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In this issue Fresh veg to your doorstep
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Edwardian summer fete at Winterbourne Gardens
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The psychology of sport
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The Apprentice finalist inspires local pupils
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Planning a wedding?
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Fundraisers get on their bikes for Sports Relief
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Diamond Jubilee tea party
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Bowled over
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How to choose your organic vegbox
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Kill for a Seat Comedy Club This comedy club is in full swing on the first Friday of every month On: 4 May & 1 June At: mac For info: 446 3232
A snapshot of what’s on around Edgbaston in May and June
On: 19 May At: St Augustine’s Church, Lyttelton Road For info: 454 2240
Edwardian Summer Fete Family day out with lawn games, Morris Dancers, traditional amusements, baking and gardening competition and refreshments. On: 26 May At: Winterbourne House & Garden, 53 Edgbaston Park Road For info and tickets: 414 3003
da Vinci drawings from the Royal Collection. On: 13 Jan – 24 June 2012 At: Barber Institute of Fine Arts, Edgbaston Park Road For info: 414 7333
Pugin, Durer and the Gothic
As part of the Birmingham-wide celebration of the bicentenary of Pugin’s birth this display will showcase the eight prints and single drawing by Durer from the Barber’s collection as well as stained-glass by Church Fete two other 16th century A traditional fete to include Morris Dancers, German artists. fairground organ, bouncy On: 13 Jan – 24 Dragon Boat Festival castle, bric a brac, goods June 2012 for sale, side show stalls, At: Barber Institute of A charity dragon Fine Arts, Edgbaston tea and cakes etc. boat race day to raise Park Road On: 30 June, 12-4pm funds for the Rotary For info: 414 7333 At: St Augustine’s Club of Edgbaston. Church, Lyttelton Road On: 12 May, 10am-4pm At: Edgbaston Reservoir For info: 454 2240 For info: www. Ben Calvert & edgbaston-convention. the Swifts rotaryweb.org The Age of A rare home town show from this post-folk Leonardo Diamond Jubilee band for the release Christian Themes in Concert of their second single Italian Renaissance Prints. The band of the West Valpolicella Girl. Their This special display Midlands Fire Service acclaimed debut album features ten works by will entertain you with Festive Road is out now. some of the greatest popular light classics to On: 13 May 16th century Italian print mark Her Majesty The At: mac makers including some Queen’s 60th anniversary For info & tickets: 446 3232 of the finest Leonardo on the throne.
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Icarus brings a theatrical experience for the whole family. A new piece of work which retells the fate of Icarus through storytelling, song, music, dance, physical theatre and visuals. Age 4+ On: 15-17 June At: mac For info & tickets: 446 3232
Unhappy Birthday Amy Lame invites you to share her birthday. Morrissey - icon for the bookish, bespectacled weirdos of the world – is invited too. Will he turn up? Cake, quiffs and craziness collide in a flurry of balloons and beer, against a soundtrack of nostalgic teenage obsession. On: 8 June At: mac For info &tickets: 446 3232
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Riverford's recipe of the month: Roasted Asparagus with Hazelnut Dressing [Serves 4] Ingredients: 750g asparagus | 75g
whole hazelnuts |3 tbsp olive oil | 2 tbsp hazelnut/walnut oil | 1 tbsp white wine or balsamic vinegar | salt + pepper 1. Preheat oven to 180˚C/gas mark 5. 2. Toast hazelnuts on a baking tray in oven for about 10 mins. 3. Remove from oven. Increase temp to 220˚C/gas mark 7 4. Place nuts in a clean tea towel, fold over and rub to remove the skin. Coarsely chop. 5. For the dressing whisk the nut oil, half the olive oil with salt, pepper and vinegar. 6. Place asparagus spears on a baking tray and toss with remaining oil, salt and pepper. 7. Roast in oven for about 12 mins, until lightly browning and tender. 8. Serve asparagus with a drizzle of dressing and a sprinkle of hazelnuts.
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Edwardian Fete at Winterbourne Gardens Step back in time on Saturday 26th May for a family day out, Edwardian style. Winterbourne House and Garden is hosting an Edwardian fete, complete with lawn games, morris dancers, and traditional amusements. There’ll be the chance to learn more about what Edwardians ate and why, visitors can also have a go at wearing Edwardian clothes with photographs to purchase to commemorate the day out.
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A village fete wouldn’t be complete without a competition, and Winterbourne’s event is no exception. All visitors are invited to take part in ‘Bake, Make or Propagate’, with categories such as Best Victoria Sponge or Strawberry jam. All participants must register their entry before the event and there is a small charge for entering. They
have even recruited a team of expert judges, including notable gardener, journalist and author Alys Fowler. Get baking, making or raking for a chance to win one of the many prizes up for grabs on the day. For information about how to enter you can visit Winterbourne’s website. There will be music, laughter and even if the sun doesn’t shine, there’s plenty for all the family to keep them busy.
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Entry into the house and tea room is free of charge. Admission to the gardens is £4.00 (£3.00 concession).
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KEHS Head of Sports Sarah Blanks with members of the Under 14 and Under 15 hockey teams.
KEHS Head of Sports, Sarah on the psychology of winning
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As London 2012 fast approaches, and with the spotlight firmly on sporting achievement this year, King Edward VI High School for Girls (KEHS) Head of Sports Sarah Blanks knows only too well how mental toughness is equally as important as physical ability. The former England Hockey team captain, who has over 150 caps to her name, and who also teaches Psychology at KEHS says: “Sports and psychology go hand in hand. Attitude is absolutely fundamental to success. It’s something we believe in very firmly at KEHS. “Whether you’re an Olympic athlete, or an eleven year old child who wants to learn how to do a forward roll, you are only going to succeed with a positive mental attitude. “The skills gained through sports are in many ways no different to those gained in the classroom – leadership, perseverance, motivation, setting and 14
achieving goals and self-discipline are all qualities needed for the girls to lead successful lives in the future. London 2012 will provide a focus for activities at KEHS over the coming months. “We’re currently working on a dance production involving over 100 dancers which will have an Olympics theme, says Sarah. “We’re also working on a project with the art department where the girls are creating pieces based on iconic sporting images. Sarah concludes: “My aim is that by the time our students have left us at 16 or 18, we have initiated a life-long love of sports and fitness that they can take with them into whatever career they pursue.”
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Apprentice Star Helps EHS Pupils Stay Ahead of the Game Pupils at Edgbaston High School for Girls have enlisted the help of former BBC Apprentice finalist Claire Young to help them stay ahead of the business competition. Fourteen year old (Year 10) pupils at the school were joined by over 150 pupils from girls’ school across the UK for the first round of ‘Ahead of the Game’, a competition which aims to encourage girls to ‘think like an entrepreneur’.
to gain much valued enterprise skills. The UK desperately needs to increase its percentage of women in business and initiatives like ‘Ahead of the Game’ will help to create the next generation of female entrepreneurs.”
After developing their business ideas, 28 teams were required to pitch for funding and one of only 10 places in the second round.
The event, hosted at Edgbaston High School, is one of four regional Enterprise Days across the UK. The winning teams from the first round will be selected shortly, all of whom will be invited to put their proposal into action during the second round of the competition later this year. The competition culminates with the final round in London in early December when the overall winners will be announced.
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Edgbaston fundraisers get on their bikes for sport relief A group of employees from an edgbaston based storage company have taken part in a run and bike ride to raise money for Sport Relief. Access Self Storage employees Carl Larkin and Julian Hamilton completed a nine mile canalside run from the Erdington to Selly Oak Store. The route took in refreshments at the mailbox and Carl’s dubstep sounds provided the soundtrack for the second half of the journey past Five Ways and Birmingham University in Edgbaston. They were joined at the Selly Oak store by Malcolm McGlone (Coventry), and Selly Oak Customer Richard Barnaby on bikes. The four hardy souls then rode canalside to Coventry, firstly via the Grand Union Canal where one of the participants who shall remain unamed, auditioned for Jackass and nearly ended up in the water. The second leg of the 22
bike ride was by road and culminated in a 28 mile trip by the time the group reached Coventry which was a great achievement. A great time was had by all and special thanks go to Malcolm for arranging a pizza at the finish, and sales manager Jason Jones for providing Jelly Babies and Lucozade Sport at various checkpoints throughout the route. So far the event has raised over ÂŁ100 with more donations coming in. You can make a donation by visiting and a video of the day is also available for viewing at http://my.sportrelief.com/ sponsor/accessrunandride
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Whats on around Edgbaston for you and your little ones Water Babies
Swimming sessions for babies Mon & Sat At: St Thomas CofE School, Edgbaston For details call: Laura 01283 814 766
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Drama and storytelling for pre-schoolers from 18 months up Every Monday, 10am At: The Hub, 318 Vicarage Road, Kings Heath For details call: 07976 242 835
Cornerstone Parent and Toddler Group Stay and play for parents and children up to 5
Wednesday 1.30-12.00 At: Church of the Redeemer, Monument Road For details call: 07812 332 430
Hawkesley Mini Gym Soft Play Soft play for pre-school children and babies
Wednesday 9.30-11.30 At: Woodview Primary School, Woodview Drive For details call: 0121 265 2650
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Kanga and Roo's Parent and Toddle Parent and toddler group
Thursday 1.30-3.00 At: St Peters Church Hall, Old Church Road, Harborne For details call: 0121 426 6034
Lillian de Lissa Stay and Play Stay and play for children up to 3 years old
Wednesday 9.15-11.15 At: Lillian de Lissa Nursery School, Bellevue For details call: 0121 440 3421
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Music, instruments, fibre optic light shows, glowing bouncy balls, bubbles and much more At: Walker Memorial Hall, Ampton Road For details call: Karen 0121 747 4720
Baby Boppers Dance class for children over 3 years
At: Adage Dance & Fitness Studios, 174-176 High Street, Harborne For info: 428 2732
Rhythm Time
Music and movement for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers. Age appropriate classes available. At: Woodview Community Centre, Edgbaston For info: Vicky 0121 447 7632
Outdoor stay and play Enjoy the great outdoors with your little ones Thursdays at 11-1pm At: Winterbourne Gardens, Priory Road For details call: 0121 440 7430
Pram Pushers P&T Play group for up to 4 year old children
Thursday 9.30-11.30 At: Pram Pushers P & T, Lyttelton Road For details call: 07867 796 286
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Diamond Jubilee Tea Party Judy Dyke, partner at Tyndallwoods Solicitors plans to host a Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Tea Party in support of Edward’s Trust in May. During the afternoon the work of Edward’s Trust supporting children and families during serious illness and bereavement will be showcased. Representatives from the Trust, local celebrities and Father Christmas (yes we know it’s in May!) will join staff of Tyndallwoods and guests as they celebrate the momentous occasion of the Queen’s sixty years on the throne. There will also be an exhibition of art work created by service users of Edward’s Trust ‘Expressions of Grief ’. In recent months Judy has gathered a collection of Union Flag items to decorate Tyndallwoods premises at Woodbourne for the party. 26
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Bowled over In France you’ll find families, groups of men, couples, and groups of young adults all doing it. Bowling that is – or Boules as they call it. So what do they know that we don’t? Crown Green Bowling is one of very few sports that can be enjoyed by young and old alike and by people of all levels of fitness. It is the perfect sport to bring all members of the family together. And Central Edgbaston Bowling Club on Harborne Road is the perfect place to go for an enjoyable sunny afternoon with a bit of exercise and friendly competition. This delightful club was established in 1888 and was reputed to have been visited by none other than Winston Churchill when he was in office.
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As well as a lovely bowling green, there is a club house with a bar that opens on match days, tea and coffee facilities, pool table, dart board and dominoes. Weekly activities: Tuesday 11am - 1.30 – over 60s mixed Wednesday evening – any age (9-90) mixed Thursday evening – any age mixed Friday 11am – 1.30 – over 60s mixed Saturday 3-6pm – any age mixed Sunday 11-2.30 – any age mixed
You can either join in with these activities as a member, or a visiting non member, or you can use the green at other times for games of your own or join the members for a friendly game. If you decide to join and compete in one of the leagues then you will be part of a team that travels around the region playing matches and hopefully adding to the impressive display of trophies and awards.
The club is looking for new members so if you are interested all you need to do is call and arrange a visit. Central Edgbaston Bowling Club 44a Harborne Road Edgbaston Birmingham B15 3HE
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