Children’s Activities

BabyBallet

The award winning movement to music, dance & singing programme for boys and girls from 6 months upwards run with a fun, safe and caring environment. Classes in Dulwich. Call Stephanie 07809 148348 | www.babyballet.co.uk.

Boppin Bunnies

Interactive Music class for under 5’s led by professional musicians. Monday mornings 9:30am, 10:15am & 11am. Punk Me Up Ceramics Cafe. 34 East Dulwich Road, SE22 9AX www.boppinbunnies.co.uk.

diddi dance

Funky pre-school dance classes for girls and boys. Learn coordination, rhythm and great moves to funky songs and boost confidence. Classes in East Dulwich, Anne-Marie for a free trial 07973 982790 | www.diddidance.com.

District & Dulwich Twins Club

Baby and Toddler Group every Friday 10am-12pm (turn up at any time!), at Peckham Rye Playrooms (SE corner of the Rye). It is for multiples only, but you do not have to be a member of the club to attend. BYO coffee cup! www.ddtwinsclub.org.

Gymboree

Classes are designed for newborns - 5 year olds, and are led by experienced and nurturing teachers. We run throughout the year at Gymboree East Dulwich. 184 Peckham Rye SE22 9QA. 07538 795023 | eastdulwich@gymboree-uk.com.

HartBeeps

Mondays at Christ Church, 263 Barry Road, East Dulwich, SE22 0JT. 10am Happy House, 11am Baby Beeps & 12.15pm Baby Bells. Fridays at Ewart Community Hub, 44 Wastdale Road, SE23 1HN .10am Happy House, 11am Baby Beeps & 12.15pm Baby Bells. http://hartbeeps.com

Little Superhero Training

Practice your Superhero moves! Discover Superhero fun facts! Any Little Heroes, Boys and Girls aged 2 - 5, Come along for a FREE taster session. Mondays & Fridays (term time only) St Barnabas Parish Hall, 23 Dulwich Village, SE21 7BT. Contact Lucy 07813 791757 | lucy@littleherocompany.com www.littleherocompany.com

Lucy Sparkles

Outstanding music, drama and dance classes and parties for young children. Fun classes where children engage with singing, movement and live music whilst enhancing learning through developing physical, emotional and intellectual skills. Tues, Weds & Fri classes for different age groups/ themes. sarah@lucysparkles.com | 07929 784 719

Nibble Arts

Are you looking for flexible 8:00 - 6:30pm school holiday childcare? We still have lots of places available at Goodrich Primary SE22 from 4th birthday to 11 - our unique creative childcare lets children explore a brand-new adventure through up to 4 creative workshops a day with industry professionals for February Half-term 14th - 18th Feb!

Children are looked after in key groups of 10 for a really personalised experience and you can request that they are grouped with friends who are also attending. We are Ofsted approved and you can book in advance up to the end of Summer Holidays 2022 1-5 days a week using childcare vouchers, tax-free childcare, card or instalment plans from £54/day. Where else can you be on video chat to an Arctic explorer live from Svalbard University one day, and meeting Sophie the giant animatronic T-Rex the next? For the full timetable and to book visit www.nimblearts.co.uk/how-our-clubs-work

Mini Athletics (SE London)

Winning the gold medal for children’s sports classes! Start your child’s fantastic journey in athletic development, designed for toddlers up to children of 7 years old. All through a fun play-based format. To try us out, contact Sam: 07811787153 | smcdermott@miniathletics.com www.miniathletics.com

Sing and Sign

Monday - Saturday. 020 7193 3696 | www.singandsign.com

Sparkle Music

Carefully structured and fun music classes for babies, toddlers and pre-school children in SE22. Check the website for current classes. Contact : anna@sparkle-music.co.uk. | 0771 1238352

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SE22 Councillors

Councillor Charlie Smith - Goose Green Labour Councillor | charlie.smith@southwark.gov.uk

Summer in SE22

Now that the summer is really here, there are lots of things to do. The Goose Green School Carnival parade last month was a great success. The children paraded with banners and there was music and dance performances for the community to enjoy. The Summer reading challenge comes to Dulwich Library on Thursday the 4th August between 11am and 12 noon. A chance for kids 6+ to meet and learn about exotic animals. Sydenham Hill Wood is a little way out of the SE22 area where Walks for Families happen. There are many types of birds and woodland animals as well over 200 species of trees and plants. Download a Park Discovery checklist at www.southwark.gov. uk/parkdiscovery

New Market for Melbourne Grove

After a successful consultation a small new market in Melbourne Grove will be trialled starting on Saturday the 10th September running through until late December. During this trial period the Council will invite a number of market operators to run the market on successive weeks, providing a range of stalls from arts and crafts to fresh food. This will help the Council to find out what the local community wants and needs from a market. James McAsh and myself are proud to be instigators of this market and hope for its lasting success.

Number 12 Bus Route

The consultation period on the proposed cancellation for this and other bus route cancellations has been extended till midnight on Sunday the 7th August. Haveyoursay@tfl.gov.uk So far there has been an enormous response to this consultation.

Extreme Weather

The weather in June and July has seen extremes in temperatures. These conditions have been unbearable for many, especially for our older population. Keep an eye out for your elderly neighbours. See if they are OK. Maybe offer to do a bit of shopping for them. These high temperatures have taken their toll on many of our recently planted trees leaving them stressed. If there is a tree close to your home, why not take out a couple of watering cans or buckets of water and give the tree a reviving drink.

Jubilee Celebrations

The Goose Green Ward hosted a number of street parties to celebrate the Queen’s Jubilee. My colleague Councillor Portia Mwangangye visited six of the street closures on the day. They were all an outstanding success giving local residents the chance to meet up and get to know each other better. Many residents want to do more of these later on in the year. Why not have a street party on the weekend before Christmas? Wrap up well, sing some carols, have some mulled wine and possibly Santa Claus might make a visit to surprise the children.

Covid 19

Infections across Southwark are still rising. Although symptoms are not as extreme as in previous outbreaks, residents are still reporting feeling ill with cold and flu type episodes. If you have not had a vaccination against this virus, it is not too late. If you test positive for Covid, stay at home and isolate for five days or until you show a negative result. Please wear a mask when using public transport or being in any confined space.

Shoplifting on the rise

I have visited a number of retailers on Lordship Lane and North Cross Road who are telling me how blatant some shoplifters have become. These criminals know staff have been told not to intervene during these thefts which makes it easier for the shoplifters. I have had discussions with the local police regarding this matter. Unfortunately, there are not enough police officers to cope. I am suggesting some kind of network between the shops that could alert easy other that shoplifters were on the street. Also, CCTV both in the shops and on the streets should be another useful tool.

Have a safe and lovely summer Best Wishes, Councillor Charlie Smith Goose Green Ward Member

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