Be Connected: Chatty Cafés

**Join Us at Chatty Cafés to Combat Loneliness and Isolation** Newham Council, in collaboration with local businesses, is excited to offer Chatty Cafés, a community initiative designed to foster connections and encourage meaningful conversations. This pilot program, led by Community Neighbourhood Link Workers as part of the Be Connected initiative, welcomes everyone who is looking to engage with others. **What are Chatty Cafés?** Chatty Cafés feature designated tables for those willing to converse. If you’re alone, with a friend, or a caregiver, join us for good old-fashioned human interaction. **Who Can Participate?** Everyone is welcome: - Individuals - Couples - Families with children - Caregivers with those they assist - Older adults and younger generations **How to Participate:** 1. Look for the Chatty Café sign at designated tables. 2. Order a drink and inform the staff you are here for the Chatty Café. 3. Enjoy your time, whether for five minutes or longer—it's up to you! **Chatty Café Locations and Hours:** 1. **Bonny Downs Community Association** 556 Romford Rd, Manor Park, E12 5AF Tel: 020 3602 2997 **Every Tuesday, 10:00 – 12:00** 2. **Central Park Café** Central Park, Bartle Ave, East Ham, E6 3AJ **Every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 9:00 – 12:00** 3. **ChaiWala** 44 Plashet Grove, London, E6 1AE Tel: 020 8470 6494 **Every Wednesday, 13:00 – 14:00** 4. **Chargeable Lane Café** The Resource Centre, 200 Chargeable Lane Road **Every Wednesday, 10:00 – 12:00** 5. **Cornerstone Cafe** 408 Barking Road, Plaistow, E13 8HJ Tel: 07576 303495 **Every Thursday, 10:00 – 15:00** 6. **Custom House Library Coffee Morning** Prince Regent Lane, Custom House, E16 3JJ Tel: 020 3373 0855 **Every Tuesday, 11:00 – 12:30** 7. **Green Street Library Coffee Morning** 337-341 Green Street, Upton Park, E13 9AR Tel: 020 3373 0857 **Last Thursday of the month, 11:00 – 12:00** 8. **North Woolwich Library Coffee Morning and Wellbeing Café** 5 Pier Rd, London, E16 2LJ Tel: 020 3373 0843 **Every Thursday, 11:00 – 12:00 and the 3rd Tuesday of the month, 11:00 – 12:00** 9. **Plaistow Library Coffee Morning** North Street, Plaistow, E13 9HN Tel: 020 3373 0859 **3rd Tuesday of the month, 11:00 – 12:30** 10. **Rose’s Cafe** 159 Barking Road, Canning Town, E16 4HQ Tel: 020 8617 8229 **Every Wednesday, 10:00 – 12:00** 11. **Steam & Beans** 387 Barking Road, East Ham, E6 2JT Tel: 020 8821 9061 **Every Wednesday, 15:00 – 17:00** 12. **The Milk Tree** 34 Barking Road, E16 1EQ **Every Thursday, 10:00 – 12:00** Join us at one of our Chatty Cafés to enjoy good conversation and community connection. We look forward to meeting you!