Celebrating Windrush Day 2024 in Islington

Brickworks Community Centre are hosting two events on Monday 24 June to celebrate Windrush Day this year! They are working with elders from the Caribbean community to deliver two intergenerational, in-person events to offer attendees the chance to immerse themselves in the rich history and vibrant heritage of the Windrush generation and enjoy live entertainment too.
They aim to celebrate and honour the Windrush generation, fostering intergenerational connections through storytelling, reminiscence, entertainment, traditional games and shared meals.
Windrush Tales
An event filled with stories old told from elders Islington’s Windrush generation with elders from that generation and young secondary school students in attendance. There will also be hot food!
Windrush Dominoes, Quiz and Music
Do you know your British Black History facts? The Windrush Quiz will test residents knowledge of Black History during Windrush and beyond. Enjoy Reggae, Ska and Calypso music with dominoes too! There will also be hot food!
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