Paige Lewin

Curls and Conversations

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Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Libraries

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Brompton Library

Black History 365 - Kensington & Chelsea Libraries

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Black History Month 2025

This year's theme, Standing Firm in Power and Pride, honours Black communities' strength, resilience, and unwavering commitment to progress. Our events explore this powerful legacy, while celebrating continued empowerment, unity, and growth.

Curls and Conversations!Join us at Brompton Library for a fun and interactive event celebrating all things afro hair! Learn tips and tricks for maintaining healthy hair, discover new products, and connect with other afro hair enthusiasts. On the day, there will be two different talks and a live demo. Don't miss out on this opportunity to embrace and celebrate afro hair! Everyone is welcome!Get ready! Paige Lewin will be dropping by for an exclusive one-hour meet and greet — happening sometime during the event!What to expect:<ul><li>Pop-up shop from Black-owned brands</li><li>Two talks, including one live demo</li><li>Tips on hair techniques and styling</li><li>Music, good conversation and light refreshments</li></ul>Timetable12:00 - 16:00 Pop-up shop12:30-13:30 Elevating Natural Hair through Self-Care &amp; Expression 30 minutes talk/demo (limited spaces)14:00-15:00 Unpacking the Problem of Hair Loss Among Black Women 30 minutes talk (limited spaces)We will have several brands selling hair and beauty products. This is a chance to help support black owned businessesWhen you book a talk, you will also have general admission to the pop-up shopWe hope to see you there!

Agenda

We have several stalls selling hair and beauty brands. From jewellery to hair products and hair accessories. 

Pop-Up Shop

This is a talk on understanding afro hair and how to maintain healthy hair care routines. There will also be a live demo of how to care for your afro hair. Additionally, a confidence-boosting discussion about self-love, hair journeys, and breaking beauty standards. There will also be an open Q&A session for attendees to ask questions about all things hair-related.

Elevating Natural Hair through Self-Care & Expression by La'Rose Luxe Hair

Hair loss is silently sweeping through Black communities, affecting women of all ages and backgrounds—yet it’s often overlooked or misunderstood. In this eye-opening talk, we’ll explore the root causes, from cultural styling practices to medical conditions and misinformation. Discover how reclaiming hair health is about more than beauty.