Join us for free family friendly activities in Croydon Clocktower and Central Library as part of our Reclaiming Narratives weekend, marking Black History Month.
Facepainting with Keke’s Parties
Atrium, Croydon Clocktower
Sat & Sun, 11am – 1pm, 2pm – 4pm
Fun facepainting suitable for all ages.
Woke Babies Books present
Children’s stories, author talks and activities
Children’s Library
Ella Phillips: 11.30am – 12.30pm
My Grandma’s Magic Recipes: Autumn Harvest
A joyful celebration of family and the magic of plant‑powered food!
Stephanie Taylor: 1.30pm – 2.30pm
I’m Going to Be a Princess
A warm and witty celebration of the lives of amazing Black women.
Jamel Carly 3pm – 4pm
Olu’s Teacher: A Story About Starting Nursery
Olu is about to start nursery and meet his teacher, Jay… But what will Jay be like? A reassuring story about a child’s first experience of nursery or preschool for ages 3+.
Woke Babies Books will be in the Atrium from 11am – 4pm with an array of fabulous books to buy.
Eco Beads: Crafting with Recycled Materials
Atrium, Croydon Clocktower
Sat, 12.30pm – 2pm
Join Kwame, founder of African Activities and a graduate of Ghanatta College of Arts, for a creative bead-making workshop using recycled materials. Discover the cultural significance of bead-making in African traditions and leave with your own handmade accessory! Recommended age 5+
Rhythm Generation Storytelling
Central Library
Sat, 12.30pm – 1.15pm
Cheikh Diop brings you a story with songs and movements based on African tales and real-life legends! Featuring the exciting tale of the Lion-man and the farmers, originating from the Senegambia area. Recommended age 5+
Adinkra Printing: Create Your Own Symbolic Art
Atrium, Croydon Clocktower
Sat, 2.30pm – 4pm
In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn the meanings behind traditional West African symbols and create your own printed designs on fabric or paper. Ideal for all ages.