Below are some of the activities for residents aged 35+:
Monday: Embroidery 11am – 1pm
Tuesday: Pilates 9am-10am
Friday: Chair based exercise 10-11am
Friday: Knit and knatter 11am-12pm
Friday: Evening yoga 6-7pm
For these events, due to limited capacity – residents should either come in or call the library 02033730827 to book their slot.
Newham Libraries Twitter, website.
East Ham Community Neighbourhood
Tuesday: Coffee morning at Pilgrims Way 11am-12:30pm
Thursday: Coffee morning at Central Park Café 10 am-12pm
If you want to explore the wildlife, art and heritage along The Line in Newham why not join their free One Step at a Time wellbeing walks – which are running until the end of September 2021.
The aim is to improve fitness and wellbeing, particularly after a year of lockdowns and isolation. The walks enable people to discover The Line, enjoy some company and refreshments together.
Walks are at 12pm on Thursday afternoons and start from The Print House in Stratford. You must register to attend.
To find out more and sign up, please email or check out their Instagram.
Undercurrents
17 August – 5 September
Abstract Artist Leah Dyke will be showing some of her paintings at the Abstract works of colour and texture exhibition.
The opening times are between 8.30am till 4pm during weekdays and 10am till 4pm over the weekend.
Number 8, Forest Gate Emporium, 8 Sebert Rd, London E7 0NQ
Quiz Night 2nd September.
Start time 7pm until 9pm.
It’s time to get your thinking caps on for the return of the first quiz night post lockdown.
£50 first prize, £2.50 per person, a bottle of house white or red for the second place and two spot prize drinks (pint, glass of wine etc.)
Soul Night (DJ)
3rd September
6/7pm until 10pm
A DJ will be playing a mix of old skool classics and new age soul music. A selection of cocktails will be served that night too. (Mojitos, Woo Woos, Tequila/Rum/Vodka Sunset)
Denmark Arms 381 Barking Road, E6 1LA
Future Cargo
3-4 September – 8pm
Future Cargo is a sci-fi dance show performed in a 40 foot haulage truck. Future Cargo is showing as part of Greenwich+Docklands International Festival, London’s largest and longest-running festival of outdoor theatre.
Free, Pontoon Dock. More information here.
TikTok Dance Class
4 September – 3pm from £10
If you want to take your dance moves to another level, book your place at Roof East’s brand new TikTok dance class, hosted by Pineapple Dance Studios.
Roof East is located on top of the Stratford Centre car park. Floors 7 & 8, Stratford Multi-Storey Car Park, Great Eastern Way, London E15 1XE. Information here.
Gallery Opening
4 September
Stratford Unitarians are having their official opening of a gallery space. It’s going to encourage the creativity of professional artists and promote community participation.
West Ham Lane, London E15 4PH. More information here.
Materials and Process
9 Sept – 3 Oct
Private Viewing: Thurs 9 Sept 6pm-9pm
Artists Talk: Sat 18 Sept 12-3pm
Artist KV Duong invites you to his group exhibition. KV is exhibiting with Diana Burch, Chris Horner and Geraldine Van Heemstra.
Address and website: Canning Gallery, 11 Brunel St. E16 1EB
Newham Unlocked Festival
10 September – 17 October
Newham Unlocked Festival is an arts, culture and creativity festival featuring an exciting and diverse programme of events. Showcasing talented local performers, it will be happening throughout Newham with loads for residents to get involved with in the run up to the festival.
The theme of this year’s festival is Unity. Website here.
Strangers on a Patio
11, 18 & 25 September
Comedian, mental health advocate, cocktail enthusiast and gardener Krish, aka the Depressed Baker has opened up a comedy club in his garden in Maryland. Krish has partnered with a range of local Stratford brands to provide drinks and snacks at the shows.
All proceeds from these events will be going to The Wickers Charity who organise community programmes in London for young people aged 8 – 18. Website and Instagram.
Forest Gate Jumble Trail
12 September – 11am – 4pm
Wilkinson Estate Agents are sponsoring the Forest Gate Jumble Trail. Simply follow the map to find lots of treasures including books, clothes, toys, plants, cakes, arts and crafts.
If you would like to be a seller at the Jumble Trail it costs £5. You can book a stall by popping into Number 8, Emporium Forest Gate with your details and money.
Website, Instagram, Number 8 Forest Gate Emporium.
50 Mile Sponsored Cycle Ride
12 September
The Renewal Programme’s chair of the board has organised a sponsored cycle to raise money for their 50th appeal.
The cycle will cover 50 miles and take place in 50 of Newham’s landmarks and views. More information on their website here.
Newham Unlocked Window Art
17 September – 17 October
An Art Trail exhibition on the theme of ‘Unity’ will take place in house and shop windows in Plaistow and Green Street.
The exhibition is led by Michael Nash in collaboration with Rosetta Arts as part of the Newham Unlocked Festival.
If you would like to take part email more information via Instagram.
Forest Gate South Jumble Trail
19 September
St Matthews Church is organising a jumble trail for residents wanting to sell anything from books, clothes, bric a brac, artwork and home craft projects.
Anyone in the area can set up a stall in front of their house; all you have to do is register free online. Website here.
Quincy’s Comedy Lounge Presents…
27 September – Doors open at 6pm Showtime starts at 8pm
Canning Town’s very own Quincy aka Cockney Prince is performing his Stand Up Monday comedy event at the Refreshment Room.
27 Broadway, Stratford, E15 4BQ, Website and Instagram.
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