Last year at our Residents Forum Meetings we agreed using our Ward budget on many local projects. London & Quadrant, the estates owners, generously matched funded some of the projects so that we could increase participation of our residents. Below is the current update of these projects:
If you would like to book a place on any LCA (Leyton Community Action) project then ring Kelly Salmon 07852 425393.
Party for Young Children
The Children’s party is managed and run by LCA and assisted by L&Q took place on Sunday 29thApril, from 2.00pm till 5.00pm at the Seddon Centre corner of Clyde Place and Beaumont Road. It was a great success. Up to 50 local children attended. Due to the success this is likely to be repeated next year if funds are available.
Days out for Elderley People
Two trips are arranged. Friday June 8th – For 50 people – Trip to Suffolk Coast plus fish and chips by the sea.
Thursday 6th September – For 50 people – Trip Runnymede, Windsor and lunch on the River Thames. Managed and run by LCA and L&Q. Contact LCA or L&Q to book a place.
Children and Families Esol project
Two hour sessions for 11 weeks. Family learning sessions with children 0 to 8 to have fun whilst learning English. Started on 18thFebruary at the Cricket Ground Pavilion 2.15 to 4.15. Contact Lorna Parkinson of the Riverley Children’s Centre.
Queen’s Jubilee Street Party
This will be on Saturday 2nd June in Beaumont Road. Managed and run by L&Q assisted by LCA.
Creative Kids Club
To give children and young people a fun opportunity to express their creativity whilst building self esteem and confidence. Managed and run by LCA in conjunction with L&Q. Will start weekly in July for three months. Contact LCA for details.
Football programme for youths
Weekly football training for youths in the area. Will start from Friday20 April. Managed by LeytonOrient Football in the Community with assistance of L&Q.
Cricket Ground Committee flyer
Awaiting details from the newly formed committee.
Leyton Art Gallery
Arranging and hanging local art work in the IT room of Leyton Library. Awaiting details form Leyton Gallery group.
1 day Mini Olympics for children and families
A full day programme at the Cricket Ground on multi sports delivered by the Councils Sports Development Team in the summer. Awaiting details date and times from the Council.
Ad Hoc assistance to local groups
Admin assistance on an hourly basis, given to local groups. Currently accounting assistance given to LCA by WF Voluntary Action.
Coopers Lane asphalting
Meeting to be arranged with the Council’s Highways team and residents of Coopers Lane for agreed action.
Parents Support group
Running monthly every 1st Wednesday. Managed and run by LCA in conjunction with L&Q.