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SUMMARY:Spies and Tricksters
DESCRIPTION:This summer at Westminster Abbey\, we;re holding a covert and classified family day full of puzzles and stories for curious minds. Join Wendy Shearer for cheeky trickster tales featuring African and Caribbean tricksters. This family day is perfect for children aged 3+ (and their grown-ups). \nSession times: 11.00am – 11.30am and 12.00 – 12.30pm \nLocation: College Garden\, 20 Dean’s Yard\, London SW1P 3PA
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/spies-and-tricksters/
LOCATION:Westminster Abbey\, Westminster Abbey\, 20 Dean's Yard\, London\, London\, SW1P 3PA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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SUMMARY:Festival of Caribbean Culture Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us this summer as we celebrate London’s diverse Caribbean culture in a free festival for the whole family! Wendy Shearer will be performing stories for all ages – Caribbean tales that dance. Everyone is invited to join in with her particpatory style and colourful props. There are 3 x 30 mins session times to choose from at London Museum\, Docklands: \n\n11am\n12.30pm\n2.00pm\n\n 
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/festival-of-caribbean-culture-2/
LOCATION:London Museum\, No 1\, West India Quay\, Hertsmere Road\, London\, E14 4AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T093049Z
UID:5268-1754650800-1754665200@wendyshearer.co.uk
SUMMARY:Festival of Caribbean Culture
DESCRIPTION:Join us this summer as we celebrate London’s diverse Caribbean culture in a free festival for the whole family! Wendy Shearer will be performing stories for all ages – Caribbean tales that dance. Everyone is invited to join in with her particpatory style and colourful props. There are 3 x 30 mins session times to choose from at London Museum\, Docklands: \n\n11am\n12.30pm\n2.00pm\n\n 
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/festival-of-caribbean-culture/
LOCATION:London Museum\, No 1\, West India Quay\, Hertsmere Road\, London\, E14 4AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250622T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184716
CREATED:20250418T135914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250418T140408Z
UID:5129-1750604400-1750608000@wendyshearer.co.uk
SUMMARY:Brighton Book Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Brighton Book Festival is a space that gathers together authors\, poets\, illustrators\, musicians and other creatives from the UK and around the world for a book festival like no other. \nWendy Shearer will be taking part in a roundtable discussion about her her book ‘Caribbean Folktales: stories from the Islands and the Windrush Generation’.  She will be joined by Natasha Bowen\, a New York Times bestselling author of Nigerian and Welsh descent and Natty Mark Samuels\, writer\, folklorist and founder of Rootical Folklore: celebrating African and Caribbean Orality through flora.
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/brighton-book-festival/
LOCATION:Brighthelm Centre\, North Road\, Brighton and Hove\, BN1 1YD
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250621T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184716
CREATED:20250513T121022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T104153Z
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SUMMARY:Windrush Day event
DESCRIPTION:Join Wendy Shearer for Caribbean trickster tales of grumpy geckos and cheeky monkeys in the rainforest for Windrush Day. With music\, dancing and colourful props\, everyone is welcome to join in these wonderful stories that celebrate Black history and culture. \nFind out more here!
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/windrush-day-event/
LOCATION:Stratford LIbrary\, 3 The Grove\, Stratford\, London\, E15 1EL\, 3 The Grove\, Stratford\, E15 1EL
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250329T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250329T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184716
CREATED:20250114T110045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T110045Z
UID:4978-1743255000-1743258600@wendyshearer.co.uk
SUMMARY:Deptford Literature Festival #2
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Deptford Literature Festival\, Wendy Shearer will be sharing for fun filled tales from her collection of African and Caribbean Folktales\, Myths and Legends Prepare to will meet clever tricksters\, foolish kings and magical shapeshifters.  Suitable for 7+
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/deptford-literature-festival-2/
LOCATION:Deptford Lounge Library\, 9 Griffin Street\, Deptford\, SE8 4RJ
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250222T114500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T104258Z
UID:4968-1740223800-1740224700@wendyshearer.co.uk
SUMMARY:Oral Tradition Talk
DESCRIPTION:As Westminster Abbey prepares to host the annual Commonwealth Day Service\, Wendy Shearer will be taking part in the Commonwealth Festival celebration day with family storytelling and a series of talks for adults about the role of storytelling within the African and Caribbean Diaspora. \nTalk – Oral Traditions \nJoin Wendy Shearer in Poet’s Corner for a short talk as she explores the role of storytelling within the African and Caribbean diaspora\, looking at how stories have transformed and migrated with people she has met through her work as a Storyteller\, Oral Historian and Author. Wendy will be speaking at 11:30am and 12:30pm in Poets’ Corner.  \n 
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/commonwealth-festival-2/
LOCATION:Westminster Abbey\, Westminster Abbey\, 20 Dean's Yard\, London\, London\, SW1P 3PA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250222T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250222T110000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184716
CREATED:20250114T092809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T100111Z
UID:4965-1740220200-1740222000@wendyshearer.co.uk
SUMMARY:Commonwealth Festival
DESCRIPTION:As Westminster Abbey prepares to host the annual Commonwealth Day Service\, Wendy Shearer will be taking part in the Commonwealth Festival celebration day with family storytelling and a series of talks for adults about the role of storytelling within the African and Caribbean Diaspora. \nStorytelling – Caribbean trickster tales \nWith a sprinkle of sunshine and a dash of sea breeze\, join Wendy Shearer for stories from across the Caribbean Sea from 10.30- 11am in the Undercroft. Get ready to meet cheeky tricksters and talking trees.
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/commonwealth-festival/
LOCATION:Westminster Abbey\, Westminster Abbey\, 20 Dean's Yard\, London\, London\, SW1P 3PA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250221T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184716
CREATED:20250114T105326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T141009Z
UID:4975-1740142800-1740146400@wendyshearer.co.uk
SUMMARY:Deptford Literature Festival
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Deptford Literature Festival\, Wendy Shearer will be sharing for fun filled tales from her collection of African and Caribbean Folktales\, Myths and Legends Prepare to will meet clever tricksters\, foolish kings and magical shapeshifters.  Suitable for 7+
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/deptford-literature-festival/
LOCATION:Grove Park Llibrary\, Somertrees Ave\, London\, SE12 0BX
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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UID:4956-1740009600-1740009600@wendyshearer.co.uk
SUMMARY:Egyptian Gods and Myths #2
DESCRIPTION:How does Tehuti the God of Knowledge trick the Sun God Ra? Why is Nut\, the Sky Goddess so sad? Join Wendy Shearer for a journey back in time to ancient Egypt with Egyptian myths for Half Term at the Young V & A. \nThere will be 3 x 20 mins sessions at 1.30pm\, 2.30pm and 3.30pm \nLocation: The Stage\, Imagine Gallery
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/egyptian-gods-and-myths-2/
LOCATION:The Young V & A\, Cambridge Heath Road\,\, Bethnal Green\, E2 9PA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250219T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250219T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184716
CREATED:20250113T131427Z
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UID:4951-1739971800-1739980800@wendyshearer.co.uk
SUMMARY:Egyptian Gods and Myths
DESCRIPTION:How does Tehuti the God of Knowledge trick the Sun God Ra? Why is Nut\, the Sky Goddess so sad? Join Wendy Shearer for a journey back in time to ancient Egypt with Egyptian myths for Half Term at the Young V & A.  There will be 3 x 20 mins sessions at 1.30pm\, 2.30pm and 3.30pm \nLocation: The Stage\, Imagine Gallery
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/egyptian-gods-and-myths/
LOCATION:The Young V & A\, Cambridge Heath Road\,\, Bethnal Green\, E2 9PA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250203T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250203T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184716
CREATED:20250113T121311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T121311Z
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SUMMARY:Caribbean Folktales
DESCRIPTION:For National Storytelling Week\, you can jump into stories with Wendy Shearer for stories across the Caribbean sea. With grumpy geckos\, wise lions and birds of a thousand colours. Everyone is invited to join in these colourful stories with music\, chants and plenty of fun at the Idea Store Crisp Street. \nRecommended age: Under 5s.
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/caribbean-folktales-2/
LOCATION:Idea Store Crisp Street\, 1 Vesey Path\, East India Dock Road\, E14 6BT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241001T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241001T170000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184716
CREATED:20240925T164442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T164442Z
UID:4797-1727798400-1727802000@wendyshearer.co.uk
SUMMARY:Caribbean folktales
DESCRIPTION:Will Anansi catch Fire? Who can capture the King’s heart with 3 figs? Join Wendy for a wonderful storytelling session to celebrate Black History Month with tales from her book of Caribbean folktales which will also be on sale at the Library. Free family event for 7+
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/caribbean-folktales/
LOCATION:Wycombe Central Library\, 5 Eden Place\, High Wycombe\, HP11 2DH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241001T104500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241001T113000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184716
CREATED:20240925T163352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T163504Z
UID:4790-1727779500-1727782200@wendyshearer.co.uk
SUMMARY:Caribbean trickster tales
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black History Month with Wendy Shearer. She’ll be telling fun filled stories of cheeky rainforest tricksters with music and songs from the islands for everyone to join in. Suitable for under 5s.  Free event. No booking needed
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/caribbean-trickster-tales/
LOCATION:Ayelsbury Central Library\, Aylesbury\, HP20 1UU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240827T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240827T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184716
CREATED:20240616T203749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T104247Z
UID:4464-1724756400-1724770800@wendyshearer.co.uk
SUMMARY:Storytelling at Gunnersbury Park Museum
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate summer in Gunnersbury Park with professional London storyteller\, Wendy Shearer. Use your imagination and take part in traditional Afro-Caribbean trickster stories about Anansi the spider. \nAfterwards you can draw or write about the stories and make your own craft spider to take home with you.  \nEvent details\nSuitable for 5-11 years.  \nTimes: 11am-12pm and 2-3pm \nLocation: Gunnersbury Park Community Garden\, 188 Gunnersbury Ave\, Chiswick\, London W3 8LB \nTickets: Booking required. £5 per child. Accompanying adults go free. Maximum of 2 adults per child.
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/storytelling-at-gunnersbury-park-museum/
LOCATION:The Gunnersbury Park Museum\, Gunnersbury Park Museum\, Popes Ln\, London\, London\, W5 4NH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240824T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240824T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184716
CREATED:20240616T202846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240616T202911Z
UID:4460-1724497200-1724509800@wendyshearer.co.uk
SUMMARY:Caribbean Culture Family Festival - Storytelling at The Museum of London (Day 2)
DESCRIPTION:Join Wendy Shearer for Caribbean trickster tales. These are family-friendly stories\, so that all of the family can join in\, celebrating common tricksters across the islands.
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/caribbean-culture-family-festival-at-the-museum-of-london-day-2/
LOCATION:The Museum of London\, Docklands\, No 1\, West India Quay\, Hertsmere Rd\, London\, London\, E14 4AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240823T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240823T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184716
CREATED:20240616T202542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240616T203046Z
UID:4455-1724410800-1724423400@wendyshearer.co.uk
SUMMARY:Caribbean Culture Family Festival - Storytelling at The Museum of London (Day 1)
DESCRIPTION:Join Wendy Shearer for Caribbean trickster tales. These are family-friendly stories for everyone to join in\, celebrating common tricksters across the islands.
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/caribbean-culture-family-festival-at-the-museum-of-london/
LOCATION:The Museum of London\, Docklands\, No 1\, West India Quay\, Hertsmere Rd\, London\, London\, E14 4AL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240821T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240821T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184716
CREATED:20240616T201738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T135127Z
UID:4449-1724245200-1724252400@wendyshearer.co.uk
SUMMARY:Windrush Celebrations at The John Hansard Gallery
DESCRIPTION:This is a Caribbean takeover of the Hansard Gallery\, and Wendy will be telling some Caribbean folktales from a variety of Caribbean islands.
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/windrush-celebrations-john-hansard-gallery/
LOCATION:The Hansard Gallery\, Southampton\, John Hansard Gallery\, 142 Above Bar Street\, Southampton\, Southampton\, SO14 7DU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240623T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240623T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T184716
CREATED:20240616T172334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240616T172720Z
UID:4416-1719145800-1719154800@wendyshearer.co.uk
SUMMARY:Marble Hill House Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Watching the House storytelling adventure\, Wendy Shearer will bring to life the stories of African and Caribbean people connected with the objects and wealth of the house.
URL:https://wendyshearer.co.uk/event/marble-hill-house-storytelling/
LOCATION:Marble Hill House\, Marble Hill\, Richmond Road\, Richmond\, London\, TW1 2NL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Festivals
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