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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(0.9mi)

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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(0.9mi)

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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(4mi)

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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(4.4mi)

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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(4.4mi)

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

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History & Heritage

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(4mi)

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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(4.5mi)

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Let's Do Lego! at Moor Pool Hall

Moor Pool's Let’s Do Lego sessions offer a relaxed and creative space for children of all ages to build and play. We have lots of different bricks so there’s something for everyone to play with, from toddlers to teens. This session is free and open to all. No booking required, just turn up! Parents and carers can enjoy refreshments while the kids dive into a world of imagination.

Thu 23 Jul11:15Moor Pool Heritage Trust(3.1mi)

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DinoSTORY time

Join us for a fun reading of Am I Yours? by Alex Latimer (published by Oxford University Press), a heartwarming story about a little dinosaur egg trying to find where they belong. Get involved as we bring this story to life in our amazing theatre space. Expect lots of interactive moments for little explorers as we go on a journey through the prehistoric world of dinosaurs. Stamp your feet, laugh along, and get ready to give your best dinosaur ROAR! This session is perfect for young dino fans and their grown-ups!Event InformationRecommended for children aged 8 years old and below. Children must be accompanied by an adult.Join us in The Theatre on Level 3 of Thinktank.Two sessions (10:45am and 11:45am) on Thursday 28 May and then every Thursday during and the summer holidays (Monday 20th July to Monday 31st August).Sessions last approximately 20 minutes.Included in the admission price.

Thu 23 Jul11:45Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum(4.6mi)

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Hidden Spaces Roof and Basement Tours

Thu 23 Jul12:00Aston Hall(4.5mi)

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Dino Dig

Step into the Science Garden and travel back millions of years at our exciting Dino Dig experience!Become a fossil hunter as you create your very own dinosaur fossil rubbings. Using dinosaur footprints and fossils, you’ll discover how scientists interpret the clues left behind by dinosaurs long ago.Get hands-on with our fossil handling collection and have a go at digging for fossils in our sand pit.Messy. Creative. Educational.Roars of fun for the whole family.Perfect for curious kids and grown-ups alike — come and dig into the past with us!Event InformationTwo drop-in sessions at 11am-12pm and 2pm-3pm.Activity runs Monday to Friday and select weekend days during the Summer holidays (Mon 20st July to Fri 28th Aug).Location: Thinktank Science Garden (subject to weather).Included in the admission price.

Thu 23 Jul12:00Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum(4.6mi)

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Move It or Lose It

Move It or Lose It? At St Germain's Church? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Thu 23 Jul12:30St Germain's Church(2.3mi)

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Discovery Tour of Blakesley Hall

Join us for Discovery Tours at Blakesley Hall!A guided tour of this fascinating Tudor building. With a changing schedule, each tour offers new stories and a fresh perspective on the Hall’s rich history. Don’t miss the chance to uncover something new! Guided tour starts at 12.00pm and lasts 45 minutes. Tour included in your admission ticket.Pre-booking is recommended to guarantee your place on the tour. When you book your admission tickets, you'll have the option to book a tour ticket on the next webpage.

Thu 23 Jul13:00Aston Hall(4.5mi)

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Workshops & Classes

Fabulous Fossils Workshop

Led by our friendly Learning team, in this workshop you'll find out how fossils are formed, and get the chance to make a fizzy exploding dinosaur fossil of your own to take home! Event Information:This is a ticketed event.Workshops run on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays during May Half Term and Summer holidays at 1pm and 2:45pm.Workshops will be held in The Studio, Level 2.Workshops run for 45 minutesPre-booking is strongly advised: tickets are available online as an add-on activity when you purchase your admission tickets.

Thu 23 Jul14:00Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum(4.6mi)

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West Bromwich BID General Update 2026 – Levy Payers Only

Wesley Church Entrance, 291 High Street, West Bromwich, B70 | 22nd Sep 2026 (10:00am - 12:00pm)

Thu 23 Jul14:30West Bromwich Town Centre(1.1mi)

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Detached – Stone Cross, West Bromwich

Detached Youth Work is a model of youth work practice, targeted at vulnerable & excluded young people who mainstream youth work and services may not reach. It takes place on young people’s own territory such as streets, cafés, parks, outside shops etc. – at times that are appropriate to them and on their terms. It […]\n

Thu 23 Jul17:00Just Youth(3.2mi)

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Venues with events near West Smethwick

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Brasshouse Community Centre0.9 miles away West Bromwich Town Centre1.1 miles away St Germain's Church2.3 miles away

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West Midlands, England

West Smethwick is in West Midlands, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings West Smethwick events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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