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* Out of Africa ExhibitionOut of Africa Exhibition
Time: 5:00 pm
Out of Africa Exhibition and Launch party, 5pm-7pm at Jalgos, Rose St, Preston, PR1 3XY
The Out of Africa Project is a beginner's guide to the history and movement of African peoples and was made in response to a year-long consultation with people from all age groups. At the official launch of the project, join us to see the exhibition, booklet and video and share refreshments. Out of Africa is an Nguzo Saba Centre project funded by Awards for All lottery funding and facilitated by Your Arts. ( Bernie Velvick, yOur arts, 01772 887785, bernie@prescap.co.uk for more info )
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* Black Trivia Quiz NightBlack Trivia Quiz Night
Time: 7:00 pm
Back by popular demand this quiz night is both fun and educational, suitable for all the family (not very young children). Questions will cover black history, achievements, sport, and entertainment including clips of films to watch. The quiz will be played in teams; families, group of friends, made up on the night. Be prepared to have serious fun!! Eyes down at 7.30 pm
Admission is by donations (details to follow) (Michael Dawkins 07533755468 for more info)
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* Out of Africa Discussion Out of Africa Discussion
Time: 5:00 pm
Out of Africa Discussion Night, 7pm – 9pm at Arts & Media Centre, Fox Street, Preston, PR1 2AB.
For the past 500 years the world was told, and believed, that Africa made no contribution to world history and culture. Whilst no longer accepted as truth this idea still colours people's perceptions of Africa and African people. Come along to the Arts & Media Centre to find out more and discuss the issues raised by the Out of Africa theory. Out of Africa is an Nguzo Saba Centre project funded by Awards for All lottery funding and facilitated by Your Arts. ( Bernie Velvick, Your Arts, 01772 887785, bernie@prescap.co.uk for more info )
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* Images of Africa Images of Africa
Time: 6:00 pm
Cultural Services (Arts, Archives, Libraries and Museums) Celebrating Black History Month.
Images of Africa.
A Market Place of projects and groups relating to Black History.
Keynote speaker Ifeoma Onyefulu - award winning photographer and author.
A chance to listen to other speakers and to network,
Thursday, 13th October, 2011, 6.30 p.m. – 8.30 p.m.
at County Hall – Preston (opposite the station).
Light Refreshments will be available.
Free admission, but please contact us to let us know you are attending. Phone: 01772 534008
Email: Library@lancashire.gov.uk
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* Carnival Presentation EveningCarnival Presentation Evening
Time: 7:00 pm
7.00pm at Preston Guildhall Foyer, Lancaster Rd, Preston, PR1 1HT. Come and support your local bands at our Presentation Dance. Dance Dance Dance the night away! (www.prestoncarnival.co.uk) £3 entrance for over 10 years of age. Band Leaders and Artists FOC.
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* The Guild GalleryThe Guild Gallery
Time: 1:00 pm
1.00pm - 1.30pm at Harris Museum and Art gallery, Preston. Learn about the new Guild Gallery at the Harris. The focus of this talk for adults will be Preston's Caribbean Carnival. Drop in, free. (Kyra Milnes Access and Inclusion Officer, k.milnes@preston.gov.uk)
* Unsung Heroes of Black HistoryUnsung Heroes of Black History
Time: 6:30 pm
Thursday 20th October, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Adelphi Conference Room, UCLan
The Unsung Heroes of Black History, Talk. UCLan Students’ Union celebrates Black History Month, Black History Month event organised by the President of the Students Union at the University of Central Lancashire. For further details please contact Reni email - SUPresident@uclan.ac.uk
* Politics and Black PeoplePolitics and Black People
Time: 7:00 pm
7.00pm at Seventh Day Adventists Hall, Grimshaw St Preston. If Black people ruled Preston and the world... an interesting and informative event for young and old. Everyone who attends will have the opportunity to vote for a political party (with a twist). With a little knowledge of Bible stories, you can put the politicians on the spot! Free. (Ronald Clarke, ronald.clarke122@tiscali.co.uk)
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* Tracing your Family History Tracing your Family History
Time: 11:00 am
Tracing Your Caribbean Family History, 11:00am til 3:00pm, at Lancashire Archives, Lancashire Record Office, Bow Lane, Preston, PR1 2RE.
We're hosting a talk and workshop on 22 October 2011. Sharon Tomlin is to be the speaker, (contact Neil Sayer 01772 533029 for more info).
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* Caribbean and English MealCaribbean and English Meal
Time: 4:00 pm
Come and enjoy Caribbean and English Cuisine, Sun Oct 23rd at 4pm, Jalgos Club, Rose St, Preston. Proceeds for Deepdale Methodist Church Re-development Fund. Tickets Adults £10.00 Children £6.00 available from Jalgos Club or Adele or Norma.
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* Film Night: Chocolate SoldiersFilm Night: Chocolate Soldiers
Time: 7:00 pm
Film Night, 7pm – 9.30pm at Arts and Media Centre Fox Street, Preston PR1 2AB.
A special screening of the film 'Chocolate Soldiers' that tells the story of black American soldiers during World War II, including the Battle of Bamber Bridge and the soldiers' experiences in other places. Light refreshments, free. ( Bernie Velvick, Your Arts, 01772 887785, bernie@prescap.co.uk for more info )
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* Creative Spoken Word WorkshopCreative Spoken Word Workshop
Time: 2:00 pm
Creative 'Spoken Word' Workshop, 2.00 - 4.00pm at Harris Museum & Art Gallery, Preston PR1 2PP.
For young people aged 11-16 and led by performance poet Chanje Kunda, the results will be performed at the Minster in the evening.
* Sahara Celebration EventSahara Celebration Event
Time: 6:30 pm
Sahara Black History Celebration Event, 6.30-8.30pm at Preston Minster, Church St, Preston, PR1 3BU
Come and join the Sahara African Caribbean Women’s Group in celebrating Black History Month 2011.This is a multicultural event which is being opened by the Mayor of Preston and will celebrate the achievements of people of African and Caribbean Heritage and the contribution which they have made to the community, both nationally and locally. At the end of the evening a buffet will be served. For catering purposes, please let Sahara know if you are going to come along either by emailing; sahara.inpreston@btinternet.com or by phone 01772 702090
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* African PrintmakingAfrican Printmaking
Time: 2:00 pm
Creative Art Workshop, 2.00-4.00pm at Harris Museum & Art Gallery, Preston, PR1 2PP.
African printmaking for bags and wall hangings. Jane Blackburn leads the workshop, for ages 11-16. Free.
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* African JewellryAfrican Jewellry
Time: 1:00 pm
Creative Art Workshop, 1.00-4.00pm at Harris Museum & Art Gallery, Preston, PR1 2PP.
African jewellry making with Jane Blackburn, for ages 11-16. Free.
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