Balsall Heath Library now open for browsing and loans
Balsall Heath Library has now reopened to the public for browsing, borrowing and some limited computer access.
News
Ration challenge to raise funds for Syrian refugees
My name is Simrit I live in Balsall Heath. This year I am taking on the ration challenge to raise money for Syrian refugees by eating the same amount of food as they get in one week in a camp in Jordan.
Campaign launched to get older Brummies to reconnect after a year of social restrictions
The Ageing Better in Birmingham programme has launched a campaign to encourage people over 50 to take part in activities following the government’s decision to lift coronavirus restrictions.
Moseley Forum Hustings for West Mids Metro Mayor and West Mids PCC
Local elections will take place on Thursday 6th May to elect the West Midlands Metro Mayor and the West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner. Ahead of election day, local hustings will be held to question the candidates. The hustings for the two positions will be held online via Zoom on separate dates.
ACP Spring Newsletter
ACP Family Wellbeing Centre in Sparkbrook have just published their Spring Newsletter.
To view the newsletter, click on the full image below to view it in pdf format.
Wishing You a Blessed and Covid Safe Ramadan
As restrictions are eased and people gather for Ramadan, The Bahu Trust would like to wish everyone a blessed Ramadan Mubarak and urge everyone to continue to maintain social distancing.
Clean Air Zone – How to make an application for an exemption permit
Birmingham is on a journey to cleaner air and the Clean Air Zone (CAZ) is a key part of this journey. From 1 June 2021 non-compliant vehicles will be charged each time they enter the zone. In order to help the transition to the CAZ requirements, there are a number of exemptions.
Edgbaston Community Liaison Group
Edgbaston Stadium have set up a new Community Liaison Group to engage with people living near the stadium.
Edna Shaw
Many people across Balsall Heath will remember Edna Shaw, who has recently died.
Her niece has said that ahead of her funeral, those who knew her are welcome to send tributes. If you have a memory of Edna, or any words that you would like to share, e-mail contact@neighbourhoodnewsonline.com and those will be passed on to Edna’s family.
Balsall Health Local History Society – Gazette March 2021
Balsall Heath Local History Society’s monthly gazette is now available to download.
Click the image to read the full newsletter.
Theatre Mix @ Home
Theatre Mix @ Home is a live-streamed, cross-artform performance night for West Midlands artists. It features performances from a range of West Mids-based artists and creatives, all live-streaming from their own homes.
COVID-19 Impact Questionnaire 2021
Birmingham is working hard to become a city where all citizens can thrive and achieve their potential. Over the past year, the City Council has been doing all it can to manage the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and maintain critical services that help to protect and support citizens.
Larches Green Park Flood Lights
We are a group of 5 students from the University of Birmingham running a 6-week campaign with the aim of the city council to install flood lights in Larches Green Park.
Youth Rules Lockdown 2021 – Exhibition
Each piece in this exhibition was submitted as an entry to the Youth Rules Lockdown 2021 competition.
Birmingham Open Studios
Birmingham Open Studios returns this September, bigger than ever before, and now covering even more of the city.
Dozens of artists and creators exhibiting from their own homes and studios on the weekends of 18/19th and 25/26th September. Artists who cannot exhibit from their own homes can buddy-up or use a community space. The event is run like an art trail, and is free to visit and family friendly. The public can pick up printed guide books with maps from across the city, or follow the interactive map and guide on our website www.birminghamopenstudios.com
The event allows artists of all calibre to display and sell as much work as they like, all commission free! The interactive element between the artists and art lovers brings a personal element, and promotes community spirit. The event welcomes experienced and brand new artists of all calibres and styles. However, all art must be tangible and non-performance.
Artists can exhibit between one, or all 4 days of the event. The event runs 11am-5pm each day. The membership fee is £42 for the event regardless of how many days they participate.
If you wish to know more, please visit our website and read our About Us and FAQ sections, and sign up online. The deadline for submissions is July 15th
Any questions, please use the contact us form online