Litter Flytipping
This message from PCSO Lorraine Whelan about local flytipping has been circulated via the WMNow mailing list.
News
Launch of Unity Streets
Unity Streets are a community organisation based in Balsall Heath. They will be holding a launch event on Saturday 18th January 12-4pm, at the B12 Urban Village Hub, Mary Street, Balsall Heath (situated next to the Anawim building)
There will be entertainment, refreshments, stalls and many more!
Everybody is welcome!
Joint Sparkbrook & Balsall Heath East & Balsall Heath West Wards meeting
You are invited to the next joint Sparkbrook & Balsall Heath East & Balsall Heath West Wards meeting on Wednesday 22 January at 6.30pm at Sparkbrook Health & Community Centre, Grantham Road.
Wednesday Beginners Yoga classes with Julie Baker
Wednesday Beginners Iyengar Yoga classes with Julie Baker, 7.30 – 9pm at Birmingham Buddhist Centre.
Events at The Old Print Works
Aiming to start the new year learning or developing a new skill? At The Old Print Works you can try your hand at textiles, sewing, yoga, pottery or analogue photography as well as enjoy art exhibitions and cafe stop.
ACP Type 2 Diabetes Support programme
We work with you and your GP to use the power of a wholefood diet and regular exercise to help you with your health.
‘The Gazette’ – December news from Balsall Heath Local History Society
More from The Lost Children project, delving into the story of a local business, the last Crimean War survivor and a giveaway for History lovers.
Code Your Future – Software Development Scholarships
Coding School for underprivileged people launches in Birmingham.
Deaf Zone Youth Club
Deaf Zone takes place at Small Heath Wellbeing Centre for young Deaf people, aged 11-25.
Basic English classes
English Classes for Beginners. Come along and improve your Reading, Writing , Listening and Speaking skills.
Job Vacancy – Share Shack Lead
Share Shack is a new project where people in the community have the opportunity to borrow useful items and learn how to use them. People can borrow things for short term use such as power tools, gardening things, kitchenware, events equipment…
We are pleased to announce the new role of Share Shack Lead in Balsall Heath. We are looking to recruit someone who has knowledge of the local area and who has a passion for sharing, the Share Shack space will be a place to share things and skills. If you would like to be considered, please send your CV and covering letter explaining why you are the right person for the role FAO Manisha Patel to jobs@theaws.org.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon Friday 13th December and interviews are scheduled to take place Friday10th January 2020.
A full Job Description and details on how to apply can be found here:
BAPA Award for Chantelle Faure
On the 19th October 2019, local resident Chantelle Faure received an Award at the Black and Asian Policing Association for her work as part of Unity Streets.
‘I was honoured to receive my Award for Community Champion, presented to me by Nichola Beckford BBC Presenter at the Tally Ho on Pershore Road. I received numerous nominations – from friends, family, service users and the local community. I was recognised for my hard work, commitments and sacrifices, going above and beyond to organise street parties, trips, events and so on. I have had no help or support of funders, despite being a mother of 6, with the youngest being 7 months old. Thanks to the Black And Asian Policing Association for shortlisting me.’
‘What Community Means To Me’
A Community Arts Project for women from In Her Shoes Birmingham CIC, funded by The National Lottery Community Fund.
‘The Gazette’ – November news from Balsall Heath Local History Society
This month read more about one of Balsall Heath’s famous sons, a plea to find a local war memorial and a great idea for a stocking filler.
Balsall Heath Community Festival (with Santa!)
We are pleased to announce that the Balsall Heath Community Festival be taking place on Friday 6th of December 2019 between 4:30 pm and 7:30 pm at the Farm and Venture site!