Ideas for January from the British Library

Join us for music, literature and comedy from West Africa Our West Africa-themed events programme includes comedy with Gina Yashere, a literary talk with Wole Soyinka and music from Mali’sTrio Da Kali and Ghanaian duo FOKN Bois. Book now >

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Free family activities Visit our interactive drumming and sound workshops or come dressed as your favourite #AliceinWonderland character at our Discovery Day. Find out more >

Explore our research collection Start your academic new year at our Doctoral Open Days, designed to explain the practicalities of using the Library, introduce you to our friendly staff and connect you with fellow researchers. Find out more >

Inspiring Entrepreneurs: Internet Icons Find out how to become the next internet sensation with Justine Roberts of Mumsnet, Ning Li of MADE.com and Renaud Visage of Eventbrite. Book now >

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