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The Committee of Lost Memories Cafe

By Katy Beinart - 6th December, 2011

We are proposing a pop-up shop and cafe in Charlemont's row of shops which will take place over 1-2 weeks in February 2012. Leading on from our previous research, the shop would have multiple functions including: acting as an archive space for collecting and displaying artefacts and memories about the estate; holding classes and activities for adults which reflect the lost trades and knowledge of the community (and providing a space for 'local experts'); holding games nights to re-enact lost games; and generating funds through a cafe which people can then make a pitch for to make small local projects happen.

Sample programme for the shop to include (tbc):
Flower arranging;
Butcher – how to use cuts of meat and sausage making;
Cheese-making;
Bread-making;
Wildlife talk using locally grown produce;
Re-enacting old games.

We will design the space and furniture using reclaimed and locally sourced furniture and objects, with help from student volunteers.

Project Schedule:

Mid-Dec to mid-Jan 2012
• develop programme
• develop audience
• meeting in Charlemont with community
• material collection

Mid-Jan to early February
• design and materials
• finalise programme
• produce publicity

Mid-Feb
• Constructing cafe
• Running cafe

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