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Art exhibition exploring the “Feminine Spirit of Africa” through the use of photographs and drawings. 20 pieces of unique art commissioned for the general public to view.
Black Colour Fields – The progression from slavery, Art Exhibition
Community Junction, Paragon Station
1 October to 31 October, Free

Art exhibition that represents the progression from slavery to black culture and individual success. 8 pieces of unique art commissioned as part of Black History Month.
The Power of Rhythm – black culture, Art Exhibition
Artlink, 87 Princes Avenue, Hull
Opens 7 October 6-8pm and runs until 12 November, Free

Congo Week III
October 16 -22
Visit www.congoweek.org for more information
About Venture Smith – Hidden Histories

Venture Smith Exhibition – Black Achievement
Hull History Centre
23 August – 31 October

Best Hope Culture Day – Info and support into employment, education and training
Hull History Centre
27 October, 10am – 4pm
A day packed full of useful information, advice and guidance for anyone who is interested in getting into work, education or training. The day will be a mixture of arts, crafts and dancing, along with a selection of information stalls and presentations from employment, education and training providers.

Congolese Day – Celebration Event
Hull Afro Caribbean Centre, Park Street, Hull
22 October, 5-10pm, Free, Tel: 222751
A fun event to celebrate Congo Week 2011.

Workshops

Black and African Expression – Art workshops for young people
Three fantastic workshops exploring African art taking place at:
St Stephen’s Neighbourhood Centre, 96 Allandale Road, Hull
24 October, 10-2pm, Free
Longhill Link Up Trust, Shannon Road, Hull
25 October, 10-2pm, Free
St Hilda’s Community Church Hall, Annandale Road, Hull
27 October, 10-2pm, Free

Music, sounds and more
Hope Choir present traditional drumming and singing
Four venues across the city welcome the much acclaimed “Hope Choir”
Paragon Station North
1 October, 2-4pm, Free
North Point Shopping Centre
7 October, 11-1pm, Free
Freedom Centre
13 October, 12-2pm, Free
St Stephen’s Shopping Centre
22 October, 2-4pm, Free

The Sounds of Africa
St Stephen’s Neighbourhood Centre, 96 Annandale Road, Hull
19 October, 7-9pm, Free, donations welcome

A cultural evening to celebrate the sounds and foods ofAfrica, with guest performance by the Hope Choir.
Payback – Mix of Black American Music 1960-79
21 October
Adelphi Club, off Beverley Road
£2 before 8pm £3 after

Kingston Allstars, Hekima & the Bongo Flava, the Upendo Crew
Three of Hull’s finest bands will be giving their own blends of Traditional African sounds mixed with modern music in a not-to-be missed live concert.
Piper Club, Newland Avenue
Thursday 27th October at 8.pm
Admission: £3.00

Furious Styles – best of Hull Hip Hop featuring Ezra & the Upendo Crew
Hosted by Redeye and Salem, the night features Dragg, Biggz, Irak, Upendo Crew, Nineties Boy and many more. This night brings Hull’s finest together to showcase their talents in this rare Rap and Hip Hop extraveganza
@ The Lamp, Norfolk Street (off Beverley Road)
Wednesday 19th October at 8.pm
Admission: £3.00

Youth Rugby League Match – The Venture Smith Challenge Cup
West Hull ARL v East Hull ARL under 14′s
West Hull Community Sports Club, North Road, Hull
23 October, Kick off TBC
Contact Fionna Everson for more details on 01482 502609
Free, donations are welcome with all proceeds going to Black History Partnership.

Black History Month Finale
Artlink, 87 Princes Avenue, Hull
29 October, 12 – 2pm, Free
Come and join us and take a look back at the month’s celebrations. Light refreshments and exhibition of artwork from a young black man with aspergers syndrome. The exhibition shows how young people with disabilities can make positive contributions despite not achieving academically.