Centre secures grant from National Grid's Community Matters Fund to provide Warm Packs and Warm Bank this winter Read more
Community enjoy four live performances on a sunny Saturday in Smethwick Read more
A fantastic event in the October sunshine in partnership with Kingsway Project, Gellas Kitchen and Angels Caribbean Cuisine. Read more
Our artists have an experience to remember thanks to Creative Black Country Read more
We celebrate 2022-23 and 23 years of the DPC with key stakeholders Read more
Centre secures £2,000 to help with biodiversity on our plot Read more
Funds from Asda’s Empowering Local Communities scheme will be used to support our Christmas Fayre Read more
The funds will be distributed to small and local charities delivering vital support in communities across the UK! Read more
In August 2023 the Dorothy Parkes Centre had solar panels installed as part of Utilita’s Solar for Schools and Community Buildings scheme Read more
Funding from SCVO & the Sandwell Health and Care Partnership will enable us to deliver FREE exercise classes. Read more
Our popular free health and fitness sessions are returning. Monday & Tuesday evenings 7pm - 8.30pm. Contact the centre for more information. Read more
We’re so excited to announce that Global's Make Some Noise will be supporting us and helping us to change more lives. Read more
It's especially important we spread awareness of loan sharks tactics during the festive season when their activity increases dramatically. Read more
Our Chatty Cafe is open every Monday 6pm - 8pm and Wednesday 10.30am - 12.30pm Read more
We offer 2 different yoga sessions here at the centre. Find out more here Read more
A free eight week support programme for members of our community who have had experience of grief, bereavement, and loss Read more