Contact
Olympic Ambition Team
Town Hall
1 Town Square
Barking
IG11 7LU
Tel: 020 8227 2012
Fax: 020 8227 3621
Email: 2012@lbbd.gov.uk|
Events old and new that celebrate Barking and Dagenham the Gateway to the Games and the union of art, culture and sport in the countdown to the London 2012 Games.
For news and opportunities related to the Games and what Barking and Dagenham has planned between now and 2012 please visit the rest of our web pages.
To get involved in any of the events inspired by the Olympics please contact 020 8227 2012 or email 2012@lbbd.gov.uk.
Please note all events are free unless admission price is stated.
Every Thursday, 10am - 12pm
Social monthly coffee mornings at the Barking Learning Centre, just drop in. Plus do not miss our themed coffee mornings and talks, for details please contact your library.
Venue: Barking Learning Centre, 2 Town Square, Barking, IG11 7NB|
Contact: For more information, telephone 020 8724 8532.
Thursday 11 March 2010, 7pm
Showcasing the talent, diversity, commitment and skill of young musicians and staff within the ten London Olympic Host/Gateway Boroughs and based around the theme of endeavour Gateway 2 Music promises to be an evening to remember. Consisting of a mix of music and song including Western classical, choral, urban, samba, steel pans and percussion. The performance will culminate in a specially commissioned piece involving some 350 young performers.
Venue: Sadler's Wells Theatre, Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4TN
Cost: £5
Contact: The ticket office on 0844 412 4300 or purchase tickets direct from venue.
Wednesday 17 March 2010, 7pm
Venue: Eastbury School, Rosslyn Road, Barking, IG11 9UH|
Cost: £2 on door
Contact: For more information, telephone 020 8270 6690.
Thursday 25 March 2010, 7.30pm
Venue: Barking Abbey School, Sandringham Road, Barking, IG11 9AG|
Cost: £4.50 and £3.50 concession, purchase via Community Music Service Office
Contact: For more information, telephone 020 8270 6690.
Wednesday 7 April 2010
Exercise activities, information stalls and health checks.
Venue: Goresbrook Leisure Centre, Ripple Road (A13), Dagenham, RM9 6XW|
Contact: For more information, telephone 020 8227 3984 or email danielle.robson@lbbd.gov.uk.
Friday 21 May 2010 (sessions to book during the day)
Silver Surfers Day is part of Adult Learners Week and offers older people the chance to try out computers for the first time or to try out new computer skills.
Venue: All libraries in Barking and Dagenham open on the day|
Contact: Contact your local library.
Saturday 29 May 2010, 7.45pm - 10pm
Gates open at 7pm to the sounds of the church bells rung by St Margaret's Church Bell Ringers. The mood-setting music of the Aminta Concert Orchestra, conducted by Dr Donald Hoskins, plays to a background of special lighting effects, creating a romantic and magical atmosphere. The event concludes with a grand finale of fireworks.
Venue: Barking Abbey Ruins, Abbey Road, Barking, IG11 8AS|
Contact: For more information, telephone 020 8215 3006.
Saturday 6 June 2010
Taster sessions and coaching sessions for the whole family to participate in.
Venue: Goresbrook Leisure Centre, Ripple Road (A13), Dagenham, RM9 6XW|
Contact: For more information, telephone 020 8227 3984 or email danielle.robson@lbbd.gov.uk.
Monday 21 June 2010 - Sunday 12 July 2010
Three whole weeks full of dance fun for you and your family, so why not come and shake a leg with us! This year don't miss the Big Dance Bus parking up in the borough, Echoa, the French dance company will be flying in to entertain us and the Be Supreme ladies … Barking and Dagenham can dance!
Venue: Various borough locations.
Contact: For more information, telephone 020 8227 2482 or email neesha.badhan@lbbd.gov.uk.
Thursday 24 June 2010, 6pm
Venue: Music Centre, Fanshawe Crescent, Dagenham, RM9 5QA|
Cost: Free
Contact: For more information, telephone 020 8270 6690.
Friday 25 June 2010, 7pm
Venue: Music Centre, Fanshawe Crescent, Dagenham, RM9 5QA|
Cost: Free
Contact: For more information, telephone 020 8270 6690.
Saturday 26 June 2010 - Saturday 3 July 2010
Come and explore what is new in our old houses! The range of events is specially designed to give you a fresh look at the borough's heritage in the 21st century. The week is an ideal, not-to-be-missed time to spend in wonderful surroundings with your family, friends, neighbours and colleagues.
Venue: Eastbury Manor House, Eastbury Square, Barking, IG11 9SN|
Venue: Valence House Museum, Becontree Avenue, Dagenham, RM8 3HT|
Cost: Free
Contact: For further details of events, email eastburymanorhouse@lbbd.gov.uk or call the event line on 020 8724 1002.
Tuesday 6 July 2010, 7.30pm
Venue: Broadway Theatre, Broadway, Barking, IG11 7LS|
Cost: £5 and £4 concessions
Contact: For more information, telephone the Broadway box office on 020 8507 5607.
Tuesday 13 July 2010, 7pm
Venue: Eastbury School, Rosslyn Road, Barking, IG11 9UH|
Cost: £2 on door
Contact: For more information, telephone 020 8270 6690.
Saturday 17 - Sunday 18 July 2010, 11am - 8.30pm
Outdoor family festival featuring three concert stages, arena acts and exhibits from Council and community. Arts and crafts, funfair, food and drink.
Venue: Central Park, Wood Lane, Dagenham|
Contact: For more information, telephone 020 8215 3006.
Countdown, Part of London 2012 Open Weekend|
Saturday 24 July 2010
Celebrate the two year countdown to the Games with family fun, sports challenges, taster sessions, music and dance. Full details to be announced.
Venue: Barking Town Square, Barking, IG11 7LU|
Contact: For more information, telephone 020 8227 2012 or email 2012@lbbd.gov.uk.
Saturday 24 July 2010 - Saturday 4 September 2010
Read six books over the school holidays and collect stickers and prizes as you go. Medals and certificates for everyone who finishes the challenge. During library opening hours.
Venue: All libraries in Barking and Dagenham|
Contact: Contact your local library or call 020 8724 8538.
Sunday 2 August 2010, 12pm - 8pm
Attractions range from all the fun of the fair through to live music presented on a live concert stage, with community, information and food trade stands in between.
Venue: Barking Park, Longbridge Road, Barking, IG11 8AT|
Cost: Adults £5, Children (Under 12) £3, Under 5s Free
Contact: For more information 07841 918 434.
Friday 1 October 2010
Exercise activities, information stalls and health checks.
Venue: Goresbrook Leisure Centre, Ripple Road (A13), Dagenham, RM9 6XW|
Cost: Free
Contact: For more information, telephone 020 8227 3984 or email danielle.robson@lbbd.gov.uk.
Olympic Ambition Team
Town Hall
1 Town Square
Barking
IG11 7LU
Tel: 020 8227 2012
Fax: 020 8227 3621
Email: 2012@lbbd.gov.uk|
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