Deptford Disability Poetics
Disability poetry is an important area of literature that has been largely overlooked. Even though disabled writers have been producing meaningful and impactful work for years, there has been a lack of discussion about the poetics of disability and the unique experiences that disabled writers share. To address this, Deptford literature festival is hosting a conversation between two disabled writers, Daniel Sluman and Khairani Barokka, to discuss the barriers they have faced in reaching publication, as well as the ideas and experiences that inform their work and make their own ‘disability poetics unique.
Where: Deptford Lounge – Studio Room 9 Giffin Street London SE8 4RJ
When: March 18, 13:00 – 14:00
Cost: Free of charge
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https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/disability-poetics-tickets-520389177037?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
A Creative Conversation with Writing Lewisham
Carinya Sharples and Write Lewisham are calling for established and aspiring writers of Lewisham for a free and relaced session to share the thoughts on writing and creativity, as well as meeting other writers and expanding the network. The event will include creative-writing activities to get the words flowing and imagine a more creative future for Lewisham.
Where: Deptford Lounge – Room 1 9 Giffin Street London SE8 4RJ
When: March 18, 14:00 – 16:00
Cost: Free of charge
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https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/writing-lewisham-a-creative-conversation-tickets-520358936587?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Free Comedy Sunday Afternoon in Hackney
Poster Comedy London is inviting for a free comedy show featuring a variety of funny London comedians. Along to the funny jokes, guests are invited to enjoy drinks and food being available at the bar.
Where: Poster, 182 Stoke Newington Road, N16 7UY
When: March 19, 17:00
Cost: Free of charge Find out more/book:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-comedy-sunday-afternoon-in-hackney-tickets-394435315647?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
BiGSaM in Hackney
Starting his career over a decade ago, Palestinian singer and songwriter Bigsam has come a long way since rapping in his bedroom. His impressive string of releases and singles culminated in 2020 with the release of his first full album, ‘Kazab’. With over 100 tracks under his belt and almost half a billion views on YouTube, Bigsam has amassed an impressive following of over 1 million subscribers.
In 2022, Bigsam performed over 50 concerts internationally, and in March of this year he will be stopping by the capital for his first ever London show! Opening for Bigsam will be Lebanese multi-instrumentalist and sound engineer DJZERO, who is part of the new generation of Arabs in the diaspora who are mixing The Orient and The West through sound. With Jazz as the bridge from classical to Arabic microtonal scales, DJZERO explores their potential through his production with many artists.
Where: Oslo 1A Amhurst Rd London E8 1JB
When: March 18, 19:30 – 22:00
Cost: £24.20
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https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bigsam-in-london-tickets-520345837407?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Middi and The Wild Murphys – One Night in Dublin
This Saturday, Ashcroft Theatre is inviting residents of Croydon for a loud and lively night with the best in Irish music performed by a multi award-winning Irish covers band Middi and The Wild Murphys.
Where: Fairfield Halls,
Park Lane, Croydon, CR9 1DG
When: March 18, 19:30 – 22
Cost: £27.25
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https://www.fairfield.co.uk/events/one-night-in-dublin
An Evening of Choral Fun with Croydon Male Voice Choir
This Saturday, Croydon Male Voice Choir is presenting An Evening of Choral Fun. After performing for nearly 50 years in Croydon’s Co-op, Croydon Male Voice Choir is having around ten concerts a year and has developed a rich and varied repertoire including show-biz numbers, folk songs, anthems, hymns and choral classics. This Saturday, the choir will be performing a scintillating selection.
Where: Barn Theatre 25 Bluehouse Lane, OXTED, SURREY, RH8 0AA
When: March 18, 19:30 22:00
Cost: £15
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https://www.barntheatreoxted.co.uk/
Mum2mum Market: Nearly new sale
Come along to this pop-up market and grab a pre-loved bargain or sell your own baby/children’s items! Sellers can keep 100% of their takings making the event hassle-free. Quality items such as toys, clothing, books and equipments will be on offer.
Where: New Addington Leisure & community centre, 88 central parade, CR0 0JB
When: March 11, 10:00 – 12:00
Cost: £2 admission on the door / Stall prices for sellers start at just £15
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Clean- up Action with Litter Free Norbury
Litter Free Norbury is organising their third clean-up event this year at the Manor Farm Nature Reserve. Residents or volunteers are encouraged to bring their heavy duty gardening gloves and shears whilst the bags and litter-picking equipment will be supplied by the Croydon Council.
Where: Manor Farm Nature Reserve, Norbury Avenue entrance
When: March 19, 10:00 – 12:00
Cost: Free of charge
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https://www.litterfreenorbury.org/
Mother’s Day Arts and Crafts
This Mother’s Day on Saturday, residents are invited to come and design their very own cards for free at the Hub building in Victoria Park, which is next to the playground with big slides.
Where: The Hub Building, Victoria Park
When: March 18, 10:00 – 12:00
Cost: Free of charge
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https://www.facebook.com/events/1577053609446958/?ref=newsfeed
Home Is Where the Heart Is
PTRIPLE is presenting a music project for the teenagers aged 16-19 who are willing to come sing, spit, write, mix and perform stories about their lives and communities in Tower Hamlets. The event organisers are very excited to especially welcome members of the LGBTQ+ community and the refugees. The project is taking place every Tuesday for six entire weeks.
When MARCH 18, 18:30 – 21:30
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https://www.instagram.com/ptr.iple/
Women and Sport Photography Exhibition
Brady Arts and Community Centre is celebrating women’s history month by inviting all women of Tower Hamlets to a free photography exhibition with contemporary works by women photographers, such as Sarah Aisle, Alethea Baker, Julie Cook and others. This event is taking place every Thursday this month.
Where: Brady Arts and Community Centre 192-196 Hanbury Street London E1 5HU
When: March 23, 09:00 – 19:00
Cost: Free of charge
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https://www.artrabbit.com/events/women-and-sport
East End Women in Print – graphic arts and self-publishing
Tower Hamlets Local History Library and Archives and MayDayRooms are setting out an exhibition this Saturday to mark the importance of the graphic arts made by the women of East End. The full day programme will include the collection browsing, a talk by writer and curator Susan Croft on women and activist theatre in East London as well as Zine Making workshop by the facilitator Lydia Julien.
Where: Tower Hamlets Local History Library & Archives, 277 Bancroft Road London E1 4DQ
When: March 18, 11:00 – 16:00
Cost: Free of charge
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