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SUMMARY:Flash Dances - Performing Little Queer Tales
DESCRIPTION:We are Homo Promos Theatre Company and Gay Authors Workshop\, and we run creative writing classes for LGBTQ+ people. We’ve published a book\, Flash Dances\, which some of the authors will be reading from at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre. \nReaders include: \n\nStephanie Dickinson\nMargaretAnne Khoury\nAllan MacWilliam\nBoadicea Iceni the Cycling Poet\nAlaster Douglas\nTim Matthias\nCraig Binch\nPhilip Inglesant\nPeter Scott-Presland\n\nAccessibility \nOur full accessibility statement is here. \nCovid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling unwell including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough and chills. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid-19 please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre \nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/flash-dances-performing-little-queer-tales/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250724T200000
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SUMMARY:Vocal Freedom: Collective Voice Jam!
DESCRIPTION:What does it mean to embody sound? To be heard not just as one\, but within a collective? \nJoin My Blood is My Voice this summer\, in a three-part\, trans-led vocal healing space; exploring the alchemy of fortifying the voice through sounding with sonic embodiment\, improvising\, sharing and learning songs\, and vocal jamming. \nWe invite you to explore your voice as a tool of expression\, release\, and connection. Sounding is a method of exploring what the body needs to release tension and expressing this authentically through the voice. It doesn’t always mean musical sounds; we are focused on finding frequencies and vibrations which feel instinctive to make when we listen deeply. \nWe will also learn some songs together and explore different tonalities of our voice – to safely explore the range we want to inhabit vocally outside of gender binaries. \nThis work is not about perfection\, performance\, or pitch. It’s about sounding from the body\, from instinct\, from the parts of us that need to speak\, especially when words fail. \nTogether\, we will:  \n\nEngage in meditative work and deep listening\nExplore sounding and vocal improvisation\nLearn and share songs in communion\nUtilise the voice as a tool to release tension and discover our expressions\nMove gently to support vocal fluidity and embodiment\nReimagine the voice beyond binaries – and beyond fear\nExplore the potentialities within\n\nWho is it for? \nThese sessions are for anyone curious about their voice – no singing experience needed. This space is trans-led\, queer-centred\, and trauma-informed. All bodies and experiences are welcome. You can participate actively or just listen. Presence alone is powerful. \nCome as you are. Let your voice find you. Let us hold that voice together. \nEvery part of the experience is an invitation – never a demand. Our only ask\, is that attendees are mindful of who this space was created by and for – as we seek to cultivate the shared tenderness needed to be seen and held in vulnerability \nThis workshop will be held by tobi\, yuki and petals. \nAccessibility \nOur full accessibility statement is here. \nCovid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling unwell including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough and chills. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid-19 please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre \nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/vocal-freedom-collective-voice-jam/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts,Trans events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250703T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250703T200000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
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SUMMARY:Queer Diary: Zine-Making Evening
DESCRIPTION:Grab a pritt-stick and join the Queer Diary team for an evening of nostalgia\, crafting & chance to create your own personal Queer Teenage History Zine! \n\n\n\nDesign the teen mag you wish you’d read\nCollage your fantasy prom-night\nCreate a fanzine for your first crush\nWrite a letter to your younger self\nDraw a coming-of-age cartoon\n\nOr simply sit and doodle with a friendly queer crowd\, to a throwback soundtrack. \nBring your pals\, your date\, or come alone to meet some new friendly faces. \nAll crafting materials are provided by us:  \nPaper + pritt stick + scissors + felt-tips + gel pens + pencils + stencils  🖍 \n+ a load of old teen mags to cut up & re-cycle into your own queer-tastic zine ✂️✂️ \nWe also provide instruction (how to fold a basic zine) and zine-spiration in the form of some zines we’ve enjoyed\, and some we’ve made before\, along with a collaborative playlist\, where you can add your own fave throwback tracks from your teenage years. \nIf you wanna use your own life as inspiration\, we invite you to bring something you’ve kept from your past: a favourite object\, a picture\, a song\, or treasured memory* to use as inspiration on turning them into a Queer-tastic Zine (this is not required – just if you want to!) \n🎟 All tickets to this event are Pay What You Can – booking is essential and spaces are limited\, if you can no longer make it\, please let us know in advance so we can free up a place for somebody else. \nThis event is brought to you by the team behind Queer Diary (the night where LGBTQIA+ adults read their teenage diaries on stage). Find out more about us here: Instagram | TwXtter | Facebook | Linktree | TikTok \nIf you have any questions\, concerns\, or access needs you’d like us to know about\, please email Beth & Josie at: hello@queerdiary.org.uk (we often miss messages sent through Outsavvy). \nQueer Diary Zine-making sessions at the LGBTQ+ Community Centre are supported by funding from Southwark Council. \n*Non-treasured memories also welcome! Teenage troubles\, angst & cringe are all part of life.  Please look after yourself & consider others if choosing to explore or share anything difficult or sensitive.  \nLocation and access: \n\nThe LGBTQ+ Community Centre is in Central London\, near the Tate Modern. The nearest stations are Blackfriars\, Waterloo\, London Bridge\, and Southwark tube.\nLGBTQ+ Community Centre has a quiet room with weighted blankets and sensory toys.\nLGBTQ+ Community Centre cafe serves non-alcoholic drinks only\, with Pay What You Can options available.\nThere is blue badge parking a few metres from the entrance.\nThe venue is step-free\, and entirely on the ground floor with a wide entrance and a lowered counter in the cafe. However\, the toilet is not wheelchair accessible. The Centre has an agreement with several nearby venues (less than 2 min away) that guests can use accessible toilets at Blackfriars Station\, Starbucks\, and the Founders Arms\, and staff can provide an escorting service for anyone using these.\nDogs are welcome.\nThe LGBTQ+ Community Centre is a shared community space. During our session there may be other visitors using the centre\, or other activities going on – you’ll find us by the Queer Diary signs & table of craft materials.\n\nFull information about access at the LGBTQ+ Community Centre is on their website\, and we recommend contacting the Centre directly if you have any specific questions about physical access to the building. \nCovid safety: \nEvent organisers are fully vaccinated and use lateral flow testing regularly. \nWe also welcome the wearing of masks. \nDo not attend this event if you have either Covid symptoms or a positive test result. \nInclusivity and community safety: \nPlease note this event is themed around memories of teenage years gone by\, and is aimed at adult audiences. \nThis is an-LGBTQIA+ centred space. As hosts of this workshop\, we will not assume your gender or sexuality\, or apply gendered pronouns or honourifics (until we learn which ones you use). To make sure everyone feels welcome in this space\, we ask attendees to do the same. \nToilet signage will be gender-neutral. \nDiscriminatory language or behaviour will not be tolerated (including – but not limited to – transphobia\, biphobia\, homophobia\, sexism\, racism\, xenophobia\, classism\, ableism\, fatphobia). \nIf anyone makes you feel uncomfortable in the space\, please tell the event organisers. \nWe may take a few photos at this event\, to publicise future workshops like this – if you’d prefer not to be in photos\, or want to be anonymised in any pictures we publish on our social media\, etc\, please let us know\, we want to make sure we respect your privacy.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/queer-diary-zine-making-evening-southwark/2025-07-03/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250627T213000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
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SUMMARY:Tate Modern Lates
DESCRIPTION:Tate Modern Lates is back on Friday 27 June\, celebrating the visionary Leigh Bowery.\nThey have a line-up of LGBTQ+ events\, including a Craft Club led by our Centre Assistant Izzy MacCallum. \nWorkshop: Craft Club with London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\nBlavatnik Building\, Level 2\n18.00–21.30 \nGet crafty with the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, an intersectional community centre based in Bankside. Take part in collaborative games inspired by club culture and make your own Bowery fashion collage. \nNo tickets are required – just pop down to the Tate Modern!
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/tate-modern-lates/
LOCATION:Tate Modern\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9TG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250622T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250622T123000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20250609T123317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T123552Z
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SUMMARY:Fat Liberation Book Club: Bookmark Crafting
DESCRIPTION:This month\, to give our fellow readers a well deserved break\, we are switching it up for Book Club! \nJoin Fat Lib London and Fat Club Brighton for a Bookmark Crafting Session\, where we will spend our time together making some fun fat-inspired bookmarks! Whether you’re a passionate crafter or just looking to try something new\, everyone is welcome. \nJoin online or in person at the London LGBTQ+ Centre (if you’re coming along in person\, some crafting supplies will be provided by the centre but please do bring along your own too) \nWe can’t wait to craft together! \nZoom link will be emailed to all attendees ahead of the event. \nAccessibility \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid-19 safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 symptoms including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough and chills. \nMasks and hand sanitiser are available free of charge. \nFor current information on Covid please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre\nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/fat-liberation-book-club-bookmark-crafting/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts,Books
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250615T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250615T193000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20250609T094949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T121947Z
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SUMMARY:Queer Global Mixer: LGBTQ+ Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Queer Global for a free storytelling workshop celebrating the heritage of LGBTQ+ people of colour and migrants. \nStorytelling has always been a lifeline for queer communities to express\, and survive. But too often\, the voices at the intersection of those identities are pushed to the margins. \nIn this workshop\, we’ll centre those stories — yours. Whether you’re writing for the first time or picking it back up\, you’re invited into a creative and supportive space to explore your voice. \nYou might write a spoken word piece\, a short story\, a letter\, or a poem. You’ll have time to reflect\, write\, and share (only if you want to) with others in the room. All materials are provided — just bring yourself. \n\nWorkshop led by Ibukun Olumoroti\nOrganised by Queer Global\, this event creates space for participants with pride and power\nFree to attend\n No writing experience needed\nOpen to LGBTQ+ Global majority which includes people of colour\, migrants\, asylum seekers and refugees\n\nThis event is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund\, with thanks to National Lottery players. \nAccessibility \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid safety at the Centre \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 symptoms including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough and chills. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre \nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/9641/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts,BPOC events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250605T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250605T200000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20241217T142851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T142946Z
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SUMMARY:Queer Diary: Zine-Making Evening
DESCRIPTION:Grab a pritt-stick and join the Queer Diary team for an evening of nostalgia\, crafting & chance to create your own personal Queer Teenage History Zine! \n\n\n\nDesign the teen mag you wish you’d read\nCollage your fantasy prom-night\nCreate a fanzine for your first crush\nWrite a letter to your younger self\nDraw a coming-of-age cartoon\n\nOr simply sit and doodle with a friendly queer crowd\, to a throwback soundtrack. \nBring your pals\, your date\, or come alone to meet some new friendly faces. \nAll crafting materials are provided by us:  \nPaper + pritt stick + scissors + felt-tips + gel pens + pencils + stencils  🖍 \n+ a load of old teen mags to cut up & re-cycle into your own queer-tastic zine ✂️✂️ \nWe also provide instruction (how to fold a basic zine) and zine-spiration in the form of some zines we’ve enjoyed\, and some we’ve made before\, along with a collaborative playlist\, where you can add your own fave throwback tracks from your teenage years. \nIf you wanna use your own life as inspiration\, we invite you to bring something you’ve kept from your past: a favourite object\, a picture\, a song\, or treasured memory* to use as inspiration on turning them into a Queer-tastic Zine (this is not required – just if you want to!) \n🎟 All tickets to this event are Pay What You Can – booking is essential and spaces are limited\, if you can no longer make it\, please let us know in advance so we can free up a place for somebody else. \nThis event is brought to you by the team behind Queer Diary (the night where LGBTQIA+ adults read their teenage diaries on stage). Find out more about us here: Instagram | TwXtter | Facebook | Linktree | TikTok \nIf you have any questions\, concerns\, or access needs you’d like us to know about\, please email Beth & Josie at: hello@queerdiary.org.uk (we often miss messages sent through Outsavvy). \nQueer Diary Zine-making sessions at the LGBTQ+ Community Centre are supported by funding from Southwark Council. \n*Non-treasured memories also welcome! Teenage troubles\, angst & cringe are all part of life.  Please look after yourself & consider others if choosing to explore or share anything difficult or sensitive.  \nLocation and access: \n\nThe LGBTQ+ Community Centre is in Central London\, near the Tate Modern. The nearest stations are Blackfriars\, Waterloo\, London Bridge\, and Southwark tube.\nLGBTQ+ Community Centre has a quiet room with weighted blankets and sensory toys.\nLGBTQ+ Community Centre cafe serves non-alcoholic drinks only\, with Pay What You Can options available.\nThere is blue badge parking a few metres from the entrance.\nThe venue is step-free\, and entirely on the ground floor with a wide entrance and a lowered counter in the cafe. However\, the toilet is not wheelchair accessible. The Centre has an agreement with several nearby venues (less than 2 min away) that guests can use accessible toilets at Blackfriars Station\, Starbucks\, and the Founders Arms\, and staff can provide an escorting service for anyone using these.\nDogs are welcome.\nThe LGBTQ+ Community Centre is a shared community space. During our session there may be other visitors using the centre\, or other activities going on – you’ll find us by the Queer Diary signs & table of craft materials.\n\nFull information about access at the LGBTQ+ Community Centre is on their website\, and we recommend contacting the Centre directly if you have any specific questions about physical access to the building. \nCovid safety: \nEvent organisers are fully vaccinated and use lateral flow testing regularly. \nWe also welcome the wearing of masks. \nDo not attend this event if you have either Covid symptoms or a positive test result. \nInclusivity and community safety: \nPlease note this event is themed around memories of teenage years gone by\, and is aimed at adult audiences. \nThis is an-LGBTQIA+ centred space. As hosts of this workshop\, we will not assume your gender or sexuality\, or apply gendered pronouns or honourifics (until we learn which ones you use). To make sure everyone feels welcome in this space\, we ask attendees to do the same. \nToilet signage will be gender-neutral. \nDiscriminatory language or behaviour will not be tolerated (including – but not limited to – transphobia\, biphobia\, homophobia\, sexism\, racism\, xenophobia\, classism\, ableism\, fatphobia). \nIf anyone makes you feel uncomfortable in the space\, please tell the event organisers. \nWe may take a few photos at this event\, to publicise future workshops like this – if you’d prefer not to be in photos\, or want to be anonymised in any pictures we publish on our social media\, etc\, please let us know\, we want to make sure we respect your privacy.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/queer-diary-zine-making-evening-southwark/2025-06-05/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250529T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250529T200000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20250529T162328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T162328Z
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SUMMARY:Fortifying Vocal Freedom: Sounding and Collective Voice
DESCRIPTION:What does it mean to embody sound? To be heard not just as one\, but within a collective? \nJoin My Blood is My Voice this summer\, in a three-part\, trans-led vocal healing space; exploring the alchemy of fortifying the voice through sounding with sonic embodiment\, improvising\, sharing and learning songs\, and vocal jamming.   \nWe invite you to explore your voice as a tool of expression\, release\, and connection. Sounding is a method of exploring what the body needs to release tension and expressing this authentically through the voice. It doesn’t always mean musical sounds; we are focused on finding frequencies and vibrations which feel instinctive to make when we listen deeply. \nWe will also learn some songs together and explore different tonalities of our voice – to safely explore the range we want to inhabit vocally outside of gender binaries. \nThis work is not about perfection\, performance\, or pitch. It’s about sounding from the body\, from instinct\, from the parts of us that need to speak\, especially when words fail. \n Together\, we will: \n\nEngage in meditative work and deep listening\nExplore sounding and vocal improvisation\nLearn and share songs in communion\nUtilise the voice as a tool to release tension and discover our expressions\nMove gently to support vocal fluidity and embodiment\nReimagine the voice beyond binaries –  and beyond fear\nExplore the potentialities within fortifying the voice as a way to connect to ourselves and the collective\n\nWho is it for? \nThese sessions are for anyone curious about their voice – no singing experience needed. \nThis space is trans-led\, queer-centred\, and trauma-informed. All bodies and experiences are welcome. You can participate actively or just listen. Presence alone is powerful. Come as you are. Let your voice find you. Let us hold that voice together. \nEvery part of the experience is an invitation – never a demand. \nOur only ask\, is that attendees are mindful of who this space was created by and for – as we seek to cultivate the shared tenderness needed to be seen and held in vulnerability \nAccessibility at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the centre if they are feeling symptoms including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough\, chills and unusual spots\, scabs or ulcers. \nMasks and hand sanitiser are available for use free of charge. All yoga mats are cleaned between sessions. \nFor current information on Covid please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre \nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/fortifying-vocal-freedom-sounding-and-collective-voice/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250525T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250525T200000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20250505T114808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T114808Z
UID:10002250-1748196000-1748203200@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:Hausing Crisis: Open Mic Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:A writing workshop and open mic fundraiser for LGBTIQ+ Outside.  \nFacilitator Harry Cousland will take you through writing queer characters with the themes of community and family. \nThis workshop will be followed by an open mic opportunity for those who wish to share any written work from the session or what they have brought along. \nAccessibility \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling unwell including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough and chills. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid-19 please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre \nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/hausing-crisis-open-mic-fundraiser/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250524T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250524T200000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20250513T140205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T140205Z
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SUMMARY:Sign and Banner Making with London Dyke March
DESCRIPTION:Join the London Dyke March team in making banners and signs for the London Dyke March 2025. \nWe are focusing on sustainability\, trying our best to reuse and repurpose materials for sign-making purposes. \nSupplies will be provided\, but feel free to being your own materials – especially if you have a box lying around that is just waiting to be painted with dykey things! \nAccessibility \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid safety at the Centre \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 symptoms including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough and chills. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre \nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/sign-and-banner-making-with-london-dyke-march/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts,Fundraiser
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250519T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250519T200000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20250514T131441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T131441Z
UID:10001984-1747677600-1747684800@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:Life Drawing the Queer Body
DESCRIPTION:Home Studio invites members of the queer and trans Global Majority community to learn life drawing with nude models taught by Maya Vivas. \nThis event is created for people who are part of both communities: Black or Global Majority and queer or trans. Thank you for respecting this intentional space. \nWithin a small intimate group\, artists will be able to learn new techniques of drawing or practice what they already know with the intention of fostering relationships with fellow artists over the course of five classes throughout the year. \nMaya Vivas is a multidisciplinary artist working in a variety of mediums such as ceramic\, performance\, painting\, social practice and installation. Maya has exhibited work\, spoken on panels and hosted workshops at Portland Institute for Contemporary Art\, The National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts\, Louisiana State University and Yale. Vivas is also co-founder of Ori Gallery. Whose mission is to redefine “the white cube” through amplifying the voices of Queer and Trans Artists of color\, community organizing and mobilization through the arts. \nIn the beginning we will have an introduction of each other and the Home Studio project. We will each share what drew us to gather around life drawing and then Maya will spend 10-15 mins explaining their technique. The class will then begin to draw in 20 minute intervals of live posing with 5 minute breaks in between. At the end there will be an opportunity to share and receive feedback. \n\nNo printouts needed\nNo handouts needed aside from materials\nThere are moments to socialise between intervals\, moments to observe others work.\nNo groups will be assigned.\nWe do not have access to a BSL interpreter but there is an app we can use\n\nAccessibility \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 symptoms including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough\, and chills. \nFor current information on Covid please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre \nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/life-drawing-the-queer-body-2-2/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts,BPOC events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250518T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250518T190000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20250513T141541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T141626Z
UID:10002264-1747589400-1747594800@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:Queer Stories\, Queer Legacies: Social Mixer and Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Queer Global for a QTIPOC social mixer and storytelling workshop at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre! \nAs part of our heritage project\, this special event features interactive icebreakers at the intersection of queerness\, history\, and identity. Together\, we’ll delve into the ways our pasts—both personal and collective—shape who we are today. \nWhat to expect: \n5:30pm – Doors open – settle in and grab a refreshment \n5:45pm – Welcome and introduction – learn more about the Queer Global Heritage Project \n6:00pm – Fun and interactive mixer \n6:30pm – Creative workshop – reflect on your journey by writing a letter to your younger self or another young queer person \n7:00pm – Event concludes – with time to connect informally afterward \nWhy attend? \n•⁠ ⁠Participate in a meaningful creative writing activity\, with the opportunity to contribute your letter to a public exhibition at Chiswick House and Gardens \n•⁠ ⁠Be part of a wider heritage initiative amplifying QTIPOC stories through interviews\, media\, and exhibition \n•⁠ ⁠Meet like-minded individuals and build community \nAdditional details: \n•⁠ ⁠Free to attend; booking required \n•⁠ ⁠Books available for purchase (including signed copies) \n•⁠ ⁠Letters created during the workshop can be featured in our project exhibition and documentary (with consent) \n•⁠ ⁠Refreshments available at the venue \nThis event is made possible by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Special thanks to London LGBTQ+ Community Centre. \nAccessibility \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid safety at the Centre \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 symptoms including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough and chills. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre \nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/queer-legacies-social-mixer-and-storytelling/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts,BPOC events,Meetups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250511T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250511T193000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20250421T124655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T124655Z
UID:10002235-1746981000-1746991800@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:The Werkroom: Creative Writing Workshop with Nkenna Akunna (Dope Black Queers)
DESCRIPTION:Join Dope Black Queers for The Werkroom\, a series of workshops facilitated by a member of the community who’ll lead you in nurturing your skills and talents. \nDope Black Queers is an space for and by the Black LGBTQIA+ community\, to provide grounding\, connection\, and to feel seen & heard. \nThe Werkroom is a series of workshop in collaboration with a guest facilitator who will lead us in the exploration of our skills and talents. \nCome meet new people\, build a community\, and dedicate yourself to nurturing you. We are incredibly excited to welcome Nkenna Akunna to lead us in a Creative Writing workshop\, exploring Grief and Mourning Tradition. \nNkenna Akunna (she/they) is an Igbo playwright\, performer and lecturer from London whose work primarily explores friendship\, time\, labour\, and power. Her debut play cheeky little brown opened at Bristol Old Vic to critical acclaim. They are also Editor at Large at Skin Deep Media\, a collective that makes space for Black creatives and creatives of colour through cultural production. \nThis event is exclusively for the Black LGBTQIA+ community! (Allies are welcome to donate to help continue our work.) \nComplimentary snacks will be provided. Affordable hot and soft drinks are available for purchase on-site. \nAccessibility \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling unwell including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough and chills. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid-19 please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre \nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/creative-writing-with-nkenna-akunna/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts,BPOC events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250501T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250501T200000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20241217T142851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T142946Z
UID:10001588-1746122400-1746129600@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:Queer Diary: Zine-Making Evening
DESCRIPTION:Grab a pritt-stick and join the Queer Diary team for an evening of nostalgia\, crafting & chance to create your own personal Queer Teenage History Zine! \n\n\n\nDesign the teen mag you wish you’d read\nCollage your fantasy prom-night\nCreate a fanzine for your first crush\nWrite a letter to your younger self\nDraw a coming-of-age cartoon\n\nOr simply sit and doodle with a friendly queer crowd\, to a throwback soundtrack. \nBring your pals\, your date\, or come alone to meet some new friendly faces. \nAll crafting materials are provided by us:  \nPaper + pritt stick + scissors + felt-tips + gel pens + pencils + stencils  🖍 \n+ a load of old teen mags to cut up & re-cycle into your own queer-tastic zine ✂️✂️ \nWe also provide instruction (how to fold a basic zine) and zine-spiration in the form of some zines we’ve enjoyed\, and some we’ve made before\, along with a collaborative playlist\, where you can add your own fave throwback tracks from your teenage years. \nIf you wanna use your own life as inspiration\, we invite you to bring something you’ve kept from your past: a favourite object\, a picture\, a song\, or treasured memory* to use as inspiration on turning them into a Queer-tastic Zine (this is not required – just if you want to!) \n🎟 All tickets to this event are Pay What You Can – booking is essential and spaces are limited\, if you can no longer make it\, please let us know in advance so we can free up a place for somebody else. \nThis event is brought to you by the team behind Queer Diary (the night where LGBTQIA+ adults read their teenage diaries on stage). Find out more about us here: Instagram | TwXtter | Facebook | Linktree | TikTok \nIf you have any questions\, concerns\, or access needs you’d like us to know about\, please email Beth & Josie at: hello@queerdiary.org.uk (we often miss messages sent through Outsavvy). \nQueer Diary Zine-making sessions at the LGBTQ+ Community Centre are supported by funding from Southwark Council. \n*Non-treasured memories also welcome! Teenage troubles\, angst & cringe are all part of life.  Please look after yourself & consider others if choosing to explore or share anything difficult or sensitive.  \nLocation and access: \n\nThe LGBTQ+ Community Centre is in Central London\, near the Tate Modern. The nearest stations are Blackfriars\, Waterloo\, London Bridge\, and Southwark tube.\nLGBTQ+ Community Centre has a quiet room with weighted blankets and sensory toys.\nLGBTQ+ Community Centre cafe serves non-alcoholic drinks only\, with Pay What You Can options available.\nThere is blue badge parking a few metres from the entrance.\nThe venue is step-free\, and entirely on the ground floor with a wide entrance and a lowered counter in the cafe. However\, the toilet is not wheelchair accessible. The Centre has an agreement with several nearby venues (less than 2 min away) that guests can use accessible toilets at Blackfriars Station\, Starbucks\, and the Founders Arms\, and staff can provide an escorting service for anyone using these.\nDogs are welcome.\nThe LGBTQ+ Community Centre is a shared community space. During our session there may be other visitors using the centre\, or other activities going on – you’ll find us by the Queer Diary signs & table of craft materials.\n\nFull information about access at the LGBTQ+ Community Centre is on their website\, and we recommend contacting the Centre directly if you have any specific questions about physical access to the building. \nCovid safety: \nEvent organisers are fully vaccinated and use lateral flow testing regularly. \nWe also welcome the wearing of masks. \nDo not attend this event if you have either Covid symptoms or a positive test result. \nInclusivity and community safety: \nPlease note this event is themed around memories of teenage years gone by\, and is aimed at adult audiences. \nThis is an-LGBTQIA+ centred space. As hosts of this workshop\, we will not assume your gender or sexuality\, or apply gendered pronouns or honourifics (until we learn which ones you use). To make sure everyone feels welcome in this space\, we ask attendees to do the same. \nToilet signage will be gender-neutral. \nDiscriminatory language or behaviour will not be tolerated (including – but not limited to – transphobia\, biphobia\, homophobia\, sexism\, racism\, xenophobia\, classism\, ableism\, fatphobia). \nIf anyone makes you feel uncomfortable in the space\, please tell the event organisers. \nWe may take a few photos at this event\, to publicise future workshops like this – if you’d prefer not to be in photos\, or want to be anonymised in any pictures we publish on our social media\, etc\, please let us know\, we want to make sure we respect your privacy.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/queer-diary-zine-making-evening-southwark/2025-05-01/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250426T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250426T170000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20250421T122156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T122156Z
UID:10002232-1745676000-1745686800@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:Craft and Chill
DESCRIPTION:Join Societe Noir for a relaxing afternoon of creativity and community designed for POC LGBTQ+ individuals. \nWhether you’re a seasoned artist\, crafter or just looking to unwind\, this event is the perfect opportunity to meet new people and get your craft on and maybe learn something new. It’s your space to paint\, knit\, crochet\, or work on any craft project of your choice! \nBring your own projects or unfinished painting\, knitting or crochet to work on in calm and inclusive space where you can unwind and let your creativity flow while meeting other POC LGBTQ+ individuals to share ideas and build connections. \nAccessibility \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling unwell including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough and chills. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid-19 please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre \nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/craft-and-chill/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts,BPOC events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250403T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250403T200000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20241217T142851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T142946Z
UID:10001587-1743703200-1743710400@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:Queer Diary: Zine-Making Evening
DESCRIPTION:Grab a pritt-stick and join the Queer Diary team for an evening of nostalgia\, crafting & chance to create your own personal Queer Teenage History Zine! \n\n\n\nDesign the teen mag you wish you’d read\nCollage your fantasy prom-night\nCreate a fanzine for your first crush\nWrite a letter to your younger self\nDraw a coming-of-age cartoon\n\nOr simply sit and doodle with a friendly queer crowd\, to a throwback soundtrack. \nBring your pals\, your date\, or come alone to meet some new friendly faces. \nAll crafting materials are provided by us:  \nPaper + pritt stick + scissors + felt-tips + gel pens + pencils + stencils  🖍 \n+ a load of old teen mags to cut up & re-cycle into your own queer-tastic zine ✂️✂️ \nWe also provide instruction (how to fold a basic zine) and zine-spiration in the form of some zines we’ve enjoyed\, and some we’ve made before\, along with a collaborative playlist\, where you can add your own fave throwback tracks from your teenage years. \nIf you wanna use your own life as inspiration\, we invite you to bring something you’ve kept from your past: a favourite object\, a picture\, a song\, or treasured memory* to use as inspiration on turning them into a Queer-tastic Zine (this is not required – just if you want to!) \n🎟 All tickets to this event are Pay What You Can – booking is essential and spaces are limited\, if you can no longer make it\, please let us know in advance so we can free up a place for somebody else. \nThis event is brought to you by the team behind Queer Diary (the night where LGBTQIA+ adults read their teenage diaries on stage). Find out more about us here: Instagram | TwXtter | Facebook | Linktree | TikTok \nIf you have any questions\, concerns\, or access needs you’d like us to know about\, please email Beth & Josie at: hello@queerdiary.org.uk (we often miss messages sent through Outsavvy). \nQueer Diary Zine-making sessions at the LGBTQ+ Community Centre are supported by funding from Southwark Council. \n*Non-treasured memories also welcome! Teenage troubles\, angst & cringe are all part of life.  Please look after yourself & consider others if choosing to explore or share anything difficult or sensitive.  \nLocation and access: \n\nThe LGBTQ+ Community Centre is in Central London\, near the Tate Modern. The nearest stations are Blackfriars\, Waterloo\, London Bridge\, and Southwark tube.\nLGBTQ+ Community Centre has a quiet room with weighted blankets and sensory toys.\nLGBTQ+ Community Centre cafe serves non-alcoholic drinks only\, with Pay What You Can options available.\nThere is blue badge parking a few metres from the entrance.\nThe venue is step-free\, and entirely on the ground floor with a wide entrance and a lowered counter in the cafe. However\, the toilet is not wheelchair accessible. The Centre has an agreement with several nearby venues (less than 2 min away) that guests can use accessible toilets at Blackfriars Station\, Starbucks\, and the Founders Arms\, and staff can provide an escorting service for anyone using these.\nDogs are welcome.\nThe LGBTQ+ Community Centre is a shared community space. During our session there may be other visitors using the centre\, or other activities going on – you’ll find us by the Queer Diary signs & table of craft materials.\n\nFull information about access at the LGBTQ+ Community Centre is on their website\, and we recommend contacting the Centre directly if you have any specific questions about physical access to the building. \nCovid safety: \nEvent organisers are fully vaccinated and use lateral flow testing regularly. \nWe also welcome the wearing of masks. \nDo not attend this event if you have either Covid symptoms or a positive test result. \nInclusivity and community safety: \nPlease note this event is themed around memories of teenage years gone by\, and is aimed at adult audiences. \nThis is an-LGBTQIA+ centred space. As hosts of this workshop\, we will not assume your gender or sexuality\, or apply gendered pronouns or honourifics (until we learn which ones you use). To make sure everyone feels welcome in this space\, we ask attendees to do the same. \nToilet signage will be gender-neutral. \nDiscriminatory language or behaviour will not be tolerated (including – but not limited to – transphobia\, biphobia\, homophobia\, sexism\, racism\, xenophobia\, classism\, ableism\, fatphobia). \nIf anyone makes you feel uncomfortable in the space\, please tell the event organisers. \nWe may take a few photos at this event\, to publicise future workshops like this – if you’d prefer not to be in photos\, or want to be anonymised in any pictures we publish on our social media\, etc\, please let us know\, we want to make sure we respect your privacy.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/queer-diary-zine-making-evening-southwark/2025-04-03/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250306T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250306T200000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20241217T143041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T122923Z
UID:10001586-1741284000-1741291200@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:Queer Diary: Zine-Making Evening
DESCRIPTION:Grab a pritt-stick and join the Queer Diary team for an evening of nostalgia\, crafting & chance to create your own personal Queer Teenage History Zine! \n\n\n\nDesign the teen mag you wish you’d read\nCollage your fantasy prom-night\nCreate a fanzine for your first crush\nWrite a letter to your younger self\nDraw a coming-of-age cartoon\n\nOr simply sit and doodle with a friendly queer crowd\, to a throwback soundtrack. \nBring your pals\, your date\, or come alone to meet some new friendly faces. \nAll crafting materials are provided by us:  \nPaper + pritt stick + scissors + felt-tips + gel pens + pencils + stencils  🖍 \n+ a load of old teen mags to cut up & re-cycle into your own queer-tastic zine ✂️✂️ \nWe also provide instruction (how to fold a basic zine) and zine-spiration in the form of some zines we’ve enjoyed\, and some we’ve made before\, along with a collaborative playlist\, where you can add your own fave throwback tracks from your teenage years. \nIf you wanna use your own life as inspiration\, we invite you to bring something you’ve kept from your past: a favourite object\, a picture\, a song\, or treasured memory* to use as inspiration on turning them into a Queer-tastic Zine (this is not required – just if you want to!) \n🎟 All tickets to this event are Pay What You Can – booking is essential and spaces are limited\, if you can no longer make it\, please let us know in advance so we can free up a place for somebody else. \nThis event is brought to you by the team behind Queer Diary (the night where LGBTQIA+ adults read their teenage diaries on stage). Find out more about us here: Instagram | TwXtter | Facebook | Linktree | TikTok \nIf you have any questions\, concerns\, or access needs you’d like us to know about\, please email Beth & Josie at: hello@queerdiary.org.uk (we often miss messages sent through Outsavvy). \nQueer Diary Zine-making sessions at the LGBTQ+ Community Centre are supported by funding from Southwark Council. \n*Non-treasured memories also welcome! Teenage troubles\, angst & cringe are all part of life.  Please look after yourself & consider others if choosing to explore or share anything difficult or sensitive.  \nLocation and access: \n\nThe LGBTQ+ Community Centre is in Central London\, near the Tate Modern. The nearest stations are Blackfriars\, Waterloo\, London Bridge\, and Southwark tube.\nLGBTQ+ Community Centre has a quiet room with weighted blankets and sensory toys.\nLGBTQ+ Community Centre cafe serves non-alcoholic drinks only\, with Pay What You Can options available.\nThere is blue badge parking a few metres from the entrance.\nThe venue is step-free\, and entirely on the ground floor with a wide entrance and a lowered counter in the cafe. However\, the toilet is not wheelchair accessible. The Centre has an agreement with several nearby venues (less than 2 min away) that guests can use accessible toilets at Blackfriars Station\, Starbucks\, and the Founders Arms\, and staff can provide an escorting service for anyone using these.\nDogs are welcome.\nThe LGBTQ+ Community Centre is a shared community space. During our session there may be other visitors using the centre\, or other activities going on – you’ll find us by the Queer Diary signs & table of craft materials.\n\nFull information about access at the LGBTQ+ Community Centre is on their website\, and we recommend contacting the Centre directly if you have any specific questions about physical access to the building. \nCovid safety: \nEvent organisers are fully vaccinated and use lateral flow testing regularly. \nWe also welcome the wearing of masks. \nDo not attend this event if you have either Covid symptoms or a positive test result. \nInclusivity and community safety: \nPlease note this event is themed around memories of teenage years gone by\, and is aimed at adult audiences. \nThis is an-LGBTQIA+ centred space. As hosts of this workshop\, we will not assume your gender or sexuality\, or apply gendered pronouns or honourifics (until we learn which ones you use). To make sure everyone feels welcome in this space\, we ask attendees to do the same. \nToilet signage will be gender-neutral. \nDiscriminatory language or behaviour will not be tolerated (including – but not limited to – transphobia\, biphobia\, homophobia\, sexism\, racism\, xenophobia\, classism\, ableism\, fatphobia). \nIf anyone makes you feel uncomfortable in the space\, please tell the event organisers. \nWe may take a few photos at this event\, to publicise future workshops like this – if you’d prefer not to be in photos\, or want to be anonymised in any pictures we publish on our social media\, etc\, please let us know\, we want to make sure we respect your privacy.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/queer-diary-zine-making-evening-southwark-2/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250225T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250225T200000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20250128T135537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T135605Z
UID:10001983-1740506400-1740513600@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:Life Drawing the Queer Body
DESCRIPTION:Home Studio invites members of the queer and trans Global Majority community to learn life drawing with nude models taught by Maya Vivas. \nThis event is created for people who are part of both communities: Black or Global Majority and queer or trans. Thank you for respecting this intentional space. \nWithin a small intimate group\, artists will be able to learn new techniques of drawing or practice what they already know with the intention of fostering relationships with fellow artists over the course of five classes throughout the year. \nMaya Vivas is a multidisciplinary artist working in a variety of mediums such as ceramic\, performance\, painting\, social practice and installation. Maya has exhibited work\, spoken on panels and hosted workshops at Portland Institute for Contemporary Art\, The National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts\, Louisiana State University and Yale. Vivas is also co-founder of Ori Gallery. Whose mission is to redefine “the white cube” through amplifying the voices of Queer and Trans Artists of color\, community organizing and mobilization through the arts. \nIn the beginning we will have an introduction of each other and the Home Studio project. We will each share what drew us to gather around life drawing and then Maya will spend 10-15 mins explaining their technique. The class will then begin to draw in 20 minute intervals of live posing with 5 minute breaks in between. At the end there will be an opportunity to share and receive feedback. \n\nNo printouts needed\nNo handouts needed aside from materials\nThere are moments to socialise between intervals\, moments to observe others work.\nNo groups will be assigned.\nWe do not have access to a BSL interpreter but there is an app we can use\n\nAccessibility \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 symptoms including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough\, and chills. \nFor current information on Covid please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre \nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/life-drawing-the-queer-body-2/2025-02-25/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts,BPOC events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250222T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250222T163000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20250128T115927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T115927Z
UID:10001982-1740229200-1740241800@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:Black and Brown Neurodivergent Sapphic Paint and Sip (Lesbian Social)
DESCRIPTION:The lesbian sip and paint for POC neurodivergent folk. Come down to keke\, paint and make a mate or even a date! \nThis event is for people over 18. \nCalling all Black and brown lesbians\, sapphics and those who identify with these terms\, we’re meeting up this February to paint\, make new mates and\, if you like\, maybe even a date! \nCome together to paint\, sip on drinks\, and enjoy each other’s company in a safe\, welcoming and wholesome space with ample icebreakers! \nFrom the moment attendees arrive they will be welcomed by our friendly volunteers who we refer to as our welcome angels\, who welcome them in and encourage them to have something to eat from our refreshments table or section and offer them a drink. The food and drinks will be managed by one to two of our adult volunteers at all times. \nThey then can enjoy sitting at a table with a canvas on an easel and easy to clean acrylic paints with the below itinerary of fun social icebreaker games\, painting a wholesome and rewarding challenge and mingling with fellow POC neurodivergent queer people. \nFor the most part attendees will be seated\, and breaks will be scheduled into the event. \n\nFood served\nNon-alcoholic drinks will also be served\n\nPlease email Akua at admin@neuronoir.net for any allergy or accessibility adjustments needed for the event. \nAccessibility \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 symptoms including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough\, and chills. \nFor current information on Covid please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre \nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/black-and-brown-neurodivergent-sapphic-paint-and-sip-lesbian-social/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts,BPOC events,Meetups,Neurodivergent events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250206T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250206T200000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20241217T142851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T142946Z
UID:10001585-1738864800-1738872000@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:Queer Diary: Zine-Making Evening
DESCRIPTION:Grab a pritt-stick and join the Queer Diary team for an evening of nostalgia\, crafting & chance to create your own personal Queer Teenage History Zine! \n\n\n\nDesign the teen mag you wish you’d read\nCollage your fantasy prom-night\nCreate a fanzine for your first crush\nWrite a letter to your younger self\nDraw a coming-of-age cartoon\n\nOr simply sit and doodle with a friendly queer crowd\, to a throwback soundtrack. \nBring your pals\, your date\, or come alone to meet some new friendly faces. \nAll crafting materials are provided by us:  \nPaper + pritt stick + scissors + felt-tips + gel pens + pencils + stencils  🖍 \n+ a load of old teen mags to cut up & re-cycle into your own queer-tastic zine ✂️✂️ \nWe also provide instruction (how to fold a basic zine) and zine-spiration in the form of some zines we’ve enjoyed\, and some we’ve made before\, along with a collaborative playlist\, where you can add your own fave throwback tracks from your teenage years. \nIf you wanna use your own life as inspiration\, we invite you to bring something you’ve kept from your past: a favourite object\, a picture\, a song\, or treasured memory* to use as inspiration on turning them into a Queer-tastic Zine (this is not required – just if you want to!) \n🎟 All tickets to this event are Pay What You Can – booking is essential and spaces are limited\, if you can no longer make it\, please let us know in advance so we can free up a place for somebody else. \nThis event is brought to you by the team behind Queer Diary (the night where LGBTQIA+ adults read their teenage diaries on stage). Find out more about us here: Instagram | TwXtter | Facebook | Linktree | TikTok \nIf you have any questions\, concerns\, or access needs you’d like us to know about\, please email Beth & Josie at: hello@queerdiary.org.uk (we often miss messages sent through Outsavvy). \nQueer Diary Zine-making sessions at the LGBTQ+ Community Centre are supported by funding from Southwark Council. \n*Non-treasured memories also welcome! Teenage troubles\, angst & cringe are all part of life.  Please look after yourself & consider others if choosing to explore or share anything difficult or sensitive.  \nLocation and access: \n\nThe LGBTQ+ Community Centre is in Central London\, near the Tate Modern. The nearest stations are Blackfriars\, Waterloo\, London Bridge\, and Southwark tube.\nLGBTQ+ Community Centre has a quiet room with weighted blankets and sensory toys.\nLGBTQ+ Community Centre cafe serves non-alcoholic drinks only\, with Pay What You Can options available.\nThere is blue badge parking a few metres from the entrance.\nThe venue is step-free\, and entirely on the ground floor with a wide entrance and a lowered counter in the cafe. However\, the toilet is not wheelchair accessible. The Centre has an agreement with several nearby venues (less than 2 min away) that guests can use accessible toilets at Blackfriars Station\, Starbucks\, and the Founders Arms\, and staff can provide an escorting service for anyone using these.\nDogs are welcome.\nThe LGBTQ+ Community Centre is a shared community space. During our session there may be other visitors using the centre\, or other activities going on – you’ll find us by the Queer Diary signs & table of craft materials.\n\nFull information about access at the LGBTQ+ Community Centre is on their website\, and we recommend contacting the Centre directly if you have any specific questions about physical access to the building. \nCovid safety: \nEvent organisers are fully vaccinated and use lateral flow testing regularly. \nWe also welcome the wearing of masks. \nDo not attend this event if you have either Covid symptoms or a positive test result. \nInclusivity and community safety: \nPlease note this event is themed around memories of teenage years gone by\, and is aimed at adult audiences. \nThis is an-LGBTQIA+ centred space. As hosts of this workshop\, we will not assume your gender or sexuality\, or apply gendered pronouns or honourifics (until we learn which ones you use). To make sure everyone feels welcome in this space\, we ask attendees to do the same. \nToilet signage will be gender-neutral. \nDiscriminatory language or behaviour will not be tolerated (including – but not limited to – transphobia\, biphobia\, homophobia\, sexism\, racism\, xenophobia\, classism\, ableism\, fatphobia). \nIf anyone makes you feel uncomfortable in the space\, please tell the event organisers. \nWe may take a few photos at this event\, to publicise future workshops like this – if you’d prefer not to be in photos\, or want to be anonymised in any pictures we publish on our social media\, etc\, please let us know\, we want to make sure we respect your privacy.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/queer-diary-zine-making-evening-southwark/2025-02-06/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250126T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250126T160000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20250120T161249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T161249Z
UID:10001940-1737900000-1737907200@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:Puppetry Workshop: Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will be an opportunity for creative exploration of story structure and puppetry. \nA perfect chance to establish how to utilise puppetry as a storytelling devise for audiences\, delve into the different types of stories and how to bring puppetry into the mix. \nThere will be three planned breaks throughout but people are free to break for snacks/bathroom use whenever they need. Worksheets in dyslexic-friendly font and stim toys will be present. \nA workshop run by LGBTQ+ and Black-led Banton Theatre. \nAccessibility \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 symptoms including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough and chills. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre \nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/puppetry-workshop-storytelling/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241212T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241212T193000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20240909T152115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T193913Z
UID:10000157-1734024600-1734031800@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Writing Group
DESCRIPTION:Come along to write\, share\, plot and plan with your creativity! Any experience or writing interest is welcome.\n\n\nLooking to write and share your story? Are you thinking more in poetry than prose? Did you overhear a snippet of dialogue you want to write? \nJoin us at a new LGBTQ+ writing workshop group! \nOpen to anyone writing or wanting to write; those with work to share for feedback\, or those seeking motivation to write. \nThis space is open to all genres and all levels of experience are welcome. \nWe will write\, share prompts\, and provide feedback in a positive way centering care for the writer. \nTogether we will form a community of writers nurturing our work and ourselves as LGBTQ+ artists. Sharing and feedback will default to English but we can adjust as we go along. \nFor more information and whatsapp group link for attendees\, email: lgbtqwritersgroup@gmail.com \nAccessibility: \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre: \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 and/or mpox symptoms including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough\, chills and unusual spots\, scabs or ulcers. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid and mpox please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre:We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/lgbtq-writing-group-4/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts,Meetups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241206T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241206T193000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20240909T152441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T090725Z
UID:10000232-1733506200-1733513400@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:Kings for Life (Drawing) Class
DESCRIPTION:A Drag King/Thing Life Drawing Workshop for artists to experience drag in a new way and drag artists to gain a new skill in life modelling.\n\n\nJoin us for an exciting life drawing workshop dedicated to providing a platform for Drag Kings/Things to model and offering artists a unique experience in capturing the essence of drag through art. \nOur inclusive sessions cater to all skill levels\, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned artist like the next David Hockney! Each pose is timed\, and we may suggest different drawing techniques to inspire and warm up your artistic flow. \nWhat You’ll Need: \n\nDrawing Surface: Get creative—paper\, an iPad\, or cardboard boxes!\nDrawing Materials: Anything goes—pencils\, charcoal\, pastels\, or paints. It’s a perfect opportunity to experiment and try something new!\n\nPose breakdown will be 4 x 5 minutes\, 2 x 10 minutes\, 3 x 15 minutes\, and 1 x 20 minutes (as time allows). \nCome along\, settle in and drawing starts just after 5.30pm. \nPlease bring your own materials (Although we generally have a few pads and pencils on hand in case!). All skill levels\, genders and orientations are welcome. \nImportant: Recording of the session is not permitted. \nAs with all our sessions\, Nudity is not part of this workshop. It is up to the model’s comfort level when posing how much or little clothing they will wear and being mindful of other patrons in the space\, as it will not be private. \nOur main priority is to create a safe environment for the talent. \nThat said\, sometimes sessions do veer towards the erotic/kink based on the model. We ask that you respect the model’s privacy by NOT taking any photos or recordings during the session. \nTicket sales contribute to paying our models\, covering hire fees\, and ensuring we can continue providing these fantastic sessions! \nFollow us on Instagram for more updates and to build a vibrant\, creative community together! \nAbout the facilitator: \nMatt David (they/them) is a queer artist and founder of Kings for Life (Drawing). \nKings for Life (Drawing) is a workshop allowing artists to experience drag in a few ways and be able to draw new and exciting subjects\, as well as drag kings/things to gain new skills in life modelling and gain work outside of just the nightlife scene. \nThey have facilitated multiple creative workshops\, including Self Portrait workshops for Positive East\, alongside making their own artwork with a focus on portraiture and life drawing. \nAccessibility: \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid-19 and mpox safety: \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 and/or mpox symptoms including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough\, chills and unusual spots\, scabs or ulcers. \nMasks and hand sanitiser are available free of charge. \nFor current information on Covid and mpox please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the CentreWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/kings-for-life-drawing-class-3/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241114T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241114T193000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20240909T152115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T093837Z
UID:10000156-1731605400-1731612600@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Writing Group
DESCRIPTION:Come along to write\, share\, plot and plan with your creativity! Any experience or writing interest is welcome.\n\n\nLooking to write and share your story? Are you thinking more in poetry than prose? Did you overhear a snippet of dialogue you want to write? \nJoin us at a new LGBTQ+ writing workshop group! \nOpen to anyone writing or wanting to write; those with work to share for feedback\, or those seeking motivation to write. \nThis space is open to all genres and all levels of experience are welcome. \nWe will write\, share prompts\, and provide feedback in a positive way centering care for the writer. \nTogether we will form a community of writers nurturing our work and ourselves as LGBTQ+ artists. Sharing and feedback will default to English but we can adjust as we go along. \nFor more information and whatsapp group link for attendees\, email: lgbtqwritersgroup@gmail.com \nAccessibility: \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre: \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 and/or mpox symptoms including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough\, chills and unusual spots\, scabs or ulcers. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid and mpox please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre:We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/lgbtq-writing-group-3/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts,Meetups
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241108T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241108T200000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20240909T152133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T111440Z
UID:10000162-1731088800-1731096000@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:Sci-Fi and Fantasy Writing Group
DESCRIPTION:Join a two-hour Sci-Fi and Fantasy Writing Workshop!\n\n\nWriting workshop for Sci-fi and Fantasy writers and fans. \nWhether you’re stuck and looking for input on your WIP\, or you just want to nerd out about SFF\, this is the group for you! (Bring something to write/draw on) \nA bout the facilitator: \nHannah is a writer and yogi based in London. They write science fiction and fantasy\, having recently completed a master’s degree in creative writing. They are currently querying their first book\, Affinity for Fire. \nI G: thisyogiwrites \nAccessibility: \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre: \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling unwell including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough\, chills and unusual spots\, scabs or ulcers. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid-19 and mpox please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre \nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/sci-fi-and-fantasy-writing-group-3/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts,Meetups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241011T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241011T200000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20240909T152132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T225942Z
UID:10000161-1728669600-1728676800@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:Sci-Fi and Fantasy Writing Group
DESCRIPTION:Join a two-hour Sci-Fi and Fantasy Writing Workshop!\n\n\nWriting workshop for Sci-fi and Fantasy writers and fans. \nWhether you’re stuck and looking for input on your WIP\, or you just want to nerd out about SFF\, this is the group for you! (Bring something to write/draw on) \nA bout the facilitator: \nHannah is a writer and yogi based in London. They write science fiction and fantasy\, having recently completed a master’s degree in creative writing. They are currently querying their first book\, Affinity for Fire. \nI G: thisyogiwrites \nAccessibility: \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre: \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling unwell including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough\, chills and unusual spots\, scabs or ulcers. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid-19 and mpox please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre \nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/sci-fi-and-fantasy-writing-group-2/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts,Meetups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241010T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241010T193000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20240909T152115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T221644Z
UID:10000155-1728581400-1728588600@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Writing Group
DESCRIPTION:Come along to write\, share\, plot and plan with your creativity! Any experience or writing interest is welcome.\n\n\nLooking to write and share your story? Are you thinking more in poetry than prose? Did you overhear a snippet of dialogue you want to write? \nJoin us at a new LGBTQ+ writing workshop group! \nOpen to anyone writing or wanting to write; those with work to share for feedback\, or those seeking motivation to write. \nThis space is open to all genres and all levels of experience are welcome. \nWe will write\, share prompts\, and provide feedback in a positive way centering care for the writer. \nTogether we will form a community of writers nurturing our work and ourselves as LGBTQ+ artists. Sharing and feedback will default to English but we can adjust as we go along. \nFor more information and whatsapp group link for attendees\, email: lgbtqwritersgroup@gmail.com \nAccessibility: \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre: \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 and/or mpox symptoms including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough\, chills and unusual spots\, scabs or ulcers. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid and mpox please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre:We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/lgbtq-writing-group-2/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts,Meetups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241006T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241006T193000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20240920T093901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241005T193050Z
UID:10000385-1728235800-1728243000@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:Queer Art Social
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Queer Art Club workshops that connect queer people through art and creativity.\n\n\nJoin us for fun relaxed workshops that are free from judgment and are suitable for all abilities. This is a safe space to create and connect with queer people. \nSunday 6 October: Make a Drag Queen Barbie \nJoin us for a fun relaxed workshop where we will make our very own drag queen Barbies. Turning basic dolls into fierce queens! \nTips\, demonstrations\, and support will be offered throughout. This workshop is open to all abilities. \nPlease note: all materials\, including Barbie dolls\, are included in the price for this session. \nAbout the facilitator: \nQueer Art Social is facilitated by Paul Madley (he/they)\, a queer artist and creative based in London. \nAccessibility: \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre: \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the Centre if they are feeling unwell including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough\, chills and unusual spots\, scabs or ulcers. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid-19 and mpox please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the CentreWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/queer-art-social/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241006T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241006T173000
DTSTAMP:20251012T061038
CREATED:20240920T093859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241005T193049Z
UID:10000384-1728228600-1728235800@londonlgbtqcentre.org
SUMMARY:The Knit Club for Blankets for London
DESCRIPTION:A series of free workshops for makers to come together\, connect and produce squares to go towards our Blankets for London project.\n\n\nThe Knit Club is open to anyone interested in approaching crafting and textile art for the first time and to any creative who wants an opportunity to make together and connect with other makers. \nThe workshops provide participants not only with a new skill\, but with an opportunity to bond with others. Workshops are structured in a welcoming\, non-hierarchical environment\, to nurture participants’ mental and physical health. Participants are encouraged to progress at their own pace\, ask for help when needed and can access the workshops regardless of skill level. \nThe Knit Club is an opportunity for intergenerational cohesion\, addressing the fostering of community and creating a supportive environment. We create an intergenerational space to establish long-term community relationships using the proven benefits of the crafts of knitting and crocheting. \nAbout the facilitator: \nCraft Forward is a Community Interest Company established in 2022\, dedicated to making arts and crafts accessible to everyone. Based in London\, we focus on creating community-centred experiences that prioritise well-being and inclusivity over technical achievements. Our initiatives\, such as the Blankets for London project\, demonstrate the power of small\, creative actions to address broader social issues. By offering workshops that encourage skill development and community connection\, we aim to dismantle elitism in the arts. Craft Forward is committed to nurturing a supportive\, joyful environment where individuals of all ages and background can explore their creative potential and make meaningful connections. \nAccessibility: \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nCovid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre: \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the centre if they are feeling any Covid-19 and/or mpox symptoms including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough\, chills and unusual spots\, scabs or ulcers. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid and mpox please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre:We rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/the-knit-club-for-blankets-for-london/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241005T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241005T200000
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SUMMARY:Mask Off: Misunderstood\, Misdiagnosed and Missed – A Zine Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A zine workshop for Black and neurodiverse women and non-binary people.\n\n\nJoin the Black & Neurodiverse crew on a fun zine-making activity all afternoon long during our special Queer Black Women and Non-Binary day in light of the UK Black History Month. \nThe collective is currently developing its first web zine\, highlighting experiences of Black and neurodiverse folks in any form they wish. \nMaterials will be provided or you can also bring your own! \nAbout the facilitator: \nNdidi-Amaka Moemeke (she/they) is the founder of Black and Neurodiverse\, an initiative dedicated to creating safe\, inclusive spaces for Black and brown neurodivergent individuals. \nDiagnosed with ADHD in January 2023 after 27 years of living undiagnosed\, Ndidi-Amaka was motivated to start this community after discovering the term “neurodivergent” for the first time last year\, experiencing challenges in obtaining an ADHD referral through the NHS. \nUnderstanding that many Black and brown people face similar challenges\, Ndidi-Amaka aims to foster environments that offer support and connection beyond the confines of home. \nAccessibility: \nThe Centre’s accessibility statement is here. \nIf you have any access requirements for this event\, get in touch with us at hello@londonlgbtqcentre.org. \nCovid and mpox safety at the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre: \nTo keep our community safe\, we ask that all visitors do not visit the centre if they are feeling unwell including headache\, fever\, sore throat\, consistent cough\, chills and unusual spots\, scabs or ulcers. \nYou can wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We also have masks and hand sanitiser available at the Centre. \nFor current information on Covid-19 and mpox please visit the NHS website. \nDonate to the Centre: \nWe rely on donations to ensure that the London LGBTQ+ Community Centre can keep its doors open for years to come. \nTo donate or become a Friend of the Centre\, visit our website.
URL:https://londonlgbtqcentre.org/event/mask-off-misunderstood-misdiagnosed-and-missed-a-zine-workshop/
LOCATION:London LGBTQ+ Community Centre\, 60-62 Hopton Street\, Thames Path\, Bankside\, London\, England\, SE1 9JH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts and crafts,BPOC events,Neurodivergent events
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