Storytelling is a vital part of how Black histories are pasted down from generations. This Black History Month we will narrate traditional stories from Caribbean folklore.

Join us for an interactive storytelling session and make friends with children of all ages.

Join in the fun and create your own cityscape using techniques inspired by African-American painter Jacob Lawrence.

Join us for an interactive creative writing session. Where participants will have the opportunity to celebrate the people who inspire them most.

Join us to make our own libraries from reused paper and card! We can think about what libraries of the future will look like, and everything that they will hold, together.

Join in the fun and create your own cityscape using techniques inspired by African-American painter Jacob Lawrence.

How would you represent Hackney? Create your own flag for our borough and help make a bunting of all the different designs. All ages welcome.

Step into the spotlight and release your inner poet at our interactive Poetry Slam session! Best for ages 8+.

Make a beautiful autumn tree, inspired by African-style patterns and traditional motifs.

Join us for an interactive storytelling session and make friends with children of all ages.

Come and design your own beautiful handheld fan to celebrate Black History Month. All ages welcome.

Come along and spend an exciting afternoon crafting your very own unique superhero! All ages welcome.

Join in with a fun, interactive session with books and songs for babies, toddlers and their adults. This week our stories will celebrate Black History Month. Older siblings are welcome for our half-term special.

Join in with a fun, interactive session with books and songs for babies, toddlers and their adults. This week our stories will celebrate Black History Month. Older siblings are welcome for our half-term special.

Unleash your creativity at our "Make Your Own Superhero" craft event! Come along and spend an exciting hour crafting your very own unique superhero.

Make a moveable model of the legendary trickster spider from West African Akan folklore, known for his wisdom and cunning.

Join us for a family film afternoon! These special screenings promise fun for all ages.

Join in with a fun, interactive session with books and songs for babies, toddlers and their adults. This week our stories will celebrate Black History Month. Older siblings are welcome for our half-term special.

Hackney Markets will host a Celebration of Hair Day to celebrate local culture and showcase the exceptional artistry of Dalston’s iconic hair salons. Come for engaging activities designed for families, styling enthusiasts, and market shoppers.

​Families will be transported to the music, dance and energy of this defining moment in arts history.

Join us to celebrate Diwali

A free community film screening in the circle of trees in South Millfields Park.

Singing, Dancing & Drama lessons for ages 4-18, where your child to grow in confidence, develop essential life skills and participate in exciting activities.

Create your own poppet-inspired brooch in this beginner-friendly textile workshop with embroidery artist Cris Prete.

Get crafty at your local library this summer!

Step into the beautiful fantasy world of one of the most popular manga series around!

Unlock your child’s creativity this summer with Melodies for Literacy