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ENJOY A RANGE OF ACTIVITIES IN NEWHAM’S PARKS, LEISURE CENTRES AND LIBRARIES CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE’S GUIDE TO

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ENJOY A RANGE

OF ACTIVITIES IN

NEWHAM’S PARKS,

LEISURE CENTRES

AND LIBRARIES

CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE’S GUIDE TO

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Hi!

I firstly wanted to wish you a happy and enjoyable upcoming summer school holidays. I bet you’re looking forward to a relaxing break, especially if you’ve had tests or exams this year (I hope they went well)!

I remember being super excited about the time I’d have off from school when I was your age as it meant six adventurous and fun weeks!

I’d spend my time hanging out with my mates, having a laugh playing in Plashet Park or going on picnics with my family and friends. I also spent time every day enjoying all the activities at the local library, including the Summer Reading Club. I read a lot of books!

To make sure your summer has plenty of memorable moments in Newham, like I did when I was growing up here, we’ve got hundreds of fun and interesting activities for you to enjoy.

Our summer event programme offers a great range of activities and events for you, your mates and members of your family to experience. Once again this summer most of them are completely free.

Our Youth Zones are back with a range of fun and fabulous activities including multi-sports, arts, music technology, video games and hair and beauty. As well as providing an opportunity to try something different with your friends, you can also get to meet new people, develop a talent or discover an interest that will keep you busy even when summer is over.

The very popular Summer Reading Challenge returns to your local library and there’s a range of fun sports activities across Newham’s parks. As well as that, the Discover Children’s Centre in Stratford offers free entry to all Newham’s residents.

If you want to pick up a new skill, get ahead of the game at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park with exciting courses and programmes at London Stadium Learning and East Summer School. You could become the next big thing in hip-hop, film making, fashion and much more.

The Newham Show also returns on 13 and 14 July. Get family, friends and neighbours of all ages together for a weekend filled with workshops, a funfair and giant pools. I really want our young people to get involved this year – it’s not just for your kid brothers and sisters! And if music is your thing, then don’t miss our two-day music extravaganza Under the Stars which is back from 10–11 August. It’s going to be really special this year.

As a young person in our borough, your well-being, happiness and safety is very important to us, and we want to give you as many positive opportunities to enjoy. It’s part of our plan for Newham to become the best place in the world for a young person to grow up, and that’s why you are at the heart of everything we do.

So click through the guide to view everything Newham has to offer for you and your friends.

We would love to share your summer fun, so don’t forget to tag us in all your photos via Twitter, Instagram or Snapchat. Use the hashtag #SummerinNewham.

So here’s wishing you a great summer holiday of adventure, laughter and fun! There’s a chance that I may even bump into you at one of the activities organised across the borough as I’ll be itching to join in!

Enjoy yourself and stay well.

Rokhsana FiazMayor of Newham

@rokhsanafiaz Rokhsana_Fiaz rokhsanafiaz

@newhamlondon newhamlondon newhamlondon

lbnYouthZones newhamyouthmovements

04-50 FAMILY FUN - NEWHAM SHOW

- UNDER THE STARS - SUMMER READING CHALLENGE - MEET THE AUTHOR - LEARNING WITH COMMUNITY NEIGHBOURHOODS

52-53 SUMMER AT THE FARM

54-57 HEADSTART

58-61 SPORTS

62-65 VOLUNTEERING

66 ROYAL DOCKS

68-69 YOUTH ZONES

70-73 PARKS & PARKLIVES

74-75 SUMMER AT QUEEN ELIZABETH PARK

76-77 FAMILY LEARNING

78-79 NEWHAM GIVING

80-81 VENUES

CONTENTS

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THE NEWHAM SHOWSaturday 13 and Sunday 14 July 12noon to 6pm Central Park, High Street South, East Ham, E6

Newham’s biggest FREE event, The Newham Show, returns to East Ham’s Central Park on 13 and 14 July. It’s an opportunity for families, friends and neighbours to come together and enjoy the summer.

Every year we want The Newham Show to be the best one yet! That’s why we’re doing things a little differently this year. We’re putting you at the heart of the event and turning the fun up to a hundred!

YOUTH ZONEAt the centre of the show this year will be the Youth Zone.

This will feature: • An indoor creative Youth Studio which will be run by

the borough’s amazing young people. • DJ and production workshops and a mini youth

film festival. • A graffiti wall. And much more!

FREE

People at the Heart of Everything We Do

13 & 14 JULY, 12 - 6PM CENTRAL PARK, EAST HAM E6

NEWHAMEVENTS @NEWHAMLONDON NEWHAMLONDON NEWHAMLONDON #NEWHAMSHOW

• BANDSTAND • FOOD VILLAGE • PICNIC AREA • MUSIC • BAR • PLUS MUCH MORE

• YOUTH ZONE • FUNFAIR • CHILDREN’S AREA • BIG TOP

FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIESThis year the Children’s Area will have a Peter Pan theme, so join Peter and Wendy as we fly off to our very own Neverland.

We’ll also be welcoming back old Newham Show family favourites. The funfair will be bigger and better this year and the ever-popular beach will also be returning.

Other attractions include: • A picnic area. • A victorian bandstand. • A bazaar where local traders will be showcasing

their products. • The food village for tantalizing street food and

homemade products. • A big top.

See our website for more detailswww.newham.gov.uk/newhamshow

newhamevents @newhamlondon newhamlondon newhamlondon

#NEWHAMSHOW

FREE FAMILY EVENT

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Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 AugustCentral Park, High Street South, East Ham, E6

Our FREE outdoor music spectacular Under the Stars will return to East Ham’s Central Park on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 August 2019. With music for every taste, there’s sure to be something for everyone to enjoy. So come around and bring your friends and family for a night under the stars.

For the latest on Under the Stars visit newham.gov.uk/uts

And don’t forget to follow us on social media for latest act announcements

www.newham.gov.uk/uts newhamevents @newhamlondon newhamlondon newhamlondon

UNDER THE STARS

UND ER THE

STARS

FREE OUTDOOR LIVE MUSIC

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The CrystalTuesdays – Saturdays10am – 5pm (last entry at 4.30pm)The Crystal, 1 Siemens Brothers Way, E16 1GB7+ years

Visit one of the world’s most sustainable buildings and step into the year 2050 by exploring technologies that can help keep our cities clean and green! With immersive and interactive exhibits and fun games to play – there’s something for everyone.

Run a virtual city for 40 years in our simulator, construct smart buildings, create energy by jogging on our kinetic pads, calculate your water footprint, and see how major cities around the world may look in the future.

Free entrance for all Newham residents and under 18s – please bring proof of address.

Call 020 7055 6400, email [email protected] or visit www.thecrystal.org

Kids’ Summer Splash27 July – 30 August Royal Victoria Dock, E16 1AHAll ages

Royal Victoria Dock will once again become a home for family fun this summer. Running over the school summer holidays, Kids’ Summer Splash will feature a kids’ paddling pool, double the size of last year’s pool, and a place to buy those all-important snacks and ice-creams! The Royal Docks Team are also working in partnership with National Open Water Coaching Association to provide a swimming area that will make swimming in the dock safe and accessible. Kids’ Summer Splash is free to enter so whether it’s building a sandcastle with the family or simply relaxing on a deck chair, it has something for all the members of the family.

For more details visit www.royaldocks.london

FUN AT THE BEACH

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Free Entry to Discover Children’s Story Centre

Saturday 27 July to Monday 12 August 10am – 5pm 0 – 8 years

In partnership with Newham Council, entry to Discover Children’s Story Centre is FREE to anyone living or working in Newham, from Saturday 27 July to Monday 12 August.

Adventure into magical Story Worlds; through light-up caves, into spaceships and under a sparkling rainbow. Make up stories for resident space alien Hootah or slide down a monster’s tongue in our sunny Story Garden.

This year’s immersive exhibition takes you into the world of Judith Kerr – with The Tiger Who Came to Tea and Mog the Forgetful Cat. Join the Tiger for tea and hear the tale of his surprise visit to Sophie and her mummy, then open the door and take a trip into the world of Mog.

Enjoy all this and Discover’s usual packed schedule of author and illustrator visits, storytelling, crafts and more.

For more details please call 020 8536 5555 or visit www.discover.org.uk

Please note: the exhibition and events have limited capacity and are subject to availability.

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NEWHAMCOMMUNITY

WEALTH BUILDING

Spend smart and save

this summer

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How to cut the cost of back to school essentialsBudget friendly tips for days out and activities.

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Library Opening TimesSTRATFORD LIBRARY(Library closed between Thursday 27 June - Wednesday 24 July)3 The Grove, E15 1ELMonday – Friday: 9am – 8pmSaturday: 9.30am – 8pmSunday: 1pm – 5pm020 3373 0826

PLAISTOW LIBRARYNorth Street Plaistow, E13 9HLMonday, Tuesday and Saturday: 9.30am – 5.30pmWednesday: 9.30am – 5pmThursday: 1pm – 8pmFriday: 9.30am – 5pm020 3373 0859

MANOR PARK LIBRARY685-693 Romford Road, E12 5ADMonday – Friday: 10am – 8pmSaturday: 10.30am – 8pm020 3373 0858

GREEN STREET LIBRARY337-341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9ARMonday – Friday: 10am – 8pmSaturday: 10.30am – 8pm020 3373 0857

FOREST GATE LIBRARY 2-6 Woodgrange Road, Forest Gate, E7 0QHMonday – Friday: 8am – 8pmSaturday: 10.30am – 8pm020 3373 0856

EAST HAM LIBRARY 328 Barking Road, E6 2RTMonday – Friday: 8am – 8pmSaturday: 9.30am – 8pm020 3373 0827

CANNING TOWN LIBRARY 18 Rathbone Market, Barking Road, E16 1EHMonday – Friday: 8am – 8pmSaturday: 9.30am – 8pm020 3373 0854

CUSTOM HOUSE LIBRARYPrince Regent Lane, E16 3JJMonday – Tuesday: 9.30am – 5.30pmThursday: 1pm – 8pmSaturday: 9.30am – 5.30pmWednesday and Friday: Closed020 3373 0855

BECKTON GLOBE LIBRARY1 Kingsford Way, E6 5JQMonday – Friday: 10am – 8pmSaturday: 10.30am – 8pm020 3373 0853

NORTH WOOLWICH LIBRARY5 Pier Parade, Pier Road, E16 2LJMonday – Tuesday: 9.30am – 5.30pmThursday: 1pm – 8pmWednesday and Friday: ClosedSaturday: 9.30am – 5.30pm020 3373 0843

Space Chase: Summer Reading Challenge 2019The theme for the 2019 Summer Reading Challenge is Space Chase, inspired by the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, Space Chase will take young readers on an out-of-this-world adventure with our super space family, The Rockets.

Your space mission this summer is to read six books and collect some super space-themed rewards, medal and certificate when you finish.

The challenge lands in all Newham Libraries this summer. Visit your local library to register for this year’s Summer Reading Challenge and join in on all the fun, free, creative activities.

LUNAR LEGO Come and have a go at building spaceships powered by pull back motors and all things space related in our super space-themed Lego workshops as part of this year’s Summer Reading Challenge, Space Chase. All Lego provided. Booking is advisable to avoid disappointment.5+ years

Green Street Library Monday 29 July 10am

Plaistow Library Monday 29 July 12pm

East Ham Library Monday 29 July 2pm and 4pm

North Woolwich Library Tuesday 30 July 10am

Beckton Library Tuesday 30 July 12pm

Stratford Library Tuesday 30 July 2pm and 4pm

Manor Park Library Tuesday 6 August 10am

Forest Gate Library Tuesday 6 August 12pm

Custom House Library Tuesday 6 August 2pm

Canning Town Library Tuesday 6 August 4pm

SUMMER READING CHALLENGE 2019

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ORBITAL AUTHORS LANDS IN NEWHAM This year we have an amazing line-up of highly acclaimed children’s authors to delight and inspire children of all ages. There’s something for everyone. See full listings on page 16

Manor Park Library Friday 2 August 2pm

Custom House Library Tuesday 30 July 2pm

Forest Gate Library Tuesday 30 July 2pm

Canning Town Library Friday 2 August 2pm

Beckton Library Monday 5 August 2pm

Green Street Library Monday 5 August 2pm

North Woolwich Library Thursday 8 August 2pm

Plaistow Library Tuesday 6 August 2pm

OUTER SPACE RAP ‘N’ RHYME Join award-winning children’s author, poet and entertainer, Neal Zetter to celebrate 50 years since the moon landing with Outer Space Rap’n’Rhyme. Take part in some interstellar performances of ‘Martian Kids’ and ‘The Aliens at Number 42’ with the chance to write and perform your own space-themed verse.4+ years

Custom House Library Monday 12 August 11am

Canning Town Library Monday 12 August 2pm

Beckton Library Tuesday 13 August 11am

North Woolwich Library Tuesday 13 August 2pm

East Ham Library Wednesday 14 August 11am

Manor Park Library Wednesday 14 August 2pm

Green Street Library Thursday 15 August 11am

Plaistow Library Thursday 15 August 2pm

Stratford Library Friday 16 August 11am

Forest Gate Library Friday 16 August 2pm

SUMMER READING CHALLENGE 2019

INTER-GALACTIC ROBOT REVOLUTION Come and join one of our amazing Robotic workshops with Preparerobo. Watch as your unique robot lurches to life from your imagination. All robots are under the watchful eye of expert instructors! Booking essential.7+ years

Manor Park Library Monday 19 August 10.30am – 12.30pm

North Woolwich Library Tuesday 20 August 10am – 12pm

East Ham Library Wednesday 21 August 10.30am – 12.30pm

Forest Gate Library Wednesday 21 August 10am – 12pm

Plaistow Library Wednesday 21 August 1pm – 3pm

Green Street Library Wednesday 21 August 4pm – 6pm

Beckton Library Thursday 22 August 10am – 12pm

Stratford Library Thursday 22 August 10am – 12pm

Custom House Library Thursday 22 August 1pm – 3pm

Canning Town Library Thursday 22 August 4pm – 6pm

FIZZ POP SCIENCE SPACE EXPLORATION Fizz-Pop science presents: The mysterious disappearance of the library books. Some books have mysteriously gone missing in the library. Help us work out clues using forensic science to track them down. Beware highly engaging and interactive workshop that’s fizzing over with fun. Booking recommended.5+ years

Canning Town Library Tuesday 27 August 11am

Custom House Library Tuesday 27 August 2pm

Beckton Library Tuesday 27 August 4pm

Manor Park Library Wednesday 28 August 11am

Plaistow Library Wednesday 28 August 2pm

East Ham Library Thursday 29 August 11am

North Woolwich Library Thursday 29 August 2pm

Forest Gate Library Friday 30 August 11am

Stratford Library Friday 30 August 2pm

Green Street Library Friday 30 August 4pm

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Meet the Author We have some fabulous authors lined up for you as part of this year’s Summer Reading Challenge. Whether you like fantasy, poetry, mystery or general fiction there’s something for everyone. You will be able to buy books at each event and have them personally signed and dedicated by the author.

For more information on our fantastic line-up this summer, go to www.newham.gov.uk/libraryevents

SIMON PRESCOTTTuesday 30 July 2pm Custom House Library, Prince Regent Lane, E16 3JJ 5+ years

Author and illustrator Simon Prescott will introduce children to his beautiful illustrations of Marvin and Marigold, two mischievous but lovable mice. Children will have the opportunity to learn some handy drawing tips to create their own versions of Marvin and Marigold as they venture into space in this highly interactive workshop. *Booking recommended.

JOSEPH COELHO Tuesday 30 July 2pm Forest Gate Community Centre, 2-6 Woodgrange Road, E7 OQH5+ years

Joseph Coelho is fast becoming a household name for his children’s poetry, ‘Overheard in a Tower Block’ and ‘Werewolf Club Rules’ as well as his picture book ‘Luna Loves Library Day’. We are so excited that he is coming to Newham this summer as part of our Summer Reading Challenge programme. Joe says it was the Summer Reading Challenge which got him reading and writing poetry. Maybe he will inspire you too!

TIMOTHY KNAPMANFriday 2 August 2pm Canning Town Library, 103 Barking Road, E16 4HQAll ages

Illustrated by the brilliant Sam Lloyd (author and illustrator of Mr Pusskins), Tim’s new book is the thrilling adventure of Peg, a girl who dreams of escape and adventure. When the pirates won’t let her join their crew because she is too small, polite and reads books, she transforms herself into Captain Sparklebeard, and sets out to become the greatest pirate there ever was! Climb on board and see where the adventure will lead in this fun, interactive event. Aargh me hearties!

LAURA ELLEN ANDERSON Friday 2 August 2pm Manor Park Library, 685 – 693 Romford Road, E12 5AD7+ years

When she’s not trying to take over the world or fighting sock-stealing monsters, Laura Ellen Anderson is a professional children’s book author and illustrator. Join us for an amazingly awesome event with Laura this summer. In this highly interactive workshop learn how to draw some of Laura’s amazing creations. Simply unmissable!

SIBEAL POUNDERMonday 5 August 2pm Beckton Globe Library, 1 Kingsford Way, E6 5JQ5+ years

Only mermaids know how to get to the Hidden Lagoon. Deep down beneath the waves, just past the NO LEGS BEYOND THIS POINT sign is a small shell, and inside that shell is a keypad made of old pearly buttons. To open the gates to the Lagoon and all the cities within it, all you have to do is type in the secret code... Come and unlock the secret code this summer with Sibeal Pounder, author of Bad Mermaids, but you won’t reveal it to anyone will you?

RACHEL ROONEYTuesday 6 August 2pm Plaistow Library, North Street, E13 9HL 7+ years

Rachel Rooney is an award winning poet, but even that doesn’t do her justice. Here’s a glimpse of one of her poems from her fab collection ‘A Kid In My Class’ “He thinks he’s a sub hero dude. A dude. A geezer who’s too cool for school uniform. Chews on mint gum. Calls me Swot, Loser, Dumb. Tells me to chill. Thinks he is it. Well he’s not” . There’s a poem for every kid in the class; come along you might recognise yourself or someone else...

CHITRA SOUNDARMonday 5 August 2pmGreen Street Library 7+ years

Chitra Sounder is a closet clown, writer, teacher and storyteller. As a kid, she has danced in a Bollywood movie, acted on stage and disliked Maths because it never added up. Chitra grew up on a wholesome diet of stories from Indian myths. She hangs out in schools, libraries and bookshops making up stories and regaling everyone with tales from her books and childhood. We are lucky enough to have her hanging out with us this summer, don’t miss it!

BOOKS BOOKS AND MORE BOOKS!

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LEARNING WITH COMMUNITY NEIGHBOURHOODS

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STAY AND PLAY Every Tuesday and Thursday 8.15am – 10.15am Forest Gate Community Neighbourhood Centre, 2-6 Woodgrange Road, E7 OQHUnder 5’s

Play session for under 5’s with a selection of toys.

TABLE TENNIS Mondays: 12pm – 6pm and Saturdays: 2pm – 6pm Forest Gate Community Neighbourhood Centre 2-6 Woodgrange Road, E7 OQHAll ages

Meet new people and try your hand at table tennis.

ASTRO QUIZ Mondays: 29 July, 5, 12, 19 August 4pm – 5pm Forest Gate Community Neighbourhood Centre, 2-6 Woodgrange Road, E7 OQH5+ years

Come and test your knowledge of the universe in this fun quiz session.

FIZZ-POP SCIENCE Every Thursday5pm – 6pmForest Gate Community Neighbourhood Centre, 2-6 Woodgrange Road, E7 OQH5+ years

Interactive educational session. Come along to conduct and record exciting experiments.

JUNIOR OPEN MIC Every Fridays1pm – 2pm Forest Gate Community Neighbourhood Centre 2-6 Woodgrange Road, E7 OQHUnder 13’s

Come along and perform your favourite song, dance, or recite your favourite poem.

GAMES CLUB Every Wednesday3pm – 6pm Forest Gate Community Neighbourhood Centre 2-6 Woodgrange Road, E7 OQHAll ages

Compete and make friends playing board and computer games.

SPACE JAM Every Saturday 12pm – 1pm Forest Gate Community Neighbourhood Centre 2-6 Woodgrange Road, E7 OQHAll ages

Have fun dancing to the latest songs.

For more information on any of the above activities, contact Forest Gate Community Neighbourhood Centre on 020 3373 0856.

IntroductionNewham’s Community Neighbourhoods offer the chance for people of all ages and cultures to learn, try new activities, get help and advice, improve fitness and catch up with friends at social events.

Help your children learn and gain new skills with Newham’s Community Neighbourhoods. An adult must accompany children participating in Community Neighbourhood events.

Places on the activities are limited and will be offered on a first come, first served basis. It is advisable to book a place in advance.

Learning with Community Neighbourhoods

TEENY-WEENY COSMIC TALES AND SOUNDSEvery Tuesday10.30am – 11.15amForest Gate Community Neighbourhood Centre, 2-6 Woodgrange Road, E7 OQHUnder 5’s

Engaging stories and singing for under 5’s.

INTER-GALACTIC MOVIE TIME Every Fridays4pm – 6pm Forest Gate Community Neighbourhood Centre, 2-6 Woodgrange Road, E7 OQHAll ages

Enjoy a surround sound cinematic experience in our weekly movie club.

LEGO CLUB Saturdays: 3pm – 4pm and Wednesdays: 1pm – 3pm Forest Gate Community Neighbourhood Centre, 2-6 Woodgrange Road, E7 OQH5+ years

Create Lego models using a vast collection of Lego bricks.

CHESS CLUB Every Tuesday 5.30pm – 7.30pm Forest Gate Community Neighbourhood Centre, 2-6 Woodgrange Road, E7 OQH5+ years

Come and play a game of chess with other competitors.

SUPERNOVA STORIES Wednesdays: 7, 14, 21, 28 August 12pm – 12.30pm Forest Gate Community Neighbourhood Centre, 2-6 Woodgrange Road, E7 OQH5+ years

Engaging stories and singing for over 5’s.

SPACE ARTS AND CRAFTS Every Tuesday and Thursday4pm – 5.30pm Forest Gate Community Neighbourhood Centre, 2-6 Woodgrange Road, E7 OQH5+ years

Have fun exploring the world of arts and crafts.

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BECKTON GLOBE LIBRARY

LEGO CLUB Fridays: 26 July, 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August 4pm – 5pm Beckton Globe Library, 1 Kingsford Way, E6 5JQ3+ years

Use your imagination and our bricks for creative construction.

SPACE CRAFT Mondays: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 July,

5, 12, 19, 26 August 3.45pm – 4.45pm Beckton Globe Library, 1 Kingsford Way, E6 5JQ5+ years

Have fun exploring arts and crafts.

SPACE TREASURE HUNT Wednesday 21 August 2.30pm – 3.30pm Beckton Globe Library, 1 Kingsford Way, E6 5JQ5+ years

Collect all the planets by following the clues, solve them and build a solar system to win a prize.

INTER-GALACTIC MOVIE TIMESaturdays: 6, 13, 20, 27 July, 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 3.30pm – 5pm Beckton Globe Library, 1 Kingsford Way, E6 5JQAll ages

Watch a film with your family and friends.

MATHLETICS Monday 5 August andTuesday 27 August 1pm – 2pm Beckton Globe Library, 1 Kingsford Way, E6 5JQ5+ years

Family maths and athletics challenges.

TEENY-WEENY COSMIC TALESTuesdays: 23 July, 6, 13, 20, 27 August 10.30am – 11am Beckton Globe Library, 1 Kingsford Way, E6 5JQ0 - 5 years

Bringing stories to life through storytelling and singing, encouraging children to join in with others.

OBSTACLE COURSE Tuesday 6 August and Wednesday 28 August 2.30pm – 3.30pm Beckton Globe Library, 1 Kingsford Way, E6 5JQ5+ years

Family fun indoor balancing and jumping obstacle challenges.

SPACE LAUNCH 26 July, 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August 4pm – 5pmBeckton Globe Library, 1 Kingsford Way, E6 5JQ8+ years

STEAM club for science, technology, maths and art.

FAMILY FUN LEARNING AND SPELL SPACETHEMED WORDSMonday 12 August 11.45am – 12.45pm Beckton Globe Library, 1 Kingsford Way, E6 5JQ6+ years

Space exploration focused family learning.

SLIME WORKSHOP Fridays: 2, 16, 30 August 12pm – 1pm Beckton Globe Library, 1 Kingsford Way, E6 5JQ6+ years

Make multi-coloured slime to take home.

For more information on any of the above activities, contact Beckton Globe Library on 020 3373 0853.

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NORTH WOOLWICH LIBRARY

TEENY-WEENY COSMIC TALESMondays: 29 July, 5, 12 August 10.30am – 11am North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ0 – 5 years

Bringing stories to life through storytelling and singing. A great interactive session for children.

MODEL TRAIN CLUB Monday 29 July 2pm – 4pm North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ5+ years

Help build a model village for the model train.

SOW, GROW AND CREATE Tuesday 30 July & Tuesday 27 August 2pm – 4pm North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ5+ years

Join in with the community garden activities and build your very own mini garden.

SPORTING CHALLENGE Thursday 1 August 2pm – 4pm North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ5+ years

Sporting fun for everyone, including egg & spoon race, hula hooping, flipping pancakes, hook a duck and many more sporting challenges.

INTER-GALACTIC MOVIE TIMEThursday 1 August 4.30pm – 6.30pm North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ5+ years

Enjoy a cinematic movie experience.

FERRY FESTIVAL ARTS AND CRAFTS WORKSHOPSaturday 3 August 10am – 11am North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ3+ years

Create your own ferry festival artwork.

TABLE TOP GAMES Saturday 3 August 2pm – 4pm North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ5+ years

Opportunity to meet new people and play table tennis and bowling.

SPACE TREASURE HUNT Monday 5 August2.30pm – 3.30pm North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ5+ years

Follow the clues to collect all the planets, solve them and build a solar system to win a prize.

INTER-GALACTIC MOVIE TIME Thursday 8 August 4.30pm – 6.30pm North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ5+ years

Enjoy a surround cinematic experience in our weekly movie club.

SPACE CRAFT Saturday 10 August 10am – 11am North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJAll ages

Have fun exploring arts and crafts.

ASTRO QUIZ Monday 12 August 2.30pm – 3.30pm North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ5+ years

Come and test your knowledge of the universe in this fun quiz.

SUPERNOVA STORIES Tuesday 13 August 11am – 12pm North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ5+ years

Engaging stories and singing for over 5’s.

SLIME WORKSHOP Thursday 15 August2pm – 3pm North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ5+ years

Make your own slime planet.

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INTER-GALACTIC MOVIE TIMEThursday 15, 22 August 4.30pm – 6.30pm North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ5+ years

Enjoy a surround cinematic experience in our weekly movie club.

SPACE CRAFT Saturday 17 August 10am – 11am North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ3+ years

Have fun and explore our arts and crafts session.

TABLE TOP GAMES Saturday 17 August 2pm – 4pm North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ7+ years

Get active with table tennis and indoor bowling, come have fun and win prizes!

STAY AND PLAY Monday 19 August 10.30am – 11am North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ0-5 years

Interactive stay and play with toys to help build skills.

SPACE LAUNCH Tuesday 20 August 2.30pm – 3.30pmNorth Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ3+ years

Create your own space model.

LEGO CLUB Tuesday 20 August 3.30pm – 4.30pm North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ3+ years

Use your imagination and our bricks for creative construction.

CRAFT WORKSHOP Saturday 24 August 10am – 11am North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ5+ years

Make your own superhero mask and fashion accessories.

TABLE TOP GAMES Saturday 24 August 2pm – 4pm North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ5+ years

Get active with table tennis and indoor bowling.

SOW, GROW AND CREATE Tuesday 27 August 2pm – 4pm North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ5+ years

Community garden activities including identifying butterflies.

INTER-GALACTIC MOVIE TIMEThursday 29 August 4pm – 6pm North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ5+ years

Enjoy a surround cinematic experience in our weekly movie club.

RECYCLING WORKSHOPS Saturdays: 3, 31 August 11am – 12pmNorth Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade,North Woolwich, E16 2LJAll ages

Learn how to help the community. A free arts and crafts workshop.

SPACE MOVES

Saturday 31 August 2pm – 4pm North Woolwich Library, 5 Pier Parade, North Woolwich, E16 2LJ7+ years

Use our Wii console, get active and play games in space.

For more information on any of the above activities, contact North Woolwich Library on 020 3373 0843.

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CUSTOM HOUSE LIBRARY

TEENY-WEENY SPACE TALES AND RHYMESMondays: 29 July, 5, 12, 19 August 10.30am – 11.15am Custom House Library, Prince Regent Lane, E16 3JJ0 – 5 Years

Join the staff for an interactive story and rhyme session.

SUPERNOVA STORY READSThursdays: 1, 8, 15, 29 August 1.30pm – 2.30pm Custom House Library, Prince Regent Lane, E16 3JJ5 – 11 years

Share your favourite books and write a postcard to your favourite book character.

INTER-GALACTIC SATURDAY MOVIE MATINEESaturdays: 3, ,10, 17, 24 August 11am – 12.30pm Custom House Library, Prince Regent Lane, E16 3JJ5 – 11 years

Chill out and watch a space themed movie.

SPACE CHASE ASTRO-QUIZ Saturday 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 1.15pm – 2pm Custom House Library, Prince Regent Lane, E16 3JJ5 – 11 years

Test your knowledge of the solar system with our space chase astro-quiz.

TEENY-WEENY SPACE TOTS ALIEN GARDEN PARTY Mondays 5 August 11.30am – 12.30pm 0 – 5 years

Listen and dance to music and rhymes. Bring along a packed lunch and blanket.

CUSTOM HOUSE GARDEN PARTYThursday 8 August 2.30pm – 4pmCustom House Library, Prince Regent Lane, Custom House, E16 3JJ0 – 11 years

Bring some snacks and relax at our garden party. There will be a fun filled afternoon of music, crafts, games and more.

*under 8’s must be supervised.

A VISIT TO CODY DOCK Tuesday 13 August 9.15am – 12.30pm Custom House Library, Prince Regent Lane, Custom House, E16 3JJAll ages

Visit a thriving creative community space in Canning Town. Come and explore walkways, gardens, rivers and a community boat. Bring your lunch and we will find a quiet space.

*Adults will need an Oyster card.*Booking required.

CREATING CRAFTS WITH FAMILY LEARNINGTuesday 13 August 11am – 11.45am & 12pm – 12.45pm Custom House Library, Prince Regent Lane, Custom House, E16 3JJ5 – 11 years

Enjoy making crafts such as rockets and aliens.

A VISIT FROM THE DOGS TRUST Thursday 15 August 2.30pm – 3.30pm Custom House Library, Prince Regent Lane, Custom House, E16 3JJ5 – 11 years

Come along and meet our special guest. Learn about dogs and how to be a responsible dog owner.

*under 8’s must be supervised.

DANCE FOR FUN SPACE BOOGIEMonday 19 August 2pm – 3pm Custom House Library, Prince Regent Lane, Custom House, E16 3JJAll ages

Express yourself with some funky moves and dance your heart away like no one’s looking.

WORK WITH NEWHAM’S RECYCLING TEAM Tuesday 20 August 2pm – 3pm Custom House Library, Prince Regent Lane, Custom House, E16 3JJ5 – 11 years

Bring a plastic bottle or two, newspapers and cardboard rolls. You will be making an environmental pledge.

*under 8’s must be supervised.

For more information on any of the above activities, contact Custom House Library on 020 3373 0854.

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CANNING TOWN LIBRARY

SUMMER READING CHALLENGE SPACE CHASE 2019 LAUNCHMonday 29 July – 28 SeptemberCustom House and Canning Town Community Neighbourhood Centre, 18 Rathbone Market, E16 1EH4 – 11 years

The Summer Reading Challenge encourages children aged 4 to 11 to read six books during the long summer holiday.

ASTRO QUIZ Mondays: 29 July & 19 August 4pm – 5pm Custom House and Canning Town Community Neighbourhood Centre, 18 Rathbone Market, E16 1EH5 – 11 years

Challenge yourself and take the quiz on space, aliens and more.

SUPERNOVA STORY READS Tuesdays: 30 July, 6, 13, 20 August 11.30am – 12.30pm Custom House and Canning Town Community Neighbourhood Centre, 18 Rathbone Market, E16 1EH5 – 11 years

Share your favourite book and write a postcard to your favourite book character.

TEENY-WEENY SPACE TALES AND RHYMESTuesdays: 30 July, 6, 13, 20, 27 August 9.45am – 10.30am & 10.30am – 11.30am Custom House and Canning Town Community Neighbourhood Centre, 18 Rathbone Market, E16 1EH0 – 5 years

Join the staff for an interactive storytelling and rhyme session.

FUN WITH CHESS Wednesdays: 31 July, 7, 14, 21, 28 August 4pm – 5pm Custom House and Canning Town Community Neighbourhood Centre, 18 Rathbone Market, E16 1EH5 – 11 years

A fun family chess session with our tutor.

INTER-GALACTIC SATURDAY MOVIE MATINEEThursdays: 1, 8 ,15, 29 August 2pm – 4pm Custom House and Canning Town Community Neighbourhood Centre, 18 Rathbone Market, E16 1EH5 – 11 years

Find out which planets the aliens are on. Relax and watch a film.

SPACE CHASE CRAFTS Saturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 2pm – 3pm Custom House and Canning Town Community Neighbourhood Centre, 18 Rathbone Market, E16 1EH4 – 11 years

Use your imagination and be creative.

SPACE CHASE TEA PARTY Monday 5 August 4pm – 5.30pm Custom House and Canning Town Community Neighbourhood Centre, 18 Rathbone Market, E16 1EH5 – 11 years

Bring a snack, dress up and have some fun at out tea party.

A VISIT TO CODY DOCK Friday 9 August 9.15am – 12.30pm Custom House and Canning Town Community Neighbourhood Centre, 18 Rathbone Market, E16 1EH0 – 11 years

Visit a thriving creative community space in Canning Town. Come and explore walkways, gardens, rivers and a community boat. Bring your lunch and we will find a quiet space.

*Adults will need an Oyster Card. Booking required.

NCS SPACE CHASE SUMMER DAY Monday 12 August 11.30am – 1pm Custom House and Canning Town Community Neighbourhood Centre, 18 Rathbone Market, E16 1EH5 – 11 years

Support our young people from the National Citizen Service in Rathbone Square. Join in with space chase, Integrative crafts, music and fun.

CREATING CRAFTS WITH FAMILY LEARNINGTuesday 13 August 2pm – 4pm Custom House and Canning Town Community Neighbourhood Centre, 18 Rathbone Market, E16 1EH5 – 11 years

Join our craft session and make space crafts, rockets and aliens.

DANCE FOR FUN SPACE BOOGIEThursday 15 August 2pm – 2.45pm Custom House and Canning Town Community Neighbourhood Centre, 18 Rathbone Market, E16 1EHAll ages

Dance like no one is looking and share some funky moves.

A VISIT FROM THE DOGS TRUST Friday 16 August 2pm – 3pm Custom House and Canning Town Community Neighbourhood Centre, 18 Rathbone Market, E16 1EH4 – 11 years

Come along and meet our special guest, learn about dogs and how to be a responsible dog owner.

WORK WITH NEWHAM’S RECYCLE TEAMMonday 19 August 2pm – 3pm Custom House and Canning Town Community Neighbourhood Centre, 18 Rathbone Market, E16 1EH5 – 11 years

Please bring a plastic bottle or two, newspapers and cardboard rolls. You will be making a environmental pledge.

FABULOUS FUN SPORTS SPORTS DAY IN RATHBONE MARKET SQUAREWednesday 21 August 2pm – 4pm Custom House and Canning Town Community Neighbourhood Centre, 18 Rathbone Market, E16 1EH5 – 11 years

Enjoy the summer and have some fun and games in our open space. Bring a drink to keep you cool.

For more information on any of the above activities, contact Canning Town Library on 020 3373 0854.

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SPACE CRAFT Mondays: 29 July, 5, 12, 19 August 3.30pm – 5pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR5 – 12 years

Work creatively and intelligently as artists, makers and designers.

ARTS AND CRAFTS Thursdays: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August3.30pm – 5pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR5 – 12 years

An opportunity to think and create like an artist, maker or designer.

BOCCIA Tuesdays: 30 July, 6, 13, 27 August Thursdays: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August2.30pm – 3.30pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR5 – 12 years

Boccia is a game of strategy and accuracy. The aim is to score as many points as possible by placing your set of coloured balls closest to the white jack ball.

FIZZPOP SCIENCE Mondays: 29 July & 19 August 1pm – 2pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR5 – 12 years

Get creative with science. Science workshops are practical and exciting as well as educational and intuitive.

FAMILY BINGO Thursdays: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 5pm – 6pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9ARAll ages

A game in which players mark off numbers on cards as the numbers are drawn randomly by a caller, the winner being the first person to mark off all their numbers.

SPORTS DAY PICNIC AND SCAVENGER HUNT Thursday 1 August 1pm – 3pmPriory Park, Grangewood Street, E6 1QZ, (meet near the children’s area)All ages

Pack a blanket and some food for a relaxing picnic with friends or join in the scavenger hunt. Seek and you shall find the hidden objects to win a prize.

CHILDREN’S ZUMBA Saturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August12pm – 1pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9ARAll ages

Helps develop a healthy lifestyle and fitness as a natural part of children’s lives by making fitness fun.

ARTS AND CRAFTS

Saturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August1pm – 2pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR5 – 12 years

Think and act as artists, makers and designers by working creatively and intelligently.

LEGO CLUB Saturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August2 – 3pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9ARAll ages

Let your imagination run wild using Legos and build away.

FAMILY MOVIE Saturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August3pm – 4.30pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9ARAll ages

Movies for all the family, from gripping adventures to laugh out loud comedies.

CHESS CLUB Wednesdays: 31 July, 7, 14, 21. 28 August 5.30pm – 7.30pmGreen Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR5+ years

Come and play a game of chess.

FAMILY YOGA Tuesdays: 30 July, 6, 13, 20, 27 August5pm – 6pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR5+ years

Yoga uses breathing techniques, exercise and meditation. It helps to improve health and happiness.A great exercise for all the family to enjoy together.

YOGA Mondays: 29 July, 5, 12, 19 AugustTuesdays: 30 July, 6, 13, 20, 27 August 6pm – 7.30pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR18+ years

Yoga uses breathing techniques, exercise and meditation. It helps to improve health and happiness.

CHILDREN’S DRAWING COMPETITIONTuesdays: 30 July, 6, 13, 27 August 12pm – 1pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9ARAll ages

Drawing competition for the whole family to join.

SPACE GAMES Thursdays: 1, 8, 22, 29 August 12pm – 1pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9ARAll ages

Interactive games for all the family.

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INTER-GALACTIC MOVIE TIMEWednesdays: 31 July, 14, 21, 28 August4pm – 5.30pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9ARAll ages

Come along and watch a family movie.

ASTRO QUIZ Wednesdays: 31 July, 7, 14, 21, 28 August 12pm – 1pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR5 – 12 years

Test your knowledge in this literature quiz to see what you know about space.

TEENY-WEENY COSMIC TALESMondays: 5, 12, 19 August 12pm – 12.30pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR5 – 12 years

Interactive and fun storytelling session.

SPACE WORD GAMES Fridays: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August 11am – 12pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR5 – 12 years

Word games to stimulate the mind.

SPACE BINGO Fridays: 2, 23 August 2pm – 3pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR5 – 12 years

A game in which players mark off numbers on cards as the numbers are drawn randomly by a caller, the winner being the first person to mark off all their numbers.

SPACE HOP RACE Fridays: 16, 30 August 2pm – 3pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9ARAll ages

Fun games for children.

HUNT THE ALIEN SCAVENGER HUNT Friday 9 August 2pm – 3pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR5 – 12 years

A fun and exciting scavenger hunt.

BUILD YOUR OWN SHUTTLE Fridays: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August 12pm – 1pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR5 – 12 years

Build your own shuttle craft session.

MYSTICAL GALAXY ADVENTURE Wednesday 28 August 1.30pm – 2.30pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR5 – 12 years

Learn about plants and the solar system with a video and write your own short story.

FACE PAINTING AND BOARD GAMESWednesdays: 31 July, 14, 21 August 2pm – 4pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9ARAll ages

Join us for a fun filled afternoon of board games and face painting.

NCS (ARTS & CRAFT) Tuesdays 20 August 11am – 4pm Green Street Library, 337 – 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR5 – 12 years

Come and design a creative piece of craft and marvel at your handiwork.

CRAFT SESSION Wednesday 7 August 2.30pm – 4.30pm Green Street Library, 337 - 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR5 – 12 years

Get creative with arts and crafts.

TAEKWONDO Mondays: 5, 12 August 1pm – 2pmGreen Street Library, 337 - 341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR5 – 12 years

*Maximum of 12 people per classLearn skills in Taekwondo.

For more information on any of the above activities, contact Green Street Library on 020 3373 0857.

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PLAISTOWS SPACE CHASE LAUNCH PARTY Saturday 20 July 11am – 3pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL 0 – 12 years

It’s a day of celebration filled with fun activities for all children who enter the Summer Reading Challenge competition. Find out what’s going on over the summer at Plaistow Library.

SPACE PLAY Mondays: 29 July, 5, 12, 19 August Wednesdays: 31 July, 7, 14, 21, 28 August Fridays: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August Saturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 10am – 12pmPlaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL 0 – 5 years

An opportunity to spend fun creative playtime with your children. Come along and interact with your children in a stimulating environment and meet other parents.

NATURE EXPLORERS Mondays: 29 July, 5, 12, 19 August 10am – 12pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL 8+ years

Nature explorers is a great place to have fun. Learn how to grow your own plants, decorate a stone and take part in creating a design for Plaistow’s planter, which will be placed outside the library once completed.

ASTRO QUIZ SMART BOARD CHALLENGE AND GAMESMondays: 29 July, 5, 12, 19 August 11am – 12pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL 8+ years

Test your knowledge if you dare. Take part in our fun and interactive games to see what you know about space.

BRAINBOX SCIENCE Mondays: 29 July, 5, 12, 19 August 2pm – 3pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL 8 – 12 years

Test your knowledge if you dare? Take part in a fun science quiz, all you have to do is study a card for 10 seconds and then answer a question based on the roll of the dice.

SPACE CRAFT Mondays: 29 July, 5, 12, 19 August 3.30pm – 5pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL 5 – 12 years

Come along and take part in our outer space arts and crafts sessions. Learn how to make your own solar system mobile, rocket sand bottles, draw space cards and much more.

SPACE SPELL ZONE Mondays: 29 July, 5, 12, 19 August 3.30pm – 4.30pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL 5 – 12 years

Come and test your spelling skills. Use your brain, ears and eyes and take part in a fun interactive spelling bee that’s out of this world! Certificates for the winner and the two runners up to be awarded at the end of the summer challenge.

SPACE FAMILY WALKING Tuesdays: 30 July, 6, 13, 20, 27 August 10am – 11am Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL All ages

Come and take a stroll around Plaistow and enjoy a refreshing summer drink on your return.

TEENY-WEENY COSMIC TALESTuesdays: 30 July, 6, 13, 20, 27 August 11.30am – 12pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL 0 – 5 years

Listen to your favourite stories and sing along to your favourite song and nursery rhymes.

SPACE THEMED MESSY PLAY Tuesdays: 30 July, 6, 13, 20, 27 August 12.30pm – 1.30pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL 0 – 5 years

Come along to Plaistow Library and explore different activities such as moon sand, intergalactic water space rockets and puffy planets.

RECYCLING ROCKET AND PLANET ARTS AND CRAFTSTuesdays: 30 July, 6, 13, 20, 27 August 3.30pm – 5pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL 5 – 12 years

Have fun being creative with our recycling arts and crafts. Bring your cardboard boxes, bottles and scrap papers to create your outer space masterpiece.

ALIEN MONSTER POM - POM MAKING Wednesdays: 31 July, 7, 14, 21, 28 August 10am -12pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL 5 – 8 years

Get creative and learn how to create your own alien monster pom-pom.

INTER-GALACTIC MOVIE TIME AND SPACE SNACKWednesdays: 31 July, 7, 14, 21, 28 August12pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL All ages

Whether a story unfolds in our own galaxy or far far away, blast off into outer space with these fantastic family films and enjoy a space snack.

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ALIEN ARTS AND CRAFTS Wednesdays: 31 July, 7, 14, 21, 28 August2pm – 3pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL 5 – 12 years

Have fun creating your own alien monster figure puppet and head bopper bands.

SPACE CHESS Wednesdays: 31 July, 7, 14, 21, 28 August3.30pm – 4.30pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL 5 – 12 years

Are you smart enough to beat your opponent? Come along and show us your skills.

TEENY-WEENY COSMIC TALESThursdays: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 1pm – 2pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL 0 – 5 years

Listen to your favourite stories and sing along to your favourite songs and nursery rhymes.

SPACE STATION GAMES CLUBThursdays: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 3.30pm – 5.45pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL8 – 14 years

See if you can moonwalk your way through our games club. Enjoy traditional board games, table tennis, chess, wall ball and interactive space themed games.

ZURG TARGET PRACTICE AND PENALTY SHOOT OUT Thursdays: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 3.30pm – 5pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL8 – 12 years

Can you beat Zurg’s high score? Come and join our target and penalty shootout game. The highest score at the end of the summer will receive an outer space prize.

SPACE PONG Thursdays: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 6pm – 7pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL7+ years

Come along and join in with our fun inter-galactic space games, if you’re up to the challenge.

SPACE BINGO Fridays: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August 11am – 12pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL5 – 12 years

Come and take part in our fun space bingo for a chance to win a prize.

BRAINBOX SPACE Fridays: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August 1pm – 2pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL5 – 12 years

Test your knowledge if you dare? Take part in a fun science quiz, all you have to do is study a card for 10 seconds and then answer a question based on the roll of the dice.

SPACE JAM KARAOKE CLUBFridays: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August2pm – 3pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL5 – 12 years

Join in the fun and sing along to your favourite songs.

CREATIVE COSMIC COMIC CLUBFridays: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August3.30pm – 4.30pmPlaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL5 – 12 years

Have a go at designing your own space monster and creating a cosmic comic strip.

WORD SEARCHES AND CROSSWORDSFridays: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August12pm – 1pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL

Keep your brain active and improve your spelling with our fun word searches and crosswords.

SPACE CRAFT Saturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 11am – 12pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL5 – 12 years

Come along and take part in our outer space arts and crafts sessions and learn how to make your own solar system mobile, rocket sand bottles and much more.

SPACE FITNESS CHALLENGE Saturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August, 7 September 1pm – 2pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL8 – 12 years

Come along and take part in a variety of fun fitness games in such as space invaders, planet hoop, space dodgeball, hula hooping and much more.

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SUPERNOVA STORYTELLING Fridays: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August 11am – 12pm East Ham Community Neighbourhood Centre, 328 Barking Road, E6 2RT5+ years

Join our special storytelling sessions and travel to space, explore new planets and stars.

TEENY-WEENY COSMIC TALES Tuesdays: 30 July, 6, 13, 20, 27 August 11am – 12pm East Ham Community Neighbourhood Centre 328 Barking Road, E6 2RTUnder 5’s

Join our special storytelling sessions for mini astronauts. Let their imagination run wild as they search through space and beyond.

SPACE CRAFTS - PLANET EARTHMonday 19 August – Saturday 24 August 2pm – 4pm East Ham Community Neighbourhood Centre, 328 Barking Road, E6 2RTAll ages

Get creative with our daily space craft activities this summer.

INTER-GALACTIC MOVIE TIME Saturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 4pm – 5.30pm East Ham Community Neighbourhood Centre, 328 Barking Road, E6 2RTAll ages

Come and enjoy an afternoon filled with inter-galactic movies. Bring along your friends for a space-tastic experience.

ASTRONOMY WORKSHOP Saturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 6pm – 7.30pm East Ham Library Community Neighbourhood Centre, 328 Barking Road, E6 2RTAll ages

Open your mind and discover a world beyond the stars. Learn more about space through our astronomy session.

SPACE CRAFTS - PLANET Tuesday 30 July – Saturday 3 August2pm – 4pm East Ham Community Neighbourhood Centre, 328 Barking Road, E6 2RTAll ages

Get creative with our daily space craft activities this summer.

COSMIC COMICS Thursdays: 1, 8, 15, 22 August 11am – 1pm East Ham Community Neighbourhood Centre, 328 Barking Road, E6 2RTAll ages

Put your funny face on and join us for these sessions of cosmic excitement. Create and share space adventures and stories through the wormhole of comics.

GETTING EARTHY, FINGER DIRTY! Wednesdays: 31 July, 7, 28 August11am – 2pm East Ham Community Neighbourhood Centre, 328 Barking Road, E6 2RTAll ages

Explore Planet Earth and learn how to take care of our environment. Learn about recycling and planting and get closer to nature.

GLAM SCI CLUB Saturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August2pm – 3pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL8 – 12 years

Top secret fun with science delivered by Glam Sci.

INTER-GALACTIC MOVIE TIME AND SPACE SNACKSaturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 3pm – 4pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HLAll ages

Whether a story unfolds in our own galaxy or far far away, blast off into outer space with these fantastic family films, and enjoy a space snack.

TABLE TENNIS Saturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 3pm – 5pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL8 – 12 years

Learn to play, improve or show off your skills.

PLAISTOW’S SIX BOOK CHALLENGE PRIZE DRAWTuesday 27 August – Saturday 31 August 9.30am – 5pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL0 – 13 years

Take out six books during this week and get entered into a free prize draw. Prize draw will take place from 4pm each day.

SPACE DANCETuesdays: 30 July, 6, 13, 20, 27 August 2.45pm – 4.45pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL7+ years

Come along and dance away to your favourite songs.

PLAISTOW’S SPACE CHASE FINISHER PARTY 2019 Saturday 7 September 1pm – 4pm Plaistow Library, 79 North Street, E13 9HL0 – 12 years

A celebration filled with fun activities for all children who completed their Summer Reading Challenge at Plaistow Library.

For more information on any of the above activities, contact Plaistow Library on 020 3373 0859.

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SPACE CRAFTS - MOON LANDING Monday 12 August – Saturday 17 August 2pm – 4pm East Ham Community Neighbourhood Centre, 328 Barking Road, E6 2RTAll ages

Get creative with our daily space craft activities this summer.

CHILDREN’S MUSIC WORKSHOPSSaturdays: 27 July, 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August2pm – 4pm East Ham Community Neighbourhood Centre, 328 Barking Road, E6 2RT8+ years

Express yourself through music, rhythm and song writing workshops with professional musicians.

NATURE EXPLORERS Fridays: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August 2pm – 4pm East Ham Nature Reserve, Norman Road, E6 6HNAll ages

Explore our very own nature reserve, learn about wildlife and the natural environment plus take part in bush craft and exploration activities.

SPACE CRAFTS - STARS AND THE SOLAR SYSTEMTuesday 27 August – Saturday 31 August 2pm – 4pm East Ham Community Neighbourhood Centre, 328 Barking Road, E6 2RTAll ages

Get creative with our daily space craft activities this summer.

For more information on any of the above activities, contact East Ham Library on 020 8586 9542.

SPACE CHASE LAUNCH PARTYSaturday 20 July 12pm – 4pmManor Park Library, 685 – 693 Romford Road, E12 5ADAll ages

Come and join our space chase launch fun day and get registered to the Summer Reading Challenge.

SUPER-SONIC SPACE CLUBMondays: 5, 12, 19 August 2pm – 3.30pm Manor Park Library, 685 – 693 Romford Road, E12 5AD 4+ years

Join our children’s fun club and explore space through arts and crafts.

SUPERNOVA STORIES Tuesdays: 30 July, 13, 20, 6, 27 August 2pm – 3.30pm Manor Park Library, 685 – 693 Romford Road, E12 5AD 4+ years

Time for interactive sci-fi story and space craft activity.

SCI-FI SESSION Wednesdays: 31 July, 7, 21, 28 August 2pm – 3.30pm Manor Park Library, 685 – 693 Romford Road, E12 5AD 4+ years

Fun and crafty session to learn how to create your own Sci-Fi characters.

ASTRO QUIZ Thursdays: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 2pm – 3.30pm Manor Park Library, 685 – 693 Romford Road, E12 5AD 5+ years

Come and test your knowledge of the universe in this fun quiz session. Prizes to be won!

INTER-GALACTIC MOVIE TIME Fridays: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August2pm – 3.30pm Manor Park Library, 685 – 693 Romford Road, E12 5AD All ages

Enjoy a surround sound cinematic experience in special sci-fi movie times.

ASTRO-BRAINTEASERS AND GAMESMondays: 29 July, 5, 12, 19 August 11am – 1pm East Ham Community Neighbourhood Centre, 328 Barking Road, E6 2RT5+ years

Challenge your brain with our astronomical inspired quizzes, bingo, word searches, and mind puzzling games.

LEGO LAUNCH PAD Saturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 12pm – 2pm East Ham Community Neighbourhood Centre, 328 Barking Road, E6 2RT5+ years

Get creative with Lego to build your own launch pad to the stars.

SPACE CRAFTS - ALIENS AND UFOS Monday 5 August – Saturday 12 August 2pm – 4pm East Ham Community Neighbourhood Centre, 328 Barking Road, E6 2RTAll ages

Get creative with our daily space craft activities this summer.

FAMILY COOKERY WORKSHOPSThursdays: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 2pm – 4pm East Ham Community Neighbourhood Centre, 328 Barking Road, E6 2RTAll ages

Learn how to cook healthy and nutritional meals at home.

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SPACE CRAFT Saturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 2pm – 3.30pm Manor Park Library, 685 – 693 Romford Road, E12 5AD 4+ years

Have fun exploring the space world with arts and crafts to create your own solar system.

TEENY-WEENY COSMIC TALESMondays: 5, 12, 19 August 10am – 11am Manor Park Library, 685 – 693 Romford Road, E12 5AD 0 – 5 years

Mothers and toddlers group to enjoy space stories, songs and rhymes.

SPACE CHASE LANDING PARTY Saturday 7 September12pm – 4pm Manor Park Library, 685 – 693 Romford Road, E12 5AD All ages

Inviting all children to take part in the space chase landing party with lots of music, face painting, crafts and other fun activities.

For more information on any of the above activities, contact Manor Park Library on 020 3373 0858.

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SALSA IN THE PARK Saturday 7 September 2pm – 4pm Stratford Park, West Ham Lane, E15 4PTAll ages

Fun Latin American dance workout in the park. All levels welcome and no experience needed.

SPACE CRAFT Mondays: 22, 29 July1pm – 2pm Stratford Library, 3 The Grove, E15 1EL4 – 12 years

Fun craft activities based on our weekly space agent theme. Including drawing workshops, painting, paper craft and much more.

INTER-GALACTIC MOVIE TIME Fridays: 26 July, 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August1pm Stratford Library, 3 The Grove, E15 1EL4 – 15 years

Free family movie matinees.*Limited spaces available. First come first served basis.

TEENY-WEENY COSMIC TALESThursdays: 25 July, 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 August 1pm – 2pm Stratford Library, 3 The Grove, E15 1EL0 – 12 years

Bringing stories to life through storytelling and singing.

ASTRO QUIZ Tuesdays: 23, 30 July, 6, 13, 20, 27 August 1pm – 2pm Stratford Library, 3 The Grove, E15 1EL4 – 12 years

Join our fun and exciting competition. Meet new friends, learn fun facts and win prizes in our fun Monday mental challenge. Challenges include memory games, quizzes, anagrams and lots more.

SUPERNOVA STORIES Saturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 1pm – 2pm Stratford Library, 3 The Grove, E15 1EL4 – 12 years

For all children participating in the Summer Reading Challenge. Have fun with a series of weekly themed reading activities and storytelling.

CHATTERBOOKS Monday 22 July – Friday 30 August 10am – 11am Stratford Library, 3 The Grove, E15 1EL5 – 12 years

Reading support with our reading hackers.

CHESS CLUB Every Thursday5.30pm – 7.30pm Stratford Library, 3 The Grove, E15 1EL10+ years

Learn or play chess for free. All levels of ability welcome.

STRATFORD SUMMER FUN DAY Saturday 27 July 2pm – 4pm Stratford Library, 3 The Grove, E15 1ELAll ages

Join our fun day. Take part in outdoor games, arts and crafts, face painting, health tasters and much more. Also, be the first to register for this year’s Summer Reading Challenge - Space Chase.

NOISE IN THE PARK – DRUMMING WORKSHOPSunday 21 July 2pm – 4pm Stratford Park, West Ham Lane, E15 4PTAll ages

Learn new skills and make some noise with our free community drumming workshop in the park.

RECYCLING IN THE PARK Monday 29 July 2pm – 4pm Stratford Park, West Ham Lane, E15 4PTAll ages

Learn how to help your community recycle with a free arts and craft recycling workshop in the park.

BEAUTY IN THE PARK Tuesday 6 August 2pm – 4pm Stratford Park, West Ham Lane, E15 4PTAll ages

Want to feel your best over the summer? Join our free health and beauty tasters in the park.

ART IN THE PARK Wednesday 14 August 2pm – 4pm Stratford Park, West Ham Lane, E15 4PTAll ages

Be creative this summer, join us for arts and crafts in the park. No experience necessary.

NATURE TRAIL IN THE PARK Thursday 22 August 2pm – 4pm Stratford Park, West Ham Lane, E15 4PTAll ages

Join friends of Stratford Park on an exciting nature trail. Learn about the history of the park and itsbeautiful flora.

ZUMBA IN THE PARK Friday 30 August 2pm – 4pmStratford Park, West Ham Lane, E15 4PTAll ages

Dance to great music and have fun in the park. All levels welcome and no experience needed.

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CALENDARGREEN FINGERS GARDENING CLUB Sundays: 28 July, 4, 11, 18, 25 August 2pm – 4pm Stratford Library, 3 The Grove, E15 1ELAll ages

Free gardening club for the whole family.

SPACE CHASE FINISHERS PARTY Sunday 15 September 2pm – 4pm Stratford Library, 3 The Grove, E15 1EL4 – 12 years

Calling all Space Chasers! Celebrate the achievement of children who have completed the Summer Reading Scheme. Have fun with party games, face painting and much more. Awards will be given for the most books read, drawing and writing competitions.

STRATFORD SUMMER TABLE TENNIS TOURNAMENT Saturdays: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 August 3pm – 6pm Stratford Library, 3 The Grove, E15 1EL8+ years

Play and practise for free daily at Stratford Library. Show your skills at the summer table tennis heats. Sign up for our summer tournament today. Finals on 31 August.

CODER DOJO Saturday 27 July 2pm – 3pm Stratford Library, 3 The Grove, E15 1EL7 – 17 years

Learn to code or progress your coding knowledge, build a website, create an app or a game, and explore technology in an informal, creative, and social environment.

For more information on any of the above activities, contact Stratford and West Ham Library on 020 3373 0826.

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SUMMER GUIDE 2019Every summer we put on a wide range of free activities and events for all the family.

The Children and Young People’s Guide to Summer in Newham is packed with over 80 pages of fun activities, most of which are free and available to children and teenagers between June – September in parks, libraries and community neighbourhood centres.

Visit www.newham.gov.uk/summerguide to view a range of activities Newham has to offer for you and your friends.

SUMMER CAMPS

ACTIVENEWHAM PLAYSCHEME Monday 29 July - Friday 2 August Monday 5 August - Friday 9 August Monday 12 August - Friday 16 August Monday 19 August - Friday 23 August Monday 26 August - Friday 30 August8am – 6pm Newham Leisure Centre, 281 Prince Regent Lane, E13 6SD5 – 11 years

activeAcademy provide supervised sessions which offer a full day of fun, action and sports for children to enjoy. They can take part in a range of sports including badminton, tennis, football, dance, bouncy castle, arts, crafts and more!

For more information call 0300 124 0123.

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FUN AT THE FARM

NEWHAM SHOW Saturday 13 July – Sunday 14 July 10am – 6pmCentral Park All ages

Newham City Farm will be at the Newham Show all weekend. Come along to our marquee and visit some of your favourite animals and talk to the staff about how you could get involved with the Farm.

SHEEP AND WOOL DAY Sunday 28 July 10am – 4pm All ages

This event showcases all things woolly including sheep shearing, wool spinning and weaving and other woolly crafts. There will also be children’s activities.

BE A FARMER Tuesday 30 July, 6,13,20,27 August 11am – 3.30pm 8 – 12 years

Work alongside farm staff learning some of the skills to be a farmer. Opportunities to develop an ongoing relationship with the Farm. Certificate of attendance on completion.

£40Pre-booking required. Booking forms on website www.newhamcityfarm.co.uk

CARE FOR A PONY MORNING Wednesday 31 July, 7, 14, 21, 28 August11am – 1.30pm 8 – 12 years

An opportunity to care for a pony for a morning including mucking out, grooming and riding. Learn all the key facts about ponies and how to look after them. Opportunity to develop an ongoing relationship with the farm. Certificate of attendance at the end of the session.

£25Pre-booking required. Booking forms on website www.newhamcityfarm.co.uk

Newham City Farm, Stansfeld Road, E6 5LTFor more information call 020 8430 2000

MEET AND GREET THE ANIMALS SESSIONSunday 4, 11, 18, 25 August12am – 2pm All ages

A chance to get close to the Farm animals and ask farm staff any questions. A great photo opportunity!

Donations appreciated.

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HEADSTARTHalf of all adults with mental health problems can trace the start of their problems to childhood or adolescence. HeadStart Newham offers young people support in their school, in the community and online. This could be through volunteering, online counselling, peer mentoring, taking part in sports or getting involved in creative activities. Have a look at some of the activities taking place this summer.

HeadStart Newham is a mental health service for young people aged between 10 and 16 at risk of developing mental health problems. The service is funded by The National Lottery Community Fund and delivered in partnership with the London Borough of Newham.

Find out more about HeadStart at www.HeadstartNewham.co.uk

BE CREATIVE Monday 24 June – Friday 16 August Booking for Forest Gate Youth Zone - Zahra Maalow 020 8257 4680Booking for Beckton Globe Youth Zone - David Bigglestone 020 3373 402510 – 16 years

These creative activities will be shaped by young people themselves at a launch event on 30 May. They will include a course in one of the following: painting, drawing, music, mosaics, fashion design, photography, product design and film making.

Each session is about 2 hours.

Contact Rosetta Arts for more time and further information [email protected]

MULTI - SPORTS Monday 12 August – Friday 16 August 60a Albatross Close off Woolwich, Manor Way, E6 5NX

Working with specialist sport coaches. Come and get involved in a variety of different sports activities including athletics, basketball, cricket and football!

For more information and booking please contact Nichole Raif on [email protected]

VOCAL EXPLOSION Monday 29 July - Friday 2 August 10am – 3pm The Nexus Centre, 3 Snowberry Close, E15 2AH10 – 16 years

Vocal and choir workshops, developing group performance.

For more information and booking please contact Nichole Raif on [email protected]

RUGBY Monday 29 July – Friday 2 August 10am – 3pmRoyal Docks Community School, 388B Prince Regent Lane, E16 3HS13 – 16 years

Play full contact rugby with workshops, designed to help young people think about personal challenges and how they overcome these.

For more information and booking please contact Nichole Raif on [email protected]

PARKOUR YOUTH CAMP Monday 5 August – Friday 9 August East Ham War Memorial, Central Park, 82 High Street, E6 6DY13 – 16 years

Parkour is fun, challenging and great for building confidence in using your body for movement. Whether you are into sports or not, Parkour is made up of lots of different movements and skills, so we are sure you will find new things that you are good at, and things that will challenge you. Our 5 day outdoor course will show you how to swing, climb, jump, balance, vault and more. Come and make new friends, get stronger and learn new skills.

For more information and booking please contact Nichole Raif on [email protected]

MOVE FIT Monday 29 July – Friday 2 August10am – 3pm Starting at Queen Elizabeth Park and moving to Royal Docks and West Ham Park10 – 16 years

Improve your core strength, flexibility, fitness and physical ability by getting involved with a variety of fitness activities all over the borough.

For more information and booking please contact Nichole Raif on [email protected]

OUT AND ABOUT IN MUDCHUTE Monday 29 July – Friday 2 August 10am – 3pm Mudchute Park and Farm, Piers St, Isle of Dogs, E14 3HP10 – 12 years

Activity taster sessions including animal care, horticulture, forest school and horse riding.

For more information and booking please contact Nichole Raif on [email protected]

MOVING ON TO STAGE 2 Monday 5 August – Friday 9 August 10am – 3pm The Nexus Centre, 3 Snowberry Close, London E15 2AH10 – 16 years

Learn various styles of dance and vocal techniques while learning about music recording and shooting music videos.

For more information and booking please contact Nichole Raif on [email protected]

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ON THE MOVE: ASTA Every Thursday (term-time only)5pm – 6.30pm Asta Community Centre, 14a Camel Road, Silvertown, E16 2DE 10 – 14 years

On The Move are fun weekly term-time dance classes. Learn routines, make friends and perfect your moves. Dance with us and feel like the best possible you! Dance styles include Bollywood, street dance and hip hop. This class is for 10-14 year olds from Newham.

Open to all levels and free of charge.

For information and bookings, please email [email protected] or call 020 8279 1050

OPEN TECHNIQUE Every Saturday (term-time only)10am – 11.30amUniversity of East London, 1 Salway Place, E15 1NF13 – 17 years

Free weekly open technique class for young people wanting to develop their skills in urban contemporary dance. This is an intermediate-level class open to all Newham residents aged 13-17.

For information and bookings, please email [email protected] or call 020 8279 1050

SUMMER DANCE SCHOOL Monday 19 August – Friday 23 August 10am – 3pm Stratford Circus Arts Centre, Theatre Square, Stratford, E15 1BX10 – 14 years Explore east London’s rich culture and diversity through a range of dance styles including street dance, contemporary, Bollywood, and more. Have fun developing new skills, perfecting your moves and making friends. No experience necessary, open to all levels. For more information please visit www.eastlondondance.org/classes or call 020 8279 1050

ELYDC AUDITONS October 2019 in Stratford(Date to be announced)14 – 17 years

Would you like to be a part of an exciting Youth Dance Company? Are you a committed and versatile dancer aged 14-17? If so, come and join the East London Youth Dance Company (ELYDC) auditions in October. If successful you will receive 4.5 hours of free advanced-level dance training a week and the opportunity to perform at a wide range of events.

For more information about auditionsEmail: [email protected] call 020 8279 1050.

ON THE MOVE: THE WELL Every Tuesday (term-time only)5pm – 6.30pmThe Well Community Centre, 49 Vicarage Lane, East Ham, E6 6DQ10 – 14 years

On The Move are fun weekly dance classes. Learn routines, make friends and perfect your moves. Dance with us and feel the best possible you! Dance styles include contemporary, street dance and hip hop. This class is for 10-14 year olds from Newham. No experience necessary, open to all levels.

For more information or to sign-up go towww.eastlondondance.org/classesor call 020 8279 1050

Booking essential

ON THE MOVE: STRATFORD Every Wednesday (term-time only)5pm – 6.30pmStratford Circus Arts Centre, Theatre Square, Stratford, E15 1BX10 – 14 years

On The Move are fun weekly dance classes. Learn routines, make friends and perfect your moves. Dance with us and feel the best possible you! Dance styles include contemporary, street dance and hip hop. This class is for 10-14 year olds from Newham.No experience necessary, open to all levels.

For more information or to sign-up go towww.eastlondondance.org/classesor call 020 8279 1050.

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ON THE MOVE: STRATFORD Every Wednesday (term-time only)5pm – 6.30pmStratford Circus Arts Centre, Theatre Square, Stratford, E15 1BX13 – 16 years

Brand new for 2019! On The Move dance classes for 13 – 16 year olds. Learn routines, make friends and perfect your moves. Dance with us and feel the best possible you! Dance styles include contemporary, street dance and urban dance styles. No experience necessary, open to all levels.

For more information or to sign-up go to www.eastlondondance.org/classesor call 020 8279 1050.

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Fitness in Newham

YOUNG GEN GYMMonday 29 July - Friday 2 AugustMonday 5 August - Friday 9 August Monday 12 August - Friday 16 August Monday 19 August - Friday 23 August Monday 26 August - Friday 30 August1pm – 3pmNewham Leisure Centre, 281 Prince Regent Lane, E13 8SD 11-15 years

The first steps to gym exercise for both boys and girls. Learn the basics in the gym and make new friends along the way.

Call 0300 124 0123 for more details.

YOUNG GEN GYM SESSIONSWeekdays from: Wednesday 25 July - Friday 31 August Atherton Leisure Centre, 189 Romford Road, E15 4JF4.30pm - 5.15pm11 - 15 years

The first steps to gym exercise for both boys and girls. Learn the basics in the gym and make new friends along the way.

Call 0300 124 0123 for more details.

Swimming in Newham

SUMMER INTENSIVE SWIMMING LESSONS Monday 29 July – Friday 30 August 9am - 12pmNewham Leisure Centre, 281 Prince Regent Lane, E13 8SD 3.5 – 16 years

Great opportunity to get the needed life skill either for a holiday trip or simply for more safety around the water. Please visit our website for more information or call our Customer Services on 0300 124 0123.

Children (5-16 years): £26Adults 16 and above: £35Concession Child/Adult: £19

For more details to book, call 0300 124 0123.

INFLATABLE FUN SWIM – WEEKDAYS Wednesdays: 31 July, 7, 14, 21, 28 August 1.30pm - 2.30pm Newham Leisure Centre, 281 Prince Regent Lane, E13 8SDAll ages

Suitable for all the family. During this time we have our inflatables available in the main pool. The teaching pool is open during this time too. Inflatable for 5+ years.

Junior member: £1.80Adult member: £3.75 Non-member £5.15

For more details to book call 0300 124 0123 or visit the front desk.

INFLATABLE FUN SWIM – WEEKENDSSaturdays2.30pm – 4pm Newham Leisure Centre, 281 Prince Regent Lane, E13 8SDAll agesSuitable for all the family. Use our big inflatables in the main pool. Teaching pool available too. The inflatables are suitable for 5+ years.

Junior member: £1.80Adult member: £3.75 Non-member £5.15

For more details to book call 0300 124 0123 or visit the front desk.

FUN SWIM WITH FLOATS Mondays: 29 July, 5, 12, 19, 26 August Times: 1.15pm - 2.30pm & 3pm - 4pm

Tuesdays: 30 July, 6, 13, 20, 27 August Times: 1pm - 2.30pm & 3pm - 4pm

Fridays: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 August Times: 1.30pm – 2.30pm Newham Leisure Centre, 281 Prince Regent Lane, E13 8SDAll agesSuitable for all the family with the option to use the giant floats, main and teaching pool available. Swim Safely Rules apply.

For more details to book call 0300 124 0123 or visit the front desk.

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DISABILITY SWIM SESSIONS Saturdays 4.30pm – 5.30pm Newham Leisure Centre, 281 Prince Regent Lane, E13 8SDAll ages

A fun and friendly session for families to enjoy together. Swim Safely Rules apply.

For more details to book call 0300 124 0123.

INTENSIVE SWIMMING LESSONS Monday 29 July - Friday 2 August Monday 5 August - Friday 9 AugustMonday 12 August – Friday 16 AugustMonday 19 August – Friday 23 AugustMonday 26 August – Friday 30 August9am - 11.45pm Atherton Leisure Centre, 189 Romford Road, E15 4JF 3.5 – 15 years One week intensive courses of 30 minute swimming lessons to improve your swimming skills.

£26 (£19 concession)For more details to book call 0300 124 0123.

FUN SWIM WITH FLOATSMonday 29 July – Friday 30 August Various times Atherton Leisure Centre, 189 Romford Road, E15 4JF All ages

This is a fun swim and includes floats and water toys where available. Swim Safely Rules apply.

Junior: £1.80Adult: £3.75Senior: £1.80

For more details to book call 0300 124 0123.

FUN SWIM WITH INFLATABLE SLIDEMonday 29 July – Friday 30 August Various times Atherton Leisure Centre, 189 Romford Road, E15 4JF 8 – 15 years

Fun session with inflatable slide. activeNewham swim safely rules apply. Spaces are limited, please book in advance.

Junior: £1.80Adult: £3.75Senior: £1.80

For more details to book call 0300 124 0123.

FAMILY SWIMMonday 29 July – Friday 30 August Various timesAtherton Leisure Centre, 189 Romford Road, E15 4JF All ages

A fun and friendly session for families to enjoy together. You can only attend this session if you have children with you. activeNewham swim safely rules apply.

Junior member: FreeAdult member: £3.75Non-member junior: £1.80Non-member adult: £5.20

INTENSIVE SWIMMING LESSONSMonday 29 July – Friday 30 August 9am – 1pm East Ham Leisure Centre, 324 Barking Road E6 2RT5+ years These five day courses will be led by our qualified coaches, aimed at developing new swimming skills as well as building water confidence.

Children (5-16 years): £26Adults 16 and above: £35 Concession: £19

For more details to book call 0300 124 0123.

FUN SWIM Monday 29 July – Friday 30 August Various times East Ham Leisure Centre, 324 Barking Road E6 2RTAll ages

This is a fun swim for everyone with water features, multi-slides and floats. This session can be booked in advance. Teaching pool only. activeNewham Swim Safely rules apply.

For more details to book call 0300 124 0123.

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Events This SummerNewham’s Volunteers has played a significant role in supporting a number of national and international high profile events. These include the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics, the London Triathlon and London Marathon. Volunteers have experienced the magical moments that these exciting events offer and many have gained an accreditation in Event Stewarding and progressed to paid employment.

Here’s just a snap shot of what you can get involved in this summer:

JULYThe Newham Show: Saturday 13 July – Sunday 14 July London Triathlon: Saturday 27 July – Sunday 28 JulySummer ParkLives: Monday 29 July – Sunday 1 September

AUGUST Under the Stars: Saturday 10 August – Sunday 11 August

NEWHAM’S VOLUNTEERSVOLUNTEER PROGRAMME

Would you like to be more active in your community? Ever thought about volunteering at a public event in Newham or giving some extra support to a local child or older person? Interested in learning some new skills or adding to your CV? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions and are aged 16 and over, why not consider joining the Newham’s Volunteer programme?

Newham’s Volunteers offers flexible volunteering opportunities on a short and long-term basis. We understand that time is precious, so however little or much time you have to spare, we would love to see you. We will train and support you to be the very best you can be, while helping those around you.

GOT SOME TIME TO SPARE? Make a difference to you and your neighbourhood by volunteering for as little as one hour this summer. Our unique programme offers flexibility and variety. You can make a big impact in just a small amount of time. Who knows, you may even make it a regular activity!Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, learn more about your local community, develop new or existing skills and to have fun.

We have a range of volunteering opportunities available right on your doorstep. This includes roles at your local library, leisure centre and parks or open spaces. Your volunteering journey really can start here.

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LONG TERM OPPORTUNITIESIf you would like to volunteer more frequently and give your time on a regular basis, we have lots of opportunities across a number of areas. All roles offer ongoing support and training if required. Our opportunities are increasing all the time to ensure that there is something to suit everyone.

Please see some of the areas that you could support:

• Adults Social Care: Supporting and befriending an older resident.

• Environment: Community growth site, community gardening, conservation days, planting, and spruce-up days.

• Sports: Cricket coaching & umpiring, football coaching, athletics, tennis, Summer ParkLives, badminton and boxing.

• Young People: Assisting young people with school reading and youth offending panels.

• Libraries: Helping children at homework and games club, supporting adult clubs, movie nights and other activities within Newham’s libraries.

• Employment & Training: Gain new skills, qualifications and access to job opportunities.

These are just some examples that are available.

We have much more!

So how do I get involved? It really is quite simple. Follow these 4 steps and you could soon be starting your volunteering journey

1. Log on to www.volunteers.activenewham.org.uk2. Complete the registration form - remember, you

need to be 16 years old or over3. Accept our invitation to attend a short Volunteer

Induction (Welcome Workshop)4. After you have attended the induction, you can

start supporting our fantastic opportunities.

Still not sure? Our dedicated team is on hand to offer you guidance and support throughout. Contact us on 020 3770 4444 (option 5) or email [email protected]

We look forward to hearing from you soon.

Happy Volunteering!

TESTIMONIALS

Natasha Lawrence – LBN

I wanted to let you know that Frank, Connor, Kate and Alina were amazing! They were a massive help and made life so easy on the day. I believe their help made the event run smoothly. Please pass on a massive thanks to all four of them!

Lubna, Newham’s Volunteer:

‘I’m feeling very happy to be given a chance to volunteer at events and I enjoyed them a lot. Thank you very much for the opportunity.’

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Greenwich+ Docklands International FestivalLondon’s leading festival of free outdoor theatre and performing arts

DAEDALUM ARCHITECTS OF AIR Friday 21 June 1pm – 9pmSaturday 22 June 11am – 9pmSunday 23 June 11am – 6pmRoyal Albert Dock, E6 5NEAll ages Please note that last admission is 20 minutes before closing time.

Lose yourself in this dazzling, immersive architectural installation created by Alan Parkinson, whose spectacular “cathedrals of air” have attracted more than 3 million visitors across the world. Suitable for all ages, why not combine your visit with a pitstop at our Dockside festival site, complete with deckchairs, playful fountains and street food.

CRISTAL PALACE TRANSE EXPRESSSaturday 6 July 9.30pm – 11pm Royal Albert Dock, E6 5NEAll ages

You and your family can be part of the greatest dance party in history in the spectacular 2019 Greenwich+Docklands International Festival closing ceremony. Fusing dance, music, acrobatics and theatre, Cristal Palace will see the Royal Albert Dock transformed into a glittering outdoor ballroom, with the help of a giant overhead chandelier in this high-flying immersive production. Join hands with international and local dancers in an evening of celebration rounded off with a firework display, bringing this year’s festival to a euphoric conclusion.

Vaccines save lives. Is your child fully protected?

Vaccinations for a range of illnesses are offered free of charge for all children living in the UK.

Keep your family one step ahead - check when their next immunisation is due or discuss it with your GP.

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Cristal PalacePhoto Juan Robert

Daedalum Photo Alan Parkinson

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Thursday 1 August 3pm – 8.30pm

Wednesday 7 August 3pm – 8.30pm

Thursday 8 August 3pm – 8.30pm

Wednesday 14 August 3pm – 8.30pm

Thursday 15 August 3pm – 8.30pm

11 – 19 yearsLittle Ilford Youth Zone, 1a Rectory Road, Manor Park, E12 6JB

For more information call 020 3373 7638 or email youth [email protected]

SHIPMAN CENTRE

Tuesday 23 July2.30pm – 8pm

Friday 26 July2.30pm – 8pm

Tuesday 30 July2.30pm – 8pm

Friday 2 August2.30pm – 8pm

Tuesday 6 August 2.30pm – 8pm

Friday 9 August 2.30pm – 8pm

Tuesday 13 August 2.30pm – 8pm

Friday 16 August 2.30pm – 8pm

11 – 19 yearsShipman Centre, Prince Regent Lane, Custom House, E16 3JH

For more information call 020 7511 2197 or email [email protected]

CHILL SPOT YOUTH ZONE

Monday 22 July 3.15pm – 5.45pm

Wednesday 24 July 3.15pm – 5.45pm

Monday 29 July 3.15pm – 5.45pm

Wednesday 31 July3.15pm – 5.45pm

Monday 5 August 3.15pm – 5.45pm

Wednesday 7 August 3.15pm – 5.45pm

Monday 12 August 3.15pm – 5.45pm

Wednesday 14 August 3.15pm – 5.45pm

11- 19 yearsChill Spot Youth Zone, Stratford Library, 3 The Grove, Stratford, E15 1EL

For more information call 07976 734 159 or email [email protected]

Youth ZonesYouth Zones are open to young people between 11 and 19 years and provide a range of interesting activities. These sessions provide young people with a safe environment and an opportunity to develop their personal and social skills. Come along to one of your youth zones to enjoy a range of free, fun and educational activities such as music technology, studio sessions, arts and crafts, multi sports, competitions, table tennis, PS4 & Xbox games, cookery, hair and beauty and much more.

BECKTON GLOBE YOUTH ZONE

Wednesday 24 July 2pm – 7pm

Thursday 25 July 2pm – 7pm

Wednesday 31 July2pm – 7pm

Thursday 1 August 2pm – 7pm

Wednesday 7 August2pm – 7pm

Thursday 8 August2pm – 7pm

Wednesday 14 August 2pm – 7pm

Thursday 15 August 2pm – 7pm

11 – 19 years Beckton Globe Youth Zone, 1 Kingsford Way, Beckton, E6 5JQ

For more information call 020 3373 4025 or email [email protected]

FOREST GATE YOUTH ZONE

Tuesday 23 July 3pm - 7pm

Friday 26 July3pm - 7pm

Tuesday 30 July3pm - 7pm

Friday 2 August 3pm - 7pm

Tuesday 6 August 3pm - 7pm

Friday 9 August 3pm - 7pm

Tuesday 13 August 3pm - 7pm

Friday 16 August 3pm - 7pm

11 – 19 yearsForest Gate Youth Zone, 1 Woodgrange Road, Forest Gate, E7 ODH

For more information call 020 3373 0588 or email [email protected]

LITTLE ILFORD YOUTH ZONE

Wednesday 24 July3pm – 8.30pm

Thursday 25 July 3pm – 8.30pm

Wednesday 31 July 3pm – 8.30pm

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Summer Parks Whether you want to relax, play or enjoy a day out with friends or family, you will find a park in Newham to suit your needs.

LITTLE GRUBS Every Tuesday10am – 12pm Plashet Park, Plashet Grove, E6 1BTAll ages

Parent and child gardening, nature and crafts workshops. Enjoy a range of exciting activities taking place each week. Sessions feature a number of hands on play based and open ended activities.

A great way to get children and families to connect with and explore nature together.

Meet at the Activity and Learning Zone near Rangers Office.* Please wear suitable outdoor clothing

GARDENING CLUB Every Thursday 10am – 12pm Plashet Park, Plashet Grove, E6 1BTAll ages

The community gardening includes the opportunity to weave hazel grown beds, plant up and develop our community growing spaces.

Meet at the Activity and Learning Zone near Rangers Office.

BOWLING TASTER SESSIONS – NEW PLAYERS Every Wednesday11.30am – 12:30pmPlashet Park, Plashet Grove, E6 1BT16+ years

Bowling is a great sport for anyone to play. Come along to taster sessions where one of the trainers will show you around the club and introduce you to the game. Learn the basics of bowling and make new friends.

ParkLives PARKLIVES ACTIVITIES ARE FREEIT’S OPEN TO EVERYONE YOU’LL MEET LOTS OF PEOPLEAND HAVE BAGS OF FUN

Monday 29 July – Sunday 1 September Visit www.parklives.com for a full list of venues and timings.

Our ParkLives programme is a free and easy way for you to get the best out of your local park. In fact, it’s much more than just a walk in the park. We welcome people of all ages and abilities to come along and join in.

Activities including those listed below will be taking place every week in various parks and open spaces across Newham.

ROLLER SKATING Various locations8+ years

An exciting family session. We provide the skates and the coaching to get you started.

DANCE AEROBICSVarious locations 6+ years

Dance the hour away. Learn some new dance moves with this fun filled class.

NOSTALGIA GAMESVarious locations All ages

Have a go at some traditional sports day events like Sack Races alongside Space Hoppers, Giant Jenga and Dominoes.

TENNISVarious locations All ages

Take to the new courts with our qualified coaches to improve your skills whatever your level or ability. Activities and games especially designed for the whole family.

CYCLING Various locations All ages

An inclusive and adapted cycling session with all equipment provided. *under 18’s must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

SUMO WRESTLING Various locations 8+ years

The aim of the game is to push, pull and belly bounce to get the other sumo out of the circle. A crawling game is adapted for ages 3+.

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PONY RIDE EXPERIENCEDocklands Equestrian Centre3+ years

Experience riding a pony on a lead rein. Meet and greet the horses at Newham. A 75km/12 stone weight restriction is applied for riding. *Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult.

FUN ATHLETICS Various locations All ages

Fun games and activities involving running, jumping and throwing.

BOXINGVarious locations8+ years

Learn the jab, cross, uppercut and more, under expert guidance.

TAG ARCHERY Various locations 8+ years

Similar to dodgeball with our bows and patented foam-tipped arrows. This exciting, action-packed game engages everyone. Don’t miss out on tag, the game you never outgrow!

BMXArc in the Park 6+ years

Try out this exciting, adrenaline fuelled sport with our expert coaches. We will provide all the equipment and all the thrills!

YOGA Various locations14+ years

A rewarding set of exercises to tone your body and relax the mind.

MULTI-SPORTSVarious locations 8+ years

Try different sports such as basketball, cricket, football, badminton and lots more!

DANCE Various locations All ages

Dance the hour away like no one’s watching! Stay young and feel good with this fun way to get active. Suitable for all.

SKATEBOARD AND SCOOTERVarious locations All ages

Learn to skateboard and scooter with our friendly instructors who will teach you the tricks and skills of the trade. All equipment provided.

YOGA ON THE MOVEVarious locations14+ years

Join us and perform yoga postures for the whole body before embarking on a walk which combines breathing and walking techniques.

WRS WILD SLYDE Various locations3+ years

WRS is just like swimming, but without water. Train with the UK’s first gladiator champion Weininger Irwin on this unique slide equipment. A great way to get active and have fun! Families welcome.

LITTLE GRUBSPlashet Park Nature Reserve3+ years

Parent and child gardening, nature and craft workshops. The perfect messy outdoor activity!

FAMILY HULA HOOPING Stratford Park All ages

Hula your way to fitness with our expert instructor. Fun for the whole family.

INCLUSIVE SPORTStratford Park 11 – 25 years

A variety of sports and activities for children and young people with disabilities.

TABLE TENNIS Various locations All ages

Grab a bat and ball from one of our friendly staff and take to the table!

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EAST SUMMER SCHOOLMonday 29 July – Friday 9 August Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Here East

At Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, we are creating a new exciting cultural and education district - East Bank - which will see BBC, London College of Fashion, Sadler’s Wells, UCL, V&A in partnership with Smithsonian expand their offer to east London. Ahead of the arrival of these institutions, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park are working with them again this year to deliver a high quality summer school programme.

EAST Summer school will give young people aged 13 – 16 years old the chance to experience something new, develop new skills, meet new businesses/institutions and make friends over the summer holidays. This year’s programme will include courses in Hip Hop Theatre, Film Making, Game Design, Engineering, Robotics, Fashion and so much more.

If you are interested in taking part please visit our website www.QueenElizabethOlympicPark.co.uk/summerschool for more information about how to apply.

SUMMER AT QUEEN ELIZABETH OLYMPIC PARK London Stadium Learning is an exciting education provision at London Stadium in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. It fulfils the promise of an educational legacy from the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games for children, young people and the community by offering inspiring enrichment provision relating to sports journalism and enterprise. As an educational hub it connects learning to businesses and organisations in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and aims to increase the employability of Newham residents by offering positive vocational experiences.

Courses on offerLONDON STADIUM NEWS - 3 DAY COURSEMonday 12 August – Wednesday 14 August 10am – 3pm11-16 years FREE – limited spaces

This is an exciting course at London Stadium Learning, in the heart of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Using blogs, vlogs and audio recordings published on our social media pages. We will go around the park to meet the people who work here to investigate and report on what activities there are available for young people to get involved with.

Please bring a packed lunch.

MULTI-SPORTS AND MEDIA - 3 DAY COURSEMonday 19 August – Wednesday 21 August 10am – 3pm9-16 YearsFREE – limited spaces Would you like to take part in multi-sports activities following in the footsteps of the famous athletes who won medals at the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games?Do you see yourself as the next TV reporter? This is an exciting course at our London Stadium in the heart of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Alongside a range of athletic, sports and health and fitness activities you will become junior journalists to report on the events taking place by using our social media platform.

Please bring sports clothes, a water bottle and a packed lunch.

For more information on courses and prices and to make a booking please contact [email protected]

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Help your children learn and gain some new skills.

Places on each course are limited and will be offered on a first come first served basis.

Places must be booked prior to attending the course.

To book a place on any activities below, please call 020 3373 6508 and mention Family Learning when booking.

CREATIVE ARTS & CRAFTSMonday 29 July 10.30am – 12.30pm Oliver Thomas Children’s Centre, Mathews Avenue, East Ham, E6 6BU4 – 8 yearsUsing the art of paper cutting, make and create fun things.

MAKING BUTTERFLIES AND LANTERNS Tuesday 30 July 10.30am – 12.30pmSt. Stephen’s Children’s Centre, Whitfield Road, East Ham, E6 1AS4 – 8 yearsHave fun doing arts and crafts activities and creating butterflies and lanterns.

HAVING FUN WITH MATHS Tuesday 30 July 1.30pm – 3.30pm St. Stephen’s Children’s Centre, Whitfield Road, East Ham, E6 1AS4 – 8 yearsExplore maths in a fun way and develop children’s maths skills through fun maths activities.

MAKING PUPPETSThursday 1 August 10.30am – 12.30pm St. Stephen’s Children’s Centre, Whitfield Road, East Ham, E6 1AS4 – 8 years Have fun making puppets and make reading and writing fun for children.

MASKING MASKSThursday 1 August 1.30pm – 3.30pm St. Stephen’s Children’s Centre, Whitfield Road, East Ham, E6 1AS4 – 8 years Have fun making and decorating masks using your creative arts and crafts skills.

MAKING PUPPETSFriday 2 August 1.30pm – 3.30pm Oliver Thomas Children’s Centre, Mathews Avenue, East Ham, London E6 6BU4 – 8 yearsHave fun making puppets and make reading and writing fun for children.

SPACE CHASE – HAVING FUN WITH ARTS & CRAFTSTuesday 13 August11am – 1pm Custom House Library, Prince Regent Lane, London, E16 3JJ4 – 11 yearsEnjoy your time and have fun using your arts & craft skills to explore space.

SPACE CHASE – HAVING FUN WITH ARTS & CRAFTSTuesday 13 August2pm – 4pm Custom House and Canning Town Community Neighbourhood Centre, 18 Rathbone Market, E16 1EH4 – 11 yearsEnjoy your time and have fun using your arts & craft skills to explore space.

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NEWHAM GIVING Newham Giving supports children and young people aged 7-18. Newham Giving provides funding for innovative, aspirational and essential school holiday projects in the summer.

BECKTON SKILLS CENTRE Various days13 – 18 years 7 Hillcroft Road, Beckton, E6 6LW

Teaching skills in how to build, strip and rebuild go-karts before racing them at the end of the summer. Participants can work towards a city and guilds qualification in Motor Vehicle Maintenance.

For more information and booking call 020 7511 3000.

NEWHAM ALL STAR SPORTS ACADEMY Various days10am – 2pmUEL Sports Dock, University Way, E16 2RG8 – 17 years

Sports sessions including athletics, basketball, fencing and futsal. Workshop opportunities for teenagers covering subjects such as drug and alcohol awareness and being street wise.

For more information and booking call 0747 650 6998.

FIGHT FOR PEACE Various days 2pm – 4pm Woodman Community Centre, Woodman Street, E16 2LS5 – 12 years

Combat sports including boxing and martial arts training with opportunities to compete. Activities also include personal development sessions on topics such as money management, online safety and food preparation.

For more information and booking call 020 7474 0054.

AMBITION, ASPIRE, ACHIEVE Various days 10am – 6pm 8 – 17 years: The Glyn Hopkin Abbey Hub, 6 Gay Road, Stratford, E15 2RN 13 – 18 years: Terence Brown Arc, Hermit Road Park, Bethell Avenue, Canning Town, E16 4JT

Providing activities including arts & crafts, sports and games.

For more information and booking call 0207 511 4253.

BONNY DOWNS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONVarious days 10am – 3pm The Well County Centre, 49 Vicarage Lane, E6 6DQ5 – 12 years

Activities including sports, arts and team building exercises. The theme will be “Caring for Ourselves, our community and our world”. The young leaders will be providing training on subjects such as radicalisation, healthy relationships and safeguarding issues.

For more information and booking call 020 8586 7070.

WEST SILVERTOWN VILLAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONVarious days10am – 3pm Britannia Village, 65 Evelyn Road, E16 1TU 5 – 12 years

Activities including sports, arts and digital engagement. The workshops will cover issues such as mental health, knife crime and digital inclusion. At the end of the programme there will be a community fun day organised by our young leaders.

For more information and booking call 0207 511 6118.

ASTON MANSFIELD Various days 11 – 4pm The Froud Centre, 1 Toronto Avenue, London, E12 5JS 12 – 17 years

Aimed at young people who are making a transition from either primary school to high school or high school to college. Activities are fun and educational covering subjects such as personal safety, money management, volunteering and healthy eating.

For more information and booking call 0203 740 8100.

ELEVATED ASPIRATIONS Various days10am – 4pmForest Gate Library, 6-8 Woodgrange Road, Forest Gate, London, E7 OQH 13 – 18 years

Activities include catwalk modelling, photographic modelling, singing and much more. At the end of the programme there will be a community show held to showcase the work of participants.

For more information and booking call 0795 643 6743.

NEWHAM COMMUNITY RENEWAL PROGRAMMEVarious days 254 Katherine Road Community Centre, E7 8PN10 – 18 years

Activities include sports, indoor skydiving, yoga, self-defence, health and well-being. Workshops address themes like improving mental health and there is a challenge session on how to develop, market, and make a profit on a small business project. It is also fun with cinema and beach excursions. The programme ends with a community barbecue.

For more information and booking call 020 8471 6954.

CAPITAL KIDS CRICKET Monday to Wednesday at West Ham Park, Upton Lane, London, E7 9PUWednesday to Friday at Plashet Park, Flanders Field, Napier Road, London, E6 2SG8 – 16 years

Cricket sessions help build self-confidence and team spirit. Followed by workshops which covers topics like community safety and first aid. The programme ends with a Sunday family celebration and awards ceremony at West Ham Park.

For more information and booking call 0793 177 0717.

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NEWHAM GIVING Newham Giving supports children and young people aged 7-18. Newham Giving provides funding for innovative, aspirational and essential school holiday projects in the summer.

BECKTON SKILLS CENTRE Various days13 – 18 years 7 Hillcroft Road, Beckton, E6 6LW

Teaching skills in how to build, strip and rebuild go-karts before racing them at the end of the summer. Participants can work towards a city and guilds qualification in Motor Vehicle Maintenance.

For more information and booking call 020 7511 3000.

NEWHAM ALL STAR SPORTS ACADEMY Various days10am – 2pmUEL Sports Dock, University Way, E16 2RG8 – 17 years

Sports sessions including athletics, basketball, fencing and futsal. Workshop opportunities for teenagers covering subjects such as drug and alcohol awareness and being street wise.

For more information and booking call 0747 650 6998.

FIGHT FOR PEACE Various days 2pm – 4pm Woodman Community Centre, Woodman Street, E16 2LS5 – 12 years

Combat sports including boxing and martial arts training with opportunities to compete. Activities also include personal development sessions on topics such as money management, online safety and food preparation.

For more information and booking call 020 7474 0054.

AMBITION, ASPIRE, ACHIEVE Various days 10am – 6pm 8 – 17 years: The Glyn Hopkin Abbey Hub, 6 Gay Road, Stratford, E15 2RN 13 – 18 years: Terence Brown Arc, Hermit Road Park, Bethell Avenue, Canning Town, E16 4JT

Providing activities including arts & crafts, sports and games.

For more information and booking call 0207 511 4253.

BONNY DOWNS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONVarious days 10am – 3pm The Well County Centre, 49 Vicarage Lane, E6 6DQ5 – 12 years

Activities including sports, arts and team building exercises. The theme will be “Caring for Ourselves, our community and our world”. The young leaders will be providing training on subjects such as radicalisation, healthy relationships and safeguarding issues.

For more information and booking call 020 8586 7070.

WEST SILVERTOWN VILLAGE COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONVarious days10am – 3pm Britannia Village, 65 Evelyn Road, E16 1TU 5 – 12 years

Activities including sports, arts and digital engagement. The workshops will cover issues such as mental health, knife crime and digital inclusion. At the end of the programme there will be a community fun day organised by our young leaders.

For more information and booking call 0207 511 6118.

ASTON MANSFIELD Various days 11 – 4pm The Froud Centre, 1 Toronto Avenue, London, E12 5JS 12 – 17 years

Aimed at young people who are making a transition from either primary school to high school or high school to college. Activities are fun and educational covering subjects such as personal safety, money management, volunteering and healthy eating.

For more information and booking call 0203 740 8100.

ELEVATED ASPIRATIONS Various days10am – 4pmForest Gate Library, 6-8 Woodgrange Road, Forest Gate, London, E7 OQH 13 – 18 years

Activities include catwalk modelling, photographic modelling, singing and much more. At the end of the programme there will be a community show held to showcase the work of participants.

For more information and booking call 0795 643 6743.

NEWHAM COMMUNITY RENEWAL PROGRAMMEVarious days 254 Katherine Road Community Centre, E7 8PN10 – 18 years

Activities include sports, indoor skydiving, yoga, self-defence, health and well-being. Workshops address themes like improving mental health and there is a challenge session on how to develop, market, and make a profit on a small business project. It is also fun with cinema and beach excursions. The programme ends with a community barbecue.

For more information and booking call 020 8471 6954.

CAPITAL KIDS CRICKET Monday to Wednesday at West Ham Park, Upton Lane, London, E7 9PUWednesday to Friday at Plashet Park, Flanders Field, Napier Road, London, E6 2SG8 – 16 years

Cricket sessions help build self-confidence and team spirit. Followed by workshops which covers topics like community safety and first aid. The programme ends with a Sunday family celebration and awards ceremony at West Ham Park.

For more information and booking call 0793 177 0717.

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1. Atherton Leisure Centre 189 Romford Road, E15 4JF

2. Beckton Globe Youth Zone 1 Kingsford Way,

Beckton E6 5JQ

3. Beckton Globe Library 1 Kingsford Way, E6 5JQ

4. Beckton Skills Centre 7 Hillcroft Road, Beckton, E6 6LW

5. Custom House and Canning Town Library 18 Rathbone Market,

Barking Road, E16 1EH

6. The Crystal 1 Siemens Brothers Way,

E16 1GB

7. Custom House Library Prince Regent Lane, E16 3JJ

8. Discover Children’s Story Centre

383 – 387 High Street, E15 4QZ

9. East Ham Leisure Centre 324 Barking Road, E6 2RT

10. Forest Gate Youth Zone 1 Woodgrange Road,

Forest Gate, E7 ODH

11. Forest Gate Library 2 – 6 Woodgrange Road,

E7 OQH

12. Green Street Library 337 – 341 Green Street,

E13 9AR

13. London Stadium Learning London Marathon

Community Track, E20 2ST

14. Manor Park Library 685 – 693 Romford Road

E15 5AD

15. Newham City Farm Stansfield Road, E6 5LT

16. Newham Leisure Centre 281 Prince Regent Lane,

E13 8SD

17. North Woolwich Library 5 Pier Parade, E16 2LJ

18. Oliver Thomas Children’s Centre Mathews Avenue, East Ham, E6 6BU

19. Plaistow Library North Street, E13 9HL

20. Plashet Park Plashet Grove, E6 1BT

21. Queen Elizabeth Park E20 2ST

22. Royal Docks Royal Albert Dock, E6 5NE

23. Shipman Centre Prince Regent Lane,

Custom House, E16 3JH

24. Stratford Library 3 The Grove, E15 1EL

25. Stratford Park 51 Church St, E15 3JR

26. St. Stephen’s Children’s Centre Whitfield Road, East Ham, E6 1AS

27. The Crystal 1 Siemens Brothers Way,

E16 1GB

28. UEL Sports Dock University Way, E16 2RG

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