October was Black History Month and there were lots of events all over the Northwest. Certain workshops were media industry influenced and took place in Stockport Libraries for people of all ages and children to help create interest and develop talent. This included the ‘Beat on the Street’ event, at High Lane Library, for young people “A musical event aimed at young people aged 11-16. Come along and create your own soundtrack and beats, using the earliest recorded Black music and techno sound effects. Design your own funky CD cover” and the ‘Word on the Street’ event at Cheadle Library for children ” A chance to express yourself by laying down some rap lyrics and creating your own tag!” Also the ‘Black and Read’ book collection which visited several

For more information of how to get involved in next years Black history month or if you would like to contribute your media and creative skills to help create new workshop ideas, please contact;Sue Griffiths
Information & Publicity Manager (Adults & Communities)
Stockport Council
Ponsonby House, Edward Street
Stockport SK1 3UR
Telephone: 0161 474 4626
Website: <http://www.stockport.gov.uk/>