This year, we bring even more exciting activities and workshops for children and young adults at the Black History Month Cultural Pop-Up Market and Workshop Weekend! It’s the second year we’re hosting this event with Hatfield Cultural Connection and The Galleria. Due to the fantastic support from our sponsors and the feedback from the community, it’s grown. This means, we can offer more children and young adults’ access to a variety of workshops and experiences.
Our mission is to provide young people with fun, interactive, and practical experiences that blend cultural education, self-expression, and well-being. Here’s a sneak peek into why these workshops are important and what exciting things are in store this year.
Designed to Inspire and Educate – This year’s line-up of workshops includes
Hair Braiding with Hair by Candy Campbell
Hair is a key element of cultural identity. Through this workshop, young people will not only learn the craft of braiding but also understand the cultural significance behind it.
- Saturday 26th October – 2pm – 4pm
- Sunday 26th October – 2pm – 4pm
Healthy Eating for Kids with Chef Chyna
It’s important for young people to learn the basics of nutrition in a fun and engaging way. Chef Chyna will introduce them to simple, healthy, and tasty meals, encouraging lifelong healthy eating habits.
- Saturday 26th October – 11am – 11:30am
- Saturday 26th October – 1pm – 1:30pm
- Saturday 26th October – 3pm – 3:30pm
Decorating Waffles with the Waffle Workshop
Who doesn’t love waffles? In this creative and tasty workshop, kids will have the chance to decorate their own waffles, making learning about food preparation and presentation enjoyable! They also get to eat one too.
- Saturday 26th October 12pm – 12:30pm
- Saturday 26th October 2pm – 2:30pm
- Sunday 27th October 12pm – 2:30pm
Health Checks with Dr Torera Omotomilola
Health is wealth! Regular health checks are vital, and teaching showing children the importance of this from a young age helps them grow into adults who take their well-being seriously.
- Saturday 26th October – 11am – 5pm
Gel Painting with Holly’s Arts and Prints
Arts and crafts allow children to tap into their creative sides. This workshop encourages them to explore their artistic talents, painting unique pieces using gel paint techniques.
- Sunday 27th October – 1pm – 2pm
- Sunday 27th October – 2:30pm – 3:30pm
Carnival Masks with Unity Carnival & Cultural Arts
Celebrating cultural diversity through art, this workshop introduces kids to carnival traditions and allows them to create their own carnival masks and wear it.
- Saturday 26th October – 11am – 12pm
- Sunday 27th October – 11:30am – 12:30pm
Teaching children the importance of healthy eating and regular health checks ensures they grow up understanding how to take care of their bodies and minds. These workshops set the foundation for a lifetime of well-being.
The carnival masks and hair braiding workshops connect children to cultural practices, instilling pride in their heritage while broadening their understanding of the world.
The environment we create in this element of the Pop-Up Market is one where children can freely express themselves, explore new talents, and try things they’ve never done before – all without judgment. Interactive workshops are perfect for children, as they learn best by doing. Whether it’s braiding hair, decorating waffles, or painting, they gain real-world skills in a fun way.
For more information E: media@whcvs.org.uk