As part of London College of Communication’s ongoing support to our cultural neighbours, we’re featuring a weekly round-up of some of the online activities and content provided by the fantastic museums, galleries and cultural venues in our local area.
From Instagram drawing clubs to virtual exhibitions, artist profiles, video demonstrations, film screenings, performances and more, here’s our guide to what you can get involved in with our Southwark and Lambeth friends and partners – all from the comfort of your own home.
6 September
“Future Stories is an online writing competition and series of writing workshops for young people aged 11 to 16 who have a story to tell about life in the future.
“Imagine it is 50 years from now in 2070; what will the world look like? Who lives there? You? A friend? A pet? Does it feel magical? Scary? Exciting?
“You need to be between 11 and 16 years old and live, study, or go to a young people’s centre or Library in Southwark or Lambeth. Prizes are up for grabs!”
Find out about Future Stories.
Every Friday & Saturday throughout August and September
"A new socially distanced, outdoor suntrap located in Peckham is now open!
"From the minds behind the much-loved Corsica Studios, The Paperworks has now moved from its original location and has been reimagined on the site of a former Bottle Factory in Peckham.
"The Paperworks will showcase a lively music programme combined with creative arts experiences and street-food to create a new open-air destination for South London."
Learn more about The Paperworks.
Thursday 20 August, 7pm
"A free virtually animated tour through the history of the Elephant & Castle.
To join the tour go to Zoom and use meeting ID: 812 5797 7134, passcode: 216558.
Until 13 September
“Lambeth Libraries are pleased to take part in this year’s Summer Reading Challenge 2020 – and this year it’ll be online. The challenge is to read up to 6 books in the school summer holidays.
“Happiness and laughter 2020’s theme is ‘Silly Squad’ – a celebration of funny books, happiness and laughter.
“Our e-library offers a range of e books, e-audio, comics and magazines so there is a wide range to read towards your goal. These are all available free with your Lambeth library card, so if you haven’t already, join online. “
Get involved with the Summer Reading Challenge.
8 September, 10am
“Creative Network Southwark is a group of individuals and organisations working in the creative sector in Southwark. This includes those working in (but not exclusively) visual arts dance, film, music, performing arts, museums and spoken work.
“We come together to share knowledge and information and tackle important issues.”
Book tickets for the Creative Meet-Up.
“Delicious and easy recipe ideas for everyone using ingredients and food you can find at home or on a visit to your local store.
“Watch these step-by-step videos to find meal ideas and preparation tips, including recipes for breakfast, lunches, dinners, desserts and special treats.”
Explore Easy Cooking Recipes.
Thursdays, 12.30-1.30pm
“F.A.T. co-director Natanya is the London Development Officer at Voluntary Arts and runs Creativity and Inclusion – a peer-support network that invites London based artists, freelancers, facilitators and space managers.
“Participants are invited to drop into regular online meetings and support each other in making their practices more inclusive.”
Email natanya@vaengland.org.uk with any questions and for the link to join.
Wednesday 19 August, 4-7pm – Marcus Garvey Way, Brixton, SW9 ALD
“Visit our free Dr Bike session to get your bike checked and keep pedalling this summer!”
Learn more about the Summer Dr. Bike Session with Marcus Garvey Way.
This year Southwark's Youth Service summer programme is going online. Join us on Zoom for workshops and activities covering the subjects such as sport & fitness, art & design and Black Lives Matter.
Learn more about activities in Southwark for young people.
To suggest an online activity organised by a venue local to LCC for inclusion in this weekly Canvas feature, please email: Gill Henderson, Cultural and Communities Partnerships Manager: g.m.henderson@lcc.arts.ac.uk.
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