{"title": "Social Wednesday", "start": "2026-11-04T18:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Poplar Union", "address": "Cotall Street 2, E14 6TL London", "price": "Pay what you can", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://book.plinth.org.uk/e/KBsKmUCKKlvAgHEd7jVb", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["diy/crochet", "games/board-games"], "description": "Social Wednesday is a weekly community evening of shared activities such as chess, board games, crochet, quilting and a reading corner. Poplar Union hosts it, with no instructors, so participants inspire one another and can share their own talents and ideas. Materials like wool, crochet hooks, books and quilting fabrics are supplied, and there is gentle music plus a tea and coffee area. It is for ages 18+ and you pay what you can.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/social-wednesday-76778/", "official_url": "https://poplarunion.com/event/social-wednesday/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/72d9a3440017b09b226ed4da419be6c77257f4a00890b84d906d1b0fc08183ed-2000.webp", "dates": [{"start": "2026-11-04T18:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Poplar Union", "address": "Cotall Street 2, E14 6TL London", "tickets": ""}], "similar": [{"title": "Crafting is Connecting", "start": "2026-11-02T18:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-02T20:00:00Z", "place": "St. Margaret's House", "address": "Old Ford Road 15-23, E2 9PJ London", "price": "FREE", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.tickettailor.com/events/stmargaretshouse/1640423/select-date", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["art/crafts/knitting"], "description": "Crafting is Connecting is a free knitting and crochet group that meets on the first Monday of each month. It is run by three volunteer knitting and crochet enthusiasts at The Create Place at St Margaret's House. Local community members meet in a relaxed, peer-to-peer setting to work on their own projects, exchanging skills, ideas and advice. These are not formal classes, and materials and tools are provided, though attendees should bring their own knitting or crochet project.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/crafting-is-connecting-38780/", "official_url": "https://www.stmargaretshouse.org.uk/events/workshop-crafting-is-connecting", "image": "https://noky.io/images/fcd91ea7321965c374fb9c8da431e649991d3b9d595d9ef300384c754366fd3d-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Crochet with Janki", "start": "2026-11-11T18:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Poplar Union", "address": "Cotall Street 2, E14 6TL London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://book.plinth.org.uk/e/eTUTKaLU0wKYSiYmEtf7", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["diy/crochet"], "description": "A crochet class for complete beginners and anyone wanting to refresh their skills. Participants learn foundational stitches, how to read patterns, and tips for choosing materials, with no prior experience needed. It is run by Janki at Poplar Union and is for ages 18 and over.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/crochet-with-janki-76783/", "official_url": "https://poplarunion.com/event/crochet-with-janki/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/688b857bae3e5a8f1d082fec46bab76626b9b3f9497b5a28abb4bc8aae315c08-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Sew Socials (PM)", "start": "2026-11-02T11:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Somers Town Community Centre", "address": "Ossulston Street 150, NW1 1EE London", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["diy/sewing"], "description": "Sew Socials (PM) is a sewing workshop held at the Somers Town Community Association's Upstairs Open Space. It is organised by the Somers Town Community Association, which runs programmes and events at the centre. The session runs in the afternoon, complementing the centre's other activities.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/sew-socials-pm-42048/", "official_url": "https://www.somerstown.org.uk/events/sewing-workshop-335/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/b37186fc903c308933a3e3e571944677a5ff4fb20b26805277f180f7de81453c-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Maker Meet-up", "start": "2026-11-04T18:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Poplar Union", "address": "Cotall Street 2, E14 6TL London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/maker-meet-up-4-tickets-2002712443831?keep_tld=true", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["community"], "description": "Maker Meet-up is a relaxed, inclusive regular meet-up for makers of any level and any artform, from theatremakers, writers, actors and directors to poets, musicians, comedians and producers. It is run by Brad, a writer, dramaturg and critic who is Programme & Engagement Manager at Greenwich Theatre and a champion of new writing and artists at all career stages. It offers a friendly, low-stakes sounding board for new ideas or projects in progress, a chance to connect, co-work, collaborate and expand your network of like-minded creatives. Poplar Union hopes the network built there could lead to events such as scratch nights, open mics, play readings and workshops.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/maker-meet-up-76776/", "official_url": "https://poplarunion.com/event/maker-meet-up/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/2d7fc108f5b2c2007dba8eaaf96c550eeb19eaa9dcea1f1059d92c9cb6a6f8dd-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Friday Social", "start": "2026-10-30T13:00:00Z", "end": "2026-10-30T15:00:00Z", "place": "Time and Talents", "address": "The Old Mortuary, St Marychurch Rd, London, SE16 4JE, United Kingdom", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["community/seniors"], "description": "Friday Social is a regular afternoon group for people aged 55 and over who enjoy keeping busy and meeting others. It is run by Time and Talents, with each session offering chat, entertainment and activities chosen by the group itself. Guest-led sessions, reminiscence workshops, dancing, books and occasional days out are all part of the mix. For many members it is the highlight of the week, a regular space to relax, laugh and feel part of something.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/friday-social-75080/", "official_url": "https://www.timeandtalents.org.uk/event/friday-social-group-2/2026-10-30/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/ddbf92e40d24bc38b45c48fe09b885165f119e81d84afcc4b553f56ca234cd1d-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Open Studio: Photography, Making & Stories at Poplar Union", "start": "2026-11-04T11:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Poplar Union", "address": "Cotall Street 2, E14 6TL London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://book.plinth.org.uk/e/dDOcsGa93Em3shjfcxhI", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["art/photography"], "description": "A weekly open studio at Poplar Union exploring photography, collage, embroidery, illustration and oral history, open to all. Sessions respond to everyday stories, food, place and personal experience, moving between indoor making and gentle explorations of the local area such as the canal, markets and community gardens. They are informal and process-led, with materials provided and no experience needed, though aimed at those aged 18 and over. Visitors can join quietly, experiment, share ideas or simply make alongside others.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/open-studio-photography-making-stories-at-poplar-union-76774/", "official_url": "https://poplarunion.com/event/open-studio-photography-making-stories-at-poplar-union/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/03326a75895f3ce50de00bbe07f5662f7001624096c8b2b1980038519004bc00-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Poplar Chess Club: Indoors", "start": "2026-11-04T18:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Poplar Union", "address": "Cotall Street 2, E14 6TL London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://book.plinth.org.uk/e/5M1h4rJEjyCCS5xtesLZ", "category": "quiz-games", "tags": ["games/chess"], "description": "Poplar Chess Club: Indoors is a relaxed chess session open to all abilities, from total beginners to seasoned players. It is run by Poplar Chess Club and offers a quieter space for focused games, learning and skill-building. Visitors can meet fellow enthusiasts, sharpen their skills, share tips or simply enjoy a friendly game. Some boards are provided, though bringing your own board is encouraged, and children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/poplar-chess-club-indoors-76777/", "official_url": "https://poplarunion.com/event/poplar-chess-club/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/62be1a2f0eba87e5607ddb0099ab69d44cc13a0bf853df416d7a2928bdf519f0-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Sew Socials", "start": "2026-11-02T10:30:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Somers Town Community Centre", "address": "Ossulston Street 150, NW1 1EE London", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["diy/sewing"], "description": "Sew Socials is a sewing get-together at Somers Town Community Centre, where people come together around sewing, DIY projects and upcycling. It is run by the Somers Town Community Association and touches on textile waste through hands-on making.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/sew-socials-42047/", "official_url": "https://www.somerstown.org.uk/events/sew-socials/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/7581dfed9e2692cf21b9359d56189ce554ee859b64071fa6965514969efb9734-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Create, Draw, Meet", "start": "2026-11-04T13:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Poplar Union", "address": "Cotall Street 2, E14 6TL London", "price": "Donation", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://book.plinth.org.uk/e/Q6ziwPqzIfhA4OnPjDw5", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["art/drawing", "diy/textiles"], "description": "Create, Draw, Meet is a relaxed, informal creative meet up for all, with a cuppa, biscuit and chat while trying drawing, painting, collage and textiles. It is facilitated by Keren, a textile designer and educator who works as a print designer in the fashion industry and is a member of the Learning Workshop Team at the Royal Academy of Arts. All materials are provided, the session is open to everyone, especially newcomers, and it is a 'pay what you feel' event with no financial barriers. Participants can stay for the full two and a half hours or drop in for a creative and social break.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/create-draw-meet-76775/", "official_url": "https://poplarunion.com/event/create-draw-meet-2/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/d869284cc51c02eaabdc5a9a650bfadd04395f2fad4debffcc31bfb9614049fa-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Stitching Circle", "start": "2026-10-31T14:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Church Street Library", "address": "Church Street 67, NW8 8EU London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["diy/textiles"], "description": "Stitching Circle is a regular Saturday afternoon gathering where people knit, crochet or embroider together. It is hosted at the library and welcomes all skill levels, from beginners to improvers. Participants bring their own project to work on and learn and improve their skills together.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/stitching-circle-73893/", "official_url": "https://www.westminster.gov.uk/event/stitching-circle", "image": "https://noky.io/images/13e5855fc52c52c3e394c9a8dc655cc5bd1121edfb92149e6844a72336b79c4f-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Sociable Sewing", "start": "2026-11-10T10:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-10T13:00:00Z", "place": "The Mill", "address": "Coppermill Lane 7-11, E17 7HA London", "price": "£2 donation to The Mill", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["diy/sewing"], "description": "Sociable Sewing is a relaxed gathering where people enjoy sewing in welcoming and friendly company. Participants bring their own sewing, patchwork or embroidery, and can learn a new skill with a tutor. It takes place at The Mill, a community space on Coppermill Lane in Walthamstow, London. Project kits are occasionally available for a small cost, with a £2 donation to The Mill asked for entry.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/sociable-sewing-42481/", "official_url": "https://themille17.org/events/sociable-sewing-18-2026-10-27/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/b20a534803c157a8051721560f7b696d6cbeae649081438ce010e80cefd93a07-600.webp"}, {"title": "Stitch Night", "start": "2026-10-28T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-25T00:00:00Z", "place": "Woolwich Works", "address": "No 1 Street 11, SE18 6HD London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["diy/making"], "description": "Stitch Night is a free, social craft evening held in the Visitors' Book Café. It is run by Woolwich Works, who invite people to bring their own knitting, crochet, stitching or hand-sewing projects. Makers meet over a cuppa to chat and share their love of craft. It is not a formal class, but help is offered if you get stuck on a project.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/stitch-night-40358/", "official_url": "https://www.woolwich.works/events/stitch-night", "image": "https://noky.io/images/cf004cfdc060de24bf5410ccdb995fab2055b67bc6e9283e63782e49ddacc940-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Thursday Group: Cake and Craft", "start": "2026-11-05T13:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-05T15:00:00Z", "place": "Company Drinks", "address": "Longbridge Road, IG11 8TA Barking", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["diy/making"], "description": "Thursday Group: Cake and Craft is an extra crafting session with making, picking and processing activities, fuelled by a cup of tea and a slice of cake, and if sunny the group may go pick something or spend time in the garden. Pip and Thursday Group, run by Company Drinks, are behind it, a group for people aged 50+. Those interested can get in touch by email to come along.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/thursday-group-cake-and-craft-41296/", "official_url": "https://companydrinks.info/event/thursday-group-cake-and-craft-38/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/c68e841ee574884511e5bb047906fa7619637587f37007518d266f286c41a8b6-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Drop-in Arts & Crafts Session", "start": "2026-10-30T13:00:00Z", "end": "2026-10-30T19:00:00Z", "place": "Home", "address": "Deptford High Street 37, SE8 4AD London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["art/crafts"], "description": "A low-pressure drop-in arts and crafts session where anyone can pick art supplies from the venue's collection and get creative, with prompts and a free activity book of ideas for those unsure what to make. Entry is free, and free board games are on offer alongside a 2-4-1 happy hour cocktails deal from 4pm to 7pm and 10% off drinks for students. It takes place at Home Deptford on Deptford High Street.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/drop-in-arts-crafts-session-36536/", "official_url": "https://www.homedeptford.com/event-details/drop-in-arts-crafts-session-2026-10-28-13-00", "image": "https://noky.io/images/1441b13ffb9cd2169e3757a7e4ea624024bf22eebbffea3bee14ad39618e20c7-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Autumn Term What's in Common? Monthly Social for Creatives", "start": "2026-10-29T00:00:00Z", "end": "2026-12-17T00:00:00Z", "place": "Roundhouse", "address": "Chalk Farm Road, NW1 8EH London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://booking.roundhouse.org.uk/71655/71657", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["art", "music"], "description": "What's in Common? 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No booking is needed: just come as you are, bring photo ID and sign in at the creative studios front desk.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/autumn-term-whats-in-common-monthly-social-for-creatives-64948/", "official_url": "https://www.roundhouse.org.uk/whats-on/drop-in-whats-in-common-au26/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/ca5f3db676a2d414c74b29c1bb41184425c33c0928b44f805f39932638bbd3b3-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Knitting & Crocheting Club", "start": "2026-11-05T12:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-05T14:00:00Z", "place": "West Ealing Community Library", "address": "Melbourne Avenue, W13 9BA London", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["art/crafts/knitting"], "description": "The Knitting & Crocheting Club is a welcoming group at West Ealing Community Library for anyone who loves knitting or crocheting. The library runs these fortnightly sessions for fun, creativity, and connection. Participants can practice and refine their skills and share their latest projects to get inspired. It is perfect for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced crafters.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/knitting-crocheting-club-70791/", "official_url": "https://wecl.org.uk/activities-and-events/knitting-crocheting-club-17/2026-11-05/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/24b7241f9ad64fb1e481e3883aefbd519de5f5e7d826d9d722db1cf30d15d526-1200.webp"}]}