International
"An individual has not started living until he can rise above the narrow confines of his individualistic concerns to the broader concerns of all humanity."
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Video from 2011 Festival International Food Celebration held on Saturday 2nd April 2011
This video was shot by SC-D and features wonderful Jacqui organiser of the food festival introducing the amazing stands as people start arriving. - Enjoy !
Telegraph Hill Festival Japanese Day introduced by Farhana Hoque co-ordinator of this special series of events. Video by SC-D
In this year's festival there are a number of events which turn our attention to what is happening in our wider community and world and celebrate other traditions, practices and creativity.
Events include:
Capoeira Class Friday 25th March
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Capoeira is an authentic Brazilian martial art, considered to be the most complete exercise and involving coordination, rhythm and balance.
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Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, sports, music and dance. It was created in Brazil mainly by descendants of African slaves with Brazilian native influences, probably beginning in the 16th Century. It is known by its quick and complex moves, using mainly kicks and quick leg sweeps, with some ground and aerial acrobatics, knee and headbutts. The word "capoeira" comes from the Tupi-guarani language, referring to the low vegetation areas in the internal part of Brazil. |
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Children 5 and upwards. 10 Ticket places. |
Children 5 and upwards. 10 Ticket places.
Desert Cave Dining Friday 25th March and Saturday 26th March
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The Restaurant at the End of the Road presents: Desert Cave Dining. This Moroccan themed restaurant will appear like a mirage for only two nights offering cocktails, a three course meal, wine and live entertainment. Over 18s only. Limited access. |
This sumptuous Moroccan themed restaurant and cocktail bar will appear like a mirage in the desert and open for two nights only. Dinner will be prepared by a local mystery chef. You will start your evening at 7pm by meeting our guide in the Telegraph Hill Centre Foyer. He will lead you to the Desert Cave where you will sit under the stars gazing out at the desert landscape with a relaxing cocktail. At 8pm you will be seated and dinner will be served. The meal will be a three course set menu of Moroccan cuisine, half a bottle of wine per person and coffee. A vegetarian option will be available. Live entertainment will be provided at intervals during the evening. There is no dress code but Moroccan themed dressing up is encouraged |
Ticket price £20 Only 18 overs |
Meet in the Telegraph Hill Centre Foyer 7-11pm
Kum Nye - Tibetan Yoga
Telegraph Hill Centre Lounge
2-3pm
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Free try out of these slow, gentle exercises which are suitable for all regardless of age and level of fitness. | Helps to relieve stress, transform negative patterns and promote balance and health. When our energies are blocked we feel unbalanced, emotional and stressed. These slow, gentle exercises activate and stimulate feelings and sensations, relax the body and calm the mind and are suitable for all regardless of age and level of fitness. |
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Japanese Calligraphy Workshop for Children (10am) and adults (1pm)
Green Shoots, Besson Street, Saturday 2nd April
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An introduction to the basics - from correct posture and breathing and composing the mind to painting the character/concept of your choice to take home. | A single Japanese character denotes "to draw", "to paint" and "to write" - illustrating perhaps the high artistic esteem in which calligraphy is held throughout Sino-influenced Asia. At the heart of calligraphy, for the character to be properly composed, the mind must be composed. In this workshop, we will start very simply: the hand position - the nature of the paper; then practising simple characters, building to more complex ones. To finish, each person can practise a character/concept of their choice, to be drawn on a single length of paper to take home. Workshop led by Eamonn Lee who graduated in Japanese & Linguistics from Sheffield and the University of Hosei in Tokyo. He has lived and studied in Japan. |
10- 10.30 am |
FREE 10 places ok a free place for the children's workshop please contact Farhana at farhana_hoque@ hotmail.com.
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Japanese Tea Ceremony Saturday 2nd April
Green Shoots, Besson Street 3.00 - 4pm and 4.00- 5pm
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The making of Japanese Tea: A demonstration of traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony. | Chado, the Way of Tea, is a Japanese tradition with more than 400 years of history. During the Ceremony, guests will be provided with detailed explanations of the ritual and served Matcha tea and Japanese sweets, all in the tranquil garden setting of Green Shoots on Besson Street |
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15 places Tickets £6.00 |
World on a Plate: International Food Festival
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Food from around the world to sample and buy. |
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Contact Jacqui Walker 020 7732 0388 you would like to be involved. |
Café Fed (above the Telegraph Hill Centre) & Kitto Road (closed for the day) |
11am-4.30pm |
Free entrance |
Nichiren Buddhist Chanting, originating from Japan
Tuesday 5th April - Green Shoots, Besson Street.
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The Hill's Nichiren Buddhist Group are opening their group meeting for the Festival. |
'Trust through friendship, peace through trust'. Dedicated to promoting peace, culture and education, the meeting begins with 30 mins chanting followed by an hour long discussion on a topic related to culture and education. Please contact farhana_hoque@hotmail.com for further details. |
Green Shoots, Besson Street |
7.30-9pm |
All welcome |
Choirs Galore! Sunday 3rd April 7pm
| Choir concert featuring the Mike King Choir, the LWYCC Caribbean Community Choir and the specially formed Telegraph Hill Children's Choir. | The Mike King Choir is an innovative and unique vocal group whose energy, rich harmonies and uplifting performances are already making an impact on audiences in the UK. The Choir, recently founded and directed by Mike King, stands for friendship, unity and a love of music. Expect inspiring and dynamic renditions of Soul, Gospel and Jazz classics, with beautiful vocal arrangements that will leave you revitalised and invigorated. Mike King has coached and trained 35 talented individuals to produce a rare mix of moving and enriching music, creating a signature sound. The performance promises to be a very special experience. You'll also have the chance to hear Jacqueline Grant's LWYCC Caribbean Community Choir and the Telegraph Hill Children's Choir which is to be specially formed for the Festival. ir should contact Sasha at sashaherriman@yahoo.com or follow this <link>. | St Catherine's Church |
7pm -8.30pm |
Any local children who would like to be in this choir should contact Sasha at sashaherriman@yahoo.com or follow this <link>.
FREE |
Telegraph Hill Centre Lounge 7- 8pm
c/o Telegraph Hill Centre
Pepys Road
New Cross Gate
London
SE14