAMILY BIG DRAW FOR BHM
An artist led, family workshop exploring traditional, decorative and pattern making techniques inspired by African objects from the Cuming Museum’s collection. Venue: The Cuming Museum, 151 Walworth Road, London SE17 1RY. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 525 2332.
Tues 25 Oct
BLACK HISTORY MONTH QUIZ
Win prizes in our brain-teasing quiz. Venue: Grove Vale Library, 25-27 Grove Vale, SE22 8EQ. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 525 2000.
Tues 25 Oct
CAMBERWELL’S GOT TALENT
Come and show us your talent, whether it’s singing or dancing. Get involved with charades or our mega music quiz. Suitable for ages six to 16 years and families. Venue: Camberwell Library, 17-21 Camberwell Church Street, SE5 8TR. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 525 2000.
Wed 26 Oct
BINGO AND QUIZ ON POPULAR AUTHORS
Join the fun and learn about popular authors. Venue: Leyton Library, Lea Bridge Road, Leyton E10 7HU.10.00am–11.00am. Age: 7 – 13. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 496 1152.
Sat 29 Oct
SOUTHWARK BLACK HISTORY WALK
A guided black history walk through nearly 300 years of the black presence in Southwark. Venue: Meeting at the entrance to the Cuming Museum, 151 Walworth Road, SE17 1RY. Adm: Free.
Thurs 8 Dec
BLACK HISTORY MUSIC QUIZ
Test your knowledge on the categories of music, Reggae, Dub, Afro beat and much more with our interactive quiz. Can you answer the following questions? Do you know the name of the 2011 MOBO award winner for Best African Act? What is the name of the group who won the first Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album? If so, then this is the quiz for you. Facilitated by Shaun Spencer. 6 – 7.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 356 3000 / 0208356 2509 / hmuseum@hackney.gov.uk
