Newham Mag Issue 354 by London Borough of Newham

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Contents. On the cover

11 ROYAL VISITOR – Prince Edward honours young 15 SPREADING FESTIVE CHEER – lights to brighten the borough

18 CHILD’S PLAY – new nursery to open doors In this issue 09 FANTASTIC FIREWORKS – nocturnal entertainment 12 HISTORICAL REMINDERS – bringing the past into the present 16 HONOURING OUR HEROES – Remembrance services show we shall not forget

Regulars 03 NEWS – three pages of news from across the borough 06 MAYOR’S VIEW – news from Sir Robin Wales 21 CAUGHT ON CAMERA – help ﬁnd these litter-droppers 22 OUR NEWHAM – community news 24 KIDS’ CORNER – jokes, pictures and puzzles for our younger readers 26 WHAT’S ON – ﬁve pages of activities and events for you to try – most of them free

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News Silvertown Tunnel must benefit Newham residents and businesses Transport for London must ensure the Silvertown Tunnel scheme is fairer, greener and safer for Newham’s residents and businesses. While there is an unequivocal need for additional river crossings in east London, Newham Council has serious concerns about the current proposals for the Silvertown Tunnel. A Local Impact Report agreed at a recent Cabinet meeting says any positive benefits of the project would be outweighed by the detrimental effects of a range of issues including noise, air quality, safety for pedestrians and cyclists, and increased traffic congestion. It also raises concerns over the proposed tolls that would be imposed on both Blackwall and Silvertown Tunnels once the new crossing is finished. Unless these concerns are adequately addressed the council will maintain its objections to the scheme. The issues highlighted include the: • proposed tolling at the new tunnel and Blackwall Tunnel. There are no such financial penalties for people using other river crossings in London meaning Newham’s residents and businesses would be penalised. • impacts on air quality and noise from both the construction and operation of the new tunnel. • concerns over the scale of the HGV movements associated with

the construction of the tunnel. Although there has been a promise of an increase in the use of the river to transport material, the council wants a commitment for more material to be moved in this way. • increase in traffic on the local road network as a result of vehicles using the new tunnel which could also seriously impact on the regeneration of the Royal Docks and the Enterprise Zone. • heightened risk to pedestrians and cyclists as a result of increased traffic. • twenty five per cent of the construction jobs created by the scheme should be filled by Newham residents.

Mayor Sir Robin Wales said: “We want to help people travel as smoothly and safely across the borough as possible. This is a vital part of supporting businesses to fulfil their potential and provide additional employment and prosperity for our economy. But the current plans for Silvertown Tunnel will create more issues than they solve. We need to ensure that we get the best possible deal for Newham. “There have been some efforts to address our concerns but more needs to be done before we can support the scheme.”

The current Woolwich Ferry: the tunnel scheme must benefit residents and business

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News College repays £2million loan to the council A loan made by Newham Council to support Newham College of Further Education through a funding shortfall, has been repaid in full. Two years ago, the council loaned the college £2million as it was facing a financial gap due to changes in Government funding. The college, which has campuses at two sites, Stratford and East Ham, had already undertaken an extensive cost cutting exercise to identify savings. However the college would not see the benefit from the changes it had made for another year, which meant there would be a one-off funding gap in 2014/15. As approximately 60 per cent of the college’s students were Newham residents, the council agreed a short term loan, at a commercial rate, to support the college. Mayor Sir Robin Wales said: “We provided the college with a loan as it was the right thing to do. Many of their students are our residents and we wanted to ensure that they could continue their education. Our loan has now been repaid in full.”

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Councillors and staﬀ at the fundraiser

Coffee morning helps cancer charity Newham Council staff raised more than £1,000 for charity Breast Cancer Care with a coffee morning held at their offices in Newham Dockside. Staff and workers bought a host of homemade cakes, Christmas cards, clothes and accessories at the fundraising event supported by Councillor Clive Furness, mayoral adviser for adults and health, Chief Executive Kim BromleyDerry and Deputy Mayor Councillor Lester Hudson. There was a raffle for prizes including four tickets for a show of the winner’s choice at Theatre Royal Stratford East, a meal for four at Café Football at Westfield Stratford and a champagne afternoon tea for two on the Sunborn Yacht Hotel, Royal Victoria Dock. The money raised will help those affected by breast cancer, allowing them to access information and the best treatment available. Councillor Furness, said: “I congratulate everyone involved for their efforts which will go towards helping people who are affected by breast cancer. I also want to thank the businesses who contributed prizes for the raffle.”

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...in brief Stand up to violence against women Newham residents are invited to take a stand against violence towards women on Friday 25 November. They can show their support for the UN’s International Day for the Elimination Flashback to last year’s campaign of Violence Against Women from 9.30am-1pm at the event, held at 328 Barking Road, East Ham. There will be inspirational speakers, keep fit and dance classes, information stalls as well as refreshments. To book a place or get more information, email: CHsocialcare@newham.gov.uk or call 020 3373 0332/07814 615 350.

Stay warm, well with heating help Keeping warm can help prevent colds, flu or more serious conditions such as heart attacks, strokes, pneumonia and depression. National Energy Action (NEA) are providing free heating improvements to a limited number of Newham’s vulnerable residents. To be eligible, you must be: • • • •

over 18 living in an owner-occupied or privately rented property have a long term health condition or diagnosed disability have an income below £16,100 or receiving benefits

Only limited free improvements are available and will be awarded on a first-come-first-served basis. To register, email elizabeth.ogunleye@newham.gov.uk or call 020 3373 1430.

Pledge to tackle violence

Yellow box enforcement cameras go live Newham’s 30 yellow box junction enforcement cameras go live from 1 December as part of our Keep Newham Moving campaign. Drivers who block the borough’s junctions can now expect a fine through the post. The charge for breaking the law in the clearly marked yellow boxes is £130, reduced to £65 if paid within 14 days. Motorists are advised not to enter a box junction unless their exit is clear.

Blue Badge abusers get the red card Eight people have been convicted and fined for misusing disabled badges when parking in the borough. Thames Magistrates Court heard how the defendants were caught by Newham Council’s law enforcement officers using the Blue Badges illegally, either without the person whose card it was not being in the car or the people they were assigned to had died. The defendants were fined between £120 and £700 plus the council’s costs for investigating the cases.

Benefits consultation From next year, central government is proposing to cut benefits for some families. This means that Newham Council’s current scheme for Council Tax reductions will cost us more. Newham Council is proposing some changes to the current scheme in order to do the most to help people in the borough. Find out more and have your say until 16 December at www.newham.gov.uk/ ctconsultation

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Mayor’s view Support for residents recognised as amongst the best I’m proud to be able to announce that Newham Council has been shortlisted for honours in the hotly contested Local Government Chronicle awards. We’re nominated for Council of the Year, Digital Council of the Year, Entrepreneurial Council of the Year and Innovative Service Delivery. These are among the top honours a council can achieve in the municipal world, but what really matters is that our work on behalf of residents is being recognised as the best that it can be.

“ Newham has a bold vision for what our community should look like.” These nominations are testament to our determination to defend Newham from the savage cuts imposed by Central Government, and make sure that we continue to deliver for our residents. In Newham we have had to save £117m since 2010, and we need to ﬁnd another £70m by 2020. There are two ways to tackle such an assault on our budgets; slash services, close libraries, leave the bins to overﬂow and blame the Government, or swallow the bitter pill

and find ways to protect services. We’ve chosen the latter. While I condemn the Government’s assault on our budgets, my approach is to protect residents and build resilience. Our employment service Workplace has successfully helped people into work and filled more than 30,000 jobs with Newham residents. Our private rented housing market is now policed by a borough-wide Private Rented Sector Licensing scheme which is the envy of councils across the country. It helps good landlords compete on a level playing field and protects 60,000 residents from rogue landlords. Our Every Child programme offers opportunities to our young people, with

free musical instruments and tuition, free school meals for all our primary school children, and a Reading Guarantee that means no child is left behind. Through our New Deal for Newham, we are investing £100m over ten years to keep Newham moving by upgrading our roads, pavements and streetlights. We have also put additional resources into keeping Newham clean, targeting ﬂy-tipping and maintaining weekly rubbish collections. As I said, award nominations are nice, but I work on the principle that local government is about changing lives. Newham has a bold vision for what our community should look like. We’re working with residents to make it happen.

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Mayor about town Recognising older residents’ contribution I was guest of honour at the AGM of the Older People’s Reference Group. The group is run by Age UK East London and has been in existence for more than 15 years and has 240 members, all over the age of 55. It holds regular meetings and events with the aim of ensuring the voices of older people are heard and that they can influence decisions that affect their health and social care. More than 80 older residents came to St John’s Church Hall in Broadway, Stratford, where they listened to Councillor Clive Furness, mayoral adviser for adults and health, and Jane Caldwell, chief executive officer for Age UK East London. I paid tribute to the contribution older people make to the life of the community. I want to make sure that we build on these strengths and that is why our Community Neighbourhood teams are at the heart of our approach, encouraging people to get involved and bringing people together to help tackle social isolation.

Addressing the AGM

Helping launch the Poppy Appeal

Together, we remember We have a proud tradition of commemorating the contributions of our servicemen and women, both in the past and the present. What I particularly like is the way our diverse communities come together at a time of national remembrance to honour those who have died in two World Wars and in numerous conﬂicts since then. That is why I was so pleased to support the Ahmadiyya Muslim Elders Association, which last year raised more than £44,000 for the Royal British Legion. This year they again helped the Poppy Appeal and supported the charity that provides a vital lifeline for those who have survived conﬂicts but have been left injured and maimed in the line of duty. I was more than happy to join the association to launch their appeal for this year and I wished them well in their fundraising.

Tenant and leaseholder surveys We are carrying out surveys with council tenants and leaseholders to hear what you think about your property, landlord and neighbourhood. BMG, an independent research agency, will invite council tenants and leaseholders on a random basis in November and December to carry out the annual surveys on your doorstep. We will use this information to improve the services you receive. For more information contact Thomas.Wilkinson@newham.gov.uk

Rented property licensing proposals - have your say Whether you are a private tenant or landlord, a local resident or business, Newham Council wants your views on proposals to bring in a new licensing scheme for landlords of privately rented properties after the current scheme expires. The proposals aim to tackle anti-social behaviour and poor management of properties owned by landlords who do not operate in a professional way and fail to comply with the law. It also aims to improve living standards for our residents. For full proposal details and to respond to our questionnaire, please visit www.newham.gov.uk/licensingconsultation The consultation closes on Monday 23 January 2017. All responses must be received by this date.

Record crowds enjoy fireworks display More than 35,000 people enjoyed this year’s Guy Fawkes fireworks display organised by Newham Council. The free fireworks lit up the sky and thrilled the assembled crowds who packed Wanstead Flats from the early evening. The annual free event saw more than 25,000 residents enjoying the spectacular firework display set to a thrilling movie themed soundtrack. A further 10,000 people enjoyed the display from outside the ground and on nearby streets. Heart Radio’s DJ and presenter Roberto got the evening off to a lively start with theme tunes from a range of blockbusters. The movie theme saw suitably dramatic fireworks choreographed to famous film theme songs including ET, Star Wars and Ghostbusters with the immensely popular Let It Go from Frozen as a finale, much to the delight of the thousands of youngsters in attendance. Mayor Sir Robin Wales, said: “I was really pleased to see record crowds of

people attending this year’s Guy Fawkes event which grows in popularity every year. The impressive and stunning display could be seen for miles. “At Newham Council we pride ourselves on providing our residents with a range of free events and I am very proud that we were able to offer this special evening to our residents free of charge. It was great to see so many families, coming along to the flats and enjoying themselves.”

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Royal seal of approval for Newham’s young The achievements of Newham’s young, who have taken part in the Duke of Edinburgh scheme, were celebrated during a special visit by HRH The Earl of Wessex. Prince Edward was guest of honour at the event, held at the Old Town Hall, Stratford, also attended by Mayor Sir Robin Wales, Newham councillors, chief executive Kim Bromley-Derry, and 24 DofE participants including pupils from Rokeby, Lister and Sarah Bonnell schools and Brampton Manor Academy. The visit was part of a national tour celebrating the Diamond Anniversary of the charity which provides young people aged 14 to 24 with opportunities to gain valuable life experiences while developing essential employability skills. The council’s mayoral adviser for domestic and family violence, Councillor Lakmini Shah, the Deputy Lieutenant for Newham, Mr John Barber, and the DofE Regional Director, Peter Fleet, also attended the event.

Since 1980, more than 2,500 Newham young people have achieved a Bronze, Silver or Gold DofE award. In 2015/2016, 725 youngsters signed up to take part in the scheme – a 127 per cent increase on the year before. During his visit, the Earl heard about the experiences of some of Newham’s young people who have undertaken the scheme. This included Sara Patel, who outlined how the scheme helped increase her conﬁdence, especially after she climbed Snowdon as part of her Gold award. Sir Robin said: “I am delighted HRH The Earl of Wessex has been able to hear ﬁrst hand the great work of the borough’s Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme and the impact it has had on the lives of those taking part in it.”

The Earl of Wessex is also promoting the Diamond Challenge, a one-off initiative for people to take on a DofE inspired challenge and earn a limited-edition DofE Diamond Challenge pin badge. He presented Councillor Shah with the borough’s first Diamond Challenge pin. Certificates were also presented to representatives of several groups which have developed special conversation cafes across the borough, helping residents to talk to others about overcoming challenges. To find out more about The DofE Diamond Challenge visit: www.DofEDiamondChallenge.org

The Mayor and councillors with certiﬁcate recipients

Cllr Shah, the Earl with representatives of the Right Voice Group

The Earl, John Barber and the Mayor

Cllr Shah receives her award from the Earl

The Earl met Sara Patel, second right

The Earl, councillors and guests

Keeping history alive for ON BORO ND NEWHAMUGH LO OF

Heritage Week

Thousands of residents enjoyed a variety of events across the borough as they took part in activities for Newham Heritage Awareness week.

There were walks and talks, exhibitions and workshops – all with the theme of heritage running through them. Children created heritage landmarks out of Lego at The Gate Library while grown-ups heard about the growth of Forest Gate, once considered a Victorian Suburb, from local historians Peter Williams and Mark Gorman. As part of Newham Heritage Week, which ran from 24-30 October, Newham Council also launched a programme of replacing road signs that have a significant link with the borough’s history. The new signs will feature the borough’s crest and a short description about the people, place or event behind the names.

“Newham Council will be annotating road signs that have been named after people and erecting a number of plaques to commemorate people, places and events” The heritage programme also includes the installation of blue plaques that highlight historical links with people and green plaques to commemorate links with places or events of historical value. Nick Bracken, Newham Council’s Chief Operating Officer joined Mayor Sir Robin Wales and Councillor Ken Clark, cabinet member for building communities, public affairs, regeneration and planning, for a visit to Howards Road in Plaistow for the inspection of a

green plaque in the street. The street, which is named after pharmacist Luke Howard, dubbed “the father of meteorology” after naming three categories of clouds, has a green plaque to mark the existence of Plaistow Maternity Hospital, originally based in Howards Road but was closed down in the 1970s. Nick Bracken said: “Newham Council will be annotating road signs that have been named after people and erecting a number of plaques to commemorate people, places and events connected to the rich heritage of Newham and it is fitting that the birthplace of thousands of local people has been chosen as the first.” Young Road in Canning Town, which is named after John Young, speedway rider at West Ham Stadium in E16, now features both a new street sign and a green plaque commemorating the link with Speedway racing at West Ham. Nick Bracken and Councillor Ken Clark attended the unveiling of the new street sign and the green plaque, an event witnessed by local residents. It is the first of several signs that will be replaced in the area, all of them named after people connected with speedway racing at the stadium that stood close by. Councillors Ken Clark and Forhad Hussain, Cabinet Member for Crime & Anti Social Behaviour, also went to Portway Primary School in Plaistow where children spent the first week of their autumn term learning about the area’s history. The week-long Project Portway culminated with a dress up day as children and staff wore historical clothes to reflect different

periods of history: Year 1 Victorians, Year 2 the Elizabethans, Year 3 1950’s, Year 4 The world wars, Year 5 Medieval farmers and Year 6 the Georgians. They also took part in drama activities with the teacher acting as a person from that era for the children to interact with. The project celebrated Plaistow’s past with visits to help the children learn about different periods of history. These were followed by lessons at school where they created displays highlighting what they had learnt. Cllr Hussain said: “I was so glad to see young people from Plaistow celebrating our borough’s heritage – I believe understanding our local past helps bring communities together. I’m already looking forward to next year’s heritage week.”

“Evidence of our past, our history and heritage is all around us if we just know where to look” Cllr Clark said: “Evidence of our past, our history and heritage is all around us if we just know where to look. Refreshing our street signs and installing the plaques makes that heritage accessible. Watching the children at Portway primary school shows just how inspiring that history can be when it is that easy to access.”

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Lighting up Christmas Christmas is just around the corner and what better way to herald in the festive season than to fill our streets with the cheer of lights. The switch ons will be staged by Newham Council between 25 November and 14 December. Mayor Sir Robin Wales is expected to turn on some of the lights including those in East Ham, Green Street, Plaistow and Stratford. Canning Town will be the first to throw the switch with an event on 25 November from 4-6pm. The switch on is at 5pm in Rathbone Market. East Ham follows on 26 November with activities from 1-5pm, including a lantern parade to Pilgrims Way and the switch on at 4.40pm. Stratford’s Christmas event will be held at Stratford Library on 2 December from 4-7pm with the light switch on at 5.15pm. You can meet Santa Claus and enjoy music from Every Child a Musician, schools and community choirs. On 3 December Manor Park Library

will get into the spirit with a Christmas festival from 12-4pm. On the same day in Forest Gate, Woodgrange Community Market will round off their Small Business Saturday Event with Christmas fun. Join them from 4-6pm, lights go on at 5.30pm.

On 10 December join North Woolwich Library from 12-3pm and Green Street Library from 4-6pm for their festivities. Following a procession from Green Street Library the switch on will be at 4.45pm in St. Stephen’s Parade. Plaistow Library will have activities on 13 December from 4.30-6.30pm and a “ For me these events really mark the start of the Christmas switch on at 5pm outside Plaistow Station while Beckton Globe Library will join in season which is a time for the fun on 14 December, 3-7pm. friends, families and Mayor Sir Robin Wales said: “For me neighbours to come together.” these events really mark the start of the Christmas season which is a time for friends, On 9 December from 5.30-6.30pm families and neighbours to come together.” you can enjoy carol singing around the Christmas tree and other festivities Visit www.newham.gov.uk/christmas at Maryland Point outside Maryland for more information. Station, with the switch on at 6.15pm.

Together, we honour their sacrifice Residents of all ages joined Mayor Sir Robin Wales, Newham councillors and members of the Royal British Legion at Remembrance services across the borough to honour those who died serving their country in two world wars and conflicts since. More than 1,000 people, including schoolchildren and councillors, attended events at the Cenotaph in Central Park (2), East Ham on Friday 11 November for Armistice Day and services on Remembrance Sunday, 13 November. Deputy Mayor Lester Hudson laid a wreath at the Cenotaph as part of the Armistice Day commemorations organised by Newham Deanery Schools and Newham Council. Pupils from St Antony’s Primary, St Michael’s Primary, St Winefride’s Primary, St Bonaventure’s and St Angela’s Ursuline were among those who took part in the event. Children from several schools in Manor Park (5) joined Councillor Ken Clark, Cabinet member for building communities, public aﬀairs, regeneration and planning, for a local act of remembrance on 11 November in Plashet Park in East Ham. On 8 November students at New City

Primary School in Plaistow (4) held a Remembrance Assembly and laid a poppy wreath at its own World War 1 war memorial which contains the names of teachers and former pupils who lost their lives.

“We must never forget what they have done for us.” On Remembrance Sunday Mayor Sir Robin Wales laid a wreath at the Cenotaph (1) at a service led by Reverend Fred Ashford-Okai, the Chaplain to the East Ham and District branch of the Royal British Legion. The service began with a parade to the Cenotaph from Newham Town Hall and a two minute silence at 11am signalled by a shot from a ﬁeld gun.

Three other Remembrance Sunday Services were held in Newham on Remembrance Sunday at All Saints West Ham Parish Church (3), attended by Councillor Hudson; St Luke’s Memorial in Canning Town attended by the Chair of the Council, Councillor Joy Laguda; and St Mark’s Memorial Church (6) which is in the grounds of Brick Lane Music Hall, North Woolwich attended by Deputy Chair of Council, Councillor Paul Sathianesan. Sir Robin said: “It is important that we continue to commemorate the contribution of every man and woman who has given their life serving and protecting their country. “These events help us remember those who served in the two World Wars and more recent conﬂicts including Iraq and Afghanistan. We must never forget what they have done for us.”

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New kid on the block Newham Council is changing its services to provide a better, fairer deal for residents and strengthen the links between its services and the residents they serve. As part of that commitment, a new childcare provider will open its doors to residents in January after receiving the backing of councillors. The new company, Early Start Education Limited, will provide high quality early years education including free childcare for those who are eligible. Its aim is to achieve positive outcomes for both children and their families. Initially operating from two locations, one in Manor Park and one in Forest Gate, the business will be jointly owned by the council and an employee trust. The former council employees launching this business have a proven track record of operating children’s centres in the borough that were rated ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by the regulator Ofsted. They will build on their experience and reputation to achieve the same standards for the new venture.

“Establishing Early Start Education Limited will enable us to continue to support our residents now and in the future.” The company will use key elements of the early years curriculum and an evidence based approach called Five to Thrive to help support parents meet the specific physical, emotional, social, health and intellectual needs of their children. Using technology as part of its education offer, Early Start will closely monitor the progress of babies and pre-school children to ensure they are reaching the appropriate milestones for their age such as communication and language, hand-eye co-ordination, sharing and turn taking, numeracy and literacy. Early Start will also provide jobs for local residents with roles placed with Workplace, the res

council’s job and training brokerage scheme. The need for the business was identified through the council’s Childcare Sufficiency Assessment, which highlighted that demand for childcare and early education places in Newham exceeds current capacity. Local authorities under the Childcare Act (2006/2016) have a duty to ensure sufficient childcare places for two to four year olds living in their area. They must also ensure that they provide 570 hours childcare a year, over no fewer than 38 weeks of the year, for every child in their area aged three and four, and for two year olds eligible for 15 hours of free entitlement. From September 2017, this will increase to 30 hours for eligible children and families. With the number of 0-four year olds set to rise by six per cent over the coming years, the council took this opportunity to improve the quality and network of local provision for children and families. Newham Mayor, Sir Robin Wales, said: “There is a clear gap in the market for high quality childcare especially with our growing, young population. Establishing Early Start Education Limited will enable us to continue to support our residents now and in the future. “The company is just one of a number of businesses being developed by our small business programme that will be able to trade independently and provide revenue back to the council.” If you are interested in registering your child for a place at the Early Start Nurseries or in any employment opportunities, email earlystartnurseries@ newham.gov.uk or call 020 3373 6050.

Looking for employment or training opportunities? Workplace offers free advice and support to Newham residents seeking employment, training and work experience opportunities. Workplace has helped fill more than 30,000 jobs with Newham residents since 2007. Speak to our engagement team for the latest opportunities. 020 3373 1101 www.newhamworkplace.co.uk Workplace.EngagementTeam@newham.gov.uk Workplace, Boardman House, 64 Broadway, Stratford E15 1NT

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They don’t get away with it Tackling fly-tipping, littering and anti-social behaviour is a priority for Newham Council and we work hard to ensure that our streets are clean and safe. Fly-tipping has a negative effect on our quality of life and its no longer enough to just remove the mess once it has been reported to us. We will not hesitate to prosecute those responsible for dirtying our borough and are taking strong action against them. If you are fly-tipping, we will catch you. Since April 2016 more than 7,000 fly-tips have been reported and 116 fixed penalty notices (that’s £400 each) have been issued. We have prosecuted 13 cases, resulting in total fines of £8,874 and seized five vehicles used in fly-tipping. The photographs on this page show people we want to question about anti-social behaviour offences. If you recognise anyone, please call 020 3373 4479 and quote the reference number beside the image. To the people pictured here, our message is simple – we will use every power at our disposal to track you down and prosecute, including publishing a photograph of you if we need to establish your identity. Contact us now and maybe you will be able to avoid prosecution.

Ensuring your anonymity Newham Council is committed to tackling crime and anti-social behaviour in partnership with the police and other agencies. If you provide information regarding identities: • you will not be required to provide your name • you will not be required to leave your contact details • you will not have to make a statement.

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St Bon‘s students deliver bags of human kindness Year 7 St Bonaventure’s students loaded their school AJ, Antoni, minibus with harvest collection Francis and Tyrese wait items donated by families. to load up A plea from the Forest Gate the items school brought hundreds of tins, packets, jars and toiletries flooding in, filling the Lost Property Office with carrier bags full of groceries. The items were collected to help The London Catholic Worker organisation, in Haringey, helping it to continue its work in feeding the homeless and the hungry. Assistant Head, Andy Lewis who is also director religious studies at St Bonaventure’s, said: “The students and their families have really pulled together and helped us on this one. Their generosity has been amazing and they understand that by donating even a few small items really can make a difference to those most in need. It’s heart warming to see Catholic social teaching in action.”

Bereavement training for schools Schools in the borough are invited to a free bereavement training seminar by a children’s charity in December. Child Bereavement UK has a limited number of places available for its complimentary seminar on Friday, 2 December. The half-day training will focus on how schools can deal with bereavement The Newham team, from left, Pete r Smale, Gina Levett and Tahmina Sharif and the impact it has on pupils and staff. Statistics show that one in 29 pupils have lost a parent, and 92 per cent of children will experience a significant bereavement before the age of 16. Child Bereavement UK has a centre at Stratford Advice Arcade where it offers one-toone and group support for children, young people and families. The seminar will be held at Stratford Advice Arcade, 107-109 The Grove, Stratford, on Friday, 2 December, from 9.15am – 1pm. To sign up call the centre on 020 8519 7025.

Link workers support older residents Newham Council’s Community Neighbourhood Link Workers hosted an event recognising the contributions older people make to society. Around 120 older residents attended the event, held at Newham Town Hall, where they received free information and advice about managing money, health and social care, staying safe and much more. Residents also had the chance to take up free taster sessions for martial arts, head and shoulder massages, chair-based exercises and Bollywood dancing. Councillor Clive Furness, mayoral adviser for adults and health, introduced the event and said: “I’ve met some exceptional older people at this event and I’m delighted that our Community Neighbourhood Link Workers are on-hand to offer those with a disability or long-term health condition the information, advice and one-to-one support that they need to stay active and independent”. To find out more about Community Neighbourhood Link Workers visit www.newham.gov.uk/ linkworkers email chsocialcare@newham.gov.uk.

Cllr Furness introduced the event

residents launch films to support young diabetics A group of 16-25 year olds from Newham have launched a series of films that offer support and guidance for young people with diabetes. The films were funded by the Health Foundation and created by young members of a diabetes peer support group set up by Newham Clinical Commissioning Group and UCL Partners. The group was formed in 2014 to provide support and guidance for young diabetics and offers a range of activities including bowling, exercise programmes and cooking classes. Recognising the positive impact being part of the group has had on their lives, members have joined forces to produce a series of short films that address the questions and anxieties that young people often have about their diabetes, including preparing for exams and applying for jobs. Harmeet Bhamrah, Youth Champion from the peer support group, said: “I hope the films we’ve made give others the confidence to manage their diabetes and reassure them that they’re not Harmeet Bhamrah alone.”

SHOP LOCAL, GET A FREE COFFEE AT THE GATE Shoppers in Forest Gate will be rewarded for going local with free coffee and a reusable bag as part of an initiative to help businesses in the area. Supported by the Forest Gate Community Neighbourhood team, the aim of the one-day initiative, Small Business Saturday on 3 December, is to help businesses increase footfall and introduce new customers. Businesses in different areas will issue coloured stickers, green for those north side of Romford Road, blue for the south side and orange for Woodgrange Market. Customers making purchases will receive a postcard advertising the scheme which will be stamped once they buy something. When they have collected two different coloured stickers they can get a free coffee at The Open Gate Café in the Forest Gate Neighbourhood Centre. When they have three different stickers they will receive a free bag.

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Tickets to Stratford Picturehouse This issue’s winner receives a free family ticket at Stratford Picturehouse, which includes a kid’s popcorn and drink. To be in with a chance of winning this prize send or email your pictures, jokes and poems to Kids’ Corner, West Wing, Fourth Floor, Newham Dockside, 1000 Dockside Road, London E16 2QU or newham.mag@ newham.gov.uk. Don’t forget to write your full name, age, address and contact telephone number with your entry. Good luck! Visit www.picturehouses.co.uk to see what’s on.

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Q Why can’t you hear a pterodactyl go to the toilet? A Because it has a silent P. Q What do you get if you cross a snowman with a vampire? A Frostbite. Q Why did the boy bring a ladder to school? A Because he wanted to go to high school. I needed an eight letter character long password so I picked Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

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Q What do you call a tired bug? A A sleepy crawlie. Q Which bee is hard to hear? A A bumble bee. Q Why are cemeteries so popular? A Who knows but people are dying to get into them. Q What do you get if you cross an electric eel with a sponge? A A shock absorber.

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OUR THRILLING THREE... Christmas Interfaith Celebration – Saturday 3 December, 12-3pm, at the Grow Together, Be Together Community Garden. Entrance on Wellington Road, East Ham. Celebrate Christmas with wreath making, craft and a sing-a-long. Free event, lunch provided.

LANTERN PARADE Join in for free festive fun, activities before the start of this year’s Lantern Parade. Saturday, 26 November, 1pm-4.15pm, East Ham Library, 328 Barking Road, E6

Million Miles Together Challenge – Sports and activity tasters including Zumba, yoga, table tennis and salsa. Free for 13+ Saturday, 26 November, 1-3pm, Plaistow Library, North Street, E13 Author Event: Ben Aaronovitch – Free promotional tour for the publication of The Hanging Tree. For ticket queries, contact the library. Thursday, 1 December, 7-8pm, Stratford Library, The Grove, Stratford, E15

TRY SOMETHING NEW... FIT AS A FIDDLE Join in with gentle exercise at a new older people’s club at Jack Cornwell Community Centre, Jack Cornwell Street, Manor Park, E12. Second Friday of the month, 2-3.45pm.

Indicates free sessions Libraries unless stated. UNDER-FIVES Toy Library Introducing toddlers to borrowing toys. Thurs, 11-12pm, Beckton Storytelling Mon, 11-11.45am, Tues, 10.3011.30am, Beckton; Tues, 10.4511.30am, Canning Town; Tues, 10.30-11.30am; Thurs, 1010.30am, East Ham; Tues, 11am12pm, Fri, 11am-12pm, Stratford; Fri, 10.30-11.30am, Manor Park; Mon, 10.30-11.15am, Custom House; Tues, 10.30-11.30am, The Gate; Sat, 11.30-12.30pm, Green Street Stay and Play Support for parents and carers to develop their child through play. Tues, 9.30-11.30am, Jeyes C.C; Thurs, 1.30-3.30pm, Jack Cornwell C.C; Weds, 10am-12pm, Sat, 11am-1pm,

Stratford; Every second and fourth Fri, 1.30-2.30pm, Sat, 12-1pm, Green St Jiggaree Session Fri, 10-11am, Jeyes C.C. Reading Together Thurs, 2.30-3pm, Custom House Bumps and Babies Fri, 2-4pm, The Gate Active Tots Games and activities. Thurs, 1-2pm, Stratford Baby Club For parents and carers of babies under 18 months. Mon, 9.30-11.30am, Stratford Story Time Fun activities linked to popular children’s stories. Tues, 10.3011.30am, East Ham Baby Massage Five-week course. Register at Rebecca Cheetham Children’s Centre on 020 8534 3136 Weds, 1-2pm, Stratford

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Toddler and Parent Dance For carers and children under six to dance to cartoons and videos. Mon, 2.10-3pm, Fri, 3.30-4.20pm, Green St Music and Movement For children and parents or carers to get active using different types of dance and instruments. Mon, 1.302.30p7m, Stratford Daddy and Me Sensory session for fathers with young babies under 13 months only. Sat, 26 Nov, 11.15am12pm. Beckton YOUNG PEOPLE Games Club (7-16yrs) Sony PS3, XBox360, Nintendo Wii, board games and more. Tues, 3.30-5.30pm, Custom House; Weds, 3.30-5pm, The Gate; Thurs, 4-6pm, Canning Town Young Readers Club (7-12yrs) Read and discuss your favourite books. Tues, 4-5.15pm, North Woolwich East Ham Youth Zone Sony PS4, DJ decks and other activities. Tues, 4-7pm, East Ham Froud Young Project (7-16yrs) Mon, 3.30-5.30pm, Jack Cornwell C.C Arts and Craft Workshop (6-12yrs) Mon, 4-5pm, Beckton; Sat 2-3pm, Canning Town; Sat, 2.3pm, Custom House; Sat, 1-2pm, Tues, 4-5pm, Green St; Thurs, 6-7.30pm, Manor Park; Sat, 2-3pm, North Woolwich; Tues, 3.30-5pm, Plaistow Just Dance! (up to 12yrs) Sat, 5.30-6.30pm, Green St Family Fun Night Arts, crafts, games and quizzes. Weds, 5.30-7.30pm, East Ham East Ham IT Youth Zone Support in using IT for homework and fun. Mon, 4-7pm, East Ham Family Movie Club Sat, 4-5.30pm, Mon, 4-5.30pm, Green St (up to 12yrs); Sat, 2-4pm, Plaistow;

Sat, 2-4pm, Jeyes C.C; Sat, 5.30-7.30pm, East Ham

watch demos and record results. Thurs, 4-5pm, The Gate

Board Games Club (7-13yrs) Sat, 11am-12pm, North Woolwich; Fri, 5.30pm-6.30pm, Beckton

Gymnastics Classes From November for boys and girls at Talent Central Cheer and Dance, Unit 27A, Gallions Reach Shopping Centre, E6. Tues and Thurs, Age 3+, 9.45-10.45am, 2pm-3pm; Weds, home school, 9.45-10.45am; Fri, mothers and babies, 10-10.45am. Call 0742 815 4301 to book.

Young People’s Positive Activities (9-19yrs) Weds, Fri, 7-9pm, Harold Road Centre Time-2-Craft (16yrs+) Various handicrafts. Sat, 10am-12pm, Stratford Homework Club Free study support. Fri, 4-5.30pm, Beckton; Fri, 4-6pm, Canning Town; Fri, 4-5pm, East Ham; Mon, 3.304.30pm, North Woolwich; Mon, 4-6pm, Sat 1-3pm, Stratford; Sat, 10.30am-12.30pm, The Gate; Sat, 2-3pm, Green St; Mon, 3.30-5pm, Plaistow Film Club (16yrs+) Thurs, 1-3.30pm, North Woolwich; final Friday of month, 6-9pm, Stratford Children’s Movie Club (5yrs+) Thurs, 4-7pm, North Woolwich; Sat, 4-6pm, Manor Park; Tues, Sat, 4.30-6.30pm, Beckton; Thurs, 4-6pm, The Gate

ACTIVITIES AND SUPPORT Afternoon Tea Weds, 4-5.30pm, Canning Town Chess Club Tues, 3.45-5.15pm, Beckton; Mon, 5.30-7.30pm, and Thurs, 5.30-7.30pm, East Ham; Weds, 5.30-7.30pm, Green St; Thurs, 5.30-7.30pm, Stratford; Tues, 5.30-7.30pm, 1-2pm (Adults), The Gate; Thurs, 5-7pm, Custom House; From Weds, 21 Sept, 3.30-5pm, Jeyes C.C.; Weds, 5-7pm, Canning Town (age 7+)

ICT Drop-in Session Set up a My Newham profile and create an email account. Fri, 11-1pm, The Gate; Mon, Weds, Sat, 9.30-11am, Stratford Deafroots Deaf Club Quizzes and refreshments. New members £2, existing members £1. Contact angel@deafroots. org.uk or text 07985 242778. Mon, 1.30-3.30pm, Stratford Life in the UK Classes Support for people taking the life in the UK test and B1. Call 0208 542 3904. Tues, 10am-12pm, Beckton; Weds, 12.30pm-2.30pm, Jeyes C.C; Fri, 12.30- 2.30pm, Green St; Weds, 10am-12pm, East Ham; Tues, 12-2pm, Stratford; Weds, 12.30-2.30pm, Plaistow ESOL for Beginners For adult learners seeking to improve their English. Mon, Fri, 9.30am-12pm, Field C.C; Tues, 9.30-11.30am, Weds, 9.30-11.30am, Jack Cornwell C.C

Coffee Mornings Tues, 11.30-1pm, Beckton; Mon, 11am-12.30pm, North Woolwich; Thurs, 10.45-12pm, Canning Town; Tues, 11-12.30pm, Custom House; Tues, 6 Dec, 10.30am12pm, Manor Park; Weds, 21 Dec, 10am-12pm, East Ham

Ballroom Dancing (18yrs+) Tues, 2-3pm, Beckton C.C; Thurs, 2.304pm, Field C.C

Do It Online (18yrs+) Computer classes. Weds, 2-3.30pm, Beckton; Tues, 10am-12noon, East Ham; Weds, 2-4pm, Stratford; Tues, 2-3.30pm, North Woolwich; Thurs, 1.15-2.15pm, Custom House; Tues, Thurs, 11am1pm, Green St; Weds, 10am12pm, Plaistow

Basic Computer Skills Fri, 10.30am-12.30pm, Manor Park

Family Bingo First and third Thurs of the month, 6-7.30pm. 20p entry per person. Green St.

Knit & Natter (16yrs+) Fri, 10.45am-12pm. Canning Town; Weds, 10.30am-12pm, Beckton; Tues, 10.30am12.30pm, Manor Park; Fri, 10am-12pm, East Ham; Weds, 10.30am-12.30pm, Green St; Fri, 10am-12pm, Plaistow

Science Club Carry out interactive experiments,

ICT Surgery IT advice for all ages. Fri, 2-4pm, Canning Town

English Conversation Club Practise spoken English. Tues, 10.30-11.30am, Beckton; Mon, 6-7.30pm, Weds, 10.3011.30am, Manor Park; Thurs, 3-4pm. Rabbits Rd Institute; Sat, 10am-12pm, Stratford; Mon, 10-11am, Jeyes C.C; Mon, 100 11am, Plaistow

East Ham Performing Arts Fri, 6.30-7:30pm, East Ham Crafty Challenges Fri, 5.30-6.15pm, East Ham Table Tennis Mondays Meet new people and try your hand at table tennis. Mon, 4-7.30pm (children), The Gate Lego Club Create Lego models based on weekly themes, Sat, 3-4pm, The Gate. Wii games and karaoke For entire family, 3-13yrs, with parents. Fri, 4.30-6.30pm, (Wii games); Weds, 3.30-5pm (Wii games); Thurs, 4.30-5.30pm (karaoke), Green St.

Citizens Advice Sessions Sessions on money management. 1st Mon of month, 11am-1pm, Manor Park

My Newham Workshop Register with My Newham and access council services. Tues, 6-7.30pm, Manor Park; Mon, 11.30am-12.30pm, Fri, 10.30am-12.30pm, Green St

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Stratford London Toastmasters Public speaking club. First and third Mon of month, 6-8pm, Stratford

Knitting Course (16yrs+) Register at 020 8257 4680. Fee applies. Mon, 12-2pm, Stratford

Docklands Drop-In Group Weds, 1-3pm, Beckton C.C.

Embroidery Group Create a community embroidered hanging. Thurs, 10.30am-12.30pm, Manor Park

Model Train Workshop Mon, 12.30-3.30pm, North Woolwich Basic English for Beginners Mon, Weds and Thurs, 10.30-11.30am, Green St Poetry Group (16+) Weds, Sat 11am-1pm, Stratford. Email sonesquin@ hotmail.com Workplace Drop-Ins For residents seeking employment. Weds, 30 Nov, 2pm-4pm, Stratford . For more info email: rehana.b@newham.gov.uk Thurs, 1 Dec, 1-4pm, (fortnightly), Green Street; Mon, 28 Nov, 2-5pm (fortnightly) Canning Town Tues, 22 Nov, 2-4pm (fortnightly) The Gate Creative Writing Course (16yrs+) Register at 020 8257 4680. Fee applies. Sun, 2-4pm, Stratford; Thurs, 6.307.30pm, Canning Town International Lunch Club £3 per meal. Mon, 12pm, Beckton C.C Dominoes Sat, 2.30-7pm, Beckton Singing for the Brain For people with dementia. 12.302.30pm, second and fourth Tues of month, Stratford Memory Lane Café For people with dementia and their carers. 1.30-3.30pm, first Fri of month, Stratford; Last Thurs of month, 1-3pm, East Ham; Third Weds of month, 12-3pm, Jack Cornwell C. C. Family Support Drop-In Fri, 1-2.30pm, Stratford National Careers Service Advice on careers and qualifications. Call 07415 241941. First and third Thurs 241 of m month, Stratford

Hatha Yoga (18yrs+) Bring your own mat. £3. Fri, 10.45am12.15pm, Jack Cornwell C.C Table Tennis Mondays Mon, 11am-4pm, The Gate Board Games for Adults (18+) Carrom Board, chess and other board games for adults. Fri, 11am-12pm, Green St. Triple P Positive Parenting Programme For parents of children aged 18 months to 12 years-old. Advance booking needed. Call 020 3373 7478 for more info. Weds, 5.307.30pm, East Ham Time for Technology Fri, 2-3.30pm, The Gate The Gate Reading Group Last Mon of the month. Contact library for this month’s book. Mon, 28 Nov, 6-7.30pm, The Gate Writers Group Last Thurs of the month, 24 Nov, 5.30-7.30pm, The Gate Creative Writing Course (18+) Bring your own writing for review and feedback. Thurs, 24 Nov, 6.30pm-8pm, (fortnightly) Beckton Globe Reed Employment Advisor In partnership with Reed for Interview skills, CV help from a specialist employment and education advisor. Contact 07813454261 to book appointment or email asim. khan@reed.co.uk Green St Plaistow Recycling Arts & Craft Project Get crafty, have fun turning your rubbish into treasure. All ages. Saturdays until 26 Nov, 11am1pm. Plaistow

Step Forward with Casa Lusa Advice, information, guidance and 1-2-1 support, training and employment, health and wellbeing. Mon – Weds, 10am- 2pm at Durning Hall, Forest Gate. Email: casalusa. london@gmail.com or call 07497945681 COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES Mums2be Meetup Information and support for expectant parents. Third Sat of every month, 10-11am. Email newham@nct.org.uk Mums, Bumps and Babies Fri in various cafes around Newham. Visit www.netmums. com or email jojostevie@live.com Newham Super Choir Tues, 10.30am-12pm, Beckton C.C ManorFam Brings families together to make friends. Mon, 10.30am12.30pm, Manor Park Singing for Health Tues, 2pm, Jack Cornwell C. C BOXING AND SELF DEFENCE

Martial Arts Learn new skills, self defence. Adults, £3. Thurs, 6-7pm, Beckton Globe; Sat, 2-4pm, Beckton C.C. HEALTH AND FITNESS Salsa Dancing (18yrs+) Mon, 3.15-4.45pm, Beckton C.C; Tues, 11.45am-12.45pm, Field C.C Nordic Walking Weds, 9.15-10.30am. Meet at Field C.C. Not suitable for wheelchairs. Tai Chi Class Fri, 10-11am, Beckton C.C. Fri, 11am-12pm, The Gate. Fri, 5-6pm, Beckton Globe; Fri, 11am-12pm, Forest Gate; Thurs, 6-7pm, East Ham Yoga £5. Thurs, 6.30-7.30am, Grassroots; Free. Mon, 6-7.30pm, Beckton; £1. Weds, 6-7.30pm, East Ham; Thurs, 6.15-7.45pm, The Gate; £1. Sat, 10am-12pm, Plaistow; Mon, Tues, 6-7.30pm, Green Street; Thurs, 6.15-7.45pm, The Gate Tone-Tastic (18+yrs) Mon, 2-3pm, Weds, 9.3010.30am, Field C.C

Boxing (Newham College) Mon, 5-6pm, East Ham College, High St South, E6

Aerobics Tues, 9.30-10.30am, Jack Cornwell C.C £2

Fight For Peace Boxing Mon to Fri, 4-5pm 10-14yrs; Mon to Fri, 5-9pm, 14+yrs Woodman St, North Woolwich, E16. Call 020 7474 0054

Keep Fit to Salsa (18+) Sat, 2.30-5pm, The Gate

Boxing and Self Defence Tues, 5-6pm (16+), 4-5pm (611yrs), Jack Cornwell C.C West Ham Boys ABC Mon, Weds, Fri, mixed (8-16yrs), 5-6pm, Sat, boys (6-11yrs), 10-11am, girls (7-16yrs), 11am12pm, £2. 2 London Rd, E13. Call 020 8472 3614 Martial Arts (7-12yrs) £2. Tues, 6.45-7.45pm, Thurs 4.45-5.45pm, Beckton

Walking Group Meet at the library. Sat, 10am11am, Plaistow Zumba Free. Tues, 10.30-11.30am, Field C.C; Mon, 9.30-10.30am, £3, Fri, 9.30-10.30am, £2, Jack Cornwell C.C; Free. Fri, 12.301.30pm, The Hub; Tues, 5-6pm, mixed over 50s free; Thurs, 10.15-11.15am, for women, all ages £2.50, Stratford Stroke Club (18+) For men and women living with the effects of stroke. Weds, 2-5pm, Katherine Road C.C; Fri, 1.30-3.30pm, Jack Cornwell C.C.

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Yoga Course (18+) 10-week course starting 22 Sept. Call 020 3373 0826 to book. £1 per person. Thurs, 12-1.30pm, Stratford Relaxation & Yoga Weds, 1.30pm-2.45pm, Well Community Centre, Vicarage Lane, East Ham. Zumba classes London Tamil Sangam Centre, 369 High St North. Thurs, 7-8pm, £5 per class. Call 07720 805505 50+ ACTIVITIES Bingo (50+yrs) Mon, 1-2pm, Beckton C.C; Mon, 12-4pm, Jeyes C.C; Thurs, 7-9pm, Jack Cornwell C.C ICCAN Faith based group with cultural activities. Fri, 12-2pm, Jeyes C.C Active Centre 50+ Group Weds, 12-4pm, Field C.C; Mon, Weds, Fri, 1.30-4pm, Beckton C.C. Dominoes Group Fri, 6-10pm, Field C.C Chair Based Yoga Tues, 12.30-1.30pm, Manor Park

Community Food Growing Project Weds, 10am12pm, fortnightly, East Ham Community Cooking Project Six-week course. £6. Weds, 11.45am-1.15pm, East Ham Pilates Class Tues, 9.30-10.30am, Field C.C Drop-In Embroidery Class Mon, 11am-1pm, East Ham Chair Based Exercise For all fitness levels. Fri, 10.30-11.30am, East Ham. Fitness for 50+ Fitness circuit, mixed, 9.1510am, Thurs; Fitness circuit, mixed, 10-10.45am, Thurs; Zumba, 1-2pm, Tues, ladies only; Exercise for ladies, 9.3010.30am, Fri; Exercise for ladies, 10.30-11.30am, Fri, yoga for ladies, 1-2pm, Fri. Katherine Road C.C Chair Based Exercises Numbers are limited so arrive on time to ensure your place. Weds, 10.45-11.45am, Community Road Centre, E15 GREEN

Forever Young Enjoy community activities and make new friends. Weds, 11am-1pm, Beckton; Weds, 10.30am-12.30pm, Field C.C.

Green Gym Weds, 10am-1pm, and last Sat of month, meet at Visitor Centre in East Ham Nature Reserve, Norman Rd, E6. Call 07845 973156

Happy Living Club Indoor and outdoor activities. Tues, Weds, 1.30-5.30pm, Jeyes C.C

Green Volunteering Tues and Thurs, 10am-2pm Silvertown Wy, E16 (opp. Hallsville Rd)

Holiday Spanish Club Weds, 12.30-1.30pm, Manor Park Walking Football Email: dgheerawo@ westhamunited.co.uk or call 07803 201299. Tues, 1011am, Priory Park Get Active, Get Healthy, and Exercises for Fitness Thurs, 11-12pm, Jack Cornwell C.C.

Garden Club Tues, 1-3pm, Thurs, 4-7pm, Sat, 10am-4pm, Abbey Gdns, Bakers Row, E15 Gardening Thymes Gardening Club Fri, 11am1pm, Bowling Green,Central Park, High St South, E6

Get Active, Get Healthy – Walk to the Park Mon, 10.3011.30am, Manor Park

Grow Together Be Together Community Gardening Club Weds, 10am-1pm. Sat, 1pm-3pm, Flanders Field, Melbourne Rd entrance, E6. Call 020 8586 7070

Backsercise Tues, 6-7pm, The Gate

Caravanserai Garden Volunteering Thurs and Sat,

11am-3pm, Silvertown Wy, E16. For information call 07773 863384 Community Gardening Tues, 11.30am-2.30pm, St John’s Green Community Garden DOORSTEP CLUBS Call 0300 124 0123. unless otherwise stated. Athletics Club (14yrs+) A multi-sport session focusing on athletics, football and the gym. Tues, 6-7pm, Newham Leisure Centre, E13. Call 07718 394756 Gym & Basketball (14yrs+) Tues, 6-10pm, £2, Rokeby School, Barking Rd, E16 FEMALE SPORTS Basketball Sessions Tues, 4-5pm, Chobham Academy, 40 Cheering Ln, E20 Female Boxfit (14yrs+) Mon, 4.15-5.15pm, Balaam Leisure Centre, E13. Call 07970 783526 Girls Group Cycling (11-15 yrs) Tues and Thurs, 5-5.30pm, Newham Leisure Centre, E13 Modern Arnis Martial Arts (16yrs+) Tues, 5-6pm. Call 07473 030250. Jack Cornwell C.C Female Only Gym Sessions Mon, 3-4pm, 16-25yrs. Mon and Weds, 7.30-10.30pm. Tues and Thurs, 12noon-1.30pm. Sun, 3-5pm, 11-15yrs, Newham Leisure Centre, E13. £4.65 Get Back into Netball Tues, 6-7.30pm, juniors; 7.30-9pm, seniors. £5. Lister Community School, E13. Call 07717 281529 Abs Blast (11-15yrs) Thurs, 5.30-6.30pm, £3.10, Newham Leisure Centre, E13 Fun Female Fitness (14yrs+) Weds, 5-6pm, Newham College, East Ham Campus, E6 6ER. Email: sports@newham.ac.uk Netball (14yrs+) Mon, 5-6pm, Newham College,

East Ham Campus, E6 6ER. £1 for non-Newham College students. Email: sports@ newham.ac.uk Female Only Zumba Tues, 6-7pm, Forest Gate Community School, Forest Ln, E7. Thurs, 6.30-9pm, The Well C.C, Vicarage Ln, E6. £1. Call 07741 292893; Thurs, 10.1511.15am, Stratford, £2.50; Mon, Weds, 6.30-7.30pm, Asta Community Hub, 14A Camel Rd, E16 2DE. £2.50 Dare2Dance (12-16yrs) Street dance, Fri, 3.30-5.30pm, Newham Leisure Centre, E13 SPORTS AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES FOR DISABLED PEOPLE

Ability Club (14-25yrs) Multi sports for disabled young people. Weds, 5.30-6.30pm and Fri, 4.45-6pm, NewVIc, E13 Swim for Families Dealing with Autism Weds, 4-5pm, Balaam Leisure Centre, E13. Call 0300 124 0123 Family Swims Sat, 4.30-5.30pm, Newham Otters Swimming Club, Newham Leisure Centre, E13. Call 0300 124 0123. Sun, 12.30-2pm, Family Swim, Balaam Leisure Centre, E13. £5. Call 0300 124 0123. Get Fit for Free Tues, 1.30-3.30pm and Fri, 10am-12pm. Gym use for people with learning disabilities. Newham Leisure Centre, E13. To book an induction call 0300 124 0123 RUNNING AND ATHLETICS Beckton Park Run Sat, 9am, Beckton Park South, E16. Call 07718 394756 www. parkrun.org/beckton Run England £2 unless stated. Sun, 10am12pm, Newham Leisure Centre, E13 (meet on track). Mon, 4-5.30pm, Newham Leisure Centre, E13 (meet on track). Mon, 5.45-6.45pm, Newham Dockside, 29

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E16 (meet at reception). Weds, 12-1pm, Newham Dockside, E16 (meet at reception). Thurs, 5.15-6.15pm, UEL Docklands Campus, E16 (meet at reception). Sat, 10-11.30am, Wanstead Flats, E12 (meet at Harrow Rd Changing Pavilion). Sat, 10-11.30am, Memorial Park, E15, £4 (meet at car park). Call 07718 394874. East End Road Runners Tues and Thurs, 7pm. Sun, 9am. Meet on the track. Coached sessions for all abilities. Newham Leisure Centre, E13. Call 07979 261647. Children’s Athletics (6+) Sat, Years 1 to 4, 9.30-10.30am; Years 5 to 7, 10.30am-11.30am. £20 for 6 weeks. Tues, Years 1 to 4, 5.30pm-6.30pm; Years 5 to 7, 6.30-7.30pm. £35 for 10 weeks SPORTS Cricket (14yrs+) Tues, 6-8pm, Newham Sixth Form College, E13. Call 07476 269226 Indoor Cricket (8-16yrs) Weds, 6-8pm, £2, Lister Community School, E13, email: michelle.daniel@ activeNewham.org.uk Black Arrows Badminton Club Adults: Fri, 7-9pm, Juniors: Sat, 10am12pm, £3.70, East Ham LC. Adults: Weds, 7-10pm, UEL SportsDock. Call 07932 037173 Newham and Essex Beagles Athletics Club Mon and Weds, 6-9pm. Foundation groups (810yrs). Mon, 7-8pm and Weds, 6-7pm, £5. Terence McMillan Stadium, Newham Leisure Centre, E13. www. newhamandessexbeagles.co.uk BMX (6-16yrs) Sun, 10am12pm, £3. Gooseley Playing Fields, St Albans Ave, E6. Call 07961 333615 Adult Tennis (16+) Sat, 9-10am, 10-11am, 11-

12pm, Central Park (tennis courts), High St South, East Ham, E6 6ET. Sun, 9-10am, 10-11am, 11-12pm, Stratford Park (tennis courts), West Ham Ln, Stratford, E15 4PT Contact: michelle.daniel@activenewham. org.uk 07741 293513 Table Tennis (14yrs) Thurs, 4.40-6pm, Newham College, East Ham Campus, E6 6ER. Email: sports@newham.ac.uk Volleyball with Newham College (14yrs+) Thurs, 5.307pm, East Ham Leisure Centre, email: sports@newham.ac.uk FOOTBALL AIR Football (16yrs+) Tues, 1-3pm, Fri, 10am12pm, Memorial Park, Memorial Ave, E15. Fri, 3-5pm, Beckton Powerleague, E6. Visit www.airfootball.co.uk

BASKETBALL Basketball & Multi Sports Fri, 5-6.30pm, 8-19yrs, Snowshill MUGA, Snowshill Rd, E12 Basketball Sessions Thurs, 5.30-6.30pm, Little Ilford Learning Zone, 1 Rectory Rd, E12 National League Mon, 6-8pm, U13/14yrs, Tues, 6-8pm, U15/16yrs, Rokeby School, E16. Thurs, 4.30-6pm, U13/14yrs boys, U14yrs girls; 6-8pm, U16yrs, Newham Leisure Centre, E13, 6-8pm, U18yrs, Cumberland School, E13 NCFE Sports – Basketball Thurs, 5-7pm, East Ham Leisure Centre. To register email: sports@newham.ac.uk or call 020 8257 4255

Football and Athletics Thurs, 4-5.30pm, Britannia Village, 65 Evelyn Rd, E16

Senior Programme Mon, 7.30-9.30pm, Division 2 women and division 3/4 men. Rokeby School, E16. Call 07947 401616

Football & Multi Sports Mon, 4-5.30pm, Newham Leisure Centre, E13. Weds, 5-6pm, Stratford MUGA, West Ham Ln, E15

Basketball (14yrs+) Tues, 5.30-6.30pm, Forest Gate Community School, E7 9BB. Email: sports@newham.ac.uk

Mayor’s Football League U10yrs, U12yrs, Mon, 4.306pm, U16yrs, U18yrs, 6-7pm Newham Leisure Centre, E13 Premier League (16yrs+) 6-a-side (4 subs) Weds, 7-10pm, Newham Leisure Centre, E13 WHU Kicks Mon, Tues, Fri, 4-7pm, WHUCST, Beckton 3G, 60A Albatross Cl, E6. Thurs, 6.307.30pm, Little Ilford Learning Zone, 1 Rectory Rd, E12. Thurs, 6.30-7.30pm, Stratford Park MUGA, West Ham Ln, E15. Sat, 10.30am-12pm, Newham Leisure Centre, E13 Ascension Football Sat, 10-11.30am, £3. Reception to 11yrs. King George V Park, King George Ave, E16. Call 07806 584925

COMMITTEE MEETINGS Meetings take place at Newham Town Hall, Barking Road, E6, unless otherwise stated. Tues, 22 Nov, 10am, Licensing (2003 Act) Sub-committee CONTACT THE MAYOR Here to Help sessions Please register 30 minutes before session starts. Sat, 26 Nov, 10am, East Ham Library Telephone surgery Weds, 23 Nov. Please call 020 8430 2000 between 10am and 11am

All listings may be subject to change. Please contact individual events and activities before attending.

CONTACT DETAILS LIBRARIES & COMMUNITY NEIGHBOURHOODS Beckton Globe 1 Kingsford Wy, E6 Canning Town Barking Rd, E16 Custom House Prince Regent Ln, E16 East Ham 328 Barking Rd, E6 Green Street 337-341 Green St, E13 The Gate 6-8 Woodgrange Rd, E7 Manor Park 685-691 Romford Rd, E12 North Woolwich 5 Pier Parade, E16 Plaistow North St, E13 Stratford 3 The Grove, E15 Archives and Local Studies 020 3373 6881 Community Outreach 020 337 30813 Church of God 37 Manor Park Road, E12, 020 8911 9494 The International Quarter Marketing Suite Celebration Avenue, E20 1DB

LEISURE & SPORTS VENUES Atherton Leisure Centre 189 Romford Rd, E15 Balaam Leisure Centre 14 Balaam St, E13 East Ham Leisure Centre 324 Barking Rd, E6 Newham Leisure Centre 281 Prince Regent Ln, E13 NewVIc Prince Regent Ln, E13 UEL SportsDock Docklands Campus, University Wy, E16 COMMUNITY CENTRES (C.C) Beckton Community Centre 14 Manor Wy, E6, 020 7511 1214 East Ham Market Hall Myrtle Rd, E6 1HY, 01708 740 092 Field Community Centre 147 Station Rd, E7 020 8536 2800 Grassroots Centre Memorial Park, Memorial Ave, E15, 020 3373 0650 The Hub 123 Star Ln, E16 020 3373 0750 Jack Cornwell Community Centre Jack Cornwell St, E12 020 8553 3459 Jeyes Community Centre 1 James Cl, E13, 020 3373 2205 Katherine Rd Community Centre 254 Katherine Rd, E7, 020 8548 9825 St Mark’s Community Centre 218 Tollgate Rd, E6, 020 7474 1687 Vicarage Ln Community Centre Govier Cl, E15, 020 8519 0235 Harold Rd Centre 170 Harold Road, E13 0SE, 020 8472 2805 Queens Market Green St,E13 Rabbits Rd Institute 835 Romford Rd, London E12 5JY Royal Docks Learning Activity Centre Albert Rd, North Woolwich, E16 2JB St John’s Green Community Garden Albert Rd, North Woolwich E16 2JB St Bartholomew’s Church & Centre, 292b Barking Road, E6 3BA London Road, 1 London Road, E13 0AT The Community Resource Centre, 200 Chargeable Lane, E13 8DW 020 3373 2697

Standing up to violence against women Newham Town Hall, 328 Barking Rd, E6 2RP Friday 25 November, 9.30am-1pm

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