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Friday Late @ V&A South Kensington

It’s the V&A’s Late this Friday and this month, they theme architecture and the role it plays in reflection, resilience and reclamation, inspired by their Tropical Modernism exhibition. You can expect DJ sets and dance performances influenced by folk and classical music of decolonised nations as well as discussions, short films and exhibitions on the subject of colonialism and decolonisation, politics and power.

North London Book Festival @ Alexandra Palace

This literary celebration features debut and iconic authors alike with readings, panel discussions, Q&As, workshops and book-signings across multiple stages at the Palace! Get tickets for talks with esteemed authors like Natalie Haynes, Peter Hain and (a personal favourite) Lemony Snicket! There will also be a host acclaimed debut authors and there will be opportunities after the events to mingle and get your books signed. You can also pick up your next read from the festival book store.

Fanciful Figures Exhibition @ Sir John Soane’s Museum

This exhibition spotlights ‘staffage’, which are the small human and animal figures featured in architectural drawings, which became increasingly popular during the 18th century. The exhibition aims to demonstrate the ability of staffage to bring an architect’s vision to life and how these features shift in style, demographics, work and culture over time.

Just as architects today use staffage to help prospective buyers imagine a life in and around new developments, these historic scenes were created to market new possibilities to audiences and draw attention to special aspects of the design.

Ideal Home Show // Eat & Drink Festival @ Olympia London

The UK’s biggest home and garden show is back, accompanied by the Eat & Drink festival. Spend a day getting inspired for your own decorating plans, attend a talk by the nations favourite Martin Lewis on money matters, find out how to reset your home this Spring and watch chefs whip up some fake-aways and 30-minute masterpieces. You can also sign up for one of their easter wreath making workshops, wine tastings or cocktail masterclasses and have your ticket included!

Friday Jazz @ Oxford House Cafe

Kick off the weekend with a performance by the Oxford House Jazz Band, a four-piece ensemble of sax, double bass, keys and drums. This event is free and donations go towards their free programmes and projects reaching those who may face additional barriers to engaging in arts and culture.

Price: Free (Donations welcome)

Friends of The London Weekend

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☕️ If you’re looking to liven up your mornings or work from home set-up, London-based coffee roaster, Assembly Coffee offers Discovery Packs of their fabulous, freshly-roasted coffee available in packs of 3 and packs of 6.