Category Archives: Events

Are You Registered?

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Kit Barlow

Anyone wishing to vote in the upcoming May elections, must be registered to do so and the deadline for registration is 18th April 2016. If you wish to vote and influence the democratic process you must be registered.

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Village in Bloom Launch Event

Posted on April 7, 2016 by Kit Barlow

Hoping to build on the success of last year’s GOLD award, the Village in Bloom Team will be launching the Acocks Green Village in Bloom Campaign 2016 at the Community Orchard on Saturday 16th April. Come along and support the event and learn … Continue reading →

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Magical Wardrobes in Acocks Green!

Posted on April 4, 2016 by Kit Barlow

Pop along to Acocks Green Library to experience this intriguing free exhibition. From the 2nd to 14th April. Even more reason to visit your local library.

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Tai Chi @ Westley Vale

Posted on March 24, 2016 by Kit Barlow

This ancient martial art has great health benefits and starts as a weekly class starts in April. Come along and find out more.  

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Woodberry Walk Clean Up

Posted on March 21, 2016 by Kit Barlow

Birmingham City Council Housing and a group of local active citizens spent a couple of hours litter picking down Woodberry Walk on Monday morning. Over 10 bags of litter were collected from the bushes as well as fly tipped building … Continue reading →

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Vote for Our Westley Vale Millennium Green!

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Kit Barlow

Tesco Bags of help Scheme Tesco has teamed up with Groundwork to launch its Bags of Help initiative across England and Wales. The scheme will see three community groups and projects in our area awarded grants of £12,000, £10,000 and £8,000 … Continue reading →

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Scrutinising the Police?

Posted on February 16, 2016 by Kit Barlow

West Midlands Police and Crime Panel have been in touch with the Neighbourhood Forum, asking us to share the news on this important role for any local people who might be interested: Two Independent Members Sought to Scrutinise the West … Continue reading →

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A Fruitful Day

Posted on February 7, 2016 by Kit Barlow

The weather was fine and so volunteers were out in force along the Grand Union Canal and Fox Hollies Park on Sunday, to help enhance our local green spaces. Litter picking, hedge and fruit tree planting took place on the … Continue reading →

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Feel the Rhythmn of the Beat

Posted on January 26, 2016 by Kit Barlow

A great opportunity for children, young people and families to learn a new and fun skill and perform at Acocks Green Carnival in the summer. Starting this Saturday.

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Public Meeting – 26th January

Posted on January 25, 2016 by Kit Barlow
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