Join Mark Hutchinson for a walking tour, with a brief history of the Black presence in Sheffield during the 18th and 19th centuries. How did Sheffield respond to slavery, empire and any Black presence in Sheffield? The tour will consider the legacy of these aspects on the city.  Discover the lives and stories of remarkable figures including Olaudah Equiano, Pablo…

Calling all Readers & Supporters of the Morning Star Whether you are a regular or an occasional reader, and whether or not you hold any shares in the People’s Printing Press – you are very welcome to attend the Morning Star AGM in Sheffield on 3rd June 2023; 12.30 – 2.30pm. There are 4 AGMs – in Glasgow, Cardiff, London…

A newly updated talk by Extinction Rebellion, currently offered regularly on Zoom. Hear the science of the climate and ecological emergency, and learn about XR’s approach to bringing about the change we need. This talk is a recommended introduction to the most pressing issue facing every human on the planet.   ALSO note: Sheffield’s Extinction Rebellion has a weekly get-together…

The Sheffield Showcase closing party: Poetry from Helen Mort, Rachel Bower and Sile Sibanda, and music from Rosey PM including open mic sessions, bringing to an end Sheaf Poetry Festival 2023. Helen Mort and Rachel Bower’s work celebrate our wild landscapes and the lived experiences of women and female bodies, pushing for a more expansive understanding of motherhood, and giving…

Nearly 100 years ago, workers marched onto Kinder Scout to fight for the right to roam over Britain’s open land. But in 2023, access to green space is limited by many factors including disability, race, migration, land rights and social class. Poetry from Polly Atkin, L Kiew and Jonathan Davidson, and music from Lucy & Hazel, with a short interval…

Speaking up: Poetry as Activism is an evening with readings and a panel discussion. Can art change the way society behaves? What can happen when we write through rage, and speak out against injustice? This event brings together three poets who have all written in response to socio-political inequalities. Inua Ellams is a poet, playwright and performer, graphic artist and designer.…