Everything Bajan

Book launch of The Story of British Black Nurses and Hamper Drop
2024-10-26 14:00 - 18:00 UTC | All Saints Church, Clydesdale Road, London, W11 1JS, United Kingdom
Books N Tingsz and BOCFA present the Book launch of The Story of British Black Nurses with Barbadian Author Kandace Chimbiri in conversation with Marilyn Devonish at All Saints Church Clydesdale Road Notting Hill London W11 1JS.
After the event, copies of the books will be available for signing. The books on sale will include old and new books with a bias toward Caribbean writers.
This event will also be the collection point for those who want to contribute unperishable goods to be sent to Barbados for Christmas hampers to be distributed in the parish of St. Peter.
Register: https://blacknurses24.eventbrite.co.uk

Routes to Bim
2024-10-21 18:30 - 21:00 | St John the Divine Church, Vassal Road, London, SW9 6XN, United Kingdom
Welcome to Routes to Bim on Monday, an exciting event focused on connecting with the Barbadian diaspora youth. With an increasing number of young people migrating from Barbados, it has become very crucial to find ways to encourage them to stay connected to Barbados and explore the value they can give to the development of their home country. This London This Marcia Weekes Show (TMWS) event will explore ideas of strengthening connectivity and harnessing the potential of the young Barbadian diaspora, particularly those in the United Kingdom. The Radiate Festival CEO, Wendy Cummings, has joined our panel as a replacement for June Dixon.
Doors opened at 6 pm.

Q - The London Edition 24
2024-09-21 14:00 - 23:00
Q in the community—The London edition is the UK version of a popular radio programme in Barbados. It starts in the afternoon and allows people of all ages to socialise. As elderly people become less mobile, this event has allowed them to stay involved by still listening to the music of yesterday or dancing the aches away.
Unique to the London edition is the two-room concept, which was initially devised to compensate for any weather challenges that might be encountered. The Silver Room is a dining area until 6 pm, where patrons can rebook and have reserved seating; although food is still available throughout, priority is given to advance booking. Available is a buffet meal, whilst drinks can be purchased from the bar located inside . DJ will play music in rotation throughout.
The Main Hall is the largest area, and diners can purchase food and drinks inside; more ballroom music and areas to dance. Seated available but on a first-come, first-served basis

St Vincent and Grenadines X1 vs Barbados X1 T20 -CricketRama
2024-08-18 | Broomleys CC Club House, Off Blackwood Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 4RF, United Kingdom
Two beautiful islands in the Caribbean, situated close to each other with shared values and cultures, have joined together in the United Kingdom. Inherent to this are two national groups that have taken over the mantle of two previous cricket matches held at High Wycombe and Reading.
This year’s event is being held in Coalville Leicester, near a large settlement of Vincies in the Derby region, not by choice but more of a necessity as the previous venue became problematic.
Apart from the social aspect, the objective of raising monies for charitable causes continues but with the added aim of contributing and sharing funds to the Hurricane Beryl appeal.
Entertainment will be provided by DJs in rotation with PAs by Weezy and Terrah Dan.

A LIL BIT A BIM
2024-05-26 | Broomleys CC Club House, Off Blackwood Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 4RF, United Kingdom
A Lil Bit A Bim moves to Coalville in Leicester.
A Lil Bit a Bim is the flagship fundraiser of the National Council of Barbadian Associations (NCBA). We collaborate with the Barbados High Commission to connect Barbadian communities around the UK.
It was initially launched in 2011 so that people of all ages could socialise and experience the traditions of Barbados in a program that includes food, products, music, cricket, and dancing. It also provides a fun way of uniting all Barbadians with their heritage and culture by encouraging solid links to the island that will endure through the generations.

Midland’s locations were chosen to close the loop where nationals feel isolated from events in London. Based on feedback from most attendees, last year’s event in Burton-on-Trent was great, but our new location at Broomleys Cricket Clubhouse, Blackwood Rd, Coalville, could be even better as our new location is residential and close to local shops.
In recent years, this event has proven to be the ideal marketplace to purchase most Barbadian products in the UK. A general invitation will be sent to importers. It will also allow exporters to display products and services and provide information. Businesses that have supported us include Newmont Travel, City of Bridgetown Co-operative Credit Union Ltd, Barbados Public Workers’ Co-operative Credit Union, CBC, Q in the Community, Caribbean Trading Ltd, Dees Imports, Barbados Investment & Development Corporation, and Tasha’s Boutiques.
In addition to this, our advertising and marketing will be aimed at the host community, producing even more opportunities for businesses to expand their brands to more expansive areas. Among our distinguished attendees was His excellent Sir Garfield Sobers. In 2022, Her Excellency, the Most Honourable Dame Sandra Prunella Mason, the first President of the Republic of Barbados, made a surprise visit to the event accompanied by Major David Clarke, ADC, Barbados High Commissioner to the UK, His Excellency Milton Inniss, and other members of his diplomatic staff.
We have been entertained by Lil Rick, Rhesa Garnes, Kirk Brown, Admiral Nelson, Donella, Statement, Youngblood, and RPB (Red Plastic Bag). Local Bajan Heritage artists like Devine, Ms Desire, and Carrol Mapp have all performed at the event in recent years. In 2023, our headliner was Nikita, “The Orange Songbird.”. this year’s songbird will be Rhesa Garnes, making a return appearance and UK-based Terrah Dan.
Tickets available online: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-lil-bit-a-bim-2024-at-broomleys-cricket

A Lecture by Mia Amor Mottley, Prime Minister of Barbados
2023-12-06 17:30 - 19:30 | London School of Economics and Political Science, Houghton Street, London, WC2A 2AE, United Kingdom
