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21/12/2024

Doing a big Christmas shop? Need a hand getting it all home?

OurBike & Zero Emission Network launched a cargo bike hire in Dalston Square and is offering residents their first 60 minutes FREE 🚲

Stash your shopping bags safely in the front of the bike, and away you go!

Download the app: https://orlo.uk/Yj1GG

19/12/2024

Enjoy dozens of free activities at Hackney's libraries over the festive period – from making Christmas decorations and wreaths to singing festive songs and watching a wintry film – there's plenty to keep families occupied! https://orlo.uk/KpBFu

15/12/2024

Support your community by shopping locally for Christmas this year 🎁

Discover unique gifts and delicious food from Hackney-based businesses here: https://orlo.uk/0YNow

13/12/2024

📽️🍦From projectors to ice-cream makers, speakers and even pop-up beds - Library of Things is your go-to rental service for household items this festive season.

Keep your family entertained throughout the holidays, without the big price tag!

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/XzTN3

11/12/2024

❄️✨ Discover Hackney’s magical Christmas markets this season

Filled with delicious food, handmade gifts, and festive crafts & activities – it’s the perfect way to get in the Christmas spirit while supporting local businesses.

🎅🏼Santa’s grotto
🎨Face painting
🎡Fair ground rides
🎄Decoration workshops
📷Photobooths

…and more!

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/1qAHd

09/12/2024

Give the gift of warmth this winter with the libraries’ kind coat scheme ❄️

🧥Donate or pick up pre-loved coats at any Hackney Libraries until March next year.

🧤All clean coats, gloves, hats and scarves are welcome and will be collected by residents in need.

To find out the specific opening hours for each library branch, visit:
https://orlo.uk/MTNb8

08/12/2024

Looking for the perfect panto or Christmas play? We’ve got you covered. 🌟

Check out the full range of pantos happening across the borough in Love Hackney magazine👇

07/12/2024

Get festive at one of Hackney Libraries FREE events this December...

🎄Decoration making
✂️Crafting
🎥Film screenings
🎶Choir singing
🌡️Warm spaces
…and more!

Check out the full programme:
https://orlo.uk/DEHfm

04/12/2024

Visit Santa’s Grotto at St Augustine's Tower, and make sure you are on the nice list this Christmas 🎄

📅Sat 7 & 14 December
📍St. Augustine's Tower, E8 1HT

Free & no need to book, just turn up!

More info: https://orlo.uk/vclwR

01/12/2024

✨🎄The Christmas lights are about to be switched at Town Hall Square - officially marking the start of the festive season.

In the area? Stop by and see the fantastic light display on show 🌟

📅Sun 1 December, 4.30-5.30pm
📍Hackney Town Hall Square, Mare St E8 1EA

https://orlo.uk/OpAN8

29/11/2024

❄️ Get in the Christmas spirit with the Stokey Winter Festival this Saturday 30 November from 10am-4pm!

🎅 With a free Santa’s Grotto, Festive Jigsaw Trail, live music, workshops + special offers at local shops

🎉 And the fun doesn’t stop there! On Sunday 1 December, Everyday Sunshine on Nevill Rd hosts the Xmas Extravaganza, plus a collection for Hackney Foodbank. With live music from 2-6pm, mulled wine, coffee + cake and sing-along carols

Get all the info here:
https://orlo.uk/tNXxS

29/11/2024

🤩 This Saturday (30th) at CLR James Library!

The fabulous will be presenting a poetry workshop in person AND online. Check it! 💗

25/11/2024

❄️ See what’s happening in Hackney this festive season ❄️

🎄Visit Love Hackney to find out about the Christmas lights switch on, Stokey Winter Fest, Santa’s Grotto and more! 🎅

https://orlo.uk/NSYaI

13/11/2024

🤩 Hackney's Black History Season continues!

🤩 TUE 19th Nov: In Conversation with DJ Marcia Carr plus special guests Twiggles, Lady Banton at the legendary Grow, Hackney.

Come be inspired by this panel of esteemed women as they share stories of culture, journey and heritage and making it in the world of music.

Book your place now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/in-conversation-with-marcia-carr-tickets-1024635541487?aff=odcleoeventsincollection&keep_tld=1

08/11/2024

📲 We’ve launched our WhatsApp channel, making it easier for residents to stay informed about local events and our latest updates.

Follow for notifications about family-friendly activities 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦, cultural events 🎭, important updates 📢, and more. It’s quick and easy to join – simply follow the link: https://orlo.uk/47YPb

04/11/2024

Transgender Awareness Week is November 13-19th, with Transgender Day of Remembrance on 20th November.

Swipe to see the programme of events supported by celebrating and memorialising this important week in the LGBTQIA+ calendar. Details of each event are also below and for full info please visit LoveHackney.uk/pride365events .hackney

1. Elicit by .events / 15th November

You’ll find live music, cabaret, drag, lust and performance at this immersive speakeasy designed to evoke the spirits of the trancestors.

2. Lifting for Liberation by / 17th November

Bringing health training and craft workshops to Hackney is Pecs Education. Flex your creative muscles!

3. Trans Grief Sauna by .sauna / 18th November at

A special edition of trans sauna where trans+ people have space to grieve with their community and remember those that have been lost

4. The Belt of Venus by / 19th November at

An artists video installation providing space to gather and reflect. Bring flowers if you can.

5. No Drama! by / 20th November @ The Outsiders Gallery

A shady look at the history of trans-representation on the big screen, with a fabulous panel of industry experts

All events are free or affordable, some events are for trans, non-binary and/or gender nonconforming people only.

01/11/2024

👀 Looking for a bargain? There is something for everyone at the Kingsland Road car boot sale!

📅 Every Saturday from 7am to 2pm
📍 Kingsland Road, E8

26/10/2024