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A spectacular carnival, live music and dance, sport and
fashion were just some of the attractions over the two days of the
show, which this year had a green environmental theme.
The carnival procession saw more than 500 children from various
schools and community organisations tour the streets of East Ham in
a colourful costume parade.
Newham's Green Roadshow was on hand to advise residents about
recycling, growing their own vegetables, saving energy at home and
using cotton bags instead of plastic. Visitors also built a
recycled sculpture and enjoyed songs from the We Are What We Do
Choir.
Mayor Sir Robin Wales said: "The Newham Show goes from strength
to strength and this year it has been a brilliant success with more
than 5,000 visitors above what we had over the two days last
year.
"As well as the colour of the carnival and the various sport and
music activities, this year we have also had an important message
about people making a difference to their environment. It all made
for a wonderful family atmosphere with lots of activities for
people to get involved with. It really has shown the best of
Newham."
The sports zone had activities for people young and old
including rowing, table tennis, boxing, martial arts, basketball,
handball, running and health MOTs. There were fashion shows with
aspiring models and designers and a pamper zone with hair and
make-up sessions.
Music and dance stages showed that Newham's got talent with the
work of local performers showcasing everything from dhol drummers
and gospel choirs to Albanian dance and Bollywood.
A cabaret tent included a tribute to Elvis Presley with
impersonator Sal Bashir as well as performances from the Brick Lane
Music Hall and the Bassline Circus. There was also food from around
the world and a zone for small children containing bouncy
inflatables, games and arts and craft.
Added the Mayor: "I thoroughly enjoyed being able meet so many
people over the two days. We are already looking forward to hosting
next year's event." |