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Dear Neighbours, Welcome to your July issue of My Kings Heath. If your business includes Kings Heath as part of its target market then you should be advertising with us. Or if you have a story of local interest to tell then please let me know.
In this issue Fletchers takes York Rd by storm
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Moseley Folk Festival
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New bar opens in Kings Heath The countdown begins
The simple pleasures in a vegbox 10 Fitness 4 Life 12 New Gym opens in Kings Heath
A new roof at last
For Kings Heath Library
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What is tooth whitening?
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Advice from a local dentist
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Put some adventure into your life 18 Bear Grylls’ style
Three Local Charities
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Kings Heath Walk of Fame
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Kings Heath Farmers’ Market
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How to support your local charities and maybe win some money! York Road’s rocking past remembered
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New kid on the block There’s a new place to see and be seen in Kings Heath – Fletchers bar on York Road opens on 5 July. Fletchers is a chic and stylish bar with a retro industrial look, complemented by gorgeous vintage fabrics and walls, and an imaginative use of lighting. You would not believe the transformation from the slightly scruffy, homely Cornerstones Café it used to be to the sexy, funky bar it has now become. The bar offers a range of good wines and real ales and serves cocktails if that’s what you fancy. You can also get something to eat from their mouth-watering menu. There is comfy sofa seating as well as high bar stools, and an intimate outside walled courtyard area for those balmy summer evenings (we should get one or two). Before it even opened Fletchers was chosen to host the launch of the Kings Heath Walk of Fame at the end 4
of June with live bands performing throughout the afternoon. You can expect to find regular live music, comedy and cabaret as well as quiz nights and wine tasting events at Fletchers. It is a great place for a quick after work drink, romantic night out, or a boozy evening with your friends. This fabulous addition to the already buzzing nightlife on York Road has been launched by local businesswoman Tracy Fletcher who runs the Kitchen Garden Café in partnership with Brett Rehling. Opening times Fletchers is open evenings and weekends, Thursday-Saturday until 1pm, Sunday-Wednesday until 11pm.
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What's on Comedy
Kill for a Seat Comedy Club
A snapshot of what’s on around Kings Heath in July and August
guided tours will be available for a small fee. Free admission. On: 15 July At: Highbury Hall, Yew Tree Road For info: 303 2050
This comedy club is in full swing on the first Friday of every month On: 6 July & 3 August At: mac Cocktails in For info & tickets: 446 3232
the Gardens
Food, drinks and music in the Hill Garden Sell-out comedy On: 9 August night with fabulous At: Birmingham all-female line up. Botanical Gardens On: 11 July At: Kitchen Garden Café For info and tickets: bbgardens.org/cocktails For tickets: www.wegottickets.com
Laughing Cows
Events
Bee Activity Day
Workshops, talks & children’s activities focused Moseley Folk on bees. Free entry. On: 28 July Festival Three days of live music At: Martineau Gardens For info: www.martineauin Moseley Park. This gardens.org.uk year’s line up includes Echo and the Bunnymen, The Destroyers and Steeleye Span. KOSUGE1-16 On: 31 Aug – 2 Sept The Playmakers At: Moseley Park For info and tickets: A new playful and family www.moseleyfolk.co.uk friendly interactive installation by Japanese Summer Open Day husband and wife artists Chishino Kurumada Enjoy BBQ with and Takashi Tsuchuyia burgers and hot dogs, strawberries and cream and named after the with Pimms on the lawn district they live in on at this beautiful historic the outskirts of Tokyo. On: 7 July – 9 Sept building. Chamberlain At: mac memorabilia will be For info & tickets: 446 3232 on display and
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General
Moseley Farmers’ Market Fresh locally produced farm produce and crafts. On: 28 July & 25 August At: Village Green For info: 449 3156
Kings Heath Farmers’ Market Fresh local produce. On: 7 July & 4 August At: Kings Heath Village Square For info: www. kingsheathfarmers market.org
Music
The Destroyers A collection of rogues and misfits from the Birmingham Conservatoire, conceived in 2006 at the legendary Balkan Basement jam sessions in Moseley. On: 7 July At: mac For info and tickets: 446 3232
The Low Anthem American indie folk band visit mac for a gig in the outdoor arena On: 20 July At: mac For info and tickets: 446 3232
Poetry
Book Launch Two new poetry books from Knives Forks and Spoons Press. Bobby Parker reads from Comberton, and Meredith Andrea reads from Organon. Free event – all welcome. On: 17 July At: Kitchen Garden Café For info: 443 4725
Poetry Bites With Nick Person and Jane Seabourne. Floor spots available for those who arrive early. On: 24 July At: Kitchen Garden Café Tickets on door or via: jacquirowe@hotmail.co.uk
Sport
Tennis Open Day Edgbaston Archery and Lawn Tennis Society’s annual open day where you can play tennis and have coaching, enjoy strawberries and cream and Pimms and generally soak up a taste of Wimbledon. On: 8 July, 10.00 – 4.00 At: Edgbaston Archery and Lawn Tennis Society, 14A Westbourne Road, Edgbaston For info: ealtsmembership@ gmail.com
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Moseley Folk Festival The countdown begins to the seventh annual Moseley Folk Festival. Returning to the tranquil setting of Moseley Park on 31 August & 1, 2 September 2012, the Moseley Folk Festival offers an inner city Shangri-la bringing together people from all ages and backgrounds to witness folk legends playing alongside their contemporaries.
To avoid booking fees there will also be the option to send in a postal form which is now available from the website. Alternatively, you can pick up the tickets in person from The Zen Shop in Moseley or Polar Bear Records in Kings Heath.
This year’s fabulous line up includes Echo and the Bunnymen, The Destroyers, Steeleye Span, Roy Harper, and the local and beloved Micky Greaney. You can see the full list of artists on the website www.moseleyfolk.co.uk Doors open at 2pm on Friday and 11am on Saturday and Sunday, each day finishes at 10.30pm. The first acts are on soon after the gates open and Main Stage headliners are the last act of the day beginning their performance at around 9pm. Full performance times will be on display at the festival information tent and the bar and in the festival programme. Tickets for Moseley Folk Festival 2012 are now on sale from the website. Under 12s go free when with a paying adult, adult prices start from £28.50, and child prices start from £13.00. Please mention My Kings Heath when responding to adverts
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Where to eat Blue Ginger
Kababish
Piquant
Tel: 0121 444 0999
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Tel: 0121 249 1216
Singapore & Malaysian 32 Poplar Road Kings Heath Birmingham, B14 7AD
Balti 29 Woodbridge Road Moseley Birmingham, B13 8EH
Indian 18 St Mary’s Row Moseley Birmingham, B13 8JG
Bombay Rickshaw Co Kitchen Garden Indian Takeaway 13-15 York Road Kings Heath Birmingham, B14 7SA
Small plates (Tapas/mezze with British influences) 17 York Road, Kings Heath, B14 7SA
Sabai Sabai
Tel: 0121 443 1114
Tel: 0121 443 4725
Tel: 0121 449 4498
Carib Grill
Maison Mayci
Spice Merchant
Tel: 0121 449 8818
Tel: 0121 449 4413
Tel: 0121 444 1414
Caribbean 2 St Mary’s Row Moseley Birmingham, B13 8JG
French Patisserie 148 Alcester Road Moseley Birmingham, B13 8HS
Thai 25 Woodbridge Road Moseley Birmingham, B13 8EH
Kashmiri 36 Poplar Road Kings Heath Birmingham, B14 7AD
Jade Restaurant Manic Organic Cantonese BYO & takeaway 88 St Mary’s Row Moseley Birmingham, B13 9EF
Organic vegetarian café 46 Poplar Road Kings Heath Birmingham, B14 7AG
Sweet Chillies
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Sylhet Spice Cuisine Bangladeshi 27-29 York Road Kings Heath Birmingham, B14 7SA
Tel: 0121 449 5556
Indian 27-29 Poplar Road Kings Heath Birmingham, B14 7AA Tel: 0121 441 2222
Tel: 0121 444 6644
Kashmiri 107 Alcester Road Moseley Birmingham, B13 8DD
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The simple pleasures in a vegbox I have been receiving a weekly vegbox from Riverford Organics for several months now as an experiment and the experience has been most enjoyable. Every week I check what’s in the box online and then arrange my other shopping around it. And what has surprised me is how creative it has made me in the kitchen. I have discovered new and delicious vegetables and learned new ways to cook. I might be easy to please, but I do get a thrill when I open my front door and there is a lovely box of healthy shiny fruit and vegetables on the doorstep. This week, for example I have cherries, bananas and satsumas for the fruit bowl, and broad beans in their shells, mushrooms, romano peppers, tomatoes, swiss chard and courgettes. Some weeks I get more ordinary vegetables like onions, potatoes and carrots but the contents of the box varies 10
completely from week to week. Also within the box there is usually a recipe card which includes a few suggested recipes for this week’s veg. Riverford has loads of different veg and fruit boxes to choose from, I have gone for the medium fruit and veg box which seems to be working out just fine. You can also add other things into your box – last week I bought some lovely organic ham, sheep’s cheese and home-made homity pies. I like getting a vegbox because I feel immense satisfaction feeding my family healthy, nutritious food. And having it delivered to my door certainly beats dragging my children round the supermarket!
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Fitness 4 Life A new state of the art gym has opened in Kings Heath above Poundland offering an excellent range of facilities and outstanding value for money. This impressive gym has more than 50 exercise machines, 18 punch bags, a full size professional boxing ring, extensive free weight section and a full matted area with MMA cage. The exercise machines include top of the range cardio and resistance machines. Fitness 4 Life Gym is a men only gym offering a full programme of weekly exercise classes for adults and children. The children’s classes are for boys and girls up to age 12. Despite offering superb facilities this gym is really affordable, there is no contract, you just pay as you go. The monthly fee is just £25 and there are some great introductory offers. Right now you can pay just £65 for 3 months and get the fourth month free. 12
The gym is open Monday to Friday 10am10pm and Saturday and Sunday 10am5pm. There is ample car parking with a pay and display car park on Institute Road and after 5pm the car park directly behind the Poundland is free of charge. To find the gym just look for the open door to the left of the Poundland entrance. There is a flight of stairs up to the first floor which leads to the gym.
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Kings Heath Library roof to be repaired Hooray! Kings Heath Library roof is finally being repaired. All the skylights will be replaced and the flat roof restored meaning the library will once again have natural light. The library previously closed during the winter of 2010/11, when heavy snow threatened to collapse the skylights of the listed building onto the bookshelves beneath. It was closed without notice for safety reasons, leaving regular visitors to wonder when or if it might re-open. Although it was reopened last March, visitors and staff have had to negotiate their way around scaffolding since 14
then. Now that the repairs are to go ahead, the library will need to close for around three weeks in June and July, starting on Monday 25 June. Returning Books During this period you can return your books to any Birmingham library or Kings Heath Community Centre on Heathfield Road. You can renew their books over the phone with any Birmingham library or online via www.birmingham.gov.uk â&#x20AC;&#x201C; remember you will need your PIN to do this.
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Tooth Whitening If you have ever wondered about tooth whitening then wonder no more, local dental surgeon Dr Ahmed Farooq explains all.
Tooth whitening is a process used to chemically alter the colour of teeth. This is achieved by removing stains and discolouration by adding a whitening agent (hydrogen peroxide) to the tooth surface. This results in the tooth looking whiter and gives an overall more youthful appearance.
due to natural erosion and exposure of the inner surface of the teeth (dentine), which is darker. The gums also recede with age, showing more root surface, which again tends to be a darker colour. The foods and drinks we consume also play a part. Drinks like red wine, tea and coffee can cause staining. Tar and nicotine from cigarette smoke are also major contributors.
Why do teeth become discoloured?
How white will my teeth become with chemical whitening?
The dazzling movie star teeth that you might see on TV are not a natural colour. Just because your teeth arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t as white as those Hollywood smiles, do not assume that they are discoloured. There is a natural variation in the colour of teeth from person to person.
The answer to this question is dependant on several factors. To start off with, as mentioned earlier, our age, lifestyle and natural tooth colour varies. For this reason, the effects of tooth whitening will vary. Most people, however, will respond very well to whitening treatments depending on what method is used. There are a small group of individuals who may only notice a small difference. The best person to advise you on your likely result
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will be your dentist. They will note your tooth colour before starting treatment, and they will try to estimate an outcome. Is tooth whitening safe? Tooth whitening is very safe when used under careful instructions from the dentist. The agent used comes in a gel form, which should not come into contact with the gums, as this may cause discoloration or burns. Most people experience no adverse reactions, but some patients may develop some sensitivity around the time of treatment depending on the strength of agent and method used. This can be easily resolved by using some sensitive toothpaste to mask the effect and by avoiding hot or cold food for 48 hours.
What are the benefits of tooth whitening? Whitening is now relatively cheap and easily accessible from your dentist. The main benefit is a healthier looking smile without removing any of the tooth structure. Whitening is a much more conservative approach to changing a smile compared to crowns and veneers, as these methods result in changing the shape of the tooth. For any information or ideas for future article please contact us at: reception@allsaintsdentalclinic.co.uk Author: Dr Ahmed Farooq, BMedSci (Bham), BDS (Bham), MJDF (RCSEng), All Saints Dental, Kings Heath
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Do you love adventure and hanging out with friends? Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the reason Bear Grylls gives for volunteering as Chief Scout. If you want more excitement in your life and would like to give something back to the next generation then read on. Does the idea of fire-lighting, den building, water sports, orienteering and survival skills give you a bit of a buzz? Then this opportunity will be right up your street. Moseley Scout Group needs a handful of volunteers to help lighten the load for the existing team of 12 leaders and parent helpers. Volunteering with the scouts is an immensely rewarding experience and completely flexible. So you can give as much or as little time as you can, when it is convenient for you. You will get free training â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which takes up 2-3 days at the most and includes things like an introduction to scouting history and ethos, child protection and health and safety. 18
When qualified, you will typically help out at Beaver, Cub or Scout sections. And really, the icing on the cake is the chance to help out on camp events, night time wide games, and you can put your name forward for the international scouting jamboree which happens every 4 years and attracts thousands of scouts from all over the world. Moseley 220th Scout Group meets at St Agnes Church Hall on the corner of Billesley Lane and Dyott Road. For more information please call the Group Chairman on 07813 700 923. For more information about the Scout Association go to www.scouts.org.uk
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Kings Heath Walk of Fame We may think York Road is pretty cool these days but it pales in comparison with the York Road of the 60s when the Ritz Ballroom was in its heyday. An amazing list of top musicians and comedians were either born, lived in or performed in Kings Heath and the Ritz was at the centre of it all. People like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Moody Blues, The Kinks, Pink Floyd, Robert Plant, Jimmy Cliff and Gene Vincent all performed there back in the 60s. And a local music enthusiast is determined this rich musical heritage will not be lost in the mists of time. Ken Whitaker started his campaign with an article in the Birmingham Mail calling on people to send in their memories of the Ritz and he now has a wealth of stories and memories and has launched the Kings Heath Walk of Fame. On 27 June the Lord Mayor unveiled the first commemorative Birmingham Civic Society Music Plate on York Road at Cash Converters which was formerly the Ritz Ballroom. This will complement the existing Performance Rights Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performance birthplace plaque for UB40. On 16 July Toyah Willcox will be the first star to unveil her very own pavement plaque on York Road and will perform live at the Hare and Hounds that evening. The plan is for 30 pavement plaques, all on York Road, to be unveiled over the next two years including the likes of UB40, Frank Skinner and Robert Plant. 25
Putting the pleasure back into food shopping Kings Heath Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market moved to the stunning new village square late last year and what a difference it has made. There is now room for more stalls â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and since the move the stall numbers have been steadily increasing - there are now 25. And there is lots of open space which makes it an altogether more enjoyable place to be, especially on a pleasant summerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day. After a number of years struggling to keep the market going, particularly during the seven months when it was in 26
the temporary location of the car park behind the new All Saints Centre, the loyal core of 12-15 stallholders have been boosted by a further 10 stalls making it a lively vibrant market where you can buy everything you need for your weekly shop. Local people flock to the market every first Saturday of the month to stock up on everything from bread to beer.
If your shopping list looks something like this then you will be able to tick everything off at Kings Heath Farmers Market. * Meat – something nice for Sunday lunch * Poultry – a good weekday dinner * Fish – whatever looks good * Cheese – cheddar and something special * Goats cheese – for a bit of a change * Eggs – need enough for a cake and breakfasts * Bread and pastries – a nice large granary * Fruit and vegetables – good fruit bowl, salad, roasting and soup veg * Plants – put some colour into the front garden * Honey and beeswax – need a present for my sister * Garlic and olives – nibbles for friends * Game – for that dinner party coming up * Beer and wine – something for tonight * Handmade chocolates – a treat for the kids * Ground coffee and loose teas – some nice coffee
And while you go around buying locally grown and sourced produce you can get a spot of lunch on the go – unless you are able to ignore the tempting smells and sights of delightful home made food including samosas and pakoras, home made Italian food and South East Asian food. Not only is it good to buy food with a low carbon footprint and support local farmers – it is a leisurely, enjoyable day out where you may even bump into friends and have the time to catch up with their news. A far cry from the usual stressful supermarket dash. Steve Bairstow, one of the market organisers said: “Kings Heath is a perfect location for a farmers’ market, being on the number 50 bus route, the busiest route in Europe, and also the number 11 bus route. And with the new village square location we have room for at least 40 stalls which is a target we are now working towards. “Moving to the new location has put us at the very heart of the local community providing a valuable meeting place and bringing people together. We look forward to a bright future of growth and success.” Kings Heath Farmers Market is on the first Saturday of the month from 9am until 3.30pm. It is run by Kings Heath Business Association a group of local businesses who aim to make a difference to the local community and to Kings Heath.
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Whats on around Kings Heath for you and your little ones Baby Daze
Informal weekly drop in for parents and babies Thurs 12.30-2.30 At: All Saints Church Hall, Kings Heath
Water Babies Swimming sessions for babies
Toni's Tots Drama and storytelling for pre-schoolers from 18 months up
Every Monday, 10am At: The Hub, 318 Vicarage Road For details call: 07976 242 835
Mon & Sat At: St Thomas CofE School, Edgbaston For details call:
Mini Movers
Laura 01283 814 766
Tuesdays 10-12pm At: Cocks Moors Woods Leisure Centre, Kings Heath For details call:
Happy Yoga
Yoga classes for children aged 5-7 yrs Thurs & Sat At: Kitchen Garden Café, York Road For details call: 07813 1434 887
Stay & Play
Play and craft activities for pre-school children Wednesdays 10-12 At: St Agnes Church Hall, Billesley Lane
Soft play for babies and toddlers
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Music Within Antenatal music sessions to relax mum and stimulate baby Flexible timing At: Dacer Close, Stirchley For details call: Lindsay 459 1426
Music with Baby Massage Mummy Relax and Improve your
Baby Sensory
Music, instruments, fibre optic light shows, glowing bouncy balls, bubbles and much more At: The Scout Hut, Colmore Road, Kings Heath For details call: Karen 747 4720
Rhythm Time Music and movement for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers. At: Kings Heath Community Centre, Heathfield Road, Kings Heath For info: Vicky 447 7632
Get Crafty Craft sessions for 5-11 year olds
Last Sat of month At: Kings Heath Library For details call: 464 1515
Storytelling
bond & confidence.
Small friendly groups for parents and babies
At: Bishop Challoner Sports Centre For details call:
Most week days At: Dacer Close, Stirchley For details call:
Mondays at 2pm At: Kings Heath Library For details call:
Lindsay 459 1426
464 1515
Mondays – 11:10 – 12:10
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Garden Club
Outdoor nature activities for pre-school children Wednesdays at 1pm At: Kings Heath Community Centre, Heathfield Road For details call: 464 6717
Stay & Play
Play and craft activities for pre-school children Wednesdays and Thursdays 9.30-11.30 At: Kings Heath Community Centre, Heathfield Road For detaisl call: 464 6717
Stay & Play
Play and craft activities for pre-school children Tuesdays 9.30-11.30 At: Kings Heath Baptist Church, High St, Kings Heath For details call: 444 1230
Music Shakers
Enjoy music and dance with your baby or toddler Mon, Tues, Wed, or Thurs At: Institute Road, Kings Heath For details call: Marcella 449 5120
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