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Upcoming stalls for July and August

7/10/2014

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The Africa Live Festival @ The Elephant & The Nun
Saturday 16th August 2014, 12pm - 7pm 
Burgess Park, Southwark, London, SE5

The Africa Live festival 2014 has been invited to bring the very best of African Culture in its entirety to the Elephant & The Nun. It will be the only place throughout the entire event where the public will be able to buy African influenced bespoke goods, enjoy arts and crafts, fashion, holistic therapies, live music and sample the true diversity of cuisine representative of the Caribbean, Latin America and Africa itself.

What is the Elephant & The Nun?
The Elephant & The Nun is set to be London’s quirkiest Festival, a real celebration art, music and culture. The Elephant & The Nun began in 2011 and was characterised by a series of eclectic events that took place through the borough of Southwark from Elephant & Castle all the way to Nunhead (hence the name )

This year, rather than having lots of events across Southwark, it was decided to combine all of these events into one spectacular festival in the stunning redeveloped Burgess park.

"...one of the best free events celebrating African culture in London. Over the years we have held several events and have been supported by many organisations including but not limited to, Grace foods, Jamaica National, OHTV, The Voice Newspaper, BBC London, LycaMobile, and Afriqyah airways."

This means that the day will be packed with activities, there will be performances from the National Theatre, comedy cabaret from Pull the other one, a funfair from George Irvin, super 7 sports from the sports clubs based in the park , opportunities to  try something healthy with The Creation Trust & incredible edible, pop up performances and a wonderful main stage of world music from Local Global.

 The Africa Live Festival will be situated in the very heart of the event surrounded by the world music stage, national theatre, pop up performance spaces and the Pull the other one cabaret tent.

Travel directions:
There is limited parking available so we recommend using public transport

Buses:
•53, 63, 78,168, 172, 363, 453 Old Kent Road entrance *(recommended entrance)
•12, 35, 40, 45, 68, 468 Camberwell Road entrance
•42, 343 Albany Road entrance
Tube: Elephant and Castle (Northern or Bakerloo line)
Rail: Elephant and Castle
Car park: Albany Road
Bike park: Chumleigh Gardens off Albany Road


Source: http://theafricanmarketday.com/#the-africa-live-festival

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The African Market at Spitalfields
Saturday 26th July 2014, 11 - 5pm 
16 Horner Square, Spitalfields, London E1 6EW

Open The Gate is proudly hosting their unique alternative fair, The African Market, featuring a selection of the most talented designers from Africa and inspired by African cultures.

The African Market showcases original & ethical fashion, accessories, jewellery, shoes as well as arts & crafts, homeware, natural beauty products, books, music, arts and more. Local & international charities are also represented, promoting their actions and raising awareness but also funds by selling goods.

And in addition face-painting, glitter tattoos and other kids activities all afternoon!

Also visit: http://www.oldspitalfieldsmarket.com/the-market/saturday-market/the-african-market

Source: http://openthegate.org.uk/


Past Events

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UZIMA -  Natural Holistic Expo
Saturday 19th July 2014, 12 - 10pm
Conway Hall, Red Lion Square, WC1R

An annual event that promoting Health & Lifestyle, Hair & Beauty, Fashion & Culture.
African Market - An abundance of exhibitors providing goods and services in health & wellbeing, natural hair & skin care, arts & crafts, jewellery & adornment, books & education, fashion wear.​
Presentations and Workshops - Presented by professionals and leading experts in Health Awareness, Hair and Skin Care, Raw Food and Nutrition, Holistic Lifestyle and Natural Remedies.​​
Cultural Showcase - Live stage performances by artists showcasing their talent in Storytelling, Traditional Music, Spoken Word, Comedy, Hair & Fashion Design, African Drum & Dance, Drama, Youth Empowerment.​ Hosted by Usifu Jalloh.
Complimentary Therapy - Indulge, relax and treat yourself with a massage, reflexology, body and skin treatments.
Source: http://www.uzimaexpo.co.uk/

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Upcoming stalls for April

4/23/2014

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Africa at Spitalfields
Bank Holiday Monday 26th May 2014, 10am-4pm

"Enjoy 120 Stalls representing 54 countries in 1 African inspired market at Spitalfields on Bank Holiday Monday 26th May. 

Africa at Spitalfields returns to Spitalfields for a second successful year bringing together the best of African inspired produce from all corners of the continent in an interactive, one day market event inspired by the beautiful, vibrant and alluring continent of Africa.

Africa at Spitalfields will have stalls selling a myriad of items such as one-off clothing, handmade crafts, interiors, carvings, books and delicious rustic African street food to whet the appetite of all visitors.

More than just a conventional market day, Africa at Spitalfields is a unique interactive shopping experience; bringing together the communities in London to celebrate Africa. Catering to all, visitors will be entertained by traditional hot-stepping African dancers, the beats of Djembe drummers, live acoustic music, crafts and traditional story-telling. There will be interactive African inspired games and face painting for the kids –and the ‘big kids’ in us too.

Feed your curiosity, your eyes and your taste buds… Get Inspired; Get Involved.

Free entry for all and everyone is welcome!"
Source: http://www.spitalfields.co.uk/dspevent.php?name=AFRICA+AT+SPITALFIELDS#.U2NweK1dV_h


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The African Market at Spitalfields
Join us on Bank Holiday Monday 5th May for a full day of African Fashion, Arts & Crafts, Live Music, Edu-tainment, networking and food!


The African Market Stalls 
The African Market showcases original & ethical fashion, accessories, jewellery, shoes as well as Arts & Crafts, homeware, natural beauty products, books, music, arts and more. Local & international charities are also represented, promoting their actions and raising awareness but also funds by selling goods.


Live on stage
  • Drumming circle by OneDrum London
  •  Fashion show  directed by Christelle KediStylist
  •  Headwrapping demo by Sista E. The Calabash Hub
  •  Storytelling  by the Cowfoot Prince Usifu Jalloh
  •  Anna MudekaBand  Live Music - Zimbabwean Mbira Afrorock Afrofunk
  •  DJ Koichi Sakai (Ghetto Lounge)
  •  Hosted by Usifu Jalloh & Zena Edwards
Workshops 
  •  Mosaic making with Dionne Ible (Qemamu Mosaics )
  •  Facepainting and glitter tattoos by KEMI
  • Massage therapy by Mariama Ndiaye

And to complete the atmosphere, delicious African and Caribbean food!
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More instruments! Quick snapshot..

11/15/2013

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A peak at some of the instruments to make an appearance at the next stalls! 
  • Balafon
  • Shekeres (medium and large)
  • Kalimbas (large and small)
  • Bean Rattles

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