Scribble and Smudge events and things to do over the holiday.
Summer is here, fingers crossed the weather will keep up, because August is an exciting time to be out and about locally and around London. Here are the Scribble and Smudge workshops:
Two festival workshops coming up this month, the first locally at The Mill, a children’s workshop for over 6’s and a street party at Smithfield Market for the London Museum.
8th August 2.00 pm til 4.30 at The Mill. Free Mask making, birds and butterflies for the Grandad’s Island procession 1st September. This is part of a series of workshops whereby you can make other animals, hats and foliage to parade with Grandad’s boat that fellow Scribble and Smudger Vanessa had made at The Walthamstow Garden Party this year. Details in events above.
25th August, 11.00 a.m til 6pm at Smithfield Market. Free, wing costume making to be part of the Grand Avenue aerial displays and processions. This festival is part of the Culture Mile bank holiday festivities. Inspired by the original Bartholomew’s Fair and the Museum of London and Guildhall School of Music & Drama’s Beasts of London experience, Smithfield Street Party invites all of London’s families, including their four legged canine members, to come and take part in a day full of free beastly fun. Details in events above
Local events
Carnivalista culture: learn to make carnival costumes and movement at workshops in Leyton and Leytonstone with Inspiration Arts. Throughout August see: https://wfculture19.co.uk/events/carnivalista-culture-leyton
Free Holiday workshops for Grandad’s Island parade: Thursdays crafts for kids. 8yrs+ birds from recycled materials with Michelle and 5yrs+ boat hat making with Vanessa. August 15th and 22nd at 2.00 til 4.30pm. Booking essential email: kidsart@themill.org. #TheMillE17
Chingfest: at Ridgeway park a free family music festival. Headlining the main stage, you'll find superstar NAO, alongside Incognito, Lemzi, DJ Luck and MC Neat, plus many more special guests including Luke November, Bonez, L.E.A.D.E.R.S Academy. All this plus a packed programme of performances, talks and workshops, and a dizzying array of food and drink stalls. Bring friends, bring family, bring enthusiasm and get ready to dance. August 31st see: https://wfculture19.co.uk/Chingfest
Summer holiday activities: Free for children and families at local schools, arts and crafts offered by professional artists. In August see: https://www.wmgallery.org.uk/whats-on
Waltham Forest activity programme: Fun summer activities for 11-19yr olds. Booking is essential for most activities in August see: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/waltham-forest-holiday-activity-programme-11-19-year-old-activities-10834212300
Silent disco fitness: worksouts to jungle and drum and bass in Lloyd park, Wednesdays at 11.a.m Booking and info : https://walthamforest.gov.uk/content/silent-disco-fitness-lloyd-park
In and around London
Notting Hill Carnival 25th and 26th August. Europe’s biggest festival celebrating London’s Caribbean culture. Free for all. Kids day is 26th August here’s a Time out guide to the day: https://www.timeout.com/london/things-to-do/notting-hill-carnival-guide
Tate modern Olafur Eliasson, a favourite artist who has made installations that are captivating for all ages. Booking recommended. No rush on til 5th January see https://www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-modern/exhibition/olafur-eliasson
Monster inflatable at Alexandra Palace. For 16+ most days 23rd to 28th August. also available designated days for 7-15yr olds. Booking here: https://alexandrapalaceevents.seetickets.com/tour/the-monster
Outdoor film screening at Stratford, The Spark til 5th sept. details here: https://www.internationalquarter.london/whats-on/stratford-summer-screen/
Really sunny day? Try these beaches no too far from London: https://secretldn.com/beaches-near-london-seaside/
Have a wonderful Summer holiday hope you can relax and pootle together. Hope to see you at one of the workshops.
Olafur Eliasson at Tate modern.