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Saturday 20 June 2026, 12.30pm to 4.00pm

 

A picnic-style event at Kingsley Hall in Dagenham, open to all in the community. 

Free picnic-style food available, with entertainment from Ukrainian singers and arts and crafts for children.

Free to attend, no prior booking required

 

There are 2 people in this illustration, one of them is visibly sharing a tip with the other
Saturday 20 June 2026, 3.00pm to 5.00pm

 

A 2-hour interactive session focused on planning for employability in a UK setting, including confidence and skills building, reframing setbacks, CV advice and creating a personal action plan. 

This event is targeted at displaced workers from the borough. 

In addition, after the event, Aspire Action will host an online Zoom for free and open to all seeking to improve their employability in the UK. 

 

A group of people are playing football in the park in this illustration, while 2 others are watching from a tree
Sunday 21 June 2026, 11.15am to 3.30pm

 

Make Afghan-inspired kites and learn about the culture of kite flying and kite fighting around the world, with an opportunity to fly your kites over Abbey Green. 

Suitable for 8+, under-14s must be accompanied by an adult for health and safety. 

Booking

The sessions are free, but you must book a ticket in advance here.

There will be two sessions on the same day. You can choose which one you would like to book: