Category Archives: Events

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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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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A Delightful Evening of Music at St Marys

Posted on July 6, 2014 by Kit Barlow

At the end of June, Swansong presented another enjoyable and cultured evening of music in the decorative and historical surroundings of St Marys. The audience of around 60 people were entertained by talented musicians Sally Minchin on violin and Rich … Continue reading →

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Acocks Green Carnival this Saturday – 5th July

Posted on July 4, 2014 by Kit Barlow

Roll Up, Roll Up for Acocks Green’s annual Community Get Together at Westley Road Recreation Ground (next to the Bus Garage).  There will a parade from Archbishop Isleys, Victoria Road, leaving at 1pm,  through the village and up Westley Road to the Carnival … Continue reading →

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Swansong Concert this Tuesday at St Marys

Posted on June 22, 2014 by Kit Barlow

Come along to the historic Church of St Marys, Warwick Road, on Tuesday (24th June) for a musical evening featuring classically trained musicians – Sally Minchin (violin) and Rich Hughes (piano). The evening promises music to suit all tastes, from classical to jazz … Continue reading →

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Community Clean Up along the Canal

Posted on June 10, 2014 by Kit Barlow

Thanks to the eleven people who turned up for the litter pick along the Grand Union Canal on Monday 9th June. Although litter is an on going problem, it was good to stop moaning about it and actually make a difference. So … Continue reading →

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Litter Pick along the Grand Union – Monday 9th June 7pm

Posted on June 8, 2014 by Kit Barlow

Acocks Green Neighbourhood Forum has decided to go out and take action on the litter problem that blights the canal towpath and embankment. We want local people to come along and help. We all hate litter and with an hour’s … Continue reading →

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