Category Archives: Events

Westley Vale Warm Up

Posted on November 13, 2015 by Kit Barlow

We are lucky to have the 5.5 acre Westley Vale Millennium Green in our area, offering a chance to get close to the natural world and a relaxing place to enjoy a walk or jog.  This time of year you can spot … Continue reading →

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Clean Up and Tidy Morning on the Grand Union Canal – This Sunday

Posted on October 8, 2015 by Kit Barlow

We are lucky here in Acocks Green to have a stretch of the Grand Union Canal enhancing our local environment. The canal adds to the local heritage and offers humans and wildlife an oasis of calm. With the added greenery of Westley Vale Millennium … Continue reading →

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Heritage Week come to Acocks Green

Posted on September 20, 2015 by Kit Barlow

On Wednesday, as part of National Heritage Week, Acocks Green was graced by a visit from the Ikon Gallery Canal Boat and activities for local people to enjoy on Westley Vale Millennium Green. There were guided walks around Westley Vale, blackberry-picking, clay … 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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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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