Support community Play Street in Barnet

Play Street at Windermere Avenue – Help Make the Street Come Alive!

When: Sunday 4th May, 14:00–16:00 Where: Windermere Avenue, N3, London Task: Supporting a local Play Street event by helping with road closure points and creating a safe, welcoming space for play and connection.

Join us in Finchley for a joyful afternoon as we help transform Windermere Avenue into a vibrant, car-free space where children can play freely and neighbours can connect. This is the first Play Street in the area—and we hope it’s the start of many more!

Your help is needed to keep the event safe and running smoothly. We’re looking for volunteers to take 30-minute turns at the road closure barriers, greeting people and helping ensure everyone enjoys the space safely.

But this is more than just a stewarding job—it’s a chance to bring streets to life. Play Streets are brilliant examples of how small local actions can pollinate bigger change, encouraging more inclusive, people-first neighbourhoods. It’s a great way to share the values of GoodGym and connect with others doing positive things in the community.

What to expect: • A relaxed, community atmosphere • Simple volunteering role (standing at a barrier, chatting with residents) • Street games and a few surprises—bring your own if you fancy! • A pollinator planting workshop where locals can pot up herb plants and take them home (run by the wonderful Finchley Pollinator Group) • Bonus: cake-sharing welcome! If you’re a baker, bring something sweet!

How to get involved: • Sign up here on the GoodGym website

• Ask for Daniel Mermelstein, the event coordinator, if you have questions on the day.

Come help make this street sing—and let’s show how GoodGym can help local ideas bloom.