Diverse Ethnic Storytelling

**BROWN SUGA // LGBTQ+ History Month // Queer AUNTIES & Futures Reimagined 🔥🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️** **Booking link & information:** [https://www.moonlightexperiences.com/products/brown-suga-lgbtq-history-month-party ](https://www.moonlightexperiences.com/products/brown-suga-lgbtq-history-month-party) Celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month with an elegant afternoon-to-evening queer social and party curated by queer Black and POC folx. Brown Suga is an intentional space that centres queer women, queer Global Majority, non-binary and trans folx, and their friends. We cultivate a welcoming, good-vibes-only environment where our community can meet, dance, and build lasting connections. Hosted inside the beautiful, newly opened Sir Devonshire Square Hotel, this edition invites us to honour our past while stepping confidently into what’s next. Expect soft lighting, a stylish setting with access to outdoor space, food, room to move, and space to connect. Whether you’re dancing, talking, or meeting someone new, Brown Suga is a gathering shaped to mobilise our community and imagine new possibilities. This is why we are dedicating February to queer aunties and our queer futures. The day starts with Queer Kizomba dance class led by The Blacker The Berry Project, offering a welcoming introduction to sensual movement, Afro-diasporic music, and traditional dance. No partner or prior experience is required. As the evening unfolds, DJs take over the room with a mix of old-school, nostalgic 90s sounds, Disco, R&B, Hip-Hop, Afrobeats, Border-free music, Afro-Latin, Dancehall, and Soca, creating an atmosphere where conversation flows as easily as the music. ✨ THEME: QUEER AUNTIES & FUTURES REIMAGINED🔥 Dress for the future you imagine. Tailored suits, Dapper, flowing dresses, bold silhouettes, and expressive styling are encouraged but not mandatory. Come to dance. Stay to talk. Leave having moved your body and expanded your circle, Whether you arrive with friends, partner(s), or on your own, you’re invited to our hosted mixer designed to make meeting others feel easy and natural. Food will be available throughout the event until 22:00, so you can refuel, linger, and enjoy the evening without rushing. The venue is wheelchair accessible. 📍 Venue: Sir Devonshire Square Hotel, 5 Devonshire Square, London EC2M 4YE 📅 Date: Saturday 28 February 🕓 Time: 16:00 – 22:00 (Doors open at 16:00) 💃🏾 Dance Class: 16:15 – 18:15 (Queer Kizomba with The Blacker The Berry Project) 🎶 DJs: 18:30 – 22:00 💙 Limited free tickets available (for those who need them) 💙 £10 Black + POC tickets (party entry only) 💙 £12 Non-QTIPOC tickets (party entry only) 💙 £10 Queer Kizomba Dance Class only Questions? Email: info@moonlightexperiences.com

¿Hablas español? 🇪🇸 🇲🇽 🇨🇴 🇦🇷 ¿Vives en Londres o alrededores? 🇬🇧 🏙¿Te gusta dibujar? 🎨 Ven y dibuja con nosotros. No hace falta que tengas experiencia o vocación artística. Todos los niveles de habilidad son bienvenidos. La primera mitad del evento (90 min más o menos) dibujaremos, y al terminar compartiremos lo que hayamos hecho, dejando el resto de tiempo para socializar y conectar. Este es un meetup para conocer y conectar. con hispanohablantes que gustan de expresarse y relajarse dibujando o coloreando en un espacio relajado.✨ No tienes que ser ni treintón ni estar triste para participar🤭, pero sí esperamos que hables español. Ofrecemos material básico para que puedas dibujar pero te alentamos a traer material con el que te sientas más a gusto. Hay un café en el espacio donde puedes comprar alguna bebida o snack.

Join us for a day filled with laughter and great conversations with friends at The REAL Over 40s meetup group. Unwind with a drink in hand as we enjoy a pit-stop before the next week ahead. This social gathering is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, share stories, and create lasting memories. We meet at table 45. See you there 👍 P.S There are always atleast 15 to 20 people show up regardless of rsvp numbers.

Join us this Saturday, 28/2/26 The topic will be Perú All levels are welcome Children must be accompanied by a parent or a guardian

Acoustic music, poetry and storytelling. Soul Fuel Sunday is a monthly gathering of poets, storytellers and songwriters held at Rosslyn Hill Unitarian Chapel. These intimate, unique evenings are not to be missed, offering audiences the rare opportunity to hear spoken word artists and songwriters perform completely unplugged, supported only by the natural acoustics of our gorgeous neo-Gothic Chapel walls. Each month, experience performances from musical artists interspersed with spoken word, storytelling, poetry and meditations, with singer-songwriter Russell Swallow.

Have you always wanted to visit Georgia? If yes, join us at Aba-Ra! on Brick Lane for an evening of authentic Georgian cuisine in a cozy, family-run setting. Enjoy delicious dishes like khachapuri (cheese-filled bread), khinkali dumplings, hearty stews, and traditional Georgian wine — all in a warm, relaxed atmosphere. Please note: this is cuisine from the country of Georgia (Europe), not the U.S. state. Come solo or with a friend, great food and great company always guaranteed. **Aba-Ra is know for** · Traditional Georgian food like *khachapuri* (cheesy bread) and *khinkali* (dumplings) — signature dishes that get raves for flavour and authenticity. · A warm, friendly vibe — staff often explain how to enjoy certain dishes and the place feels homey rather than touristy. · Good wine and drink options that pair well with the meals. · Loved by locals and visitors as a Brick Lane hidden gem worth stopping by. **Atmosphere & Experience:** It’s not just a casual lunch spot, many people recommend going with friends to share dishes and soak up the Georgian hospitality. Most reviews mention warm service and a very inviting interior. It’s a great choice if you’re exploring Brick Lane and want *something different from the usual curry-house scene*, with strong local / visitor appeal and excellent food. Please see attached website with their delicious menu, several of their meals are free from gluten, egg, wheat, sugar, dairy and tree nuts with several vegetarian options https://www.abara.co.uk/menus **Price £30 non refunded unless cancelled minus PayPal fees** **PLEASE RSVP ONLY ONCE YOU HAVE MADE PAYMENT, IF YOU RSVP WITHOUT MAKING PAYMENT YOUR RSVP WILL CHANGE TO NOT GOING.** **PLEASE PAY VIA LINK TO GET A SOCIAL LIFE MEETUP HERE** [Georgian Meal @ Aba-Ra In Brick Lane, With Several Vegetarian Options , Sat, Feb 28, 2026, 2:00 PM | Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/passionate-about-travelling-food-and-events/events/313353139/?slug=passionate-about-travelling-food-and-events&eventId=313353139) **Please note: £10 will be deducted** toward PayPal fees, hosting time, admin, organisation, and transportation. Hosting is a service, just like paying for a gym class or event organiser and covers the time and effort that goes into creating a great experience for everyone, **What’s Included** Eating good food with fresh ingredients £20 will go towards Food and drinks to be paid separately at the restaurant. Meeting new people Making new friends Connecting Socializing Friendly host Coming out of your comfort Zone Admin fees, host fees **Not Included** Possible service charge Please let them know if you have any allergies or other dietary requirements, once you have made payment Full address 108 Brick Ln, London E1 6RL My number just in case 07957320516 Looking forward to seeing you soon x

***Stories of learning, love, and wisdom*** You are warmly invited to come and experience spiritual growth and fellowship as you explore what could be your next spiritual step at this ECK Light and Sound Service. This service offers you the chance to explore your own connection with the Divine. Find out how singing HU, an ancient name for God, can open your heart to God's love. Connect with the most sacred part of yourself, receive new insights and magnify love in your life through the Light and Sound of God. Divine Spirit expresses Itself in the world as Light and Sound. "Soul Explorations - Stories of learning, love, and wisdom" is this month's topic, which we will explore through talks and/or small group discussions. Eckankar welcomes people of all faiths and backgrounds and we have a children's programs for ages 5–13. The service is about 1 hour to 1.15 hours, and light refreshments are available. New guests can also receive a guest welcome pack.

Across the UK, debates are intensifying about what children should be taught in schools — from how Britain’s colonial past is presented, to how race, migration, and identity are discussed in the classroom. Concerns about “political bias,” calls to remove certain books from reading lists, and pressure to sanitise difficult parts of history raise important questions about who controls knowledge and whose stories are told. Who gets to decide what counts as “truth” in education? How should schools approach Britain’s history of empire, slavery, and racial inequality in ways that are honest, evidence-based, and inclusive? How can we encourage critical thinking about history and society without relying on religious narratives or moral frameworks? Join Association of Black Humanists for an open and thoughtful discussion on education, historical truth, and the importance of intellectual freedom. This is a participatory session rather than a lecture — there will be no expert panel. Your perspectives, questions, and experiences will shape the conversation as we explore these issues together. All are welcome. **Date: Saturday, 28th February 2026** **Time: Please arrive on time at 2.45pm** **Venue: Pembury Community Centre** **1 Atkins Square, Dalston Lane, Hackney, London E8 1FA** A voluntary donation of £3 would be much appreciated.

Currently on the app ' Arte' is this fabulous crime thriller from esteemed director Chabrol. Charles has an affair with Laura, his best friend's wife and they indulge in S & M games. He accidentally strangles her in one of their escapades and noone has witnessed this untimely demise..... Made in 1971 and lasts 100 mins. In French with English subtitles.

The topic for March is "Our Bodies, Ourselves" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

Join us as we get together to see SIRAT, an Oscar-nominated Best International Film from Spain that follows a father, accompanied by his son, goes looking for his missing daughter in North Africa. Here’s a description, trailer and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: A father, accompanied by his son arrive at a rave deep in the mountains of southern Morocco while searching for his daughter who vanished months ago at one of these endless, sleepless parties. As their search continues, the journey forces them to confront their own limits. The film is directed by Oliver Laxe and stars Sergi Lopez, Bruno Nunez Arjona and Richard Bellamy. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ww-IXHXvS70 BUZZ & ACCLAIM: SIRAT has already won numerous awards, including 4 at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, along with the Chicago, Montclair and Toronto International Film Festivals! It also earned a whopping 11 nominations at the 40th Goya Awards, including Best Film and Director, and was nominated for Best International Feature Film and Best Sound at this year’s Academy Awards. The film is earning a stellar 92% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes which calls it “an unforgettable exercise in tension” and “a brutal reminder that the journey can be more important than the destination.” PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will confirm/announce details as the date gets closer. Once showtime is confirmed, advance purchase (via GFC website preferred) is advised! Once you have your ticket, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, you’re covered for the night! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Start your week the right way with Manic Mondays. Giving you an enjoyable Bachata lesson with a push of cool moves. The second hour has Beginner/Intermediate Salsa on 1. You must understand basic Salsa skills to participate. 730pm-830pm Bachata Cool Moves 830pm-930pm Salsa On 1 (Beginner/Intermediate) $15 for One Class $20 for Both Free Parking & Plenty of Dance Space.

Columbus libraries: [https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3262835](https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3262835) Location: [Knotty Pine Brewing](https://www.knottypinebrewing.net/) [Menu, scroll to the bottom](https://www.knottypinebrewing.net/menus-1) Book summary: Adunni is a fourteen-year-old Nigerian girl who knows what she wants: an education. This, her mother has told her, is the only way to get a "louding voice" -- the ability to speak for herself and decide her own future. But instead, Adunni's father sells her to be the third wife of a local man who is eager for her to bear him a son and heir. When Adunni runs away to the city, hoping to make a better life, she finds that the only other option before her is servitude to a wealthy family. As a yielding daughter, a subservient wife, and a powerless slave, Adunni is told, by words and deeds, that she is nothing. But while misfortunes might muffle her voice for a time, they cannot mute it. And when she realizes that she must stand up not only for herself, but for other girls, for the ones who came before her and were lost, and for the next girls, who will inevitably follow, she finds the resolve to speak, however she can--in a whisper, in song, in broken English--until she is heard

Bienvenue! Columbus French Conversation group invites you to our Saturday morning French conversation club. Expect a casual and welcoming atmosphere in which to learn french! I will bring my laptop so we can look up new vocabulary as needed! The venue is a beautiful French restaurant so you can really get into the zone :)

🌿 The Fitness Experience 🌿 This is not just a workout—it’s a vibe. The Fitness Experience is a high-energy, feel-good outdoor fitness meetup designed for every body and every level. Whether you’re just getting started, getting back into it, or already living an active lifestyle, this experience meets you where you are and pushes you just enough to level up. Expect movement, fresh air, challenges, laughter, and real community. We sweat together, encourage each other, and stay accountable—because consistency is easier with friends! Motivation with meaning: ✨ Show up for yourself ✨ Progress over perfection ✨ Consistency creates confidence Each month, we pop up at a new scenic outdoor location—parks, waterfronts, city greenspaces, and hidden urban gems—bringing fitness to life in the most inspiring settings possible. Come solo. Bring a friend. Leave energized.