Enjoy our outdoor green spaces as you discover more about the natural world in this fun nature trail.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. FREE. Drop in.
Please note the museum is closed between 12pm and 1pm.
Explore Valence House Museum with our interactive backpacks, filled with fun, sensory, toy themed activities.
Suitable for ages 3 and up. FREE. Drop in.
Make beautiful butterfly crafts and help us to survey the butterflies in our gardens as part of the national Big Butterfly Count.
2 sessions available:
11am – 12.30pm
2pm – 3.30pm
£3 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Recommended suitable ages 3-12 years. Please ensure that you arrive promptly for the start of the session.
Advanced booking essential. Click here to book through Art Tickets.
Register your place at the BLC Library Reception.
Starting from Wednesday, 7th June 2023
Every Wednesday, 5pm - 6.30pm
Boys aged 8-11 Year Only!
Football Summer 2023! Our new 12 weeks programme for young girls interested in sports and looking to have some fun this summer!
Starting from Monday, 12th June 2023
Every Monday 5pm - 6.30pm
For girls in Year 4 to Year 6 only
Are you struggling to afford school uniform? The Baby Bank HQ will be hosting a series of FREE school uniform shops. All items are pre-loved and completely FREE to anyone that feels they are in need.
These events will be held on:
London based charity, Community Links, is excited to offer a programme of population awareness of cancer in the North East London area (Barking & Dagenham, Havering, Newham, Redbridge, Tower Hamlets and Waltham Forest).
The aims of the programme are:
A fun filled family event with music, dancing, henna designs, food and much more!
Barking Learning Centre and Barking Town Square, IG11 7LU
Event poster (PDF, 207.78 KB)
Register your place at the BLC Library Reception.
Starting from Wednesday, 7th June 2023
Every Wednesday, 5pm - 6.30pm
Boys aged 8-11 Year Only!
Clothes, crafts, books, bric-a-brac and much more - grab yourself a bargain!
No tickets required!
Enjoy music and dance from around the world as the Barking Folk Festival returns for its eighth year with a headlining performance from Skinny Lister.
It is a delightful family event specially curated for families with children under the age of 5. Hosted by our dedicated Community Hub Coordinator and expert Family Navigators, this interactive gathering is a treasure trove of early literacy exploration. With a focus on fostering a love for reading and learning, families will be guided through a range of fun, educational activities.
Football Summer 2023! Our new 12 weeks programme for young girls interested in sports and looking to have some fun this summer!
Starting from Monday, 12th June 2023
Every Monday 5pm - 6.30pm
For girls in Year 4 to Year 6 only
Step back in time 65 million years and get creative with these dinosaur themed crafts.
2 sessions available:
11am – 12.30pm
2pm – 3.30pm
£5 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Recommended suitable for ages 5-12 years. Please ensure that you arrive promptly for the start of the session.
Advanced booking essential. Click here to book through Art Tickets.
SEND friendly session for children to enjoy with their families. This will be a reduced sensory session.
Step back in time 65 million years and get creative with these dinosaur themed crafts.
£5 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Recommended suitable for ages 5-12 years.
Advanced booking essential. Click here to book through Art Tickets.
Register your place at the BLC Library Reception.
Starting from Wednesday, 7th June 2023
Every Wednesday, 5pm - 6.30pm
Boys aged 8-11 Year Only!
Artistry comes to life at "Sip and Paint", a unique event crafted for families with children under the age of 8. Co-hosted by our knowledgeable Family Navigators and Refuge, this event provides a creative and relaxing atmosphere for families to bond, learn, and have fun.
1pm – 4pm
Gather your friends and family for this Disney themed quiz afternoon.
Children over 8 and adults of all ages welcome. £5 per person. Light refreshments provided, BYO food and drink. Max 6 people per team.
Advanced booking essential. Click here to book through Art Tickets.
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Are you struggling to afford school uniform? The Baby Bank HQ will be hosting a series of FREE school uniform shops. All items are pre-loved and completely FREE to anyone that feels they are in need.
These events will be held on:
Football Summer 2023! Our new 12 weeks programme for young girls interested in sports and looking to have some fun this summer!
Starting from Monday, 12th June 2023
Every Monday 5pm - 6.30pm
For girls in Year 4 to Year 6 only