The Portico has long been a facilitator of community classes, events & experiences in West Norwood….
Here are a few projects we have been delighted to support and contribute to…
FUNDRAISING
SOUNDS FOR CHARITY
A Semi-regular event to raise money for local charity SRA who help those in need in the community. Glen T & Love TKO soundsytem + friends will be playing all day in the Portico Gardens.
All proceeds from the tickets go to SRA
YOUTHSAYERS FUNDRAISING
An incredible night of live music, drinks, dancing and food for the community to enjoy. All proceeds from the tickets went to supporting Youthsayers, a local jazz band for young musicians. Previous performances from Youthsayers bands, Wulu, Slick & Bobby with Southsayers Horns & Ramfunk.
Coming up - Oscar Jerome, Oreglo, Youthsayers & Canopy
fundraiser for morocco
An evening of Live Music & Djs to raise money for Duar Telfeten at The Portico
Duar Telefeten is a small village of 50 inhabitants in the Atlas, one of the areas most affected by the catastrophic September earthquake. The magnitude of 6.9 struck so powerfully that near the epicentre all buildings collapsed, leaving villages like Duar Telefeten completely destroyed. As a result, people are currently living in tents, in poor conditions. With winter looming, they urgently need proper shelter to protect them from the cold and snow.
FUNDRAISER FOR HUNI KUIN
Three of the Huni Kuin Spiritual leaders (Pajes) from the Novo Futuro village (located in the Humaitá River deep in the Brazilian Amazon Rainforest) will be at Portico Gallery to share powerful messages for our individual, collective and planetary healing.
All profits from this fundraiser were used to support them with this project. this event is to raise awareness and funds for projects in the forest.
future events & workshops
COMING SOON
Pottery
Coming soon! A course, welcoming all potters, from complete beginners to those experienced with clay. Those new to the medium will receive a secure grounding in the basic skills and methods involved in making and decorating clay; and those with existing knowledge and experience will receive the stimulus and any assistance they need to develop their skills and refine their competency.
PoRTICO FILM CLUB
THRIFT MARKET
A local second hand clothing market to encourage a a circular economy when it comes to buying and selling clothes. We’re aiming to help people step away from unsustainable, enviromentally harmful ways of shopping.
If you would like to secure a spot to trade (1 time offer of £10 per pitch) Please register your interest & email is at -
info@theportico.uk
PEOPLE WE WORK WITH
West Norwood Feast is a community event built around 100 market stalls over five sites along the high street. It is run almost entirely by local volunteers who book the stalls and organise a full programme of free children’s activities and live entertainment. It is a farmer’s market, a craft fair, a flea market and a street food hub all rolled into one, yet the goal has always been to provide an experience that was wider than that.
youthsayers
Youthsayers is a free of charge , creative music opportunity for young people aged between 11 to 20 year olds living in the Lambeth area. Run by professional musicians and teachers from established international performing and recording band, Soothsayers. Youthsayers offers the chance to work with us and other young musicians on Afro-beat, jazz , reggae / dub influenced music. The project is designed to develop the confidence and a wide variety of skills in young musicians as well as developing a passion for music.
SOME MORE local groups WE ARE PROUD TO WORK WITH
Past Workshops /initiatives
Life Drawing
An informal, friendly and supportive group, welcoming beginners, novices and advanced artists alike. Sessions involve differing projects, in which the group has fun working collaboratively, sharing contributions on poses, lighting, materials, and general creative expression.
Bloom
A weekly after-school workshop for all budding young artists, welcoming all children, aged 6-12. Run by artist and qualified teacher, Jessie, this workshop invites children to create and express themselves artistically, showcasing their creations at West Norwood’s local community market, FEAST. A fun and exciting opportunity for all involved.
Community Choir
A joyous union of hearts and voices, coming together each week in glorious harmony. Taking on fun and easy melodies, as well as more extensive, complex works, the community choir is always welcoming new members. Developing one’s musicality and range of voice, or picking up a new hobby and meeting new people, all are welcome here!
SUSTENANCE
Located at the front of The Portico on Knight’s Hill, Sustenance provides enviromentally and socially friendly food at affordable prices for the local community of West Norwood.
“As a consumerist society the best way we can use our power is through our political action and consumerist action. By buying ethically produced and environmentally friendlier food we are making choices for ourselves about the impact the items we consume have on our and everyone elses future. “
YOGA NIDRA
Facilitated by the Yoga Nidra Network and Portico Gallery, a FREE community yoga nidra session to RECONNECT, RESTORE and ARISE RENEWED. A RADICAL ACT OF COMMUNITY REST! Donations welcome, all profits go to PORTICO FUNDS and local charitable ventures. . .
FREE COMMUNITY POTTERY EVENt
We’ll provide you with the clay you need to create your masterpiece, and once you’ve finished, we’ll fire it in our kiln. This is a great chance to let your creativity run wild and create something truly unique that will be part of a larger community art project.
No experience is necessary, and all skill levels are welcome. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner, we invite you to come and be a part of this exciting community event. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors and make a day of it!
This FREE drop-in workshop is part of the West Norwood Cemetery special Open Day on Saturday 20 May, 11am-3pm, running as part of the ChooSE27 Festival of events and activities happening all across West Norwood and Tulse Hill between Friday 12 May- Sunday 29 May