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1st- 31st October VENUES ACROSS READING
Your free guide to what’s happening where and when!
Black History Month was established in the USA by Dr Carter G Woodson, a black American historian who created a month (February) for African American people to have the opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge themselves and their achievements.In England, Black History Month was first celebrated in October 1987 (30 years ago), in African Jubilee year, as part of a drive to improve racial harmony in London. It has since grown to encompass the whole country and to recognise and embrace the contributions and traditions of other black communities.
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Dusshera and Dandiya Festival - Ravan DahanCelebrationsunday 1st october, 4pm-11pmRivermead Leisure Complex, Richfield Avenue
An unforgettable evening of Ravan Dahan, dandia, shopping, food stalls, competitions, games, a live DJ and more! Celebrate the festivities of Dusshera at this family friendly event.
Email: [email protected] tickets: www.buytickets.at/mass
Entry: £3 - £10
Beverley KnightI Love Soulsville TourWednesday 11 Oct, 7pmThe Hexagon, Queens WalkFollowing the release of last year’s acclaimed Top 10 album Soulsville, singer songwriter and actress Beverley Knight announces a new UK tour for 2017.Having had a string of sold out gigs in the spring of 2016, and having completed a 6 month run in the smash hit west end musical The Bodyguard in January, Beverley has taken to the road again in her own right.
She will play a broad set featuring hits from her stellar career, highlights from the Soulsville album as well as a few customary surprises that fans have come to expect from her legendary live shows.
Box Office: 0118 960 6060www.readingarts.com
Entry: £37, £29.50, £21.50, under 14s must be accompanied by an adult
South Street & University of Reading presentsA SITELINES commissionBeing Gordon Greenidgein association with Barbados and Friends Association (Reading) & Reading SchoolThursday 12th - Saturday 14th Oct, 7.30pm, Saturday matinee, 2.30pmReading School Cricket Pavillion, Erleigh Road, RG1 5LW
In 1965, a 14 year old Gordon Greenidge from St Peter, Barbados landed in a stark cold town called Reading. He went on to become one of the most successful cricketers in history, and was an integral part of the all-conquering West Indies side from 1974-91.
‘Being Gordon Greenidge’ charts Gordon’s rise to international fame from humble beginnings in 60’s Reading, celebrating the huge impact his West Indian cricket team had on the Caribbean community.
A brand new theatre show from the makers of ‘Jackson’s Corner’, ‘Kaspar’ and ‘The Final Whistle’, featuring archive footage and exclusive interviews with elders from Reading’s Bajan community.
Written and directed by Benedict SandifordProduced by South Street & University of ReadingSupported with public funding through Arts Council England
Box office: 0118 960 6060www.readingarts.com
Entry: £15, £13 membersRecommended age: 10+
Home and IdentityA Spoken Word WorkshopThursday 12th october, 6.30pm-8.30pmThe Rising Sun Arts Centre, 30 Silver Street
An opportunity for keen poets to write and reflect on the current news issues of housing and identity. Individuals can present their spoken word pieces and listen to others poetry in a relaxed environment.
All ages welcome, please bring a notepad and pen.
Email: [email protected] www.mywordpoetry.weebly.com
Entry: £4
Afrobeats, Latin & ZumbaFitness Family SessionFriday 13th october, 7.30pm -8.30pmPark United Reformed Church Hall, 21 Palmer Park Ave
A fun fitness session for all the family brought to you by Theatre Train.
Email: [email protected]
Entry: £7 per person/£7 for two
Berkshire Black Business & GrowDiscussion EventThursday 12th october, 6.30pm-8.30pmRISC, 35-39 London Street
Share experiences and challenges of working in business.
Email: info@berkshireblackbusiness.co.ukwww.berkshireblackbusiness.co.uk
Entry: Free, book place via website
BHM at Reading LibraryDisplaymonday 16th october - tuesday 31st octoberReading Central LibraryInfo about the eventCome and see items from our Local Studies Library on Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) history in Berkshire. There will also be book displays of BAME authors.
Contact: 0118 901 5950www.reading.gov.uk/libraries
Entry: Free
Mega Diwali Festival 2017Celebratory Festivalsaturday 14th october, 4pm-11pmRivermead Leisure Complex, Richfield Avenue
The town’s biggest Diwali celebration, with food, clothes and jewellery stalls, performances and a whole host of activities for children.
Email: [email protected]
Entry: Free
Investing in Our Future, Today: Our YouthCelebrationsaturday 14th october, 4pm-7pmYMCA Reading, 34 Parkside Road, RG30 2DD
An afternoon of discussions, entertainment and light refreshments. Celebrating the achievements of black people and discussion of aspirations for our young people and their future. Organised by the Jamaica Society & Friends.
Entry: £3.50 for children, £7 for adults, booking not required
Daughters of the Dust Film (12A)tuesday 17th october, 7.30pmHistory Department, Palmer BuildingUniversity of Reading, RG6 2AH
A poignant portrait of three generations of Gullah women (descendants of West African slaves), at the turn of the 20th century. Directed by Julie Dash.
Contact: 0118 378 7151www.readingfilmtheatre.co.uk/events
Entry: £8, £7 concessions, £5 members
ACRE AGM and Anti-Slavery Day Commemoration with Guest SpeakerWednesday 18th october, 6.30pm-8.30pmCouncil Chamber, Civic Centre, Bridge Street
ACRE promotes equality, community empowerment and community cohesion in Reading.
We would like to extend an invitation to you to join us for our AGM and event to mark Anti-Slavery Day.
The theme of discussions will be Anti-Slavery and Human Trafficking.
Email: [email protected]
Entry: Free
Habib Koite & Special Guest Sura SossoAfrican Night FeverSaturday 21 oct, 8pmSouth Street
One of Africa’s most respected guitarists Habib Koite, joined by his band Bamada, gives his first UK performance in a decade.
Habib’s music is rooted in Malian and West African rhythms and melodies, but also brings in a variety of musical styles including blues, flamenco and Afro-Cuban.
The musician believes in the power of music to build bridges, with songs that speak of peace and unity.
Support comes from very special guest, Gambian Kora player Sura Susso.
Box Office: 0118 960 6060www.readingarts.com Entry: £14, £12 concessions
Justice and Broken DreamsA Spoken Word WorkshopThursday 19th october, 6.30pm-8.30pmThe Rising Sun Arts Centre, 30 Silver Street
An opportunity for keen poets to write and reflect on the current news issues of justice and broken dreams (i.e. Love or career). Individuals can present their spoken word pieces in a relaxed environment. All ages welcome, please bring a notepad and pen.
Email: [email protected]
Entry: £4
Reading Community Gospel ChoirMusical PerformanceSaturday 21 oct, 7PmPark United Reform Church, 21 Palmer Park Ave
Enjoy an evening of music by Reading Community Gospel Choir.
The choir also have an upcoming 10th Anniversary concert at ‘The Pavillion Reading’ on Saturday 18th November at 7.30pm.
Email: [email protected]
Entry: £8
Black History Celebration: What’s Your Legacy?Live EntertainmentSunday 22nd october, 5.30pmThe Deliverance Centre, 12 Portman Road
Live performances from artists all over the UK.
There will be a history presentation, art and craft stalls, a food court with world foods, a DJ, gifts, prizes and lots more!
Interested in having a stall/taking part in ‘The Hair Affair’ ? (prize for the most original hairstyle), please contact using email below.
Email: [email protected] 735714
Entry: Free
Steel PanMusic Taster WorkshopsTuesday 24th & Thursday 26th October2.15pm-3.15pm for 7-11yrs, 3.30pm-4.30pm for 12-18yrsReading College, Art Block 1 - Music
Taster workshops offer an authentic steel band experience for children and young people to have a go at playing different styles of music on steel percussion. With friendly professional tutors, all instruments are provided in a fun environment. The workshops are popular so book a place for your child now!
Entry: Free, booking required at:
Email: [email protected] with the name & age of each child, and the date you wish to book/07973 251919www.culturemixarts.co.uk
Big DebateDiscussionMonday 23rd October, 7pm-9pmMayor’s Parlour, Civic Centre, Bridge Street
Question time with a panel of guests and community members asking questions regarding issues that affect the BME community.
Contact: 07932 900222
Entry: Free
In Conversation with Alice Mpofu-ColesWednesday 25th october, 7.30pmMinghella Studios, Whiteknights Campus University of Reading
We are proud to present this ‘in conversation’ style event with the University of Reading Alumna Alice Mpofu-Coles as part of the University’s events to celebrate Black History Month.
Alice is a former Zimbabwean diplomat, was herself a refugee, is a former Chairwoman of the Reading Refugee Support Group and has been honoured for her work to improve perceptions of refugees through projects, talks and writing.
Entry: Free, register via website:
Email: [email protected] 378 6718www.reading.ac.uk/events
40. The History of Reading CarnivalDiscussion and CelebrationFriday 27th october, 8pmMayor’s Parlour, Civic Centre, Bridge Streetnfo about the eventThe Reading Caribbean Cultural Group, the organisation that brought you Reading Carnival 2017 invite you to join us at ‘40. The History of Reading Carnival’.
Come and join us to reminisce about the past and discuss future carnivals for generations to come.
There will be music and refreshments.
Email: [email protected]
Entry: Free/Donations welcome
Retro2MetroCharity Fundraising Bollywood Music NightSaturday 28th october, 5pmHexagon, Queens WalkInfo about the eventBengali Cultural Society (‘BCS’) Reading has organised this event to celebrate the contribution of the Indian Bollywood Music in the field of arts and culture.
The event, which will raise money for the charitable organisation BCS, will showcase two reputable and highly acclaimed Indian singers, Sadhana Sargam and Debojit Saha.
The performers will enthrall the audience with Bollywood songs ranging from the 80’s-90’s, to the most recent and latest chartbusters, hence coined the term ‘Retro2Metro’.
Email: [email protected] 857048/07771 825010/07900 980522
Entry: £25 - £60, all ages welcome
Golden StarsA Spoken Word ShowcaseFriday 27th october, 7pm-11pmArtigiano, 81 Broad StreetA showcase of spoken word by Berkshire poets.
Topics of poetry: Home, love, black inventors, music icons and planning for future generations.
Email: [email protected]
Entry: £4
This annual festival is co-ordinated by the Reading International Development Forum. The forum aims to raise the profile of Reading’s International connections, activities and campaigns. Reading International Festival aims to highlight, promote & celebrate international activities, links and solidarity in Reading. Highlights of the festival include:
Reading International Festival, 16th - 31st Oct
Pre-Festival Event:Refugees have rights too!TalkThursday 12th October, 8pmRISC, 35-39 London Street
In the midst of an unprecedented global refugee crisis, Tom Davis introduces Amnesty’s ‘I Welcome’ campaign for the UK to contribute positively to an environment where refugees’ rights are respected.
Amnesty International & Reading Refugee Support Group
Contact: Anne McFarlane, 07753 168174
Entry: Free
Putting People Before Profit - Building a New Global EconomyTalkWednesday 25th October, 7.30pmRISC, 35-39 London Street
The global economy is lurching from crisis to crisis. We have rising levels of inequality. As a reaction to this, racism and nationalism are growing. Nick Deaden, Director of UK Global Justice Now, will explore the alternatives to a world of free markets and corporate controlled trade - one that puts people at the centre of the global society.
UK Global Justice Now
Email: [email protected]: Jackie Oversby, 07745 310794
Entry: Free
Sick of Corporate GreedTalkwednesday 1st november, 7.30pmRISC, 35-39 London Street
The pharmaceutical industry is hugely profitable, yet millions don’t have access to medicine because the prices drug companies charge are so high. Hear from Global Justice Now campaigners and Sibongile Tshabalala of the Treatment Action Campaign in South Africa, about their demands for a global drug industry that puts people before profit.
Contact: Jackie Oversby, 07745 310794
Entry: Free/Donations welcome
The BundlePlayFriday 27th October, 7.30pmQuaker Meeting House, RG1 2SB
A play featuring two actors by the Journeymen Theatre. Story based on the real experiences of a Chechnyan asylum seeker and her three children.
Contact: Oliver Robertson, 0118 956 0468
Entry: Free/Donations welcome
Foreign Aid or Organised Plunder? The Impact of Foreign Aid on EthiopiaTalkThursday 26th October, 8pmRISC, 35-39 London Street
Achame Shana, a campaign activist, will discuss how western foreign aid is maintaining a dictatorial government in Ethiopia. Shana will discuss how the aid is causing widespread human rights abuse and the plundering of land and resources.
Southern Ethiopian Peoples Action Group
Email: [email protected] 642562
Entry: Free
I WelcomeA Magnum Photographic Exhibition in Association with Amnesty InternationalRISC, 35-39 London Street: Tuesday-Thursday, 11am-11pmFriday-Saturday, 11am-1amSunday, 4.40pm-10.30pmReading Central Library:Monday, wednesday, friday and saturday, 10am-5pmtuesday and thursday, 10am-7pm
The thirty evocative panels in the ‘I Welcome’ exhibition tell a big story of the global refugee crisis, spanning 70 years, starting with the aftermath of the Second World War.
At the end of 2015, more than 65 million people had been forced to flee their homes because of armed conflict and persecution. No one wants to take responsibility, but solutions exist and can be found starting with the international community sharing responsibility more equally. Our governments must act, and we can all do something to help.
Entry: Free
We hope you enjoy the varied Reading International Festival Programme in 2017.
For more info, contact:0118 958 6692www.risc.org.uk
Reading’s Slave LinksRISC, 35-39 London Street: Tuesday-Thursday, 11am-11pmFriday-Saturday, 11am-1amSunday, 4.40pm-10.30pm
The exhibition uncovers some of Reading’s links with the transatlantic slave trade, the campaign for it’s abolition and it’s long-lived aftermath. Today, large, well-established African and Caribbean communities live here.
As we explore Reading’s involvement and the impact on our town’s development, it’s people and prosperity, we seek not only to commemorate the connections amongst us, but also to raise awareness of modern forms of slavery and injustice.
Entry: Free
Reading International Festival Exhibitions, 16th - 31st Oct
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