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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.

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Mia Morris Awarded OBE


Anne Perman '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
Marvellous news Mia, thoroughly and richly deserved for all your pioneering work to uplift the race. And congratulations on a brilliant Black History weekend at Wembley October 1-2, 2011. As your countryman said 'Onwards ever, backwards never' love Juliet x...

Juliet Alexander '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
Hello Mia, Many Congratulations on your award. It is fantastic that all your hard work to make sure we celebrate and mark our history is recognised.<br /><br /><br /> <br /><br /><br /> Peter Hall - Senior Advisor for Equalities and Inclusion - Southend Borough...

Peter Hall
www.Southend.gov.uk
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Many congratulations Mia....

Douglas Miller
www.douglasmillerlearning.com
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Congratulations Mia, it is people like you that make our society better...

Fred Joshua '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
There are no words to descibre how bodacious this is....

Wilhelmina
http://www.google.com/
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I love reading these airltces because they're short but informative....

Marlie
http://www.bing.com/
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Congratulations on your award. You are an inspiration and strength. And truly admire your work. Best regards Amanda...

Amanda Royes '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
"Let freedom ring". Raymond Erhijivwo. Author: 'The Life and Death of Martin Luther King'....

Raymond Erhijivwo '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
Many congratulations Mia! From Carlos and Olwen, Cubacheche...

Carlos and Olwen
www.cubacheche.co.uk
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Congratulations on the OBE - what a fantastic achievement!...

Elena Andreou
www.elenaandreou.com
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To my mentor, inspiration and dear friend, congratulations on your OBE. So, so, so deserved. As always, very many thanks,...

Jackie Clarke
www.multicultural-art.co.uk
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I was so pleased to hear you were awarded an OBE for the wonderful work you have been doing within the black community. Congratulations. This is well deserved. I wish you the very best in future endeavours. Best regards...

Anthony Onabanjo
www.peakcoaching.co.uk
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Congratulations on receiving the OBE. This is a much deserved acknowledgement of your contribution to the development of black people in this country over the last 30 years....

Dr Emerson Randall King Epiome
Epiome DNA Methylation Analytics
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I see huge ‘CONGRATULATIONS’ are in order!!! What absolutely wonderful news! I’m sooooo pleased for you. It’s very well-deserved....

Deana Bragoli
www.penrose.org.uk
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Firstly, I\'d like to congratulate you on your richly deserved OBE. Your name on the Honours list is a very proud moment for the Black Community in the UK...

Amanda Wrights '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
Mia, you are such a wonderful person. Your award is no surprise to some of us that have been following your track record....

Goselle Obed Nanjul '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
\"Hey Mia, now the secret of what a treasure you are will now be widespread, and justly so. Congratulations!\"...

Colin Grant '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
Well it just shows you girl that the many years in which you probably thought nobody is watching you was wrong - They were watching and it\'s well-deserved as you have contributed a lot to the community. I couldn\'t be happier for you...

Barbara Campbell '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
Congratulations!!! That is wonderful news Mia, I am really pleased for you....

Francesca Evers '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
\"Congratulations!!!!!! one of the well deserved.\"...

Greta Mendez '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
\"Fabtastic! I am incredibly pleased for you.\"...

David Bromfield '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
Congratulations Mia! Well deserved, I did see your name in the papers....

Jim Mungal '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
\"Congratulations are in order and well done Mia for all your contributions and hard work in an area of the Black Community much neglected and unappreciated! Its been an inspiration working along side you.\"...

Marie Bernard '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
Thanks and Praise is Due Sister Queen Mia, I am delighted that you have received a well reserved honour from the highest order of this society. You have worked long and hard, not only for yourself but also to further the aspirations and possibilities of the Black community. I know that you have d...

Makeda Coaston '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
\"Massive congrats Mia!\"...

Tony Nero '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
Dearest Mia, I just heard that you have been honoured with an OBE - I am so glad you got one, I think you so deserve it, congratulations and well done from the bottom of my heart, and thank you for supporting my children all this time!! love Ursula...

Ursula Barrett '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
Congratulations on your OBE awarded by Buckingham Palace. I also heard it on the radio....

Jervis Entertainment Media Ltd
www.jervismedia.com
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\"Way to go Mia - so richly deserved!!! Blessings, Joel :>))\"...

Joel Stewart '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
\"Mia - I\'ve sat watching your wonderfulness at many an event over the years. Well deserved and \'Congratulations\'\"...

Wendy Hue '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
Many congratulations on your Award. Magnificent!!! Well deserved Warm regards...

Maureen Salmon
www.freshwatersconsultancy.co.uk
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Hi Mia Congratulations. You have been fighting the fight and holding up that torch for many years for our communities. Thanks. This recognition is well deserved. Regards Andrea...

Andrea Encinas
www.britishgospelearts.com
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Well deserved, Mia...

Arthur Torrington '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
Well done, its great that all your hard work is being recognised! You must really proud. Mia Morris OBE...

Kelly Foster '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
Mia I would like to congratulate you on your OBE!! We must celebrate soon....

Marsha John
http://www.equalityworks.co.uk
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Hi Mia I’ve just heard the wonderful news about your OBE for services to Black heritage and to the South London community. Congratulations - a great honour and testament to your commitment – richly deserved! Kind regards...

Davinia Batley
www.bcaheritage.org.uk
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Well Done on being awarded the OBE Mia! After your years of hard work and commitment, which will no doubt continue. Best Wishes June...

June Givanni '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
Hi Mia, Some people are honoured after death when they are not able to realise how invaluable they were to their community. I am glad that you are honoured when you are living.!!! Heartiest congratulation and well deserved. At long last. Kind Regards, Marie & Tunde...

Marie Garrison '; pausecontent[cnti++]='
Mia, Congratulations on your OBE• It is a fitting recognition of youir many years of hard work and service to our community• You must be extremely happy• Well done•. Donna...

Donna Pieters
www.AmicusHorizon.org.uk
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A special congratulations has been extended to you on this magnificent achievement from Sharon A Afful Well done Mia J Detective Morris, OBE!...

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