Ana here with the Islington Storyteller’s February recommendations covering all things local for this month. Following a much-needed winter break, the Islington Storyteller has been looking out for what’s buzzing in the neighbourhood these days to share it all with you in this newsletter. Read to the end for special offers for Islington London subscribers, and check out the Trees for Streets initiative to make our borough greener.
Trees for Streets in Islington!
Consider helping our neighbourhood look greener by joining Trees for Streets – an initiative where you can sponsor a tree to be planted on your street. More info here
The Local(ish) events list
2nd February – 25 March – Exhibition at the Victoria Miro
Grayson Perry: Posh Cloths is a selection of textile works from the past eight years, including new tapestries by the artist.
More here
3rd February (and weekly onwards) – Free art club
This is a new weekly initiative by the Hargrave Hall Community Centre starting in early February. All you need to do is drop in on the day after 4 pm!
More info
11th February – Mahler No. 7 by Fidelio Orchestra
If you were wondering what to do next Saturday, this performance by Fidelio Orchestra is not to be missed. The programme features Mahler’s Symphony No. 7 in E minor – the most virtuosic of Mahler’s works, written in the early 1900s. Conducted by Raffaello Morales. Venue: Church of St Andrew, Holborn
Tickets at £15-25, book here.
Weekly – Life drawing in Candid Arts Trust
All classes are at £15. There is also an option to join online!
Book here
Tuesdays and Thursdays – Tango fever near Exmouth Market
Begginer friendly classes are hosted in a studio between Angel & Farringdon with classes for £12.
Schedule and booking here
11th February – Molly Hocking at the O2 Academy
In 2019, Molly won the eighth series of The Voice UK, winning a recording contract with Polydor Records and now is coming to our neighbourhood for a first live performance since Covid-19. Tickets at £11.Tickets here
13th February – Poetry at Hackney Empire
Workshop hosted by Hackney Empire calling all poets, creative writers and storytellers aged 16-21. This event is free.
More info
Various days in Feb – Walking tours of Islington
Discover the local history with these superb walking tours by Nigel Smith. You can choose between two options – Evolving Islington and Acton’s Lost Cinemas. Both are equally worth your time! Tickets at £15.
Ticket info
Every Friday & Saturday – Party at Bubba
For a local Friday night out head to the Bubba Oasis with parties 8 pm-late with and entrance ticket for just £5.
Ticket info
Any time you feel like it – Book date at the Bookbar
The ethos of this place is all about sharing your love for books (and drinks) with a friend, a loved one or just with yourself. Make sure to check out their book club and events lineup.
More info
New things to try
Some fresh spots recently opened in the neighbourhood
Raclette anyone? Tabac Cafe got you covered. This lovely new place has just opened in Exmouth Market and is already brimming with happy customers indulging in cheese in all of its shapes and forms. You will find this beauty hiding in between Cafe Kick and the Street Easy.
The Hicce Hart gastro-pub had a refurbishment recently and are offering special lunch deals Tue-Fri for only £12. We tried, and totally recommend!
Recent dish highlights include; Pappardelle with swiss chard, Roast pork sandwiches, Smoked mackerel rillettes and pig’s head terrine and Beef ribs.
Notice salon discount
Offer for Islington London subscribers only from a new hair salon by creative director Danilo Brandimarte near Old Street. Get a 10% off your haircut and colour treatments using code
ISLINGTON 10
More info here
And it’s a wrap! We will be back with more recommendations next month. As always, please get in touch if there is something the newsletter and magazine are not covering yet and you’d like to see more of in the new issues.
Photos courtesy of Young’s Pubs, Hicce Hart and Notice Salon
