Exclusive London recommendations from shado's editors
✴︎ Friday, December 6th ✴︎
The laws that currently exist in this country create conditions which facilitate violence against sex workers. Join Decrim Now, Swarm Hive and the English Collective of Prostitutes of December 17th to mark the International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers.
The perfect place to do your holiday shopping, Chonga Marketplace is back by popular demand on December 21st! Come down to Hackney and support Latina entrepreneurs and local businesses.
Find out more HERE
This Sunday, head to Bread and Butter lounge for a Christmas market raising money for Gaza. Expect stalls, DJ sets and workshops, 12-8pm!
Find out more HERE
Tomorrow is the last day to head to Arcola Theatre for CUTTING THE TIGHTROPE: 14 short plays by award-winning playwrights prompted by the censorship of Palestine.
Buy tickets HERE
Today at Pelican House, there's a drop-in banner-making session ahead of the 'Trial Solidarity' demo on Monday, where folks are showing up to show their support for the 40+ people facing charges for resisting the cruel Bibby Stockholm barge transfers. Get creative and ready for action. Homemade vegan biryani included!
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For the final edition of the year, ¡Muévete! welcomes French-Colombian DJ CHYMBA and Brazilian DJ doncorysco for an unforgettable evening!
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Exclusive London recommendations from shado's editors
✴︎ Friday, November 29th ✴︎
Event: On December 4th, writer and teacher Amy Abdelnoor is moderating a conversation with Zahira Jaser and Abdelfattah A Abusrour entitled: 'Palestine: The Continued Struggle for Survival' at the Frontline Club.
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Fundraiser in London: Open Door Community Kitchen are hosting a fundraising dinner on 14th December (with a raffle and live music) so they can continue providing hot meals for marginalised communities in Dalston.
Get a ticket HERE
Film Screening: The Common Press are hosting an evening of short films on 4th December, exploring themes of queer and trans identity, resilience, and histories. Following the screening, there will be a panel discussion with the filmmakers and @otherness_archive hosted by @backronymfilms.
Find out more and get tickets HERE
Alternative lessons & carols: Next weekend, London Review of Books will be hosting an alternative version of the traditional festive service at Stone Nest. It will feature ‘lessons’ selected and read by Andrew O’Hagan, Denise Riley, Olivia Sudjic, Ruby Tandoh and many more, and ‘carols’ performed by the experimental vocal ensemble, Shards – with ‘psalms’ sung by Tom Rasmussen. Get a ticket HERE
Renters demonstration: On 14th December, join London Renters Union to demand housing justice. Bring friends, family and placards! Meet at Cavendish Square, London