Author Archives: Kit Barlow

Acocks Green Carnival **** Update Next meeting Thursday 15th January. If you would like to be a helping hand to the Carnival this year.******

Posted on November 4, 2014 by Kit Barlow

Acocks Green Carnival has been the biggest annual community get together for 41 years. Many local organisations take the opportunity to promote their causes and raise funds at this important family- focussed summer event. The planning for next year’s carnival starts early and … Continue reading →

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Yardley District Convention – Thursday 6th November

Posted on October 28, 2014 by Kit Barlow

An opportunity to find out more about the goings on in our constituency and voice your opinions to help plan future district priorities.  If you require more information contact: Kam Badhan, Professional Support Officer, Yardley District Office Tel: 0121 464 9095 or  … Continue reading →

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Open Day at the Historic Eastbourne House – this Saturday 4th October

Posted on October 1, 2014 by Kit Barlow

Many local people will be interested in the developments at Eastbourne House, Yardley Road. There was much relief that this beautiful Victorian building with many of its original features intact, has been conserved and it now houses a new music school. The … Continue reading →

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The Grand Union in Acocks Green – Adopting a Stretch of Canal.

Posted on September 19, 2014 by Kit Barlow

****** UPDATE: Great news that in the last week the Canals and River Trust have now removed the sunken burnt out barge that had been a serious obstacle to other boats. Thanks to Dave Treadwell for the photos. Also we have had … Continue reading →

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September 2014 -Lots to Learn and Enjoy at Stone Hall, Acocks Green ***Update*** Free Computer First Steps

Posted on August 9, 2014 by Kit Barlow

**UPDATE*** 11th September There are still places left in the Free Computer First Steps course. Do you or someone you know want to gain more confidence using IT? Or learn how to access the internet or use Word? Ask at Reception of … Continue reading →

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Advance of the Wheelie Bins! *** Updated with video****

Posted on August 3, 2014 by Kit Barlow

Wheelie bins in the Acocks Green Ward will be delivered during the month of October. However do not start using them until week commencing 24th November. A leaflet with all the information you need will be with the Wheelie Bin … Continue reading →

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Enter the Mythical Maze Reading Challenge

Posted on July 29, 2014 by Kit Barlow

If you want to encourage the kids to read more then this is the time – the Summer Reading Challenge is taking place at libraries across the country including Acocks Green Library. Children aged 4 to 11 are invited to … Continue reading →

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Why Whistles?

Posted on July 22, 2014 by Kit Barlow

Many locals and people passing through the village may have been struck by the display of whistles on the central island in Acocks Green. Yes they are whistles! A floral display was designed and produced by Birmingham City Council for … Continue reading →

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School Holiday Activities

Posted on July 20, 2014 by Kit Barlow

Click on images below, to enlarge There are also lots more activities around Birmingham during the school holidays, many of which are free. A Family Daysaver costs £8 on the bus, (Up to 2 adults and 4 Children). Click the link … Continue reading →

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Village in Bloom – Commemoration

Posted on July 13, 2014 by Kit Barlow

Thanks to Fran Lee for this uplifting news story – Some of  the members of The Acocks Green Village in Bloom team had been looking after the War Memorial in front of our library since 2007 and this has been … Continue reading →

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