Celebrate Black History Month with Hackney Libraries
Explore and experiment making accessories using African Wax Print Textiles and recycled objects
Explore weaving and wrapping techniques and make badges, rosettes, bangles and more
A fun session for all the family (ages 5 and over)
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Friday 24th April 2026
Join legendary soul and dance vocalist Jocelyn Brown for a powerful live performance at Hackney Empire, joined by…
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Wednesday 6th May 2026
Join award-winning historian, broadcaster and author Professor David Olusoga for a powerful live talk exploring the hidden histories…
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Tuesday 12th – Thursday 14th May 2026
Experience Malorie Blackman’s acclaimed novel Noughts & Crosses brought to life on stage in this powerful and thought-provoking…
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Thursday 21st – Saturday 23rd May 2026
Celebrate 25 years of groundbreaking dance with Ballet Black at 25, a powerful anniversary production from one of…
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Wednesday 27th May 2026
Join an all-star line-up for The Music Is Black: Celebrating Black Music in Britain, a powerful live concert…
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Wednesday 17th June 2026
Experience Jah Makin It Happen, a vibrant and uplifting reggae musical that tells a powerful story of migration,…
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Tuesday 20th October 2026
Experience TWAWsi: The World As We See It, a powerful double bill from ACE dance and music, redefining…
Hackney
Tuesday 3rd November 2026
Join legendary comedian, actor and writer Sir Lenny Henry as he brings his highly anticipated new live show…