Category Archives: Events

Get Your Photo in Next Year’s Calendar!

Posted on September 24, 2024 by Kit Barlow

Have you been out and about around the Acocks Greeen area and captured any interesting, quirky or scenic views? Send them in and you might see your photo appearing in the next Acocks Green Calendar 2025. The AG calendar is … Continue reading →

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Neighbourhood Forum Public Meeting -24th September

Posted on September 15, 2024 by Kit Barlow

Make a note in your diary.. everyone welcome! Click on link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84031443311

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Last Chance to Speak Up about our Community Libraries

Posted on August 29, 2024 by Kit Barlow

Residents have until the Thursday 26th September to have their say about the future of our community libraries. There is also a chance to share your views in person. (See below). The council has given feedback from the first phase … Continue reading →

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Our Community Libraries under Threat – Time for Action

Posted on July 11, 2024 by davidtreadwell

Because of the financial situation within Birmingham City Council, there are plans to make savings across all council services, including our local libraries. The Neighbourhood Forum knows what an important role the community libraries play to many local people. Not … Continue reading →

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Acocks Green Rocks!

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Kit Barlow

Do you play a rock band instrument or sing? Would you like the opportunity for a free workshop where you can learn tunes and make music together? If so, come to the Brum Rocks workshops at Fox Hollies Forum, Acocks … Continue reading →

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Springtime Festival – Support Acocks Green Village in Bloom

Posted on April 22, 2024 by Kit Barlow

On Saturday 4th May we have a celebration of Springtime in the village, (and hopefully good spring weather!) Acocks Green Village in Bloom are hosting an event to raise funds and celebrate their successes (8 consecutive Gold Awards). There will … Continue reading →

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West Midlands Mayoral Elections 2024

Posted on April 4, 2024 by Kit Barlow

On the 2nd May citizens of the West Midlands are invited to the polling stations to vote for the next Mayor of West Midlands. Hopefully you will have received your polling cards by now. Andy Street has been the West … Continue reading →

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Seed Swapping and Sowing this Sunday

Posted on March 22, 2024 by Kit Barlow

Spring has sprung and it’s a time to think of gardening! Come along and meet some of the Village in Bloom Team, sow seeds, swap seeds (if you have spare) and get some tips on how to grow your own … Continue reading →

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Support Acocks Green Library’s Read In – Saturday 23rd March

Posted on March 18, 2024 by Kit Barlow

We have all heard about the financial crisis that Birmingham City Council is facing. Local libraries are under threat of closure. Libraries play a key part in our community, offering a safe space for people to read, meet and take … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Acocks Green Village in Bloom

Posted on February 8, 2024 by Kit Barlow

Everyone is invited to a celebration of the continued success of Acocks Green Village in Bloom. Following the popularity of last year’s Bloomin’ Good Night at Holy Souls Social Club, the event is being organised for another social fundraising evening … Continue reading →

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