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) Writing Our Legacy, in association with New Writing South, has announced the launch of the first edition of Covert – a literary magazine showcasing the talent of Black, Asian and ethnically diverse writers and artists.
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The magazine primarily showcases original writing and art by people from or with links to Sussex. The theme for the inaugural edition is Sussex Fortuneteller: What Do Writers See in the Future? Fifteen writers and six artists have been selected to feature in the magazine. Guest Editors Dean Atta and Umi Sinha, who supported the magazine editorial team, have provided mentoring and editorial direction for the development of their work.
Allsorts of Wellbeing podcast can all do for our mental wellbeing. Jo Ansell, LGBT+ youth support worker and lead on Allsorts of Thoughts, said: “I’ve had the privilege ) The young people at LGBTU+ of working behind the scenes to make youth charity, Allsorts Youth Project, this episode happen. The superb young have released the latest episode of people have put hours of time, thought Allsorts of Thoughts – a podcast and effort into making this episode made by and for LGBTU+ young and have been dedicated and truly people. inspiring.” The latest episode, Allsorts of Wellbeing, is a gathering of ideas, tips and information about how to embrace the practical things that we
Rainbow Chorus’ exciting Xmas plans The shows will be crammed with musical stocking fillers – from chorus classics and brand new songs to singalong festive faves.
Covert launches on Saturday, December 5 at Writing Our Legacy’s end of season online celebration event, which will feature live music and readings from writers and artists of colour. D To purchase a digital or physical copy from December 5, visit: www. writingourlegacy.org.uk/writers-artists/covert-a-new-literary-magazine/
New wall art with a punk twist on St James’s Street
D To listen to the podcast, visit: https://tinyurl.com/yxpvrnnn D For more info on Allsorts, visit: www.allsortsyouth.org.uk
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Covert: a new literary magazine showcasing Black, Asian and ethnically diverse writers and artists
) The Rainbow Chorus, Brighton & Hove’s LGBTQ+ inclusive choir, has announced a two-for-one Christmas concert, Stocking Up (Just in Case…!) for Christmas, to take place online on Saturday, December 12.
The Rainbow Chorus says: “Join us for brunch as we help you get into the Christmas spirit earlier in the day before we return in the evening for more Rainbow Chorus festive fare. Our famous hamper raffle is of course back again this year.” f For more info on tickets etc, keep checking The Rainbow Chorus Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ RainbowChorus
THT launches HIV remembrance hub ones lost to the HIV epidemic are remembered this year.
) Brand new wall art of Freddie Mercury has been posted up in pride of place in St James’s Street on the wall of the Sussex Beacon shop by international pasting art sensations The Postman Art. The group has replaced the previous artwork with a new colourful version, complete with Red Ribbon for World Aids Day (WAD), and has also replaced two images on Prowler’s shopfront, which had suffered vandalism, with images of trans non-binary performers Amanda Lepore and Honey Dijon. The Postman Art, known for their iconic images of rebels served with a punk twist, said: “Our works aim to cheer up the public during these strange times. We aim to celebrate LGBTQ+ culture in an impactful, yet respectful, culturally aware manner. “St James’s Street now sports two trans and nonbinary activists and performers, Amanda Lepore and Honey Dijon for Prowler and Freddie for the Beacon Shop, in honour of Trans Week of Visibility and WAD. Check ’em out and grab a picture of yourself with Freddie, and share on social media.” D Check out and buy their work by visiting www.thepostmanart.com i www.instagram.com/thepostman_art/
Ian Green, THT chief executive, said: “Despite the coronavirus restrictions, we knew we had to find a way to bring people together to remember lost loved ones.” ) Ahead of this World Aids Day on Tuesday, December 1, HIV and sexual health charity Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) launched an online platform to make sure loved
D To leave a message, visit: https://tht.dedicationpage.org/ worldaidsday/ D More info on THT: www.tht.org.uk
Queer in Brighton LGBTQ+ History Club Burns MBE will be talking about her experience and work on trans history.
) Queer in Brighton LGBTQ+ History Club returns for an evening of stories, talks and local history on Sunday, December 13 from 6pm. Campaigner and writer Christine
In the second part of the evening, The Clare Project will take you on a journey through the last 20 years, sharing a snapshot of its past, present and future. The event is totally FREE but booking required: https://tinyurl.com/ QueerinBrighton
