‘Not the Usual Jam Session’ – Open Jam — Grow, Hackney
A bunch of musicians and production nerds return for this monthly jam session. They explore the sweet spot where synths, sequencers, MPCs, E-drums and any midi instrument meet guitars, basses, keys, acoustic drums, voices and bodies. If you’d like to take part show up with your instrument, any questions that you may have, please send to infohackneyrhythm@gmail.com
Where: Grow, 98c Wallis Road, London, E9 5LN
When: March 5, 18:00 – 23:30
Cost: Free entry
Find out more/book: https://www.growhackney.co.uk/events-calendar/not-the-usual-jam-march-5
Free Comedy in Hackney
Free to attend comedy with some of London’s best up and coming stand ups, hosted in an exciting new Stoke Newington venue. Reserve a seat or turn up on the night.
Where: Poster Comedy Club, 182 Stoke Newington Road, London, N16 7UY
When: Various dates from March 2 onward
Cost: Free
Find out more/book: https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/London/Poster-/Free-Comedy-in-Hackney/36282327/
Walthamstow Flea Market
Hunt for personal treasures, rummage for bargains, and refresh your living space with unique unexpected flea finds at Walthamstow Flea Market. With over 60 hand-picked flea & vintage traders, this will be the go-to destination to pick up vintage gems, and pre-loved artefacts. Expect – furniture, reclaimed industrial fixtures, salvaged electronics / lighting, homewares, textiles & vintage clothes, curiosities & collectables, & unexpected oddities.
Where: Big Penny Social, 1 Priestley Way, London, E17 6AL
When: March 5, 11:00 – 17:00
Cost: £2 entry per person
Find out more/book: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/walthamstow-flea-market-tickets-517291070517?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Women and Sport photography exhibition
A Women’s History Month photography exhibition, with contemporary works by women photographers and historic images celebrating women and sport.
Where: Brady Arts and Community Centre 192-196 Hanbury Street London E1 5HU
When: March 2, 09:00 – March 30, 19:00
Cost: Free
Find out more/book: https://www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/News_events/Events/2023/March/Women-and-Sport-photography-exhibition.aspx
Women 18+ Canoeing, Caving, Climbing
Tower Hamlets Council with partners is hosting a week long programme of community activities to celebrate the cultural wellbeing and togetherness for Girls & Women across the borough. Other opportunities include Girls 11+ Climbing and Caving.
Where: Urban Adventure Base, London, E3 4JT
When: March 7, 12:30 – 14:30
Cost: Free
Find out more/book: https://www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/News_events/Events/2023/March/Women-18-plusCanoeing-Caving-Climbing.aspx
Just Stop Oil presents WOMEN VS OIL
Join Just Stop Oil on International Womens Day 2023 for an evening of talks and music as they plot the end of the fossil fuel industry and dance their way to revolution. Talks by women who are taking on big oil include: Sara Mahdi / Amy Rose Friel O’Donnell / Indigo Rumbelow / Pia Bastide, followed by music from Persephone and the Underworld and more.
Where: The Fox and Firkin, 316 Lewisham High St, London, SE13 6JZ
When: March 8, 18:30 – 23:45
Cost: Free but book your space
Find out more/book: https://www.foxfirkin.com/whats-on-listings/women-vs-oil
We Touch, We Play, We Dance
A playful dance performance for 0-3 year olds. With music mixed live by a DJ, the dancers respond to the children, guiding them through a series of exchanges and encounters, with high fives, hugs and dancing.
Where: The Albany, Douglas Way, London SE8 4AG
When: March 7, 10:30 / 13:30
Cost: £8.50
Find out more/book: https://www.thealbany.org.uk/shows/we-touch-we-play-we-dance/
Croydon Schools’ Music Association’s Festival 2023
The Croydon Schools’ Music Association’s Festival 2023 opens on March 8 with an Infant Choir drawn from schools across Croydon. The concert on March 9 will feature the Junior Festival Choir of over 500 voices. The children will sing a variety of exciting and vibrant styles, with the genre of Singing Songbook, ranging from Bob Dylan to Bob Marley. The concert will also feature guitar and ukulele ensembles from Croydon Music and Arts. It promises to be a fun event which both the children and the audience will remember for many years.
Where: Fairfield Halls, Park Lane, Croydon, CR9 1DG
When: March 8, 18:30 – 20:00, March 9, 18:30 – 20:00
Cost: £8.25 – £15.50
Find out more/book: https://www.fairfield.co.uk/events/croydon-schools-music-as-23
Friday Feelings at Boxpark
Grab a drink from the bar and something to eat from one of the incredible street food vendors, then relax and soak up the Friday atmosphere at Croydon’s Boxpark ! The main space DJs will be spinning from 6pm until late. From 8pm, the Beatbox DJs will be spinning the best in progressive music, including the best in R&B, Hip Hop, Dancehall, Funky House and Top 40 favourites.
Where: Boxpark Croydon, 99, George Street, Croydon, CR0 1LD
When: March 3, 19:00 – March 4, 01:00
Cost: Free
Find out more/book: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/friday-feelings-tickets-520541422407
