Author Archives: Kit Barlow

Allotments Get a New Environmentally-Friendly Loo

Posted on September 10, 2015 by Kit Barlow

Thanks to a grant form the Big Lottery Fund, Wharfland Allotments in Acocks Green have installed the first toilet on the site in it’s 110 year existence. The odourless eco-friendly toilet uses no water or electricity,  is solar powered and … Continue reading →

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Stone Hall Enrolment Week – Mon 7th to Sat 12th September 2015

Posted on September 2, 2015 by Kit Barlow

Its that time of year again to think about taking advantage of the Adult Education opportunities available in our area. English, Maths and beginner Computer courses are free and depending on your personal circumstances other courses may be free too. Here is … Continue reading →

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Greening of the Green – The Smart Route – Trees and Planters

Posted on August 30, 2015 by Kit Barlow

Here’s the news that many people have been waiting for.  Our Village in Bloom team has been advised of the details of the trees and shrubs which are going to planted on the ‘Smart Route.’ 17 trees will be planted directly in the ground. Due … Continue reading →

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Village in Bloom Presents Best Shop Front Award

Posted on August 25, 2015 by Kit Barlow

This year, as part of the Acocks Green Village in Bloom project, a Best Shop Front Award has been launched. The AG Village in Boom team recently presented the first award to The Swan Trio for their contribution. Fran Lee, … Continue reading →

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Like to Sing? This Sunday in Acocks Green

Posted on August 11, 2015 by Kit Barlow

Come and visit the lovely Eastbourne House, Yardley Road, home of the Kimichi Music School and lift your spirits with a Sing-a-Long.

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A Good Morning’s Work beside the Canal.

Posted on August 3, 2015 by Kit Barlow

Thanks to the 9 volunteers who turned up on a sunny Sunday morning to improve the Canal around Vineries Bridge. Lots of litter was collected, railings rubbed down and painted and weeding done. Steve, the Volunteer Co-Ordinator, brought along his … Continue reading →

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Summer Reading Challenge – Record Breakers!

Posted on July 22, 2015 by Kit Barlow

Birmingham Libraries have launched the latest Summer Reading Challenge for children to take part in during the school holidays.  The challenge is to read 6 books during their school break and to write a short review of each book, did … Continue reading →

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Get Active in Fox Hollies Park – Starts This Week

Posted on July 12, 2015 by Kit Barlow
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Family Funday at Stockfield Park – This Saturday

Posted on July 9, 2015 by Kit Barlow
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Acocks Green Carnival – this Saturday – 4th July

Posted on June 30, 2015 by Kit Barlow

Acocks Green Neighbourhood Forum will be represented at this year’s Carnival with a stall selling a variety of plants, some unusual ones too – from herbs and chilli peppers to colourful annuals, all at bargain prices, not the usual garden centre rates. There will be LOTS of … Continue reading →

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