Celebrating Black History

Black HistorySeason 2021

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October EventsProgramme

Black History Season in Camden This guide gives a taster of the events taking place in Camden. For full details of events visit lovecamden.org/blackhistoryseason

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Contact: events@camden.gov.uk 020 7974 5633

Programme

Black History Season

Please be aware that some of the live events may change in light of any future government announcements. Please check lovecamden.org/blackhistoryseason ahead of your event to keep updated.

Camden Council is pleased to be celebrating Black History Season with a fantastic programme of events between October and mid-December. This year is an opportunity for the Black African and Caribbean diaspora to show pride in who they are, their rich culture and history and the contributions they’ve made to Camden’s vibrant diversity.

We have an exciting programme over the season delivering a range of events and activities including arts, music and culture, talks and webinars, cook-a-longs, story-telling for children and adults alike, book clubs and history walking tours. There’s truly something for everyone to enjoy this year.

BSL interpreters, a T-Loop and captions will be provided for all Council-led live streamed Black History Season events.

October - December (throughout season)

October

“We Were Here” Exhibition Tour

18 October-5 NovemberSwiss Cottage Library, NW3 3HACurated by Emily Momoh We Were Here is a collection of eight biographies of significant individuals of African and Caribbean heritage who lived, worked or studied in Camden. Their connections to the borough date back almost 300 years. The exhibition celebrates the lives of these individuals who,

along with many others of African and Caribbean heritage, contributed greatly to Camden’s history and the history of Britain today. To find out more details about the tour please visit Love Camden for up to date details of the tour.

Library BHS book displays

Camden libraries display books by African and Caribbean authors, highlighting the literary works and traditions of Black communities.

Camden’s Black History Walking Tour (Route 1, Northern Route)

2 October, 11am -1pmStory Garden, Ossulston StreetAlan Hovell, leads two guided tours exploring Camden’s Black history and making stops at places connected with Olaudah Equiano, Prince Monalulu, Beryl Gilroy, Paul Robeson and many others.

Soulmates: Jazz Duo

2 October, 1-3pmBrunswick Centre (Marchmont Street)

A gifted singer and piano duo will be performing classic jazz standards

and well-known pop songs in a jazz style. Join them on Marchmont Street on October 2nd or outside Mornington Crescent tube station on October 3rd.

STEAM Futures (Schools)

Programme to celebrate Black people in STEAM careers in Britain, past and present, to inspire young Black people to explore careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths. STEAM Futures is a

suite of video resources for teachers and parents to share with young people. The resources are a set of interviews, hosted by young people, with Black STEAM ambassadors who will provide advice and support that young people need to progress in a STEAM career.

Find out about even more Black History Season events across Camden at lovecamden.org/blackhistoryseason

Black History Season in Camden This guide gives a taster of the events taking place in Camden. For full details of events visit lovecamden.org/blackhistoryseason

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Camden Black Creatives Culture Fest

2 and 3 October, 12-6pmSouth CrescentThis two-day event, held in the heart of Bloomsbury WC1, is a celebration of Black culture, promoting inclusivity, diversity and visibility. The outdoor event will include a fashion show, live performers, music, dance and an indoor exhibition.

Camden Supper Club

3 October, Every SundayOnlineFood plays a central role in cultural understanding and Black identity. Join us for a weekly menu of meanigful dishes from October. Visit lovecamden.org for details.

Soulmates: Jazz Duo

3 October, 1-3pmMornington CrescentA gifted singer and piano duo will be performing classic jazz standards and well-known pop songs in a jazz style. Join them on Marchmont Street on October 2nd or outside Mornington Crescent tube station on October 3rd.

Unison Camden Black Workers’ Group Panel Discussion

5 OctoberOnlineCamden Black Workers Group present a panel discussion on ‘Honouring our nation of unsung Black heroes’. We hope that the panellists will uplift, inspire and elevate the stories, voices, and lessons from Black people who have done great things, even as they do this often from behind-the-scenes or without public acclaim or praise.

“Proud to Be” Camden Black History Season

8 October, 7.15am - 9.30pmCamden House

Celebrating the success of Camden’s creatives and performers. Previewing the

varied programme of Camden’s Black History season Oct - Dec. Hosted by Eddie Nestor MBE

Rhyme Time with Tyan

8 October, 11-11.30amSwiss Cottage LibraryA fun filled under 5s session full of songs, dancing and stories by well known authors.

Illuminations

11-16 OctoberCamden SquareAn exhibition projected onto the facade of our iconic and historic London Irish Cente building in Camden Square on 16 October. The #Iamirish exhibition aims to celebrate diversity and inclusivity in the Irish community and diaspora. A spoken word event to celebrate the installation will take place on the steps of the Centre from 6pm.

Books & Beyond

12 OctoberOnlineCome and join Camden’s online book club as we explore contemporary Black British authors with a monthly special guest facilitator.

Black Entrepreneurs Event in partnership with Black Pound Day

13 October, 6-8pmOnlineIf you’re interested in starting your own business, don’t miss this online workshop hosted by Black Pound Day founder Swiss from So Solid Crew. Aimed at equipping aspiring entrepreneurs with the skills and tools to start their own businesses, special guests will deliver constructive and practical advice.

Find out about even more Black History Season events across Camden at lovecamden.org/blackhistoryseason

Black History Season in Camden This guide gives a taster of the events taking place in Camden. For full details of events visit lovecamden.org/blackhistoryseason

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Black History Season in Camden This guide gives a taster of the events taking place in Camden. For full details of events visit lovecamden.org/blackhistoryseason

Story Telling

14 October, 2pmKilburn LibraryCultural storytelling from around the world.

Camden Supper Club

17 OctoberOnlineFood plays a central role in cultural understanding and Black identity. Join us for a weekly menu of meanigful dishes from October.

Black London - Avril Nanton and Jodie Burton

20 October, 6:30-8pmPancras Square LibraryA trip through the new book by Avril and Jody called ‘ Black London: History Art and Culture in over 120 places.

Colin Grant - Negro with a Hat: The Rise and Fall of Marcus Garvey

21 October, 5pmSwiss Cottage Library and onlineAn exploration of the life and philosophy of Marcus Garvey, the influential Jamaican political activist, publisher, journalist, entrepreneur and orator.

Rhyme Time with Tyan

22 October, 11-11:30amKilburn LibraryA fun filled under 5s session full of songs, dancing and stories by well known authors.

Rhyme Time with Tyan

26 October, 11-11:30amHighgate LibraryA fun filled under 5s session full of songs, dancing and stories by well known authors.

Story Telling

26 October, 3pmWest Hampstead LibraryCultural storytelling with stories from around the world.

Story Telling

27 October, 1130amSwiss Cottage LibraryCultural storytelling with stories from around the world.R

Rhyme Time with Tyan

29 October, 11-11:30amKentish Town LibraryA fun filled under 5s session full of songs, dancing and stories by well known authors.

Story Telling with Tyan

29 October, 11:15amQueens Crescent LibraryCultural storytelling with stories from around the world.

We Art The Light (Atypical Industries)

29 and 30 OctoberKingsway Tram EntranceA high-quality pop-up exhibition with an experimental format, allowing for an accessible combined arts experience. The exhibition will allow for the generation of new work and create a hub for the inspiration and support of the creative community and the community at large.

Unison Camden BlackWorkers’ Group Black History Season Main Event

22 October, 6.30pmLondon Irish CentreCamden Black Workers Group are honouring Black unsung Heroes from the past and present. This exciting event will highlight those who have contributed to changes and have inspired the Black community throughout generations. A range of special guest speakers will share their inspiring stories about the work that they undertake in the community. The event will also include a number of exciting performances throughout the evening.

Find out about even more Black History Season events across Camden at lovecamden.org/blackhistoryseason

Black History Season in Camden This guide gives a taster of the events taking place in Camden. For full details of events visit lovecamden.org/blackhistoryseason

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Malindadzimu17 Sep-30 Oct October Hampstead Theatrehampsteadtheatre.com

Billy Cobham1 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

DJ Spoony’s Garage Classical1 OctoberRoundhouseThe Godfather of Garage AKA DJ Spoony will grace the Roundhouse stage for the very first time, bringing his high-octane Garage Classical show and some very special guests.roundhouse.org.uk

DJ Spoony’s Garage Classical: After Party1 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

The Music of Otis Reading2 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

Sauti Soul3, 4, 5 October Jazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

Boy Breaking Glass (Alasandra Seutin / Vocab Dance)5 October, 7.30pmThe PlaceA dance theatre ensemble piece inspired by the poem of the same name by Gwendolyn Brooks - the first Black female poet in the United States to receive a Pulitzer Prize for Poetry. With a mix of dance and music, this piece features Alesandra Seutin’s signature style of Afro-European dance theatre.

Ojerime6 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

Mr G Plays Disco, Soul & More8 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

An Introduction to Ghanian Craft: Stories of Heritage Style & Inspiration8 OctoberKingsgate Workshopskingsgateworkshops.org.uk

Other events happening in Camden

October - December (throughout season)

Yinka Ilori Asphalt Art Installation Tottenham Court Road

Phoebe Collings Jones (Camden Art Centre)

October

Find out about even more Black History Season events across Camden at lovecamden.org/blackhistoryseason

Black History Season in Camden This guide gives a taster of the events taking place in Camden. For full details of events visit lovecamden.org/blackhistoryseason

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Africa Fashion Week London 2021 Hybrid Event8-9 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

Africa Fashion Week9 OctoberFreemason’s HallEurope’s largest fashion event promoting and nurturing African and African-inspired design talent. With a collaborative catwalk, exhibition and business development program, AFWL has led the way in highlighting Africa’s emerging designers and apparel industry africafashionweeklondonuk.com

MF Robots + Mr Thing9 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

Brooklyn Funk Essentials11 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

Pen Pinter Prize 2021: Tsitsi Dangarembga11 OctoberBritish Librarybl.uk

For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy12 October - 6 NovemberNew Dioramanewdiorama.com

For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When Things Get Too Heavy12-30 Oct, 2-6 Nov, 3pm and 7.30pmNew Diorama TheatreFor Black Boys is located on the threshold of joyful fantasy and brutal reality: a world of music, movement, storytelling and verse – where six men clash and connect in a desperate bid for survival.

KSI13 OctoberO2 Forum Kentish Townacademymusicgroup.com/o2forumkentishtown

DHP Presents: Kofi Stone13 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

Pote14 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

Kampire + Nidia + Bambii at Village Underground15 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

David Walters16 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

IAMDDB17 OctoberO2 Forum Kentish Townacademymusicgroup.com/o2forumkentishtown

Fela Kuti’s Birthday18 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

Living at the Intersection of Gendre, Identity, Race and Belief20 OctoberConway Hall Ethical Societyconwayhall.org.uk/ethical-society

Judith Hill21 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

Digga D21 OctoberO2 Forum Kentish Townacademymusicgroup.com/o2forumkentishtown

Frontment of Slave Steve Arrington22 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

Young JW3 Black History Month Friday Night Dinner22 OctoberJW3jw3.org.uk

Ocean Wisdom22 OctoberO2 Forum Kentish Townacademymusicgroup.com/o2forumkentishtown

Kenyon Harrold23 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

Ella Eyre25 OctoberO2 Forum Kentish Townacademymusicgroup.com/o2forumkentishtown

Carroll Thompson29 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com

DRS (Full Live Band)30 OctoberJazz Caféthejazzcafelondon.com