Church Street Newsletter July 2024
Site A design update at Church Street Library
Site A design update at Church Street Library
In what feels like a pretty wet Summer so far, we held an outdoor exhibition outside the Church Street Library during a rare break in the July rain. This was our third update event, and it was a pleasure to see many residents there sharing their thoughts on the plans for Site A. We really appreciate your time and the valuable feedback you provided. Thank you to everyone who came along.
We hope most of you have had a chance to see the designs, either at one of our events or online. If you could not make any of these events but would like to see the designs, you can view them here at https://bit.ly/Church-Street
CPO update
The Site A, Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) Public Inquiry took place in June. This was the final formal process in the Council’s application to use statutory powers to acquire property. Compulsory purchases would only ever be used as a last resort and are required to guarantee that the regeneration scheme can go ahead,
The Planning Inspector is now considering the information submitted, and when we get a response, we will let residents know. If you want to get email updates on the CPO and other aspects of the regeneration of Church Street, you can do that at the link below:
https://churchstreet.org/sign-up/
Church Street Monthly Community Market
Church Street Market welcomed our monthly community market on Thursday 18th July.
Our local community groups had a chance to talk to residents and showcase all the great work they are doing and how they help within the community.
We had a range of stalls including WAES where you could find employment opportunities, Family Information Service who are providing advice and help to children and parents, Citizen’s Advice, MEWSO, Community Champions and Lord’s Cricket providing some fun activities.
Church Street Monthly Community Markets run throughout the summer months, and we have our next community market on Thursday 22 August, 10.00am to 2.00pm. If you are a local community organisation and would like to find out how you can take part in our next Community Market, you can email us at churchstreet@westminster.gov.uk or call 020 7641 2968
Penfold Hub go ‘Outside the Box’ at the Royal Albert Hall!
When the Royal Albert Hall comes calling, you must answer that call. Church Street residents attending the Penfold Community Hub had just that opportunity. Through a project called ‘Outside the Box’ Church Street residents collaborated with artists from the Royal Albert Hall on a 4-month project called "Outside the Box."
Participants were able to develop skills in writing, performing arts. Expert members of Penfold‘s Sewing Café also got involved in making original knitting and crochet pieces.
The multi-generational and multi-arts project aimed to explore the history and identity of the Royal Albert Hall. Following four month-long preparations, a final performance showcasing the work created during the project took place at the Royal Albert Hall in June in front of invited audience of family, friends and neighbours.
Big thanks to the Royal Albert Hall’s Engagement programme, which aims to enrich people's lives and offer fairer access to the Arts.
Free Mask Making, Mask Acting & Performance Drop-in Classes
Join ‘Dende Collective’ at the Penfold Community Hub for a fun and creative mask-making adventure. Following last year’s spectacular finale, the workshop is back for more! You'll get to make your own papier-mâché mask, create a costume for your character, and learn how to bring your mask to life. Plus, you'll have the chance to explore masks from different cultures and perform in exciting local shows.
When: 5-31 August 2024, Monday to Friday, 1pm - 4:30 pm
Mask Making: 5-16 August (3 to 5 sessions per mask)
Costume Making & Mask Acting: 19-31 August
Performances: 27, 29, and 31 August
Where: Penfold Community Hub, 60 Penfold Street, London NW8 8PJ
The classes are FREE, including all materials, and no previous experience is needed. Spaces are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Join anytime!
An Intergenerational Project for Ages 18+ and 60+ (All are welcome if 18+)
Register Here: Sign Up Form - THE CHURCH STREET MASQUERADE 24 - SIGN UP & ENROLMENT FORM (google.com)
For more info, email André at andre@dendecollective.org or call 07984 451 796.
This project is part of the Inside Out 2023 programme, funded by WCC and supported by the Derwent London Community Fund.
Website: www.dendecollective.org
Explore Your Artistic Side for Free This Summer
Inside Out is back for 2024! We have partnered with some brilliant organisations to bring the arts outdoors for everyone this summer. Inside Out 2024 brings galleries, infamous characters, dance performances and storytelling to the outdoors, for free, so everyone can discover more about the arts this summer.
Find out what’s on and book an event for free today.
www.westminster.gov.uk/inside-out
Have Your Say On All Things housing:
We want to listen to our tenants and leaseholders to understand what’s important to you and how we can improve our services. Our monthly Resident Forum gives you an opportunity to meet with senior leaders, challenge decisions and help create meaningful change in the housing service. Come along and make a difference, find out when the next forum is taking place and have your say. www.westminster.gov.uk/your-voice-counts
Your Voice Counts | Westminster City Council
Find out how housing tenants can get involved to improve the services you are provided.
Save the date
We are excited to announce that The Church Street Antiques Fair will take place on Sunday 15 September 2024.
Church Street will come to life to celebrate our community with antiques, vintage and art dealers from across the UK!
We’ll have more details about the event in our August issue of Church Street newsletter and on our What’s on page.
