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Green Street Glow Garden

A free light art experience for everyone

12–16 February 2026 | 3-7pm

In 2026, Culture Within Newham will transform Queen’s Square on Green Street into a world of light and imagination.

At the centre of the experience is Luma, a mesmerising soft-robotic creation by Air Giants. Towering, graceful and lit from within, Luma is a nine-metre long snail who responds gently to the people around her, inviting play and connection.

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How Arts and Cultural Organisations Can Support d/Deaf People
How Arts and Cultural Organisations Can Support d/Deaf People

Culture Within Newham recently commissioned an Experts by Experience session led by our previous Community Voices Panellist Pamela. This workshop focused on the needs and rights of d/Deaf and hard of hearing people.

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How Arts and Cultural Organisations Can Support Disabled People
How Arts and Cultural Organisations Can Support Disabled People

Culture Within Newham hosted an Experts by Experience session led by Sarifa, a Newham-based disabled advocate. This session that offered powerful insights into how arts and cultural organisations can create spaces that are genuinely inclusive.

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Trainee Workshop Facilitator Call Out: Pass It On Project
Trainee Workshop Facilitator Call Out: Pass It On Project

Pass It On Project is seeking trainee workshop facilitators for a bold new community initiative designed to empower members of underrepresented communities to share their cultural and creative talents.

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Call Out: Children’s Board Creative Facilitator
Call Out: Children’s Board Creative Facilitator

This freelance role is for a creative facilitator to work with our Children’s Board to co-create the programme and brand for a one-day summer event.

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Storytelling Roadshow by Farzana Hakim
Storytelling Roadshow by Farzana Hakim

The Storytelling Roadshow, led by writer and community facilitator Farzana Hakim, is an interactive creative writing initiative designed to empower local residents

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Green Street Glow Garden
Green Street Glow Garden

In February 2026, Culture Within Newham will transform Queen’s Square on Green Street into a world of light and imagination.

Across five days, residents, families, and traders are invited to interact with glowing, moving robots inspired by nature.

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Culture Within Newham is a transformative community-led programme unleashing diverse cultural and creative opportunities for everyone across Newham.

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