TALK & BOOK SIGNING: The Tate Library, Brixton by Bill Linskey A new book published by the Brixton Society aims to tell the story of how Brixton came to have the fine library that has been serving its population for more than a century. As the library was the gift of Henry Tate, sugar magnate and philanthropist, we have to tell his story as well. There will be free light refreshments.

How Stockwell Lost Its Green, an illustrated talk by Bill Linskey How did the ancient village green of Stockwell come to be built over in the Victorian era? The answer to this question will reveal a good deal of the history of the area. The venue for the talk is itself a rare survival: a purpose-built L.C.C. laundry for the use of housing estate residents, now in use as a community centre. The Old Laundry, 20 Eastcote Street, Stockwell, SW9…

#Brixton Local Heroes Initiative will present new nominations; the unveiling of a work of art; and of a digital ‘Roll of Honour’ display to keep alive for Brixton Library visitors - especially young people – the memory of Brixton Local Heroes. #we belong