Latest Events in Grove(November Updated)

RITE Productions Invites You to Our Signature Ceremonial Nightlife EventJoin us on the eve of Autumn Equinox - Saturday, September 21, 2024 For an Immersive, Luxurious, Transformational ExperienceRITE Productions emerges from a desire for more. We decided it's time to create the events we've been longing for - Fulfilling & Enlivening Nightlife Experiences! We believe that humans are longing for meaningful spaces - to let go, to grow, to experience transcendence. Our events are Ceremony & Celebration. We curate Transformational Journey's where Reverence & Reverie coincide. Our events are curated to guide you on a journey - to the center. Together we meet the chaos of this world. Together we activate our power! ALL OF YOU is welcome here. ••• The Theme ••• ALCHEMISTA Together we evoke the power to transform something for the better. The Alchemist - The Magician - Is one who remembers their power to create and manifest with all elemental powers combined. Immerse yourself in a Sacred Space where together we can remember that we have everything we need to create our heart and soul’s greatest visions. Let’s celebrate that truth together! ••• Location ••• CLUB ELEVEN The magic starts the moment you say yes! Upon purchasing your ticket, you will receive an email woven with lore, inviting you into a deeper connection with the theme in preparation. INCLUDED with TICKET… Unlimited Tea Service One Elixir by Mertails ($13 value) Live Musical Performances by Astoria & Damkianna Somatic DJ Set by Clay Papa Opening and Closing Ceremony featuring Immersive Ceremonial Performance Art ••• Meet the ALCHEMISTS ••• ((View full agenda with times above)) Meet our artists and collaborators below! Opening DJ Set Origami : The DJ project of producer and performer, Isabelle Ennis. Listen on Soundcloud Live Original Musical Performances Astoria : The experimental electronic pop project of Isabelle Ennis. Blending synthesizers, harp, sampling and vocals, she incites a depth and exploratory curiosity that guides her sound design and song writing. Bridging warm analog instruments with lush digital explorations, and frequently collaborating with other players, the project is an ever morphing and ephemeral play on pop experimentation. Listen on Spotify Damkianna A multidisciplinary producer, performer and curator, Damkianna delivers a brilliant and otherworldly experience. Sensuously weaving together electronic music, neo-classical opera, cinematic soundscapes and avant-pop into a mesmerising tapestry that defies convention. Watch Live Ceremonial Performance - Enter the Temple Watch Live Ceremonial Performance Listen on Spotify Somatic DJ Set Clay Papa is Claire Nagy-Kato (she/they/Clay/Claire). She is a Charlotte-based DJ, dancer, somatic guide, intentional gatherer, and embodied leader for resilient communities. Her interdisciplinary curiosities have highlighted the power of play, safety, breath, and exploration of our senses and their essential roles in returning humanity to wholeness. She studied ritual DJing with internationally-celebrated DJ, Tasha Blank, through her 9-month embodied DJ school, Powerhouse DJ School. Clay Papa specializes in DJing and facilitating liberating dance floors, intentional gatherings, ceremonies, and immersive experiences for transformation. Guiding participants on an intentionally curated journey to match the Alchemist theme - not only will this be a spiritual experience and the height of the energetic arc - it will also be a damn good dance party! DJ Clay Papa on Soundcloud Instagram: @djclaypapa Closing Ceremony Damkianna & Temple Guardians ••• Other Elements ••• A silent auction will be filled with items sponsored by incredible local creators and businesses. Proceeds will enrich the artists and collaborators that made this event possible. Elixirs curated by Mertails The MerTails is a bioregional based line of concentrates produced in small batches with transparent practices & clean herbs telling a story from seed to vessel. This line of elixirs both champions the cocktail culture, providing a familiar & healthy alternative to pair with spirits, while also serving sober curious folks who crave an alcohol-free drink with the craft & care of mixology. Our community can expect clean, healthy & organic formulas that can be enjoyed daily with easeful preparation. Made fresh at The NOHM Collective HQ in West Asheville, NC with seasonally cultivated and foraged herbs throughout the Americas. Learn more about Mertails! Instagram : @the_mertails ••• Parking ••• Street parking is available. Paid parking lot across the street. We look forward to celebrating our collective power as intentional creators with you. Learn more about RITE Productions on our website! Follow for updates on Instagram : @riteproductions.social Information Source: eventbrite

Dance with Dineo // Amapiano Beginners Come join us for a fun and energetic dance class to learn the popular Amapiano style with Dineo! No experience needed, this class is perfect for beginners looking to groove to the latest beats. The event will be held at the Apollo Business Centre, so mark your calendars and get ready to move your feet! Information Source: Dineo More | eventbrite

NFL WATCH EVENT AT KEG AND CORK Come join us for a fun-filled day of football at Keg and Cork! Cheer on your favorite teams, enjoy great company, and indulge in tasty drinks. The event will take place at 973 Pleasant Grove Blvd #150, so make sure to mark your calendars. Don't miss out on the excitement - see you there! 21and over establishment. Information Source: Keg And Cork | eventbrite

MADE Concepts have joined forces with Brisbane City Council to deliver Active and Healthy sessions at Julie Road Park, Ellen Grove at the basketball court. Join us for FREE sessions every Wednesday of fun basketball skills and games at a basketball court. Ages 5-12: 3:30pm to 4:15pm Ages 12-17: 4:15pm to 5pm Bookings are essential. Skill develoment and fun games with basketball drills and 3x3 action. Bring water bottle and towel. Basketball and equipment provided. Any enquiries or questions please call or email: 0434 433 078 info@madeconceptspty.com @madeconceptspty Information Source: MADE Concepts | eventbrite

NFL WATCH EVENT AT KEG AND CORK Come join us for a fun-filled day of football at Keg and Cork! Cheer on your favorite teams, enjoy great company, and indulge in tasty drinks. The event will take place at 973 Pleasant Grove Blvd #150, so make sure to mark your calendars. Don't miss out on the excitement - see you there! 21and over establishment. Information Source: Keg And Cork | eventbrite

Get your spooky on with a festive night of painting a Hocus Pocus inspired painting on Tuesday, October 8th at The Blackboard Congamond from 7-9 pm! Venue: The Blackboard Congamond, 101 Point Grove Road, Southwick MA Date: Tuesday, October 8th from 7-9 pm Cost: $40 includes all materials to paint an 16x20 canvas to take home! Register in advance at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hocus-pocus-canvas-painting-at-blackboard-congamond-tuesday-oct-8th-tickets-1015222717477 Seating is limited so register soon! You'll be contacted prior to the event for table numbers. Information Source: MaryBeth Reed | eventbrite

By popular demand we bring you the latest in a series Men Only Life Drawing events featuring confident and experienced male models. In this session, we will observe the male form in close detail, in a non judgmental, male only environment. We explore themes which are more intimate compared to standard life drawing events such as queer bodies, vulnerability, submission, objectification, self love and emotional connection for you to observe and interpret. We aim to bring you an empowering experience embodied in a full range of male movement and function. We invite men who are comfortable observing and drawing the male form in a variety of poses and themes in a relaxed and private environment. The studio is an intimate space allowing you to be physically closer to the model therefore being to focus on detail when desired. A small amount of materials are available to use at the studio but please bring your own if possible. IMPORTANT -STRICTLY NO PHOTOGRAPHY OR VIDEO -18+ Information Source: Marley Studio | eventbrite

During his remarkable life, Walter Tull became one of the first Black professional footballers, playing with Tottenham Spurs, and one of the first Black Britons to become an officer in the British Army in 1917. In this talk, Phil Vasili, who played a critical role in uncovering Tull’s story, will present the history of Walter Tull. About the author:Phil Vasili was born in London but grew up in Cambridge, Kent and Essex. As a boy he dreamed of becoming a professional footballer. Though he played at representative and semi-professional level he never achieved his ambition of becoming a full-time pro. After playing he coached at professional clubs and scouted for Birmingham City, Manchester United, Coventry City and Blackpool. Writing, like football, is a passion he has had since childhood. Unable to separate the dual obsessions of politics and sport he has had published three biographies, a social history and a novel. The BBC has made two documentaries and one drama based upon them, all aired on BBC4. He is currently working on a biography of ex-Manchester United, Manchester City and Rochdale footballer, Tony Whelan. His play, Tull, directed by David Thacker, had a successful three week run at the Octagon Theatre, Bolton. The play was later produced by the Tottenham Theatre Company and performed at the Bernie Grant Arts Centre. He has had two other plays produced for London theatres. He was executive producer of 'Antonio's Breakfast' which won the 2006 short film (drama) BAFTA. In 2011 he wrote and directed his first feature film 'The Crack'. He is also one of the few white recipients of a Football Blacklist Award. Information Source: Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Libraries | eventbrite

Then try our free taster workshop! This fun and friendly workshop is designed to give you a quick taste of what our improv classes have to offer. We will run through some basic improv activities and show you what we love so much about improvisation. Plus it's a chance to meet and get to know our wonderful teachers. Best of all - it's free! Age requirement Please note: Our classes are primarily aimed at adults - if you are under 18, let us know and we will confirm if you can attend the class. What is improvisation? Improvisation is any performance where there has been no pre-planning: where there is no script or any detailed outline for the show. However, improv is more than simply the absence of these things. It also represents a process and a philosophy of communication, creativity and connection. It is these skills and ideas which allow performers to work with each other, in the moment, to create amazing and wonderful scenes. Why learn improv? Improv is a fun, challenging art-form which teaches skills which are useful both in everyday life and performance. Improv is invaluable for actors or creatives who want to be faster on their feet and explore their creative processes. It's also valuable for non-performers as it teaches skills relating to communication, confidence and teamwork. Plus, it's fun! Improv is an incredibly accessible art-form, and a well-designed beginner's class will feel friendly and be enjoyable for people from all backgrounds and levels of experience. Why learn with Improv Queensland? We have been teaching people to improvise for over 15 years and have the longest running improvised training programme in Brisbane. We have taught hundreds of people how to improvise, including actors, comedians, caberet artists, CEOs, doctors, barristers, miners, and teachers. Our beginner’s curriculum is a tried and tested product which will give you an excellent introduction to improvisation. We also provide well-regarded intermediate and advanced workshops which provide opportunities for students to take their improvisation further. We also have Brisbane’s most experienced improvisation teachers, with our teachers generally having many years of performance and teaching under their belts. We also operate a constant process of professional development for our teachers including in-house training, feedback sessions and external workshops. Information Source: Improv Queensland | eventbrite

Mark your calendars for BARBELLS FOR BOOBS, a sanctioned weightlifting event supporting breast cancer research at MASS Strength in Franklin, MA. Lifters of all ages and skill levels are invited to participate in this charitable event. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The event will take place on October 19th and 20th, 2024, offering early bird entry at $100 until August 31st, 2024, and general entry at $135. The event's schedule includes weigh-ins and lifting sessions starting at 7am on both days. Please note that the schedule is subject to change based on participant numbers, and a final list of participants will be emailed by October 12th. Secure your spot now for a chance to lift heavy weights and contribute to a great cause.

TRIVIA FRIENDS SEASON 1 Come join us for a fun-filled night of Friends-themed trivia at our event location: 973 Pleasant Grove Blvd #150. We are a 21 and over establishment. Also we encourage you to bring in your own food and/or snacks. Test your knowledge on all things related to the iconic TV show and see if you can outsmart your fellow fans! Grab your Friends and form a team to compete for bragging rights and maybe even some cool prizes. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to relive the magic of Friends with other super fans! Information Source: Keg And Cork | eventbrite

Hello, I'm Gina and a local artist from Hallatrow which is in between Bristol and Bath. Being creative is my happy place - it makes me smile and makes me feel like ‘me’ and I would love to share that feeling with you during my abstract painting workshop. My workshop will involve practical sessions around how to create abstract paintings in an intuitive way, focusing on creating texture and mark making whilst finding out which colours you are drawn to. We will use brushes and palette knives with acrylic paint, and we will try using paint directly from the tube as well as paint mixed with water. We will also try using a medium added to the paint to add yet more texture! These techniques are the ones I use to create my own art and I hope you will enjoy it as much as I do. My painting workshop will give you an opportunity to try a new skill or a new way of painting and help you find your creative happy place, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Information Source: Gina Belford Art | eventbrite

FRANKIE AND THE WITCH FINGERS, Spoon Benders at The Grove House Thu, Oct 24, 2024 DOOR 6:00PM / SHOW 7:00 PM $25 ADV / $30 DOS WEB/ IG / SPOTIFY / WIKI There’s long been a growl festering in the West, an earthen rumble fed by tectonic tension, acrid smoke, and sun-parched air. The brew has boiled over lately, a pressure-cooked chaos that can no longer be contained. The growl has grown to a howl.. the howl is at the door. Few are as ready to meet the madness head on as Frankie and the Witch Fingers. On their new album, Data Doom, the band hurtles the listener head first into the wood-chipper of technological dystopia, systemic rot, creeping fascism, the military-industrial profit mill, and a near-constant erosion of humanity that peels away the soul bit by bit. With a fuse lit by these modern-day monstrosities the band seeks to find salvation through a thousand watt wake-up of rock n’ roll exfoliation. After tearing through the tender heart of the Midwest, Frankie and the Witch Fingers found themselves clamped down on the fried edges of Los Angeles, carving out a niche that’s equal parts molten tar pit teardown and cataclysmic careen. Following releases on Hypnotic Bridge, Let’s Pretend, and Permanent, the band landed between the twin barbs of Greenway and The Reverberation Appreciation Society, a perfect fit for their frenetic blend of rhythmic whiplash and sonic soul shake. Anchored by songwriters Dylan Sizemore and Josh Menashe, the band has kept a rotating door of friends and collaborators moving through their midst over the past few years, coalescing post-pandemic into a symbiotic stage beast that’s become the beating heart of their new album, Data Doom. Bassist Nikki “Pickle” Smith and drummer Nick Aguilar have been road-hardened and readied over the last year, laying the groundwork for the new record’s 300 pounds of pummel and propulsion. That heft was hurtled onto tape in the band’s Vernon, CA studio space. The locale let the city’s grit creep into the crevices of their new record, a wild swing at the sternum that hits the listener like an adrenaline shot to the heart. Wiping away the haze of stoned-ape psychedelics that permeated their opus Monsters Eating People Eating Monsters… the band favors an asphalt assault of rock, riff, and amphetamine rhythm. As they’ve wound out of the last phase, their sound, over a series of singles, has begun to thicken and throb. It’s coalesced into a darker strain that ingests the explosive impulses of gas-crisis-era proto-punk, the rhythmic insistence of 70’s German Progressives, and the elasticity of funk fusionists alike. They’ve welded their arsenal of influences to a chassis of nail-bitten bombast that drives Data Doom into the midst of the maelstrom. The band has shared bills with Kikagaku Moyo, Ty Segall, Oh Sees, Cheap Trick, and ZZ Top, churning their stage-side scorch into household recognition — burning through a barrage of multicolored vinyl pressings and sparring with indie heavyweights for Billboard chart positions. Data Doom looks to cement that status, a sinewy slab cut on the stone of social collapse and licking the blade in anticipation of what’s to come. “Never name the darkness itself,“ intones Sizemore, but the darkness is already here, embedded in every moment, inextricable from the capital, sabbatical, sustenance, and solace of the modern age. Data Doom is the elixir and the exorcism, it’s the reformation rendered in rock ’n roll. SPOON BENDERS WEB/IG/SPOTIFY Spoon Benders is a progressive psych-rock powerhouse that has been relentlessly crisscrossing the United States, leaving a trail of newly acquired fans in their wake. Spoon Benders have become synonymous with an electrifying stage presence that can only be described as loud, controlled chaos. Spoon Benders have been carving their path through the musical landscape since their inception, and are now consistently supporting notable acts such as Frankie and The Witch Fingers, L7, Fuzz, Meatbodies, Deap Vally, Death Valley Girls, and The Paranoyds. In April of this year, Spoon Benders unleashed their sophomore album, How Things Repeat, upon the eager ears of the public. The album is a testament to the band's artistic evolution and ability to push the boundaries of their sound. How Things Repeat has been met with resounding acclaim, cementing Spoon Benders' status as a force to be reckoned with in the psychedelic rock landscape. Information Source: The Grove House | eventbrite

Lana from The Wandering Brush returns for another beginner watercolor lesson. We will go dark and a little scary (cemetary markers are optional however!) you will learn a variety of cool techniques to make this foggy scene come to life. All materials included as we go step by step using thick watercolors, gouache and unusual tools to create your image. A mat is also included to frame your finished piece. BYOB or something to sip. 48 advance notice for refund consideration. Information Source: The Wandering Brush, Lana Quann | eventbrite

`Get ready for an hour full of fun and movement! Learning choreography from different styles including hip hop, jazz and contemporary. Everyone is welcome to join in on the fun one hour session! Be ready to learn some new grooves and moves to take home. Please see the below dates for this dancing fun program: 19 August16 September28 October18 November9 DecemberBring your hat and water bottle and be prepared to have some fun whilst moving your body with local inclusive coaches. If you have any queries about the program please contact Community Development Officer, Danielle via (08) 8375 6879. Information Source: City of Marion Special Events | eventbrite

Welcome to Standing By 2024! Dates: Tue 05 Nov 2024 - Thurs 07 Nov 2024 Time: 10:00 AM - 16:00 PM Location: Z9 110 QUT Creative Industries Precinct This year's showcase will spotlight the extraordinary skills of ten students, each unveiling there individual exhibitions as they complete their final unit before stepping into the professional world. We look forward to sharing this special occasion with you as we celebrate the graduating class! Can't make our opening? No worries, please feel free to come to any of our other sessions (no bookings required!) Information Source: eventbrite

Come and join our Festive Lino Printing workshops in Millhouses, Sheffield.🎄 Extra dates added for these popular workshops: Sunday 10th November 9.15- 1.15pm Saturday 7th December 1.30pm - 5.30pm. These workshops will provide the opportunity to design, carve and print your own simple relief lino print block to decorate Christmas cards, gift tags, wrapping paper or even make your own Christmas garland decoration. The workshops are suitable for all levels and you will have the opportunity to explore various ways of adding colour. These workshops were very popular last year and I can’t wait to run them again. All equipment and materials along with tea, coffee and mince pies will be provided. The cost of the workshops is £45.00 Check out our other workshops here too: https://workshop57.co.uk/index.php/classes/ Thanks, Diane Information Source: Diane | eventbrite

Every event will feature a different theme usually around your physical, mental and emotional well-being. Words weaved into the meditation will formulate a guided intentional experience that is both healing and relaxing. I'm usually guided intuitively what to bring my attention to. Therapeutic Sound soothes, calms, and quietens the mind, triggering your body's own innate ability to self-regulate and heal. The sound frequencies and vibrations emitted will bathe your mind, body and soul back toward a greater state of wellness and equilibrium. For the remainder of 2024, and so for the next 4 sessions at least, we will be working with BIG CATS. For those of you that regularly attend my sound baths know by now that I adore working with animals and the natural world. They have so much to teach us in a world full of chaos right now! Why Big Cats? I've no idea! When an idea comes to me I just go with it, see what happens and learn and explore during the process . Just as I had working withBird Energy, it is my hope that you will feel so inclined to join me on this journey also! I can tell you that Big Cats encapsulate the energy and fortitude of strength, agility, power, determination, self preservation, and so much more. The individual species come with their own character strengths. It is my hope that connecting with these majestic creatures we too can harness our own inner strengths, determination and enhanced assertiveness. Sunday Oct 27th - Lion Sunday Nov 10th - Tiger, Sunday Nov 24th - Jaguar Sunday Dec 8th - Cheetah January 2025 - we continue with Leopard and Black Panther. Dates TBC No matter the themed intentions,it will always remain a time and space to recharge, to breathe, and to recalibrate your senses as we allow for a much needed balancing effect to take place as we practice the regenerative process of self-care and self-love. Before booking please do checkout the guidelines listed below Please feel free to bring your own mat, blanket and pillow if you wish.Kindly arrive on time so as not to disturb the class. NO ENTRY once class commences.The sessions are for ADULTS only, unless otherwise stated at individual events.Not advisable during the first 3 months and last 3 months of pregnancyIf you have a pre-existing illness or metal implants (pins,screws, pacemaker etc) please ensure you consult your GP before attending. It can resonate the metal or change the rhythm of the pacemaker.Recent surgery – within the last 6 six weeks.If you have a history of serious psychological/mental disturbance, please consult your GP before attending.Any condition that is sound sensitive can be triggered by sound – tinnitus, Ménière’s disease, epilepsy,We make no claims to cure, diagnose or give guarantees.If unsure of any aspects of this treatment always consult your GP first.Booking Guidelines Please check the above precautions before bookingBooking in advance is advised to avoid disappointmentUnder 16's must be accompanied by a responsible adultI'm afraid no refunds for non-attendees or latecomers.Please switch off phones during the sound bath.Please feel free to email me if you have any further enquiries.Johjohnson369@gmail.comIF YOU COULD KINDLY BE ON TIME (at least 5-15 mins before). We will start promptly @ 8pm allowing for time to explain briefly how sound healing works for new comers. NO ENTRY IS PERMISSABLE ONCE WE START. Unfortunately this otherwise interrupts the experience for others. Many thanks for your understanding I look forward to seeing both familiar and unfamiliar faces Hope to see you there and many Thanks! Love always .... Joh :) Information Source: Joh Johnson | eventbrite

Bring your hat and water bottle and be prepared to have some fun whilst moving your body learning the skills of the universal game of soccer! This soccer coaching program will be undertaken by local Sturt Lions Soccer Club coach Nas Essid is an accredited professional coach with Football Australia AFC A Diploma. He is an experienced coach with State league and NPL league, junior, senior, boys and girls. He works with soccer clubs and academy. Nas is inclusive, welcoming and a very skilled and patient coach with years of experience coaching children and young people. Please refer to the schedule below for dates: 29 July12 August26 August9 September11 November25 NovemberThe sessions will be held outside on the grassed area that runs alongside the Mitchell Park Sports & Community Centre, not on the oval. Please note that in the event of poor weather including heavy rain, hail and heat, the program will be moved inside Room E to focus on fine motor ball skills. This program is suitable for 8 to 15 year olds. If you have any queries about the program please contact Community Development Officer, Danielle via (08) 8375 6879. Information Source: City of Marion Special Events | eventbrite

Join Barnes & Noble - The Grove at Farmers Market on Tuesday, November 12, 2024as we welcome Brian Baumgartner to sign THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS AT DUNDER MIFFLIN, the first official The Office holiday storybook–a new classic for fans of all ages! Spend “The Night Before Christmas” at Dunder Mifflin in this hilarious and timeless illustrated retelling of the beloved poem, featuring a visit from Michael Scott as Santa and narrated by Kevin Malone (author Brian Baumgartner). To make this event safe and enjoyable for all attendees, please read the below guidelines ahead of buying a ticket, so you know what to expect on the day. To avoid disappointment, we must stress that there will be no access to the event for non-ticketholders. TICKETING INFORMATION Solo Book Admission - $21.89 (Admission + one copy ofTHE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS AT DUNDER MIFFLIN): **LIMITED QUANTITY AVAILABLE**: A ticket PER PERSON includes: One copy ofTHE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS AT DUNDER MIFFLIN (out 11/5/24).Admission to the signing line withBrian Baumgartner.Ticket holders will be admitted into the event beginning at 6:00 PM on the day of the event. Please have a copy of your ticket available (either printed out or on your phone) for check-in.GUIDELINES This is a book signing event only.No memorabilia will be signed at this event.A BN Bookseller will take photos on the Customer's camera/phone.No large bags will be permitted into the event. Please leave your bags in your vehicle.Barnes & Noble may cancel this event at any time with or without notice to the ticket holders.ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES Some outside queuing may be required, so please come dressed appropriately for all weather.The exact time at which the event ends will be determined on the day.To avoid disappointment, we strongly advise you to arrive on time for the event. Late arrivals may not have the opportunity to enter the event space.Due to health and safety and space limitations, those without a ticket will not be permitted to join the queue.All event guidelines are subject to change.If you have any additional questions, you can call the store directly at 323-525-0270.Please note that Eventbrite is the only authorized dealer for this event. Tickets are non-transferable. Do not purchase tickets from a third party. REFUNDS Attendees can receive refunds up to 1 day before the event. If you are unable to attend the event, Barnes & Noble - The Grove will hold your book for seven days after the event. Please contact the store to arrange your pickup. Event guidelines are subject to change. Information Source: Barnes & Noble The Grove | eventbrite

Join us on Wednesday, 13 November, from 6 pm - 7:45 pm at Stratford Library for a creative writing workshop on the theme of Rest Yourself and rest as resistance and inspiration for your writing, led by Covert Guest Editor Akila Richards. This workshop is a great opportunity to polish your skills and learn about our fifth issue of Covert Literary Magazine and our associated Talent Development Programme! The deadline to apply to the programme is Fri 15 Nov 2024. In March & April 2025, we will invite Global majority/BPOC creatives to submit to the magazine. The workshop is organised by Writing Our Legacy in partnership with Newham Poetry Group. Writing Our Legacy is an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation 2023-26. For more information about Covert, see https://writingourlegacy.org.uk/whatwedo/covert-literary-magazine/ Akila Richards is an award winning poet, spoken word artist and fiction writer. Her work is published in Covert Magazines, Mosaic Writers, Penguin, Waterloo Press, Peepal Tree Press and on digital platforms. Her soundscapes and audio work can be listened to at Dulwich Gallery website, Wasafiri Instagram and her own Youtube channel. Her poetry pamphlet Ritual for a Mango was published by Flipped Eye in February 2024. Akila’s artistic year-long residency at Brighton Dome in 2021 led to the development of The Rest Experience offering a range of participatory activities, events, collaborations and programmes. As a socially engaged artist her belief is that rest is a collective experience which leads us to our purpose and true self, where we are rested and relevant , connected and visionary and the impossible becomes possible, here and for futurity. Akila is a proud member of the Inscribe Group an imprint of Peepal Tree Press whose support and encouragement have also led to her first novel writing. Her poems and stories speak to our humanness, of complex lives and ultimately the deep joy of liberation. https://akilarichards.wordpress.com/ Sonia Quintero I am a queer Colombian–British poet, have lived in Newham for several years. I am passionate to community knowledge production, co-production, and participatory methodology as well as grassroot movements promotion. I have become an active member of the community and have led several projects that combine my passion for poetry and LGBTQ+ rights. Seven years ago, I started Newham Poetry Group, a grassroot initiative that facilitates access to creative writing for people who speak English as their second or third language as well as engaging with marginalised communities through artistic activities such as open mics, spoken words or even publishing their own books. I also co-founded Queer Newham and Borderless local initiatives that bring visibility to LGBTQ+ issues in my area and support LGBTQ+ refugees. We work closely with the LB Newham, community groups and neighbours to tackle discrimination, hate crime and other issues that impact us. Simultaneously, I founded Casa Sofia in Colombia, my home country. Casa Sofia is a collective of creative community artists that use artistic approach to connect people, challenge dispowenred narratives and support local initiatives. We love co-creating new maps that help people navigate their neighbourhoods, find their unique resources, strengthen their abilities and develop new initiatives that support the wellbeing of their local areas. @sonesquin | soniaquintero.co.uk Writing Our Legacy CIC is an arts and heritage organisation that enables Black, Asian and ethnically diverse/BPOC* people to tell their story through writing and the creative arts. We were established in 2012. We give writers and other creatives a platform and community to feel supported, nurtured and evolve their work through the creative pipeline, from start to publication. We share stories and heritage of diaspora communities and bring them to life through various art forms for audiences to learn and take part in cultural heritage. We are an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation. *BPOC stands for ‘Black people, People of Colour’ and is a self-identifying term. While we use the term BPOC, we acknowledge the limitations of this terminology. At the core of our network is the aim to address and overcome systemic barriers that our members face directly or indirectly based on their ethnic or national identities, race or perceived racial identities, or the colour of their skin as per the Equality Act of 2010. This includes people who identify as Black, brown, people of colour, Global Majority, mixed-race, multiple heritage and/or are from the Global South, and/or are East and South-East Asian, West Asian, Asian, Middle Eastern, African, African-Caribbean, Caribbean, Latinx, Pacific Islander, Indigenous, or First Nations, and diasporas. Information Source: Writing Our Legacy CIC | eventbrite

We would like to invite you to join White City Theatre Project to mark our 10th Anniversary with a special celebration and fundraising event on Thursday, 14th November from 7:00 pm to 9.30 pm at the Hammersmith Club Society. Tickets are £75 per person which includes a welcome drink and wine with dinner. Tables will seat up to eight guests, so gather your friends for an unforgettable evening. We are thrilled to announce special guest, Dame Sheila Hancock, will be joining us along with our guest compere. We are deeply grateful to our friends and partners, Trafalgar Entertainment, and others, for their generous support of this milestone event. If you would like to find our more about our organisation and what we do please check out our website: www.whitecitytheatre.com Information Source: White City Theatre Project | eventbrite

Join us on Friday, November 15th to experience Magda Kranc-Velazquez's wonderful world of whimsical books and playful collages! Magda's work consists of intricately made mixed-media collages combined with layers of delicate yet dramatic hand paintings and drawings. Magda also creates one-of-a-kind keepsake memory books for clients using their old photos, jewelry, documents, buttons, and fabrics. Her work is a loving homage to the past, creating something new while respecting the history behind her materials. Her passion for vintage fabrics, photos, and embellishments creates unique work that can't be replicated or found anywhere else. Magda Kranc-Velazquez Information Source: The Empty Corner | eventbrite

Created by Merlin Evans and Discover Childrens Story Centre, A Map of Me is an original story performance exploring emotions and wellbeing through the eyes of Kit. Kit is not having a good day. Join us for a storytelling performance as they go on a journey of self-exploration, meeting wonderful and funny puppet animals on the way and even doing an elephant dance! Through helping each other, they discover that it is good to share. Followed by a craft where children can make and decorate their own feeling hands. Information Source: Newham Libraries | eventbrite

Spa Golf Club Presentation Night 2024 Date: TBA Location: 20 Grove Rd Come join us at the Spa Golf Club Presentation Night 2024 for a night of celebration, awards, and good company! This in-person event will be held at the beautiful location of Spa Golf Club 20 Grove Rd, Ballynahinch. Get ready to mingle with fellow golf enthusiasts, enjoy delicious food, and applaud the winners of this year's golf tournaments. It's a night you won't want to miss! Information Source: Spa Golf Club | eventbrite

Join two dancers from Akram Khan Company for this event inspired by storytelling through movement. A duet performance will be followed by a creative movement workshop and art based activity, exploring themes from Akram's touring production of Jungle Book reimagined, such as takin care of the environment and our sense of belonging. Information Source: Newham Libraries | eventbrite

This event is one of many highlights of the Flyover Comedy Festival 2024, happening November 14-16. Want to experience everything? Grab a 3-Day Wristband for access to all events—available for purchase here. Doors: 6:30 PM / Show: 7:00 PM 21+ Only ___________________________________________________________________ ZACH NOE TOWERS is an LA-based comedian, actor, and writer you may have seen in season three of Netflix’s Dear White People or hosting the E! series Nightly Pop and Dating #NoFilter. Zach entered the comedy scene in 2018 when he was named one of Time Out magazine’s Comics to Watch, as well as one of the New Faces of Comedy at the prestigious Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal. This year Zach has been touring as the opening act on the theater tours of Taylor Tomlinson and Fortune Feimster. His new sex-based SiriusXM show After Hours with Zach Noe Towers can be heard on Netflix is a Joke radio (channel 93) or anytime on the SiriusXM app. Look out for Zach in the upcoming Cooper Raiff project Hal and Harper. Information Source: Flyover Comedy Festival | eventbrite