Newtown Community Day

Fun Run

   Meet at the stage at 12.00 to register

Stage

1.15 – 1.30   Carl Stanley saxophone
1.30 – 1.45   Kezia and band including The Witness
1.45 – 2pm   Beat Box Twins

3.00 – 3.15    Rita and Andy Experience (Jimi Hendrix material!)
3.15 – 4.00    Sylvester Brothers Band
4.00    Dwane, Spartan

Arena

12.30 – 12.45    Broken Silence/Naughty Rascals (street dance)

2.00 – 2.30    Aston Manor Steel Pans and Dance group
2.30 – 3.00    Zen Shin Martial Arts
3.00 – 3.15    Trustreetdance

Football Field

2.00 – 3.00    Football followed by tournament

Programme to follow soon

- 10 acts confirmed to perform on the day

Click here for route of the Fun run

Newtown Community Day 2010 will be taking place on Saturday 17th July at St George’s Park, Great Hampton Row, Newtown. It will be a family-friendly event showcasing local talent, cultural food and fun activities for all ages.

If you would like to be involved in the event, perform on stage or have a stall, please get in contact with local Neighbourhood Manager Alex on tel 0121 464 9175 or email: alexandra.powell@birmingham.gov.uk.

Alternatively you can also pop in St George’s Community Hub and leave your details with the staff if you would like us to contact you.

‘Brilliant! I’d love to do it again!’ says 17 year old James. He’s just one of over 100 volunteers who made Newtown Community Day an incredible success.

Hundreds of local people came to Newtown Shopping Centre on Saturday to celebrate National Make a Difference Day.

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Children bounced on giant trampolines, made a ‘Newtown’ mural and had their faces painted. Adults planted hanging baskets, checked their health and decorated their hands with mhendi. Everyone enjoyed trying different cultural foods provided by local restaurants.

On the stage there were amazing performances from Dewayne, Spartan,Young Disciples, Anaiah, Tricks, DHD and the Beatbox Twins as well as impromptu performances from other talented local dancers, all hosted by Charmaine from Newstyle radio.

Councillor Afzal and Councillor Khan were at the start of the Fun Run and presented goody bags to all who participated. Ryan from Continental Star FC sprinted ahead and gained first place by a good margin.

This was a genuine community day, where everyone pulled together to give something back to Newtown. What’s more, lots of people are keen to get involved in local initiatives in the area, including becoming a street champion, joining a residents’ group and planning a bigger community event next year!