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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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Library Coffee Morning Restarts

Posted on April 9, 2022 by Kit Barlow

Great news! Before Covid 19 the popular coffee mornings at Acocks Green Library were a friendly drop-in for local people. It is great to hear that this relaxed social morning starts again this week (14th April). Everyone is welcome to … Continue reading →

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Drumming Together

Posted on March 4, 2020 by Kit Barlow

Make a noise in the library, feel the beat and get into the rhythm.. it’s amazing what goes on at libraries these days! Book a place today.

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Teenager? Stressed?

Posted on April 22, 2018 by Kit Barlow

Here is something you might find useful..

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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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Commemorating World War I in the Village

Posted on May 6, 2014 by Kit Barlow

This year commemorates 100 years since the beginning of World War I. It is a time therefore, to remember those who were lost in the effort to protect our country during the war years 1914 to 1918, including some former residents … Continue reading →

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**** Stop Press******Baroque Music – Wednesday 21st November,7.30pm @ St Mary’s Church, Acocks Green

Posted on November 17, 2012 by Kit Barlow

******* The CBSO Baroque Players will grace Acocks Green with their enchanting music again – this Wednesday – 7.30pm , St Marys Church, Warwick Rd.  Free Entry, collection at end. Refreshments, everyone welcome ***************************** See below the write up of … Continue reading →

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How to Improve Street Life

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Kit Barlow

Acocks Green Library is hosting what promises to be an interesting and relevant talk on Wednesday 8th December at 6.30pm.  The speaker is Phil Jones who is an urban designer and author of  Manual for Streets. He will talk about … Continue reading →

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Music to Our Ears – Swansong at the Library

Posted on August 8, 2010 by Kit Barlow

This is a review of a recent musical event that took place at Acocks Green Library on 21st July – Swansong.  Thanks to David Treadwell for his review.  If you would like to attend the next musical evening (22nd September) contact … Continue reading →

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Lots Happening at Acocks Green Library

Posted on July 27, 2010 by Kit Barlow

Every Wednesday during the school holidays there are activities for children from 6 to 11 yrs at Acocks Green Library. Each sessions lasts from 10 to 11.30am, (apart from Wed 28th July which has a 12 – 1). The sessions … Continue reading →

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