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Job Club

Sandwell Council’s Employment and Skills team Think Sandwell support residents of all ages from 16+ to find employment, including apprenticeships, and short training courses to help you get into work. Local Job Vacancies… Read More »Job Club

Thu 23 JulBrasshouse Community Centre(2.9mi)

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Children & Family

St John Ambulance (Youth Programme – Aged 5-11)

Being a Badger Badgers are the youngest St John people, aged under 11. Anyone can join a Badger Sett, which operate across England. Badgers usually meet once a week for… Read More »St John Ambulance (Youth Programme – Aged 5-11)

Thu 23 JulBrasshouse Community Centre(2.9mi)

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Arts & Culture

The Social Care Project Community Gardening and Craft Group, Thursday 10am

The SCP Community Gardening and Craft Group meets Thursday 10 -1pm (except 1st in month). An opportunity to get out and do some gentle exercise in the fresh air with friends or have a go at doing crafts inside. The SCP Work Shed is open on both Tuesday 10am till 1pm and Thursday 10am till 1pm

Thu 23 Jul10:00St Martin's(3mi)

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Crossroads Cafe 9-3

Time: Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 09:00Details: Location: Chester Road Baptist ChurchPostcode: B73 5HU

Thu 23 Jul10:00Crossroads Cafe(4.3mi)

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2026-07-23 09:30 - Pantry

Time: Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 09:30Details: Main siteLocation: Christ Church BirminghamPostcode: South Aston URC

Thu 23 Jul10:30Christ Church Birmingham(3.3mi)

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Pantry

Time: Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 09:30Details: Main siteLocation: Christ Church BirminghamPostcode: South Aston URC

Thu 23 Jul10:30Christ Church Birmingham(3.3mi)

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History & Heritage

My First Museum Tour - Summer

Join us at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery where we are giving families the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed, child friendly tour of the museum.We'll discuss what makes a museum, discover some of the history of the museum, examine the exhibits and most importantly, show you how to make the most of your visit!Our Museum & Art Gallery has many opportunities for families to enjoy themselves, including reading corners to spaces for drawing.To start the tour, we will meet at the top of the stairs by the main entrance. From there, we will explore most of the museum. The museum is accessible via a lift on Edmund Street or steps on Chamberlain Square.

Thu 23 Jul10:30Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery(4.2mi)

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Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Kids Jewellery Workshop

Have a go at making your own piece of jewellery with the help of our friendly learning team in this special children’s jewellery workshop activity.Design and create either a bracelet or pendant, learn and use real jewellers’ techniques like texturing metal, hammering, stamping and enamelling to make something unique and personal to take home with you.Pre-booking is essential as places are limited.Recommended for ages 8 and up. For safety reasons we cannot accommodate under-5s.Children must be accompanied by one adult. Due to limitations on space, strictly only one adult per booking.Workshop lasts 2 hours.Please be advised the workshop can be noisy. Ear defenders can be provided or bring your own.Child tickets only. Adults not accompanied by a child are not permitted on this workshop. Visitor Reviews:"It was great, 100 stars.""I've done jewellery making at the MAC with Vanessa and really appreciated the opportunity to share jewellery making with my son today.""I liked the fact that we had something to take away and keep."

Thu 23 Jul11:00Aston Hall(3.1mi)

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Thu 23 Jul11:00Fellows & Sons(3.6mi)

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Hidden Spaces Roof and Basement Tours

Step beyond the gallery walls and into the hidden heart of Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery. Our 'Hidden Spaces Tours' offer a rare opportunity to explore areas of the building that are usually closed to the public — including storerooms, tucked-away corridors, and architectural gems often overlooked.Join our expert guides as you:Wander through off-limits spacesSoak in the incredible Victorian architecture from a new perspectiveHear about recent and upcoming renovation projectsEncounter a few collection superstars along the wayEnjoy quirky tales from Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery's colourful past, from mysterious goings-on to hidden passagewaysThe building itself is one of our most fascinating artefacts, come and experience it in a whole new light.

Thu 23 Jul11:00Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery(4.2mi)

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