Black History Month Islington 2024
Published on 30 September 2024 10:09 AM
Black History Month is a national awareness month that takes place every October. The theme for 2024, “Reclaiming Narratives,” marks a significant shift towards recognising and correcting the narratives of Black history and culture.
There are a number of events taking place in Islington in libraries and other community venues that you might like to attend - don't forget to book where needed!
Wednesday 2 October, 6.30-7.30pm
Archway Library, Hamlyn House, Highgate Hill, N19 5PH
Wednesday 16 October, 6.30-7.30pm
N4 Library, 26 Blackstock Road, N4 2DW
Join for a conversation with Grenadian heritage writer Pam Williams who was longlisted for the 2024 Women’s Prize for fiction for her debut novel ‘A Trace of Sun’.
Free. Book on Eventbrite or just turn up on the night.
Film Screening and Q&A
Friday 16 October, 7-8.30pm
Whittington Park Community Centre, Yerbury Road, N19 4RS
As part of Black History Month, Whittington Park Community Centre are holding a film screening and Q&A for Drawn Out, the film created by their youth group, in collaboration with Ambitious Academy, Arsenal in the Community, Islington Giving and Elthorne Pride. This will be followed by a Q&A with the youth group.
Free (or donation). Book on Eventbrite.
Health and Wellbeing Workshop: Cultural Evening in celebration of Black History Month
Saturday 19 October, 12-4.30pm
Brickworks Community Centre, 42 Crouch Hill, N4 4BY
Come along for a fun filled afternoon with entertainment including Zumba fitness, jazz solo artist, drumming, steel band music, poetry and dancing. Refreshments served at 1pm. For more information call 020 7263 1067 or email admin@hanleycrouch.org.uk
Age UK Islington Let’s Talk Peer Event
Health & Wellbeing and Celebrating Black History Month
St. Mary’s Church, Upper Street, London N1 2TX
Thursday 24 October, 10.30am to 3pm
Community safety information from Islington Police, information from SHINE energy and a celebration of Black History Month with special guest speakers sharing their poetry and their life experiences and live music from Richard Hadfield (Winner of Britain’s Got Talent) performing live, celebrating British and International Black Artists. Pop-up health checks and vaccines.
Booking essential: letstalk@ageukislington.org.uk or call the helpline on 020 7281 6018.
Tracing African Ancestry Back to the Early 1800s with Paul Crooks
Finsbury Library
Thursday 24 October, 6.30-7.30pm
Join Black history speaker Paul Crooks for an insightful masterclass on tracing African ancestry. Known for his pioneering research into Black ancestry, Paul Crooks will delve into the legacy of British slave-ownership and Black British heritage, focusing on the African Caribbean and African American communities.
Free. Book on Eventbrite or just turn up on the night.
Black History/Windrush Event
Friday 25 October, 2 - 6pm
Jean Stokes Community Centre, Coatbridge House, Carnoustie Dr, London N1 0DX
More details coming soon!
Free, no need to book.
Heritage on a Plate Event
Friday 25 October, 2 - 7pm
Brickworks Community Centre, 42 Crouch Hill, London N4 4BY
Come join us at the Brickworks Community Centre for a delicious journey through the flavours of our heritage! Fostering a sense of heritage and community through the shared experience of cooking and enjoying traditional Black cuisine. This project event aims to celebrate Black History Month by creating an enriching and interactive environment where stories, traditions, and recipes are passed down, highlighting the cultural significance of food.
Book here:
Tuesday 29 October, 5.30 – 8.00pm