Summer Fun 2009

43Museums

2 // Summer Fun

24Mapfor Idea Stores, libraries

and leisure centres

136–12 years

2213–19 years

36Families

03Quest Seekers

Sports &?Leisure

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45Sports & Leisure

Centres

040–5 yearsand Children’s Centres

Produced by Tower Hamlets Council

Start the Quest

and get reading!

Use the power of yourimagination to journey intoa mysterious andwondrous land where youcan discover the joy ofreading. Help our threeQuest Seekers, Raj, Belleand Louis, complete thethree-staged challenge tofind the golden book.Every book you read getsyou closer to completingthe quest, winning amedal and entering a prizedraw for some fantasticprizes.

The adventure starts inyour local Idea Store orlibrary where you will meetCadmus, the gatekeeper,who will give you yourquest.

Quest Seekers is for under- 16s and starts onSaturday, July 18 endingon Saturday, September 5.

How to take part in Quest SeekersCollect your QuestSeekers fold-outposter andmembership cardfrom the Idea Storeor library. Nowborrow some books.Two books per visitcan be counted asyour Quest Seekersbooks. Read thebooks, write downthe titles and authors onyour poster and decide ona rating. Go back to theIdea Store or library andshow someone from theQuest Seekers team yourmembership card – theywill want to hear howmuch you enjoyed yourbooks. You’ll be given onesheet of stickers. Add yourFirebird Rising sticker nextto the book titles on yourposter. Find the places toput the rest of the stickers.

Congratulations, you’vefinished the first stage ofthe quest!To complete the challenge,you need to read two morebooks for the MountainMission stickers and a final

two books for the Dragon’sLair stickers. That shouldbe two more visits to theIdea Store or library and atthe end you’ll be given acertificate and a goldmedal.

Don’t forget to check outthe websitewww.questseekers.org.ukto meet some authors, findout what everyone’sreading, and try somegames and activities.We will be holding lots ofgreat activities in the IdeaStores and libraries duringthe summer holidays – justtake a look inside or visitwww.ideastore.co.ukStart reading!

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July 18 –

September 5

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Idea Store, library andleisure centre addresseson map, page 24.

Sat, July 18Join Up, Join In9am–12.30pm & 1.30–5pmCubitt Town LibrarySign up for the QuestSeekers summer readingchallenge and get yourcollectors poster andmembership card.

Join Up, Join In9am–5pmIdea Store Canary WharfSign up for the QuestSeekers challenge. Getyour poster andmembership card.

Weds, July 22Rocking Horse10.30–11.45amIdea Store WhitechapelArts and crafts,storytelling, singing andsmiles. Just bring yourimagination.

Fri, July 24Mike Belgrave Entertains2–3pmCubitt Town LibraryWith magic, songs, funand balloons.

Dragon Designs2–3.30pmIdea Store Canary WharfMake your own QuestSeekers dragon to takehome, for ages 5-10.

Mon–Fri, July 27–31Tennis Coaching Coursesfor ages 5-8See page 46 for details.

Mon, July 27Clown Fizz2-3pmWatney Market LibraryLively show with comicalmagic routines, songs andstories. Limited ticketsavailable from 12noon.

Infinity and Beyond CraftQuest2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfJoin the Quest Seekers forfun and crafts for ages 4-14.

Paint a HieroglyphicCanvas2-4pmIdea Store BowLook through books onAncient Egypt and paintyour own hieroglyphiccanvas.

Tues, July 28Dinosaur Woodcraft2-4pmIdea Store Bow

0–5 years

0–5 years // 5

Go back in time with ourdinosaur books collectionand design your owndinosaur.

Rocking Horse10.30–11.45amIdea Store WhitechapelArts and crafts,storytelling, singing andsmiles. Just bring yourimagination.

Weds, July 29Teddy Bears Picnic11am–12noonIdea Store Canary WharfJoin the fun - and don’tforget your teddy, for ages3–8.

Summer Story Time2.30–3.30pmIdea Store Canary WharfStories and adventure forages 4-10.

Physical Play withYogaBugs10am-12noonSt Matthias CommunityCentre, 113 Poplar HighStreet, E14Activities with climbingframes, bikes, soft playarea and outdoor play. AlsoYogaBugs, yoga forchildren and parents. 7987 0459

Thurs, July 30Henry and the King’sBirthday Party11am–12noonCubitt Town LibraryPippin Puppets presents apuppet show, for ages 3-5.

Make a giant dinosaurcollage2–4pm

Idea Store BowHelp construct a giantdinosaur collage withfriends and family.

Outdoor Play 10am – 2pm Victoria Park, SewardstoneRoad, E3 entrance Outdoor play and learning,using role play resources,outdoor game andinvestigation sacks forchildren and their parents. 7364 7930

Fri, July 31Dinodragon2–3.30pmCubitt Town LibraryMake and decorate aQuest SeekersDinodragon.

Sat, Aug 1Foxy the Funky Genie2–3pmIdea Store WhitechapelA show with magic,balloon animals and Foxy’spuppet friends.

Sun, Aug 2Infinity and Beyond ArtSession2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfCreate a lunar landscape,aliens or rockets usingrecycled materials anddisplay your work in thestore window.

Mon-Sat, Aug 3–8Hocus Pocus Week: Drawa Magical MonsterWatney Market LibraryGet an entry form from thelibrary to create your

monster, prizes for thebest ones.

Mon– Fri, Aug 3-7Tennis Coaching Coursesfor ages 5-8See page 46 for details.

Mon, Aug 3Make a Life-size Portrait2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryDraw around your bodyand paint in snazzyclothes, then send it on aquest by writing a poem.

Play and Rhyme Time10–11amCubitt Town LibraryPlay, stories and rhymesfor 0-4s and their carers.

Placemat Pizzazz2–3.30pmCubitt Town LibraryPaint, decorate andpersonalise a placematand coaster.

Design Pirates’ Hats, EyePatches & Masks2–4pmIdea Store BowEnjoy high seasadventures and fashionyour personalised piratehat, eye patches andmasks.

Tues, Aug 4Make a Pirate Flag andDesign a Treasure Map2–4pmIdea Store BowListen to the story ofTreasure Island andcompose your own pirateflag and treasure map.

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King of the Wild Things2.30–3.30pmIdea Store WhitechapelBring picture book WhereThe Wild Things Are to lifewith monster masks andget your photo on ourwebsite.

Rhyme and Story Time11am–12noonIdea Store Canary WharfRhymes, songs and storiesfor under-5s.

Weds, Aug 5MyNewt Monsters2.30–3.30pmIdea Store Canary WharfMr Creepy Crawly visitswith his mini-beastcollection.

Rocking Horse10.30–11.45amIdea Store WhitechapelArts and crafts,storytelling, singing andsmiles. Just bring yourimagination.

Play DayA variety of events for

children and young peoplein local parks.See website for details.www.playtowerhamlets.org.uk

Thurs, Aug 6Create a Sun VisorPattern2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryPaint a sun visor and wearit all through the summer,then find a book aboutsummer and progress onyour reading quest.

Potty Painting with VickyKeeble2–4pmCubitt Town LibraryDecorate a plant pot, thenplant a flower.

Make your own TreasureChest2–4pmIdea Store BowListen to Pirate Princessand fashion your owntreasure chest.


Fri, Aug 7Funky Faces2–3.30pmCubitt Town LibraryFace painting and maskmaking session.

Sat, Aug 8 Film: Return to Neverland(Cert U)2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryWatch Walt Disney'sanimation of Peter Pan inNeverland - then write aPeter Pan story.

Design a Pirate Swordand Hook. 2–4pmIdea Store BowMake a personalised piratesword and hook and enjoyreading Treasure Island.

Sun, Aug 9Special Pirates Kidzone1.30–3pmIdea Store BowCome aboard and learnabout life on the HighSeas.

Infinity and Beyond ArtSession2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfCreate a lunar landscape,aliens or rockets usingrecycled materials, thendisplay your work in thestore window.

Mon–Fri, Aug 10–14Tennis Coaching Coursesfor ages 5-8See page 46 for details.

Mon, Aug 10Take Away Portrait2–4pmIdea Store Canary Wharf

0–5 years // 7

Learn to draw your ownportrait, for ages 4-14.

Make Your own Wings2–4pmIdea Store BowFly into the world offantasy and mythicalcreatures by making yourown distinctive wings.

Tues, Aug 11Make a Witch’s orWizard’s Hat2–4pmIdea Store BowStop off at Hogwarts andlisten to Harry Potter, thendesign a magical hat.

Weds, Aug 12Rocking Horse10.30–11.45amIdea Store WhitechapelArts and crafts,storytelling, singing andsmiles.

East India Children'sCentre Summer Fun Day10am-12noonSt Matthias CommunityCentre, 113 Poplar HighStreet, E14Lots of physical activities -climbing frames, soft playarea, bikes, and more.

Thurs, Aug 13Face Painting2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryGet painted like yourfavourite animal and readanimal books.

Mischief2–3pmWatney Market Library

Puppet show from JactitoTheatre Company withrecycling andenvironmental theme.Limited tickets availablefrom 12noon.

Design a Fairy Peg Doll2–4pmIdea Store BowEnjoy a fantasy read andmake your own enchantingfairy.


Fri, Aug 14Family Film2–4pmIdea Store BowScreening of a film withfantasy and mythicalcreatures.

Mike Belgrave Entertains2–3.30pmIdea Store Canary WharfWith songs, fun andstretchy balloons.

Tintin Anniversary –Colour in Tintin2–4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetGet creative and add somecolour to pictures ofTintin’s adventures.

Sat, Aug 15Design an Ogre Mask2-4pmIdea Store Bow

Read the Ogre Downstairsand design your ownmask.

Film: The Sword in theStone (Cert U)2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryWatch Walt Disney’sanimation and find outwho can pull out thesword.

Sun, Aug 16Teddy Bear’s Picnic10am–1pmMillwall Park. StebondaleStreet, E14 (meet insidegate entrance near IslandGardens DLR station)Under-7s, must beaccompanied byparent/guardian.Join the park rangers for afun time with yourfavourite teddy or cuddlytoy. Includes arts, craftsand sports games. Takepacked lunch for picnicafterwards.7510 2954 or 8533 2057


Mon–Fri, Aug 17–21

Tennis Coaching CoursesTennis coaching for ages 5-8. See page 46 for details

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Mon, Aug 17Biscuit Bonanza2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfIce and decorate yourbiscuits and then eat them.

Crumbs!2–3pmCubitt Town LibraryIce and decorate biscuitsand cakes, then eat them.

Tues, Aug 18Quest Seekers T-shirtPrinting2–4pmIdea Store Canary Wharf

Find a great picture andprint it on a T-shirt.

Weds, Aug 19

Rocking Horse10.30–11.45amIdea Store WhitechapelArts and crafts,storytelling, singing andsmiles.

Messy Play Fun DaySt Matthias CommunityCentre, 113 Poplar HighStreet, E1410am-12pm Lots of 'gooey' activities.

Thurs, Aug 20Design a Noodle Collage2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryMake a colourful noodlesponge collage withinspiration from yourfavourite book.

Musical Melody11am–12noonIdea Store Canary WharfMusic and singing forunder-5s.


Fri, Aug 21Play and rhyme time10–11am Cubitt Town LibraryPlay, stories and rhymesfor 0-4s and their carers.

Miniature Garden Making2–3.30pmCubitt Town LibraryMake your own tiny gardento take home.

Design a Jolly Roger2–4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetPirates sailed under theirown flags called JollyRogers. Design a pirateflag that tells somethingabout you.

Sat, Aug 22Charlie the Explorer onSafari10am–12noonBethnal Green LibraryHave fun with Charlie theclown on safari.

Sun, Aug 23Infinity and Beyond ArtSession2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfCreate a lunar landscape,aliens or rockets usingrecycled materials, thendisplay your work in thestore window.

Mon–Fri, Aug 24–28Tennis Coaching CoursesTennis coaching for ages 5-8. See page 46 for details

Mon, Aug 24Art Afternoon2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfCome along with all yourfriends.

Make a Recycled RobotCreature2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryCreate a creature fromrecycled materials and useit to tell a story.

MyNewt Monsters2–3pmCubitt Town LibraryMr Creepy Crawly visitswith his collection of mini-beasts.

Make a Recycled Robot2–4pmIdea Store BowBring inanimate objects tolife and construct an eco-friendly robot made fromrecycled items.

Tues, Aug 25Make an Alien Mask2–4pmIdea Store BowScare your friends withyour alien mask. Immerseyourself in Doctor Whoand Sarah Jane Adventurestories for inspiration.

Weds, Aug 26Rocking Horse10.30–11.45amIdea Store WhitechapelArts and crafts,storytelling, singing andsmiles.

Where’s Wally? World2.30–3.30pmIdea Store WhitechapelMake your own models toadd to our enormousWhere’s Wally? display forthe children’s library.

Stay & Play Fun Day 10am-12noon St Matthias CommunityCentre, 113 Poplar HighStreet, E14Explore with your childlearning fun activities -sand and water play,creative activities andmore.

Thurs, Aug 27Groovy Glass Paintingwith Vicky Keeble2–4pm

Cubitt Town libraryPaint and decorate a glassornament.

Futuristic Toys2–4pmIdea Store BowMake your own futuristictoys.

Fri, Aug 28Family Film2–4pmIdea Store BowSpace adventures on thebig screen.

Make Pirate Hooks andTelescope2–4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetNo pirate is completewithout their trustytelescope and a hookhand.

Silk Painting with VickyKeeble2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfCreate and paint a designon silk, for ages 5–16.

Sat, Aug 29Quest Seekers Knightsand Princesses FancyDress Party2–3.30pmCubitt Town LibraryTreasure hunt, crafts,refreshments and fun.

Summer Reading SchemePresentation11am–4pmIdea Store BowCelebrate the end of QuestSeekers at a day ofactivities, receive medalsand goodies forcompleting the challenge.

0–5 years // 9

Tower Hamlets Council'schildren's centres areexciting places withservices for children up tofive years old and theirfamilies. Many of themoffer activities through thesummer holiday. See details below.

Aberfeldy Children'sCentreAberfeldy Street, E147364 2856 or 07958 686174

Around Poplar Children'sCentre115 Three Colts Street,E147364 0540 or 07779 345650

Bromley by BowChildren's CentreBromley by Bow CentreSt Leonard's Street, E3 07939 715943 or 8709 9700 OrThe Marner CentreDevas Street, E3 7093 1501

Chrisp Street Children'sCentre9 Market Way, E1423-27 Market Way, E147364 2856 or 07958 686174

Collingwood Children'sCentreSt Bartholomew Gardens,Buckhurst Street, E17364 0539 or 07950 580336

East India Children'sCentreSatellite centre deliveredfrom local venues. Officebased at Around PoplarChildren's Centre7364 0540

Isle of Dogs Children'sCentre(Millwall & Blackwall)The Barkantine, 121 WestFerry Road, E147791 8288 or 07940 368484OrIsland HouseRoserton Street, E147531 0326 or 07951 929010

Jagonari Children'sCentreJagonari Centre, 183-185Whitechapel Road, E17375 0520 or 07903 707572

John Smith Children'sCentre90 Stepney Way, E17364 5209 or 07507 563968

Lincoln & BurdettChildren's Centre2 Belton Way, E3 7093 1442 or 07971 797996

Little Oaks Children'sCentrePelter Street, E27364 0422 or 07971 797996

Montefiore Children'sCentreHanbury Street, E17364 0545 or 07983 328323 or 07921 681093

Mowlem Children'sCentreMowlem Street, E27364 7935 or 07800 731778

Ocean Children's Centre(Harry Roberts)Commodore Street, E17790 6711 or 07971 797992

Old Church Children'sCentreScout Unit, Walter Terrace,off Bromley Street, E17790 2824 or 07534 223107

Olga Children's CentreLanfranc Road, E38981 7127

Overland Children'sCentre60 Parnell Road, E37364 0538 or 07507 563939

Shadwell Children'sCentre418-420 Cable Street, E17364 0544

Wapping Children'sCentre15 Chandler Street, E1W7364 0423 or 07507 562126

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Children’s Centres

0–5 years

0–5 years // 11

12 // 6–12 years


Sat, July 18Quest Seekers LaunchFamily Fun Day10am–4pmIdea Store WhitechapelLaunch of 2009 summerreading scheme withactivities throughout theday for all the family. Seein store for details.

Join Up, Join In9am–12.30pm & 1.30–5pmCubitt Town LibrarySign up for the QuestSeekers summer readingchallenge and get yourcollectors’ poster andmembership card.


Tues, July 21Quest Seekers’ Quiz:music and melodies2.30–3.30pmIdea Store WhitechapelGet your brain into actionand you could win a prize.

Weds, July 22Junk Orchestra2.30–3.30pmIdea Store WhitechapelShake rattle and roll bymaking your owninstruments from recycledmaterials.

Thurs, July 23Comic Book and MangaGroup2.30–3.30pmIdea Store WhitechapelDiscuss your favouritesand create your own.

Games Quest2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfJoin the quest to find thebest in an afternoon ofgames and fun.

Fri, July 24Dragon Designs2–3.30pmIdea Store Canary WharfMake your own QuestSeekers dragon to takehome, for ages 5-10.

Movie: Camp Rock (Cert U)2–4pmIdea Store WhitechapelWatch the Jonas brothersand Demi Lovato in thismovie about having fun,being yourself and findingyour voice.7364 4332

Girls Allowed!: Music &Dance Session4.15–5.45pmIdea Store WhitechapelSing your heart out,practise your moves andjust have fun.

Mike Belgrave Entertains2–3pmCubitt Town LibraryWith magic, songs, funand balloons.

Mon, July 27Design a Pencil Box2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryDecorate a wooden pencilbox.

Funky Fabrics2–3.30pmCubitt Town LibrarySummer hats and baseballcaps to paint anddecorate.

Infinity and Beyond CraftQuest 2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfJoin the Quest Seekers forfun and crafts, for ages 4-14.

6–12 years

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14 // 6–12 years

Journey to a Far AwayPlace... (part 1)2–4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetCan you think of a placeyou would like to travel to?Tell us all by writing aboutit.

Paint a HieroglyphicCanvas2–4pmIdea Store BowLook through an extensiverange of books on AncientEgypt and paint your ownhieroglyphic canvas.

Mon–Fri, July 27–31Tennis Coaching CoursesTennis coaching for ages 5-8 and 9-12. See page 46for details.

Sports taster sessionsTaster sessions in varietyof sports for ages 9–12,includes sessions foryoung people withdisabilities aged 8–11 and12–18. See page 46 fordetails.

Athletics CoachingLearn the disciplines ofathletics. Coaching forages 8-11 and 12–16. Seepage 46 for details.

Tues, July 28Dinosaur Woodcraft2–4pmIdea Store BowGo back in time with ourdinosaur books collectionand design your owndinosaur.

Quest Seekers’ Quiz: eco-warrior wars2.30–3.30pm

Idea Store WhitechapelIf you think you know yourstuff about being a friendof the earth then put yourknowledge to the test.

Weds, July 29,Aug 5, 19 & 26

Nintendo Wii Games2–4pmIdea Store BowPlay Nintendo Wii withfriends and family.

Weds, July 29Teddy Bears Picnic11am–12noonIdea Store Canary WharfJoin the fun - and don’tforget your teddy, for ages3–8.

Summer Story Time2.30–3.30pmIdea Store Canary WharfStories and adventure forages 4-10.

Nature Quest2.30–3.30pmIdea Store WhitechapelTake your inspiration fromMother Nature with ourjungle animal arts andcrafts session.

Thurs, July 30Make a Giant DinosaurCollage2–4pmIdea Store BowHelp construct a giantdinosaur collage withfriends and family.

Comic Book and MangaGroup2.30–3.30pmIdea Store Whitechapel

Discuss your favouritesand create your own.

Create and Paint a Yo-yo2–3pmBethnal Green LibraryPaint a design that whirlswhile you twirl.

Ancient Bangle Making2–4pmWatney Market LibraryDesign a mosaic stainedglass bangle. Limitedtickets available from12noon.

Fri, July 31Girls Allowed!: PosterCompetition4.15–5.45pmIdea Store WhitechapelCreate a poster on our‘green’ theme. Add to ourexhibition in the children’slibrary and try to win firstplace.

Pirates’ Treasure Hunt2–4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetUse your map andnavigation skills to findhidden treasure in thestore.

Dinodragon2–3.30pmCubitt Town LibraryMake and decorate aQuest SeekersDinodragon.

Sat, Aug 1 Film: The GoldenCompass (Cert PG)2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryOne girl is destined to holdthe fate of the universe inher hands. Borrow other

Philip Pullman books tohelp you complete theQuest Seeker challenge.


Special AncientAdventure Kidzone1.30–3pmIdea Store BowRoll up to our Kidzone andimmerse yourself inancient adventures.

Mon-Sat, Aug 3–8Hocus Pocus Week: Writea Magic SpellWatney Market LibraryGet an entry form from thelibrary to create your spell,prizes for the best ones.

Mon-Fri, Aug 3–7Tennis Coaching CoursesTennis coaching for ages 5-8 and 9-12. See page 46for details.

Sports taster sessionsTaster sessions in a varietyof sports for ages 9-12,includes sessions foryoung people withdisabilities aged 8–11 and12–18. See page 46 fordetails.

Mon, Aug 3Placemat Pizzazz2–3.30pm

Cubitt Town LibraryPaint, decorate andpersonalise a placematand coaster.

Hocus Pocus Week:Making Magic Wands2–4pmWatney Market LibraryCreate a magic wand.Limited tickets availablefrom 12noon.

Make a Life-size Portrait2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryDraw around your bodyand paint in snazzyclothes, then send it on aquest by writing a poem.

Design Pirates’ Hats, EyePatches & Masks2–4pmIdea Store BowGet engrossed in ArthurRansom’s high seasadventures and fashionyour personalised piratehat, eye patches andmasks.

Journey to a Far AwayPlace... (part 2)2-4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetMake or draw your methodof transport to travel toyour mystery place -rocket, spaceship, youdecide.

Tues, Aug 4Make a Pirate Flag andDesign a Treasure Map2–4pmIdea Store BowListen to the story ofTreasure Island andcompose your own pirateflag and treasure map.

Hog Tails – a Twisty Talefrom the Royal Armouries10am–12noon & 2-4pmWatney Market LibraryUsing the iconic status ofthe White Tower and theimpact Henry VIII had onLondon, this workshopinvolves storytelling and a‘build your tower’ craftactivity, sponsored by FindYour Talent.

King of the Wild Things2.30–3.30pmIdea Store WhitechapelBring picture book Wherethe Wild Things Are to lifewith monster masks andget your photo on ourwebsite.


Hog Tails – a Twisty TaleFrom the RoyalArmouries10am–12noon & 2-4pmIdea Store WhitechapelUsing the iconic status ofthe White Tower and theimpact Henry VIII had onLondon, this workshopinvolves storytelling and a‘build your tower’ craftactivity, sponsored by FindYour Talent.

If you Could be aSuperhero...2-4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetWhat powers would youhave? What would be youroutfit? Draw your idealsuperhero and get itframed.

6–12 years // 15

2–3.30pmCubitt Town LibraryFace painting and maskmaking session.

Pebble Dogs2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfChoose your pebble andmake a pet, for ages 6-16.

Find the Idea Store Spy2-4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetBe a secret agent and takeon the mission to solve theclues to reveal the spy.

Sat, Aug 8 Film: Return to Neverland(Cert U)2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryWatch Walt Disney'sanimation of Peter Pan inNeverland - then write aPeter Pan story.

Design a Pirate Swordand Hook. 2–4pmIdea Store BowMake a personalised piratesword and hook and enjoyreading Treasure Island.

Sun, Aug 9Special Pirates Kidzone1.30–3pmIdea Store BowCome aboard and learnabout life on the HighSeas.

Infinity and Beyond ArtSession2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfCreate a lunar landscape,aliens, monsters or rocketsusing recycled materials,

then display your work inthe store window.

Mon, Aug 10Creatures on the Trail2–4pmWatney Market LibraryImagine what creaturesyou might meet on yourquest and bring them tolife in modelling clay.Limited tickets availablefrom 12 noon.

Design a Felt Bag2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryDecorate a neon felt bagfor your books.

Potty Pencils2–3.30pmCubitt Town LibraryPaint and decorate a pencilpot or desk tidy for yourroom.

Take Away Portrait2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfLearn to draw your ownportrait, for ages 4-14.

Make Your own Wings2–4pmIdea Store BowFly into the world offantasy and mythicalcreatures by making yourown distinctive wings.

Tintin Anniversary – Soyou think you knowabout Tintin?2-4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetTintin is famous for hisdangerous adventures andbravery. Join us for anafternoon of quizzes,puzzles and more to testyour knowledge.

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Play DayA variety of events forchildren and young peoplein local parks.See website for details.www.playtowerhamlets.org.uk

Thurs, Aug 6Hocus Pocus Week: FairyFun 2–4pmWatney Market LibraryCreate a fairy (or goblin).Limited tickets availablefrom 12noon.

Comic Book and MangaGroup2.30–3.30pmIdea Store WhitechapelDiscuss your favouritesand create your own.

Make your own TreasureChest2–4pmIdea Store BowListen to Pirate Princessand fashion your owntreasure chest.

Create a Sun VisorPattern2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryPaint a sun visor and wearit all through the summer,then find a book aboutsummer and progress onyour reading quest.

Potty Painting with VickyKeeble2–4pmCubitt Town LibraryDecorate a plant pot, thenplant a flower.

Fri, Aug 7Funky Faces

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Mon–Fri, Aug 10–14Tennis Coaching CoursesTennis coaching for ages 5-8 and 9-12. See page 46for details.

Sports taster sessionsTaster sessions in a varietyof sports for ages 9-12,includes sessions foryoung people withdisabilities aged 8–11 and12–18. See page 46 fordetails.

Tues, Aug 11Make a Witch’s orWizard’s Hat2–4pmIdea Store BowStop off at Hogwarts andlisten to Harry Potter, thendesign a magical hat.

Crazy Cakes for the Over-8s2–3pmCubitt Town LibraryLearn how to ice anddecorate cakes – then eatthem!

Hog Tails – a Twisty Talefrom the Royal Armouries10am–12noon & 2-4pmBethnal Green LibraryUsing the iconic status ofthe White Tower and theimpact Henry VIII had onLondon, this workshopinvolves storytelling and a‘build your tower’ craftactivity, sponsored by FindYour Talent.

Tintin Anniversary – Makeyour own graphic novel2-4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetRead a Tintin book thenillustrate your own

dangerous adventure inthe same style.

Weds, Aug 12Canary Quest Magazine2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfHelp put together themagazine with drawingsand book reviews, for ages8–16.

Storytellers - arts andcrafts2.30–3.30pmIdea Store WhitechapelDesign puppets to tell yourfavourite story with, or justmake up your own.

Hog Tails – a Twisty Talefrom the Royal Armouries10am–12noon & 2-4pmIdea Store BowUsing the iconic status ofthe White Tower and theimpact Henry VIII had on

London, this workshopinvolves storytelling and a‘build your tower’ craftactivity, sponsored by FindYour Talent.

Tintin Anniversary –Treasure Hunt2-4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetFollow all the clues andfind the hidden prize.

Thurs, Aug 13Design a Fairy Peg Doll2–4pmIdea Store BowEnjoy a fantasy read andmake your own enchantingfairy.


18 // 6–12 years

Face Painting2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryGet painted like yourfavourite animal and readanimal books.

Fri, Aug 14Mike Belgrave Entertains2–3.30pmIdea Store Canary WharfWith songs, fun andstretchy balloons.

Silk painting with VickyKeeble2–4pmCubitt Town LibraryCreate and paint a designon silk.

Family Film2–4pmIdea Store BowScreening of a film withfantasy and mythicalcreatures.

Sat, Aug 15Design an Ogre Mask2–4pmIdea Store BowRead the Ogre Downstairsand design your ownmask.

Film: The Sword in theStone (Cert U)2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryWatch Walt Disney’sanimation and find outwho can pull out thesword.

Sun, Aug 16Teddy Bear’s Picnic10am–1pmMillwall Park, Stebondale

Street, E14. (Meet insidegate entrance near IslandGardens DLR station.)Under-7s, must beaccompanied byparent/guardian.Join the park rangers for afun time with yourfavourite teddy or cuddlytoy. Includes arts, craftsand sports games. Takepacked lunch for picnicafterwards.7510 2954 or 8533 2057

Special Fantasy andMythical CreaturesKidzone1.30–3pmIdea Store BowEncounter the fantasy andmythical creatures atKidzone.


Mon–Fri, Aug 17–21Tennis Coaching CoursesTennis coaching for ages 5-8 and 9–12.See page 46 for details.

Mon, Aug 17Biscuit Bonanza2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfIce and decorate yourbiscuits and decorate -then eat!

Henry Travels in Time 11am–12noonBethnal Green Library

Puppet show with a timetraveller.

Paint a Spinning Top2–3pmBethnal Green LibraryCreate a pattern for aspinning top, then create anew game.

Make Your Own Spy Kit2–4pmIdea Store BowDesign a spy kit and slip into the world of espionageand the Famous Five.

Journey to a Far AwayPlace... (part 3)2-4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetWhat will you find at yourmystery place? Strangecreatures, aliens? Createyour own characters usingdifferent materials.

Tues, Aug 18Design a Secret AgentBadge2–4pmIdea Store BowDevise your own badge,read secret agent booksand enter the complexmind of a spy.

Hog tails – a Twisty Talefrom the Royal Armouries10am–12noon & 2-4pmCubitt Town LibraryUsing the iconic status ofthe White Tower and theimpact Henry VIII had onLondon, this workshopinvolves storytelling and a‘build your tower’ craftactivity, sponsored by FindYour Talent.

Quest Seekers T-shirtPrinting2–4pm

Idea Store Canary WharfFind a great picture andprint it on a T-shirt.

Weds, Aug 19Hog Tails – a Twisty Talefrom the Royal Armouries10am–12noon & 2-4pmIdea Store Canary WharfUsing the iconic status ofthe White Tower and theimpact Henry VIII had onLondon, this workshopinvolves storytelling and a‘build your tower’ craftactivity, sponsored by FindYour Talent.

Time Travellers2.30–3.30pmIdea Store WhitechapelThink you are a designer ofthe future or love the lookof the past? Designthrough time and getcrafty.

Thurs, Aug 20Comic Book and MangaGroup2.30pm–3.30pmIdea Store WhitechapelDiscuss your favouritesand create your own.

Design a Noodle Collage2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryMake a colourful noodlesponge collage withinspiration from yourfavourite book.

Quest Seekers Badges2–4pmWatney Market LibraryDesign and make yourown badge to show you’reon a quest. Limited ticketsavailable from 12 noon.

Secret Agent Bookcase2–4pmIdea Store BowDesign a bookcase to hideyour top secret treasures.

Fri, Aug 21Girls Allowed!: Fashionsof the Future4.15–5.45pmIdea Store WhitechapelUse fabrics, paints andpaper to draw your owndesigns.


Sat, Aug 22Carnival Arts & CraftsWorkshop1–4pmIdea Store WhitechapelGet creative and step intosummer carnival spirit.

Charlie the Explorer onSafari10am-12noonBethnal Green LibraryHave fun with Charlie theclown on safari.

Film: Aquamarine (CertPG)2-4pmBethnal Green LibraryTwo best friends getexactly what they wish for.

Make Your Own Disguise2–4pmIdea Store BowFool your friends andfamily with an originaldisguise.

Sun, Aug 23Special Secret AgentKidzone1.30–3pmIdea Store BowPractise your spy skills andslip in to our spy-themedKidzone.


Access Sport1–5pmVictoria Park, Grove Road,E3Activities organised by 20community sports clubsfrom Tower Hamlets andHackney for ages 8-19 totry different sports.Freewww.accesssport.co.uk

Mon–Fri, Aug 24–28Tennis Coaching CoursesTennis coaching for ages 5-8 and 9-12.See page 46 for details.

Mon, Aug 24Art Afternoon2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfCome along with all yourfriends.


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Treasure!2–4pmWatney Market LibraryCreate a massive treasuremap. Limited ticketsavailable from 12noon.

Make a Recycled RobotCreature2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryCreate a creature fromrecycled materials and useit to tell a story.

Make a Recycled Robot2–4pmIdea Store BowBring inanimate objects tolife by constructing an eco-friendly robot made out ofrecycled items.

Tues, Aug 25Make an Alien Mask2–4pmIdea Store BowScare your friends withyour alien mask. Immerseyourself in Doctor Whoand Sarah Jane Adventurestories for inspiration.

Weds, Aug 26Henna Hands2.30–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfHave a henna design onyour hand, for ages 6-16.

Where’s Wally? World2.30–3.30pmIdea Store WhitechapelMake your own models toadd to our Where’s Wally?display for the children’slibrary.

Hog Tails – a Twisty Talefrom the Royal Armouries10am-12noon & 2-4pm

Idea Store Chrisp StreetUsing the iconic status ofthe White Tower and theimpact Henry VIII had onLondon, this workshopinvolves storytelling and a‘build your tower’ craftactivity

Thurs, Aug 27Futuristic Toys2–4pmIdea Store BowMake your own futuristictoys.


Make a Cone Puppet2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryMake a pop-up conepuppet, write a story andput on your own show.

Groovy Glass Paintingwith Vicky Keeble2–4pmCubitt Town LibraryPaint and decorate a glassornament.

Fri, Aug 28Family Film2–4pmIdea Store BowSpace adventures on thebig screen.

Girls Allowed!: SummerParty4.15–5.45pmIdea Store WhitechapelArts and crafts, games,food, drink and music.

Silk Painting with VickyKeeble2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfCreate and paint a designon silk, for ages 5–16.

Sat, Aug 29

Quest Seekers Knightsand Princesses FancyDress Party2–3.30pmCubitt Town LibraryTreasure hunt, crafts,refreshments and fun.

Film: Miss Potter (Cert PG)2–4pmBethnal Green LibraryThe life of Beatrix Potter isthe most enchanting taleof all. Finish the QuestSeekers challenge withone of her books.

Summer Reading SchemePresentation11am–4pmIdea Store BowCelebrate the end of QuestSeekers at a day ofactivities, receive medalsand goodies forcompleting the challenge.

Sun, Aug 30

Out of Space Kidzone1.30–3pmIdea Store BowFloat in to this week’s Outof Space Kidzone andimmerse yourself in allthings extra-terrestrial.

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Fri, July 3Music Technology Taster4–6pmIdea Store BowSee the opportunities inmedia training withXStream East Academy.Sponsored by Find YourTalent.

Open Mic Event7–9pmIdea Store BowShowcase your talent andgain experience inperformance with supportfrom XStream EastAcademy sponsored byFind Your Talent.

Sat, July 18Join Up, Join In9am–12.30pm & 1.30-5pmCubitt Town LibrarySign up for the QuestSeekers summer readingchallenge and get yourcollectors poster andmembership card.


Mon, July 20 -Thurs, July 30Disgraceful Waste ofSpaceBrady Arts Centre, 192-196Hanbury Street, E1 & offsiteAges 13-19Explore how you ‘perform’in spaces you create.7364 7912

Mon, July 20GameZone2.15–3.45pmIdea Store WhitechapelPlay on the latest Wii orPlaystation games andmeet new friends.

Tues, July 21Music Quiz2.30–3.30pm Idea Store WhitechapelGet your brain into actionand you could win a prize.This week’s quiz has amusical theme.


Games Quest2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfJoin the quest to find thebest in an afternoon ofgames and fun.

Mon, July 27 - Fri, Aug 21

Fashion & Textiles

Summer AcademyBrady Arts Centre, 192-196Hanbury Street, E1Ages 15-19Create a catwalkcollection, working with ATeam Arts and luxuryfashion label Burberry.Learn practical skills,create a portfolio and gainan Arts Awardaccreditation. Collectionswill be showcasedthroughout the year and atAlternative Fashion Week2010.7247 7900 to book7364 7908 for more details

Mon–Fri, July 27–31Tennis Coaching CoursesTennis coaching for ages13-16. See page 46 fordetails.

Sports taster sessionsTaster sessions in a varietyof sports for ages 13-16,includes sessions foryoung people withdisabilities ages 12-18 and19-25. See page 46 fordetails.

Athletics CoachingLearn the disciplines ofathletics. Coaching forages 12-16. See page 46for details.

Mon, July 27Infinity and Beyond CraftQuest 2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfJoin the Quest Seekers forfun and crafts, for ages 4-14.

Funky Fabrics2–3.30pm

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Cubitt Town LibrarySummer hats and baseballcaps to paint anddecorate.

GameZone2.15–3.45pmIdea Store WhitechapelPlay on the latest Wii orPlaystation games andmeet new friends.

Paint a HieroglyphicCanvas2–4pmIdea Store BowLook through books onAncient Egypt and paintyour own hieroglyphiccanvas.

Tues, July 28Story Shaping (part 1) 2-4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetLearn the craft of writing agreat story by firstlistening to one. Ourstoryteller will take you ona magical journey with theuse of rhythm and props.

Weds, July 29,Aug 5, 19 & 26

Nintendo Wii Games2–4pmIdea Store BowPlay Nintendo Wii withfriends and family.

A Picture says aThousand Words...2-4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetRead a few pages of yourfavourite fantasy book,then, create a storyboardof events.

Weds, July 29Recycled Fashion Show10.30am–4pmBethnal Green Gardens,Cambridge Heath Road,E2.Make a costume out ofrecycled clothes andmaterials in the morningworkshop, then at 2.30pmenter the fashion showcompetition.7510 2954 or 8533 2057


Fri, July 31Open Mic Event7–9pmIdea Store Canary WharfShowcase your talent andgain experience inperformance with supportfrom XStream EastAcademy. Sponsored byFind Your Talent.

Sun, Aug 2Underage FestivalUnder-18sDoors open 11amVictoria ParkMusic festival strictly forunder-18s plusopportunities for localyoung people to perform.Bars serving soft drinksonly.Tickets £26.50 plusbooking feewww.underagefestivals.com


Special AncientAdventure Kidzone1.30–3pmIdea Store BowRoll up to our Kidzone andimmerse yourself inancient adventures.

Mon–Fri, Aug 3–7Tennis Coaching CoursesTennis coaching for ages13-16. See page 46 fordetails.


Mon, Aug 3GameZone2.15–3.45pmIdea Store WhitechapelPlay on the latest Wii orPlaystation games andmeet new friends.

Placemat Pizzazz2–3.30pmCubitt Town LibraryPaint, decorate andpersonalise a placematand coaster.

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Key

Idea Stores

Leisure Centres

Libraries

Brady Arts Centre

DLR

Tube

River & canals

Parks

Map and

Addresses

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Map // 25

1. Idea Store Bow 7364 4332Gladstone Place,Bow, E3

2. Idea Store CanaryWharf 7364 4332Churchill Place, Isle of Dogs, E14

3. Idea Store ChrispStreet 7364 4332Vesey Path, Poplar,E14

4. Idea Store Whitechapel7364 4332Whitechapel HighStreet, E1

1. John Orwell SportsCentre7488 9421Tench Street, Wapping,E1W

2. St George's Pools7709 9714221 The Highway, Wapping, E1W

3. Tiller Leisure Centre7987 5211Tiller Road, Isle of Dogs,E14

4. Whitechapel SportsCentre7247 753855 Durward Street,Whitechapel, E1

5. York Hall LeisureCentre8980 2243 Old Ford Road, Bethnal Green, E2

6. Mile End Park LeisureCentre 8709 4420190 Burdett Road, Mile End, E3

7. Langdon Park LeisureCentre7987 357535 Byron Street, Poplar, E14

8. Mile End Park Stadium8980 1885Rhodeswell Road, E14

1. Bethnal Green Library8980 3902Cambridge Heath Road,Bethnal Green, E2

2. Cubitt Town Library7987 3152Strattondale Street,Isle of Dogs, E14

3. Watney Market Library7790 403930-32 Watney Market,Stepney, E1

Idea Storeswww.ideastore.co.uk

Sports & LeisureCentreswww.gll.org

Librarieswww.ideastore.co.uk

Brady Arts andCommunity Centre192–196 Hanbury Street,Whitechapel, E17364 7900

Arts Venuewww.towerhamletsarts. org.uk

Tues, Aug 4Story Shaping (part 2) 2–4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetWrite different parts ofyour own story each week.Then swap it withsomeone else andcontinue. At the end youhave a very unique story.


Thurs, Aug 6Comic Book and MangaGroup2.30–3.30pmIdea Store WhitechapelDiscuss your favouritesand create your own.

Fri, Aug 7Girls Allowed!: JewelleryMaking4.15–5.45pmIdea Store WhitechapelLearn how to make anecklace, bracelet orearrings with glass andwooden beads.

Pebble Dogs2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfChoose your pebble andmake a pet, for ages 6-16.

Sun, Aug 9Infinity and Beyond ArtSession2–4pm

Idea Store Canary WharfCreate a lunar landscape,aliens or rockets usingrecycled materials, thendisplay your work in thestore window.

Mon–Tues, Aug 10–18Bollywood Dance (AQAaccredited)Brady Arts Centre, 192-196Hanbury Street, E1Ages 13-19Dance course fusing Indianclassical, folk-bhangra,Latino & hip-hop/funkstyles with Bollywood.7247 7900 to book7364 7906 for more details

Mon–Fri, Aug 10–14Tennis Coaching CoursesTennis coaching for ages13-16. See page 46 fordetails


Catwalk ModellingBrady Arts Centre, 192-196Hanbury Street, E1Ages 16-19Practical insight into theworld of modelling. Learnabout posture,performance and therelationship betweenmodels and designers.Model collections createdby Fashion Academystudents.7247 7900 to book7364 7908 for more details

Mon, Aug 10Take Away Portrait2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfLearn to draw your ownportrait, for ages 4-14.


Weds, Aug 12Canary Quest Magazine2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfHelp put together themagazine with drawingsand book reviews, for ages8–16.


Fri, Aug 14Girls Allowed!: DesignAcademy4.15–5.45pmIdea Store WhitechapelDesign your dreambedroom with photos,collage and drawing.

Silk Painting with VickyKeeble2–4pmCubitt Town LibraryCreate and paint a designon silk.

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Sun, Aug 16Infinity and Beyond ArtSession2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfCreate a lunar landscape,aliens or rockets usingrecycled materials thendisplay your work in thestore window.

Mon–Fri, Aug 17–21Tennis Coaching CoursesTennis coaching for ages13-16.See page 45 for details.

Mon, Aug 17GameZone2.15–3.45pmIdea Store WhitechapelPlay on the latest Wii orPlaystation games andmeet new friends.

Warlocks CartoonWorkshop2–3pm or 3–4pmWatney Market LibraryLearn to draw cartoons ofwarlocks and witches.Limited tickets availablefrom 12noon.

Tues, Aug 18Quest Seekers T-shirtPrinting2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfFind a great picture andprint it on a T-shirt.

Story shaping (part 3) 2-4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetWrite different parts ofyour own story each week.Then swap it with

someone else andcontinue. At the end youhave a very unique story!


Fri, Aug 21Girls Allowed!: Fashions of the Future4.15–5.45pmIdea Store WhitechapelUse fabrics, paints andpaper to draw your owndesigns.

Open Mic Event7–9pmIdea Store WhitechapelShowcase your talent andgain experience inperformance with supportfrom XStream EastAcademy. Sponsored byFind Your Talent.

Sun, Aug 23Access Sport1–5pmVictoria Park, Grove Road,E3Twenty community sportsclubs put on activities forages 8-19 to try differentsports. Freewww.accesssport.co.uk

Infinity and Beyond ArtSession2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfCreate a lunar landscape,aliens or rockets usingrecycled materials, then

display your work in thestore window.

Mon–Fri, Aug 24–28Tennis Coaching CoursesTennis coaching for ages13-16. See page 46 fordetails.

Mon, Aug 24Art Afternoon2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfCome along with friends.



Wii Love Mind Games2-4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetBattle it out on theNintendo Wii, solvepuzzles and play interactivequizzes.

Tues, Aug 25Story Shaping (part 4) 2-4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetWrite different parts ofyour own story each week.Then swap it withsomeone else andcontinue. At the end youhave a very unique story.

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Weds, Aug 26Henna Hands2.30–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfHave a henna design onyour hand, for ages 6-16.

Harry Potter OrigamiWorkshop2-4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetCreate origami models ofyour favourite Harry Pottercharacters using colouredpaper.


Groovy Glass Paintingwith Vicky Keeble2–4pmCubitt Town LibraryPaint and decorate a glassornament to take home.

Fri, Aug 28Silk Painting with VickyKeeble2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfCreate and paint a designon silk, for ages 5–16.

Sat, Aug 29Quest Seekers Knightsand Princesses FancyDress Party2–3.30pmCubitt Town LibraryTreasure hunt, crafts,refreshments and fun.

Open all summer

Urban Adventure Base

150 Burdett Road, MileEnd Park, E3Free

Mons, 5.30-8.30pm.Join the Siblings Groupand Duke of EdinburghAward Group for a rangeof activities.

Tues, 4-8pm.Try our water-basedactivities, includingkayaking, canoeing andraft building.

Weds, 4-8pmTry out our 'wheel'-basedactivities and have a go atBMX-ing, mountain bikingand skateboarding.

Thurs, 4-6.30pmGirls-only activitiesincluding archery, biking,climbing, cooking, art andphotography.

Parental consent requiredfor ages 13-18.7364 0925

Also daily Summer University activities. For details seewww.summeruni.org or tel 7247 7900.

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Positive Activities for Young People (PAYP)

Positive Activities for Young People (PAYP)Programme

PAYP aims to enhance thedevelopment of youngpeople, targeting ages 8 to19 (priority given to 13–19)who are identified as beingnot in educationemployment or training(NEET) or at risk of crime,anti-social behaviour,truancy or social exclusion.The scheme enables themto become involved inpositive activities duringthe school holidays.

The PAYP summerprogrammes offer a rangeof activities across theborough, including sports,arts and craft, streetdance, crime reductionworkshops, footballcoaching, residential, ITand media training, daytrips and specialeducational needsprojects. Most of theactivities offeraccreditation,empowerment, skillsdevelopment andconfidence-building.

PAYP offers participantssupport throughout theyear through its key

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workers team. If you are ayoung person who wouldlike to take part in any ofthe programmes, or if youwish to refer a youngperson to a programme,you can contact our keyworkers or visit them atFutures Connexions. Youcan also contact theproviders directly on thecontact details listed.

Key workers teamRob Gibson, Dawn Badleyand Steven WeeksFutures Connexions, 35Bow Road, E3 Tel: 8983 3535Fax: 8983 1804Email:[email protected]

Summer ProjectStifford TJRS CommunityCentre Fri, July 14–Sat, Aug 2911am–5pm2-6 Cressey Place, E1Board games, anti-socialbehaviour workshops,photography, art, footballtournament, swimming.Day trips to seaside, fruitfarm, London Zoo, LondonAquarium and ScienceMuseum.7790 3632

Fashion and TextilesSummer AcademyA Team ArtsMon, July 20–Fri, Aug 21 10am-4pmBrady Centre, HanburyStreet, E1Introduction to the fashionindustry, exploring designand textiles application.7364 7912

Somali Education &Cultural ProjectTues, July 21–Sun, Aug 3010am-3pmDavenant Centre, 179/181Whitechapel Road, E1Workshops on drugmisuse, anti-socialbehaviour, healthy eatingand exercise. Ice skating,canoeing, swimming,football, trip to Broadstairs.7790 7105

Somali Employment &Training ProjectTues, July 21–Sun, Aug 3010am-3pmThe Tab Centre, 18-20Hackney Road, E2Workshops on drugmisuse, anti-socialbehaviour, healthy eatingand exercise. Ice skating,canoeing, swimming,football, trip to Broadstairs.7729 4049

Ocean SomaliCommunity AssociationTues, July 21–Sun, Aug 3010.30am–4pmRailway Arches, 420-421Burdett Road, E3Workshops on drugmisuse, culturalawareness, healthy eatingand exercise. Football,community sports day andtrip to Degmo Farm,Wales.7987 5833

The Rooted ForumWeds, July 22–Sun, Aug 232-9pmSt George's Town Hall, 236Cable Street, E1Sports, outdoor activitiesand workshops.7702 7540PAYP

Activities & events

throughout summer

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Ocean Youth Connexionsspecial educational needsprojectThurs, July 23–Sun, Aug 1611am–5pmStepping Stones Farm,Stepney Way, E1Accredited sports courses,day trips and workshops.07956 907379

Streets of GrowthThurs, July 23–Fri, Aug 21All day - variousKingsley Hall, Powis Road,E3 Dance/vocals and variousarts and sports activities.8983 0840 or 8980 0050

Alpha GroveThurs, July 23–Mon, Aug 31All day - variousAlpha Grove CommunityCentre, Isle of Dogs, E14(some activities off site)Sports activities,workshops and trainingcourses.7538 1714

RathboneThurs, July 23–Mon, Aug31All day - various3rd floor, WhitechapelTechnology Centre, 75Whitechapel Road, E1Healthy eating workshops,first aid course and drivingtheory.7539 3484 or 07917616015 or 07917 616016

New StepThurs, July 23–Fri, Aug 319am–5pm1st Floor, Attlee House, 28

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Commercial Street, E1First aid and customerservice training courses.7247 7377

Summer FlavaOld Ford HousingAssociationFri, July 24 – Fri, Aug 1412–6pmEastside Youth Centre, 62Parnell Road, E3Recording studio, streetdance, visits to artscultural projects,makeovers (clothes andmake-up) cookery, self-defence, sports,swimming.8983 9040

Streets of GrowthFri, July 24 – Weds, Aug 2611am–8pmKingsley Hall, Powis Road,E3Enterprise arts activitiesincluding fine art anddesign, textiles and T-shirtgraffiti, street dance, songwriting, recording skills,performance skills, sports.8980 0050

Weavers AdventurePlaygroundWeds, July 24–Fri, Aug 2811am–6pmViaduct Street, E2Adventure play, arts &crafts, healthy eatingworkshops, camp building,indoor/outdoor sports,visits to museums andactivity centres.7729 1295

Newark YouthFri, July 24–Fri, Aug 2811am–4pmLuke House CommunityRoom, Bigland Street, E1Arts and crafts, pool, table

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tennis, board andcomputer games, football,badminton, swimming.Visits to Mudchute Farm,Museum of London, tenpin bowling plus others.07957 253680

Whitechapel YouthProjectWeds, July 24–Fri, Aug 289am–5pmWhitechapel Centre, Unit4, Myrdle Street, E1Health and fitness, conflictresolution andmanagement workshop,trips to Shadwell Basin,Stubbers activity centre,bowling, ice-skating,cinema and swimming.07956 211526

Film making courseAlpha Grove CommunityTrustWeds, July 24–Fri, Aug 281–5pmAlpha Grove, E14Developing a script,directing, filming andacting, dance, music, DJskills, drama and sports.7538 1714

Haileybury SpecialEducational NeedsProjectSat, July 25–Sat, Aug 22(Fri, Sat & Sun only)10am–5pmHaileybury Centre, BenJonson Road, E1Swimming, picnics,rounders, bowling, visit tosafari park.7791 4830

Summer ProgrammeSt Peter's Community &Advice CentreSat, July 25–Weds, Aug 2610am-6pm

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St Peter's NorthCommunity Centre, 2Marian Place, E2Arts and crafts, IT, tabletennis, pool and tablefootball, trips to ShadwellBasin, parks, Woburn WildLife Park, Kew Gardens,and cinema.7739 8024

Shadow Youth AllianceSat, July 25–Mon, Aug 31All day - variousTHCH, Unit 3&4, ConnettHouse, 1 Teesdale Street,E2 (some activities off site)Numeracy and literacy, andarts activities.07958 046066 or 07944 955599

JMC Boys SummerProjectJunior Muslim CircleSun, July 26–Sun, Aug 910am–4pmJMC, Youth Lounge, 82-92Whitechapel Road, E1Workshops on anti-socialbehaviour, bullying, drugand alcohol misuse, sportsday and barbecue,bowling. Trips to ScienceMuseum, 3D cinema, lasershooting.7650 3027

Detached Summer Time OutOld Ford HousingAssociationMon, July 27–Fri, Aug 73–6pm73 Usher Road, E3Food and hygiene course,sexual health andrelationship, self-defenceclasses, skating, bowling,swimming, learn to drive,cinema.07977 285272

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XSE Academy - specialeducational needs projectMon, July 27–Fri, Aug 7All day - variousSt George's Town Hall, 236 Cable Street, E1Digital media workshops.7702 8696 or 07956 910083

XSE Academy – girls projectMon, July 27–Fri, Aug 7All day - variousSt George's Town Hall, 236 Cable Street, E1Radio production. 7702 8696 or 07956 910083

Ocean SomaliCommunity AssociationMon, July 27–Fri, Aug 711am–4pmMile End Park, E3First aid training plussports and healthworkshops.7987 5833

Whitechapel YouthProjectMon, July 27–Sun, Aug 9All day - variousWhitechapel Centre,

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Myrdle St, E1 (someactivities off site)Sports leaders awardcourse and a residential.7377 5930

Soccer CoachingAcorn FCMon, July 27–Fri, Aug1411am–4pmMile End Leisure Centre,Burdett Road, E3Soccer training andrecreational coaching drillsfacilitated by FA qualifiedsoccer coaches.07956 680029

Poplar Boys & GirlsPoplar HarcaMon, July 27–Fri, Aug 14All day - variousLangdon Park School,Byron Street, E14 (someactivities off site)DJ music and urban danceworkshops, footballcoaching and residential.7005 0706

The Wellbeing TeamMon, July 27–Thurs, Aug 2010am–4pm14 Mariners Mews, E14 Bodyworks course

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(aromatherapy, massage,exercise, nutrition), andone week of Bodyworksspecial educational needsproject.07886 974988

Whitechapel YouthProjectMon, July 27–Fri, Aug 219am–5pmWhitechapel Centre, Unit 4, Myrdle Street, E1Health and fitness, hennaart, healthy eating andcooking, swimming, YorkHall spa session. Trips toStubbers activity centre,bowling, cinema, fruitpicking and Margate.07956 211526

Haileybury YouthMon July 27–Fri, Aug 21All day - variousHaileybury Centre, BenJonson Road, E1 (someactivities off site)Sports activities and aresidential.7791 4830

Malmesbury CommunityprojectsMon July 27–Fri, Aug 2110am–5pmCaxton Hall, Caxton Grove,Malmesbury Road, E3 Cycle training, first aidcourse and workshops.8880 7032

Shadwell Basin OutdoorActivity CentreMon, July 27–Fri, Aug 2110.30am–4.30pm3-4 Shadwell Pierhead,Glamis Road, E1WSailing, canoeing, kayaking,climbing, high ropes

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course, climbing trips tosandstone outcrops inSouth East.7481 4210

Summer ActivitiesCulloden BangladeshiParents AssociationMon, July 27- Fri, Aug 2110am–4pm49-51 Aberfeldy Street,Poplar, E14Table tennis, pool, boardgames, outdoor sportsactivities, swimming,cinema, bowling, trips toBritish Museum.7987 3505

Ensign Youth ClubMon, July 27–Thurs, Aug 272.30–5.30pmc/o Bishop ChallonerCatholic School, HardingeStreet, E1Sports activities andtournaments, IT training,driving theory practice,creative arts, healthy livingworkshops and cookery,barbecue. Trips to thecinema.07940 550934

Summer SchemeTeviot Action Group Mon, July 27–Fri, Aug 288am–6pmTeviot Community Centre,Wyvis Street, E14Badge making,indoor/outdoor games,personal developmentskills, cinema, ice skating,bowling, trips to EppingForest, London Aquarium,Paradise Park.7531 6171

Martineau EstateSummer ProgrammeMon, July 27–Fri, Aug 2810am–5pmMartineau Youth Club, off

Lukin Street, E1Workshops on sexualhealth, drugs and joyriding. Arts and crafts,swimming, cinema,bowling, fruit picking andtrip to Stubbers ActivityCentre.07961 740684

Splash Youth ProgrammeMon, July 27–Fri, Aug 2810am–5pmThe Workhouse LeisureCentre, Poplar HighStreet/Woodstock Terrace,E14Drugs and sexual healthworkshop, Duke ofEdinburgh Award scheme,music workshop, graffitiarts, football coaching,games consolecompetitions, learn todrive.7093 0952

Young People'sCommunity Radio showMon, July 27–Fri, Aug 282–6pmXSE AcademySt George's Town Hall, 236 Cable Street, E1Radio broadcast project foryoung people. Freerecording and studiosessions available.07956 910083

Sports Network Council Mon, July 27–Sat, Aug 2910am–5pmWhitechapel Centre, Unit4, Myrdle Street, E1Arts and crafts,photography, danceclasses, yoga, swimming,visits to theatre andheritage sites.7247 8787

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Redcoat Youth ProjectMon, July 27–Fri, Aug 2810am–5pmSt George's Town Hall, 236Cable Street, E1Workshops on sexualhealth, drugs and joyriding, arts and crafts,swimming, cinema,bowling, fruit picking andtrip to Stubbers ActivityCentre.07961 740684

Summer Programme George Green’s SchoolMon, July 27–Fri, Aug 2810am–6pmSt Andrew's Wharf, MastHouse Terrace, BrittaniaRoad, E14Pool, football, volunteering,visit to a prison tounderstand what prison lifeis like.7516 0135

Summer ProgrammeGeorge Green’s SchoolMon, July 27–Fri, Aug 2810am–6pmCafé Vert, George Green'sSchool, 100 ManchesterRoad, E14Arts, crafts, jewellerymaking, silk painting,sewing, knitting, sports,dance, self-defence,cookery.7987 6032

E14 Summer Project(complex needs)George Green’s School Mon, July 27–Fri, Aug 2810am–3pm George Green's School,100 Manchester Road, E14Hydro pool, multi sports,Nintendo Wii, cinema trips,green adventures, sportsin local open spaces.7001 9402

Arts ProjectsBijoy Youth GroupMon, July 27–Fri, Aug 2810am–3pm2/4 Boulcott Street, E1Art projects, 5-a-sidefootball, cricket, go-karting.7702 8830

Summer Feast of FunActivity SchemeEast London Somali Youth& Welfare Centre Mon, July 27–Fri, Aug 2810am–4pmChicksand Friendly Club,255-347 Hanbury Street,E1Indoor sports and games,arts and crafts, IT,discussion groups,sailing/water sports,swimming, go-karting, tripsto museums, HamptonCourt Palace and ThorpePark.7247 8488

Summer Feast of Fun forYoung Somali WomenEast London Somali Youthand Welfare CentreMon, July 27–Fri, Aug 2810am–4pmChicksand Friendly Club,255-347 Hanbury Street,E1Indoor sports and games,arts and crafts, IT,discussion groups,sailing/water sports,swimming, go karting, tripsto museums, HamptonCourt Palace and ThorpePark.7247 8488

St Hilda's EastCommunity CentreMon, July 27–Fri, Aug 28All day - various18 Club Row, E2 (someactivities off site)Arts, sports, accredited

learning, health andpersonal developmentworkshops.7739 8066

Step ForwardMon, July 27–Fri, Aug 2811am–6pm234 Bethnal Green Road,E2Personal development andhealthier lifestylesworkshops.7739 3082

Collingwood TenantsResidents AssociationMon July 27–Fri, Aug 28All day - variousCollingwood Hall,Collingwood Street, E1(some activities off site)Various health workshopsand outdoor sportsactivities.7375 2791 or07985 126839

Boundary CommunitySchoolTues, July 28–Weds, Aug 1920 Club Row, E210am-5pmICT, internet access,football, barbecue plus daytrips to Royal Observatory,Greenwich and Brighton.7739 7678

Thames Gateway LondonPartnershipTues, July 28–Fri, Aug 28All day - variousAttlee Centre, 5 ThrawlStreet, E1 & OsmaniCentre, Vallance Road, E1(some activities off site)

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Multi-indoor sports activities, day trips andoutdoor activities.7673 4726 or 07718 964436

Surjamuki Disabled YouthProjectTues, July 28–Sun, Aug 3011am–6pmSt Hilda's East CommunityCentre, 18 Club Row, E2Sports and fitness training,digital arts and media,issue-based workshops,career development,swimming, day trips toWindsor Safari Park andKew Gardens.7739 8066 (ext 113)

St. Hilda's - Boys ProjectTues, July 28–Sun, Aug 3011am–6pmSt Hilda's East CommunityCentre, 18 Club Row, E2Sports and fitness training,digital arts and media,issue-based workshops,career development,swimming, day trips toWindsor Safari Park andKew Gardens.7739 8066 (ext 113)

Summer ProjectThames BengaliAssociationMon, Aug 3–Thurs, Aug 1310am–2pmShadwell Centre, 455 TheHighway, E1Board games, arts andcrafts, football tournament,visits to museums andGreenwich RoyalObservatory.07985 177282

Wapping Youth Bishop ChallonerMon, Aug 3–Fri, Aug14All day - various

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Wapping Youth Centre,Tench Street, E1W (someactivities off site)Workshops, fun activitiesand residential.7488 4065

SplashMon, Aug 3–Sun, Aug16All day - variousThe Workhouse LeisureCentre, Poplar High Street,E14 Sports/fun activities.7093 0952

Newark Youth LondonMon, Aug 3–Sat, Aug 29All day - variousMinerva CommunityCentre, 10 Minerva Street,E2 (some activities off site)Sports training, workshopsand fun activities.07957 253680

Aberfeldy ActivitiesPoplar HarcaMon, Aug 3–Fri, Aug 28All day - variousAberfeldy NeighbourhoodCentre, E14Street dance, music,indoor activities andresidential.07957 312768

Boundary CommunitySchoolMon, Aug 3–Fri, Aug 1410am–5pm20 Club Row, E2IT training sessions,workshops and funactivities.7739 7678PAYP

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Summer ActivitiesCommunity of Refugeesfrom Vietnam - EastLondonMon, Aug 3–Fri, Aug 2110am–4pmDockland SettlementCentre, 197 East FerryRoad, E14Indoor sports and games,arts and crafts, cooking, IT,dance and dramaworkshops,sailing/kayaking,swimming, ice-skating,trips to seaside andadventure parks.7538 4986

Summer ActivitiesBYM Bangladesh YouthMovement Women'sCentre of ExcellenceMon, Aug 3–Fri, Aug 2810am–5pmUnit 1, WhitechapelCentre, Myrdle Street, E1Workshops on sexualhealth, obesity, infertilityamongst others. Danceand drama, IT skills,cooking, swimming, tripsto parks and art galleries.7377 8668

JMC Girls SummerProjectJunior Muslim Circle Sat, Aug 8–Sat, Aug 2210am–4pmJMC, Youth Lounge, 82-92Whitechapel Road, E1Workshops on anti-socialbehaviour, bullying, drugand alcohol misuse, sportsday and barbecue,bowling. Trips to ScienceMuseum, 3D cinema.7650 3027

City GatewayMon, Aug 10–Fri, Aug 21All day - variousLimehouse Youth Centre,

Limehouse Causeway, E14various accredited sportscourses and outdooractitivies.07771 870652 or 7531 6199

Village Club Bishop ChallonerTues, Aug 11–Fri, Aug 21All day - variousSt George's Town Hall, 236Cable Street, E1Healthy bites course andfootball course.07961 740684PAYP

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Weekends in JulyA Season of BanglaDramaDoors open 6.30pm for7pmBrady Arts Centre, 192 -196 Hanbury Street, E1Seventh annual Bengalidrama festival showcasingcontemporary andtraditional theatre.Ticket prices vary7364 7906 or 7375 1320

Sun–Fri, July 5–1710th Rainbow FilmFestivalGenesis Cinema, Rich Mix,Museum of LondonDocklands, Bethnal GreenTraining Centre & BradyArts CentreMixture of contemporaryand classical films fromAsian [email protected] www.rainbowfilmfestival.co.uk

Thurs, July 9HoT House6–9pmThe Space, 269 WestferryRoad, E14Performances by young

people from House ofTalent workshops and localyouth groups.7364 7912 for info aboutperforming & tickets.

Sat &?Sun, July 18 &19Lovebox WeekenderVictoria Park Family-friendly programmeof classic and new music,live theatre, circusperformance, funfairs,cabaret and al fresco foodhavens.Tickets £42.50 / £75 plusbooking feewww.loveboxweekender.com

Sat, July 18Recycle Puppet Making1–4pmBethnal Green Gardens,Cambridge Heath Road,E2.Join the park rangersmaking puppets fromrecycled materials.7510 2954 or 8533 2057

Quest Seekers LaunchFamily Fun Day.10am–4pmIdea Store Whitechapel2009 summer readingscheme starts withactivities throughout theday for all the family. Seein store for details.


Join Up, Join In9am–12.30pm & 1.30–5pm

Cubitt Town LibrarySign up for the QuestSeekers summer readingchallenge and get yourcollectors poster andmembership card.

Sun, July 19A Team Arts FashionAnatomy Catwalk Show Shoreditch Festival,Shoreditch ParkCatwalk show by fashionstudents inspired by thetheme of the human body.7364 7911 or visitwww.shoreditchfestival.org.uk

Fri, July 24Mike Belgrave Entertains2 –3pmCubitt Town LibraryWith magic, songs, funand balloons.

Dragon Designs2–3.30pmIdea Store Canary WharfMake your own QuestSeekers dragon to takehome, for ages 5-10.

Quest Seekers OpeningChapter2-4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetJoin us for the beginningof this mystical journey!Meet Cadmus, thegatekeeper who willintroduce the challengesthat await the QuestSeekers!

Sat, July 25Mile End Community FairMile End ParkCelebrating the borough's

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rich cultural offerings withstalls, children’s activitiesand fairground rides.Free

Quest Seekers LaunchParty11am-4pmIdea Store BowAn exciting day filled withfun activities to kickstartyour journey to completingthe summer readingchallenge.

Sun, July 26Station House OperaDominoesVictoria Park WestThousands of concrete‘dominoes’ create amoving sculpture along a15-kilometre route throughthe five host boroughs ofthe London 2012 Olympicand Paralympic Games,brought to life byperformances. Part ofCREATE09. Free.www.dominoes2009.com

Mystery Movie Club1-3pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetEnjoy a family film on thebig screen. We’ll eventhrow in some popcorn!

Mon, July 27Paint a HieroglyphicCanvas2–4pmIdea Store BowLook through books onAncient Egypt and paintyour own hieroglyphiccanvas.

Tues, July 28

Dinosaur Woodcraft2–4pmIdea Store BowGo back in time with ourdinosaur books collectionand design your owndinosaur.

Quest Seekers’ Quiz: Eco-warrior Wars2.30–3.30pm Idea Store WhitechapelIf you think you know yourstuff about being a friendof the earth then put yourknowledge to the test.

Weds, July 29Nintendo Wii Games2–4pmIdea Store BowPlay Nintendo Wii withfriends and family.7364 5771/5776

Teddy Bears Picnic11am–12noonIdea Store Canary WharfJoin the fun - and don’tforget your teddy, for ages3–8.

Thurs, July 30Family Play Day11am–4pmFord Square, E1Play Association tent withactivities for families andchildren under 11,including face painting,mask making, jewellerymaking, T-shirt painting,pottery, board games andbouncy castles. Free www.spitalfieldsha.co.uk

Make a Giant DinosaurCollage2–4pmIdea Store BowHelp construct a giant

dinosaur collage withfriends and family.

Quest Seekers DragonProject2-5pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetCreate different parts of adragon each week usingrecycled materials andpaper maché. Thecompleted dragon will beon show at the closingceremony.

Fri, July 31Film Friday2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfCheck in store forchildren’s film listings.Family Film2–4pmIdea Store BowFamily films bursting withancient adventures. 7364 5771/5776

Movie: Wall-E (Cert U)2–4pmIdea Store Whitechapel

After humans leave Earthonly tiny robot Wall-E andhis pet cockroach are leftto clean up the mess. Butnot for long…

Dinodragon2–3.30pmCubitt Town Library Make and decorate aQuest SeekersDinodragon.

Sat, Aug 1Make Your own Mummy2–4pmIdea Store BowFind out how Egyptiansunderwent mummificationand have a go at makingyour own mummy.

Sun, Aug 2East End CommunityFestivalPoplar Recreational Park,Hale Street, E1411.30am–6pmCelebrate the East Endwith live entertainment,stalls and activities for allthe family.Free

Museum of ChildhoodSummer Festival11.30am–4.30pmV&A Museum ofChildhood, Bethnal GreenLive music, dance andstreet performances plusoutdoor games and arts &crafts. Free.www.museumofchildhood.org.uk

Infinity and Beyond ArtSession2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfCreate a lunar landscape,

aliens or rockets usingrecycled materials, thendisplay your work in thestore window.


Mon, Aug 3Placemat Pizzazz2–3.30pmCubitt Town LibraryPaint, decorate andpersonalise a placematand coaster.

Design Pirates’ Hats, EyePatches & Masks2–4pmIdea Store BowGet engrossed in highseas adventures andfashion your personalisedpirate hat, eye patches andmasks.

Tues, Aug 4Make a Pirate Flag andDesign a Treasure Map2-4pmIdea Store BowListen to the story ofTreasure Island andcompose your own pirateflag and treasure map.

Weds, Aug 5Summer Sports Day1–3pmAround Poplar Children’sCentre, 115 Three ColtStreet, E14 (in CyrilJackson Schoolplayground).Lots of activities and fun

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races for children andparents.7364 0540.

MyNewt Monsters2.30–3.30pmIdea Store Canary WharfMr Creepy Crawly visitswith his mini-beastcollection.

Thurs, Aug 6Make Your own TreasureChest2–4pmIdea Store BowListen to Pirate Princessand fashion your owntreasure chest.

Potty Painting with VickyKeeble2–4pmCubitt Town LibraryDecorate a plant pot, thenplant a flower to takehome.


Fri, Aug 7Funky Faces2–3.30pmCubitt Town LibraryFace painting and maskmaking session.

Movie: Madagascar -Escape 2 Africa (Cert PG)2–4pmIdea Store Whitechapel

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Watch Alex and friends asthey head for New Yorkbut end up in Africa.

Family Film2–4pmIdea Store BowEnjoy a swashbucklingpirate-themed film.

Sat, Aug 8Design a Pirate Swordand Hook2–4pmIdea Store BowDevise a personalisedpirate sword and hook andtake part in a reading ofTreasure Island.

Sun, Aug 9Infinity and Beyond Artsession2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfCreate a lunar landscape,aliens or rockets usingrecycled materials, thendisplay your work in thestore window.

Special Pirates Kidzone1.30–3pmIdea Store BowCome aboard and learnabout life on the HighSeas.


Mon, Aug 10Make Your Own Wings2–4pmIdea Store Bow

Fly into the world offantasy and mythicalcreatures by making yourown distinctive wings.

Tues, Aug 11Quest Seekers’ Quiz: FunReads, Fable and FairyTales2.30–3.30pm Idea Store WhitechapelMyths, legends andfairytale fun. Bring yourfriends and family.

Make a Witch’s orWizard’s Hat2–4pmIdea Store BowStop off at Hogwarts andlisten to Harry Potter, thendesign a magical hat.

Weds, Aug 12Hog Tails – a Twisty Talefrom the Royal Armouries10am–12noon & 2-4pmIdea Store BowUsing the iconic status ofthe White Tower and theimpact Henry VIII had onLondon, this workshopinvolves storytelling and a‘build your tower’ craftactivity, sponsored by FindYour Talent.

East India Children’sCentre Summer Fun Day10am–12pmSt Matthias CommunityCentre, 113 Poplar HighStreet, E14Lots to do on climbingframes, soft play area,bikes and more. 7364 0450

Thurs, Aug 13Design a Fairy Peg Doll2–4pmIdea Store BowEnjoy a fantasy read andcraft your own enchantingfairy.


Fri, Aug 14Silk Painting with VickyKeeble2–4pmCubitt Town LibraryCreate and paint a designon silk.

Movie: Bedtime Stories(Cert PG)2–4pmIdea Store WhitechapelAdam Sandler plays ahandyman whose lifechanges when the bedtimestories he tells start tomagically come true.

Mike Belgrave Entertains2–3.30pmIdea Store Canary WharfSongs, fun and stretchyballoons with popularchildren’s entertainer.

Family Film2-4pmIdea Store BowA film with fantasy andmythical creatures.

Sat, Aug 15Design an Ogre Mask2–4pmIdea Store BowRead Ogre Downstairsthen design an ogre mask.



Mon, Aug 17Crumbs!2–3pmCubitt Town LibraryIce and decorate biscuitsand cakes, then eat them.

Biscuit Bonanza2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfIce and decorate yourbiscuits, then eat them.

Tues, Aug 18Quest Seekers T-shirtPrinting2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfFind a great picture andprint it on a T-shirt.

Hog Tails – a Twisty Talefrom the Royal Armouries10am-12noon & 2–4pm

Cubitt Town LibraryUsing the iconic status ofthe White Tower and theimpact Henry VIII had onLondon, this workshopinvolves storytelling and a‘build your tower’ craftactivity. Sponsored by FindYour Talent.

Quest Seekers’ Quiz:Blast From The Past2.30–3.30pm Idea Store WhitechapelTravel into the past withour quiz for all the family.

Weds, Aug 19Hog Tails – a Twisty Talefrom the Royal Armouries10am–12noon & 2-4pmIdea Store Canary WharfUsing the iconic status ofthe White Tower and theimpact Henry VIII had onLondon, this workshopinvolves storytelling and a‘build your tower’ craftactivity. Sponsored by FindYour Talent.

Rat-a-tat-tat3-4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetJactito Theatre Companytake you on a journeythrough the jungle,meeting monsters anddragons on the way.

Fri, Aug 21Movie: Back To TheFuture (Cert PG)2–4pmIdea Store WhitechapelWhen Marty McFlyaccidentally travelsthrough time he ends upmeeting his own parentswhen they were teenagers- and the trouble has onlyjust begun!

Family Film2–4pmIdea Store BowWatch an all-time favouritespy film.



Mon, Aug 24Art Afternoon2–4pmIdea Store Canary WharfCome along with friends.

Make a Recycled Robot2–4pmIdea Store BowConstruct an eco-friendlyrobot made out of recycleditems.

Tues, Aug 25Make an Alien Mask2-4pmIdea Store BowScare your friends withyour alien mask. Immerseyourself in Doctor Whoand Sarah Jane Adventurestories for inspiration.

Quest Seekers’ Quiz:Questions, Riddles andPuzzles Galore2.30–3.30pm

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Idea Store WhitechapelLast chance to win ourfantastic family quiz.

Weds, Aug 26Hog Tails – a Twisty Talefrom the Royal Armouries10am-12noon & 2-4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetUsing the iconic status ofthe White Tower and theimpact Henry VIII had onLondon, this workshopinvolves storytelling and a‘build your tower’ craftactivity

Thurs, Aug 27Quest Seekers Party2-4pmWatney Market LibraryCelebrate the end of afantastic, magical quest.Fancy dress gets a prize.

Futuristic Toys2-4pmIdea Store BowMake your own futuristictoys.

Quest Seekers dragonproject2-5pm

Idea Store Chrisp StreetCreate different parts of adragon each week usingrecycled materials andpaper maché. Thecompleted dragon will beon show at the closingceremony.

Fri, Aug 28Family Film2-4pmIdea Store BowSpace adventures on thebig screen.

Movie: The Tale OfDespereaux (Cert U)2–4pmIdea Store WhitechapelSmall hero, big heart. Thetale of an unlikely littlehero and his friends.

Sat & Sun,Aug 29 & 30

Vyner Street Festival12–10pm (subject tolicence)Vyner Street, E2Two days of 60s thememusic, local bands,classical music, children’s

activities, art galleries andstalls. [email protected]

Sat , Aug 29Quest Seekers Knightsand Princesses FancyDress Party2–3.30pmCubitt Town LibraryTreasure hunt, crafts,refreshments and fun foreveryone.

Summer Reading SchemePresentation11am-4pmIdea Store BowCelebrate the end of QuestSeekers at a day ofactivities, receive medalsand goodies forcompleting the challenge.

Quest Seekers Finale10am – 4pmIdea Store Chrisp StreetCelebrate theachievements of thosewho have completed thequest and forparents/cares to view thework created during thesummer.

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42 // Museums

Dennis Severs' House18 Folgate Street,Spitalfields, E1The house is a timecapsule - open to thepublic. Its creator, DennisSevers, was an artist whoused his visitors’imagination as his canvas,and who lived in the housein much the same way asits original occupantsmight have done in theearly 18th century. As youjourney off in a silentsearch through the house'sten rooms, each lit by fireand candlelight, sounds,smells and visuals take youback in time. Open Monday evenings(except bank holidays), bycandlelight. Times may vary andbooking is necessary. £12per person. Sundays 12–4pm, lastadmission 3.15pm, £8, nobooking required.Mondays following firstand third Sunday 12–2pm.£5, no booking required.www.dennissevershouse.co.uk7247 4013 [email protected]

Museum of London DocklandsWest India Quay, Isle of Dogs, E14

From Roman settlement todocklands’ regeneration,the museum reveals thelong history of London as aport through stories oftrade, migration andcommerce. Witharchaeological finds,unusual objects,fascinating tours, films,and events, this is one ofthe capital’s hidden gems.There is an extensivesummer programme forchildren, visit the websitefor details.Open daily 10am–6pmwww.museumindocklands.org.uk0870 444 3855

V&A Museum of ChildhoodCambridge Heath Road,Bethnal Green, E2The museum (pictured left)encourages visitors toexplore themes ofchildhood past and presentand develop anappreciation of creativedesign throughinspirational collectionsand programmes. It is partof the V&A family ofmuseums, and houses thenational childhoodcollection. The galleries aredesigned to show thecollections in a way whichis accessible to adults andchildren of all ages.A programme of temporaryexhibitions, daily activitiesand seasonal events aretaking place over thesummer. Open daily 10am–5.45pm

Summer FestivalSun, Aug 211.30am–4.30pm

Live music, streetperformers and rickshawrides, designer stalls andtasty food. Plus lots forkids to make and do.Free. Drop-in, all ageswelcome. Under-12s mustbe accompanied by anadult.www.vam.ac.uk/moc8983 5200

Ragged School Museum

46-50 Copperfield Road,Mile End, E3Housed in what was onceLondon's biggest raggedschool, this family-friendlymuseum welcomes peopleof all ages to taste a sliceof Victorian life. Throughhands-on exhibits andtalks, it gives a taste of lifefor the poor of the EastEnd a century ago.Open 10am-5pm Weds &Thurs; 2–5pm first Sun ofeach month.www.raggedschoolmuseum.org.uk 8980 6405

Whitechapel Gallery

77-82 Whitechapel HighStreet, E1Pick up free family activitypacks to explore andinvestigate art in the newlyextended gallery. Suitable for children aged4–12.Free events and drop-inactivities for children overthe summer holidays.www.whitechapelgallery.org 7522 7888

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Sports

& Leisure

Centres

Contact details on map,page 24.

There are seven leisurecentres in Tower Hamletsoffering a wide range ofsporting facilities andactivities for adults andchildren. Visit them thissummer and take part inthe fun. Contact your localleisure centre or visitwww.gll.org for full details.

Activities and coursesrunning over the summerinclude:

Toddlers World

Under-5sToddlers love brightcolours and exploring, soToddlers World is designedto let them do just that.

Kool Crew

Ages 5-15The ultimate play scheme.All activities, sports andchallenges through theweek will relate to theweek’s theme, so you aresure to have lots of fun.

Swimming

Tower Hamlets residentscan enjoy a range of freeswimming sessions thissummer.

Under-16 free publicswimming Free swimming for under-16s in public swimmingsessions. Terms andconditions apply.

Public family-onlyswimmingExclusive to children under16 accompanied by anadult who meets SwimSafely guidelines.

Active Fitness Sessions

Ages 11-15Supervised fitnesssessions, in a funenvironment.

London Sport Courses

All agesParticipating in sportprovides children withtransferable skills they can use for everyday lifeactivities. Sport alsoencourages teamwork and co-operation, andhelps develop agility, co-ordination and self-confidence.The following courses arerunning over the summermonths:

• London Swim School -all ages

• Trampolining for ages5-15

• Toddlers Soccer forages 2-5

• Gym Tots for ages 2-5

• London Track Stars forages 5-15

For specific London SportCourses informationplease contact your localleisure centre or visitwww.gll.org/www.sportscourses.org/www.londonswimschool.org

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Participating centres: MileEnd Park Leisure Centre, StGeorge’s Pool, TillerLeisure Centre and YorkHall. Times may vary.

* Swim Safely guidelinesapply to all swimmingsessions – see details onpage 45.

Sports DevelopmentSessions

Tennis Coaching Courses

Bethnal Green Gardens,Braintree Street, E2Mon – Fri, July 27-31, Aug17-21 & Aug 24–28Courses with TowerHamlets City Tennis Clubcoaches. Must be pre-booked by July 24.• 10–11.30am for ages

5-8

• 11.30am–1pm for ages9-12

• 1.30–3pm for ages 13-16

Members: £5 weekly,£1.50 daily.Non-members: £10weekly, £2.50 daily.07956 456725 or 07930 735688

Mile End Stadium,Rhodeswell Road, E14Mon–Fri, Aug 3-7 & Aug10–14 • 10–11.30am for ages

5-8

• 11.30am–1pm for ages9-12

• 1.30–3pm for ages 13-16

Courses with TowerHamlets City Tennis Clubcoaches. Must be pre-booked by July 24.Members: £5 weekly,£1.50 daily.Non-members: £10weekly, £2.50 daily.07956 456725 or 07930 735688

Athletics Coaching

Mile End Stadium,Rhodeswell Road, E14Mon–Fri, July 27–31 10am–2pm ages 8-11 & 12-16Learn the disciplines ofathletics: sprints, middledistance, relays, high andlong jump, pole vault,hurdles, shot putt, javelinand discus with TowerHamlets club coaches.Free 07956 456725

Sports Taster Sessions

Mile End Park LeisureCentre, Burdett Road, E3Free Mon–Fri, July 27–31, Aug 3–7 & Aug 10–1410am–4pm for ages 9-12 & 13-16

2-hour taster sessions inarchery, basketball,sportshall athletics, wallclimbing, BMX, canoeing,skateboarding, cycling andjudo with Tower Hamletsclub coaches.07956 456725

Sports Taster Sessions for young people with disabilities Mile End Park LeisureCentre, Burdett Road, E3FreeMon–Fri, July 27–31, Aug3–7 & Aug 10–1410am–4pm for ages 8-11,12-18 & 19-25 2-hour taster sessions inarchery, basketball,trampolining, canoeing,athletics, cycling, judo,swimming, football, rugbyand hockey with TowerHamlets club coaches.07956 456725

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