What's On Thursday 10th October in Bristol

Events on Thursday 10th October

“Medieval rulers of England and France often claimed descent from a part demonic, part angelic, part human, part fish-tailed creature called Melusine - a creator of peace and of conflict, a builder of cities, a vengeful daughter and a wronged wife – a legendary figure who the kings would credit for their achievements and blame for their cruelties.”
From: Fairytales for grown-ups - MELUSINE

“This participatory workshop will include the distinctive mbira rhythms, songs, percussive accompaniment with traditional ‘hosho’ shakers, ululating and dance. Mbira music lifts the spirits and feeds the soul.”
From: Afrika Eye Presents: Kure Kure Workshop with Anna

“Extract is an indie business we know and love, who have made a big impact in Bristol with their mission of simply ‘Making coffee better’. We will be discussing their decision to move premises twice and how to manage the expansion of your business, whilst maintaining core values. Sourcing ethically and responsibly from farmers around the world, we will be asking why this responsibility matters, and how they created the bridge between growing communities and your morning cup of coffee.”
From: Startup Stories #9: Extract Coffee Roasters

“"What to do when everything goes up in flames? Summon up Tom Sastry’s poems, with all their elegant, satirical, and hurt-quenching power: here are nightmares and fairytales, museums full of regret, misenchantments and magic for dark times."”
From: Raise the Bar 'Spotlight' | Tom Sastry book launch

“On Sunday afternoons Peter enjoys peace and quiet sat on a bench in Central Park, away from his wife, two daughters, two cats and two parakeets. That is until Jerry disrupts his tranquil world. As Jerry tells stories of his life that would seem tragically poetic if they weren’t so bizarre, Peter becomes increasingly perplexed and concerned for both of their well-being.”
From: The Zoo Story