The Leopold Christmas Event

We decided to hold a Christmas Event for all the residents that have taken part in the project so far. The event was held on Thursday December 15th LiC at St Pauls Church, Bow Common which is very local to the residents. Everyone that attended got to enjoy free food and drink while watching performances from some of the young people we have been working with and also performances from residents of the Leopold Estate. We also had Santa's Grotto and facepainting for the children which was very popular at the event. Over 100 residents turned up which LiC are extremely pleased with and we hope to carry on working with them on the Leopold Project next year.

Fashion Project

The fashion project takes place every Friday's from 4.30pm-6pm. The young people taking part in the project are all working towards a final product and are going to be accredited with the Bronze Arts Award. These sessions are aimed towards young people, however parents are welcome to come along with their children. Please contact Abdul or Charlotte on 020 7987 8796 or email abdul-lic@live.com to join this course.

Resident Documentary

The documentary film group meets once a week either to interview a resident or to update each other to their progress. The group have developed their idea and have started filming residents in the estate. Their next session is on Thursday 17th November in 25a Limborough House at 6pm.  We have a dedicated tutor who will you train in all aspects of film making.  If you're interested in taking art either being interviewed or learn broadcasting skills please contact Abdul on 020 7987 8796 or email abdul-lic@live.com.

Women's Gym and Swimming

The women's sessions take place three times a week. Monday's 10.30am-12.30pm, Tuesday's 1.30pm-3.30pm and Thursday's 7pm-9pm. If you are interested in taking part please contact our women's coordinator - Nazma on 07533588735 or email abdul-lic@live.com.

Capoeira

The Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, sports, and music takes place every Monday’s 6-7:30pm, at the Church hall on St Paul’s Way. The lessons are delivered by an experienced tutor and are cost nothing to take part. If interested please contact Abdul or Momtaz 0n 020 7987 8796 or email abdul-lic@live.com  

Men's Gym and Swimming

Every Wednesday's and Friday's men from the Leopold estate gather at Mile End Leisure Centre 9.30am to take part either gym or a swim/sauna session. Everyone living in the Leopold estate is welcome to join this group. The group recently took part in a bike riding project with Poplar HARCA.

Violin and Viola Sessions

Violin and Viola lessons take place every Wednesday between 5:30pm -7pm for Children over 5 and parents. The sessions led by experienced tutor Sinan Kadifachi are probably our most popular weekly activity. If you are interested in taking part please contact Abdul/Charlotte on 020 7987 8796 or email abdul-lic@live.com.

Pictures from the Funday

 

 

                                            

The Leopold Funday

 

On September the 24th Leader in Community (LiC) organised a funday for residents of Leopold Estate.  

LiC had a really positive response from the residents of Leopold on Saturday. We estimate between 150 to 200 people turned up. 95 people registered for the raffle and over 70 people completed the Poplar HARCA surveys.

On the day we had a bouncy castle, face painting, henna and fee food and drink 

Leaders in Community and our volunteers were happy with how things went and we discussed improvements for next time like involving more residents in the planning and delivery of the event and making them have sense of ownership on the day.

Yoga and Chair Aerobics

Every Mondays between 1pm-2:30pm the yoga and chair aerobics sessions takes place at the St Paul's Way Church Hall. The sessions have been taking place since April and currently have loyal participants who turn up every week. If you're interested please contact Abdul or Charlotte on 020 7987 8796 or email abdul-lic@live.com for more information.   

 

Trip to Paradise Wildlife Park

On September 3rd thirty five residents from Leopold Estate ventured out to the Paradise Wildlife Park in Hertfordshire as part of a community day trip. The trip was organised by Leaders in Community. The residents were delighted with the opportunity.

Gous Ali from 77 Elmslie Point feels trips like this needs to be organised more often "More project like the one we had today which was an absolutely fantastic day out".

Elaine Richards from 7 Couzens House said "three adults and two children in our group participated in the Leopold Project trip to Paradise Wildlife Park and we thoroughly enjoyed it".

Elaine Brown from 27 Couzens House told LiC staff it was an enjoyable day where she got to meet good neighbours she hadn't met before.

Lakie Begum from 75 Elmslie Point gave a special thank you to Poplar HARCA for supporting the trip.

 

Men's Football

The men's football session takes place every Tuesdays at Mile End Leisure Centre between 9:30am-10:30am. Approximately fifteen Leopold residents turn up for a kick about. It's one of our most popular activities on the programme. If interested please contact Abdul on 020 7987 8796 or email abdul-lic@live.com to reserve a spot.

The Leopold Project

'The Leopold Project' is a unique Poplar HARCA community project currently being delivered by Leaders in Community (LiC). The community project ecompasses activities and workshops cattering the wide interests of the residents of Leopold Estate.

The project started in April 2011 and currently includes:

Women's
Swimming
Yoga/Chair Aerobics
Wii Fitness

Men's
Football
Swimming
Gym

For everyone
Violin and Viola
Capoeira
Resident documentary
Under 12's Street Dance
Weekly movie night

** The project also includes fun days and day trips too**