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Posted on 9th November 2010 by colinhanno
Local schools and communities are being given the chance to showcase their creative talents by developing a piece of artwork that will be displayed in a new supermarket in Handsworth.
Creating the Masterpiece
Morrison’s have teamed up with neighbourhood managers, local residents, Police, Handsworth Historical Society and schools to create a piece of artwork for the new store, to open on Holyhead Rd in January 2011.
Planet Arts have been commissioned to work with local schools and the Handsworth Historical Society to generate ideas and themes for the artwork. Workshops will research the past, present and future aspirations for the area.
The final design for the artwork will be revealed at the Soho Awards Oscar ceremony on 18th November.
“This is a great example of partnership working between local residents, private and public sector agencies which will add to the enhancement of the area and help to get residents more involved in local regeneration initiatives.”
If you would like to know more or get involved in this initiative please contact Colin Hanno on 0121-675-2683 or email on colin.hanno@birmingham.gov.uk
Posted on 9th November 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: community, Community Arts, Morrisons working with the Community, Resident Involvement, services, working with schools
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Posted on 4th November 2010 by colinhanno
Do you know an unsung hero who takes pride in their local community? Someone who tirelessly works to improve and benefit their area?
The Soho Community Oscars has been organised as part of the Neighbourhood Management programme within the Soho Ward, to acknowledge and recognises the achievements of the local people, partners and elected members who have all contributed to improving neighbourhoods within the Soho Ward of Brimingham
There are 10 categories in which to nominate: Active Citizens Award, Arts & Culture Award, Environmental Achievement Award, Golden Citizen Awards, Local Business Award, Most Developed Neighbourhood Forum, Most Developed Resident-led Group, Partnership of the Year, The Safer Community Award and Young Person of the Year.
Closing dates for nominations is Monday 8th November with the award ceremony being held on Thursday18th November, 6-11pm at the Richardson Suite, West Bromwich Football Club.
“These awards are a great opportunity to celebrate the strengths of Soho and highlight the positive aspects of the neighbourhood. There are lots of examples of local residents giving up their time and helping others so it is vital that we acknowledge their work. I hope people will get behind the awards and think of a local individual or group who deserve this recognition and nominate them.”
If you know an individual or a local community group or service that has made a real difference in Soho, give them the opportunity to receive recognition for their hard work.
For a nomination form and guidlines please click on the links below or email Colin Hanno at colin.hanno@birmingham.gov.uk
Soho Oscars Guidance 1
Soho Oscars Nomination Form
Soho Ward Map
Posted on 4th November 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: active citizens, cohesion, community, employment, engagement, making a difference in Soho, soho acheivements, Soho Finger, Soho Oscars Awards, Summerfield
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Posted on 28th October 2010 by colinhanno
Unveiling Global Diversity Sculpture
The Global Diversity sculpture has recently been finished by Planet Art and is now ready to be installed at Waverhill Park on 4 November 2010. Over the past 7 months Planet Art delivered a number of workshops to facilitate people’s creative ideas to come up with designs for the sculpture which celebrates the cultural diversity of Handsworth and Neighbouring Communities.The sculpture will be unveiled at Waverhill Park, Waverhill Road, Handsworth on 4th November from 4pm-6pm as part of a celebratory event in the park. This is a free community event with free food and drink, entertainment and a small procession, as well as the unveiling of the sculpture. Refreshments will be served in Trinity Church adjacent to the park on Waver Hill Road.
Please come along and join in the fun!!!!
For more information contact Colin Hanno on 0121-675-2683 or email colin.hanno@birmingham.gov.uk
Posted on 28th October 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: Beyond Bricks, building cohesion in soho, engagement, families, Global Diversity, planet art, Resident Involvement, soho and diverse, waverhill park sculpture
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Posted on 28th October 2010 by colinhanno
Documenting your heritage
Are you interested in doing your own community heritage project , here is an opportunity to access funding to develop and deliver local heritage projects -this could be as simple as doing a photo documentary of your local area. In the late ninities I worked with a group of women in Coventry to deliver a photographic project which focused on the 3 generation of African Caribbean people living in the Hillfields area. The project enable us to capture the dreams , fears and aspiration of local people and was later exhibited at the Herbert Art Gallery. The women involved in the above project were all beginners but at the end of the project felt confident about their achievement. I am willing to share my experience with anyone interested in developing their own cultural or documentary project -you can contact me on 0121-675 2683 or email colin.hanno@birmingham.gov.uk
To find out more about the free heritage event see attached flyer for details or visit Heritage Lottery Fund website for a general overview of the type of projects that they support. For more information on the other partners that are jointly involved with staging the Free Heritage Event click on brap and birmingham library .
Posted on 28th October 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: cultural heritage, local heritage
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Posted on 16th October 2010 by colinhanno
As a part of Black History Month UBL and WMFS are hosting an event designed to inspire, empower and promote Black businesses; aimed at both experienced business owners and those new to business.
This event will offer:
• Speakers informing you how to keep your business safe
• A constructive workshop on the benefits of networking
• A fantastic opportunity to network and make connections
West Midlands Fire Service will ensure that you receive the best safety and business advice in a market place of stall holders, providing excellent information on how to grow a successful safe business in today’s climate.
Come to listen and be heard through the world of networking, making it possible for you to connect to your community.
Join in this exciting event which aims to connect Black businesses
Thursday 21 October 2010
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
West Midlands Fire Service Headquarters
Mosedale Suite, 99 Vauxhall Road,
Birmingham, B7 4HW
NUMBERS ARE LIMITED so please reserve your place or stall now by contacting Clarita or Verona: info@c3net.co.uk or 07970 731 198
Posted on 16th October 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: Black Businesses, Black History Month, Business, Business enterprise, Business networks, employment, social enterprise, West midlands Fire service
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Posted on 12th October 2010 by colinhanno
Ladywood Constituency was well represented at this year Heart Of England In Bloom Awards , eight resident led organisations from across Ladywood were recognised for thier efforts and hard work.
Ladywood Acheivers
Organisations were entered under the Neighbourhood category and receieved awards ranging from level 1 establishing to level 4 thriving award. This was a major acheivement for the constituency and respective wards
- Mohan Lal Gaddu receiving Award on Behalf of Matthew Boulton Forum
- Soho FingerForum representatives receiving award
Two Neighbourhood Forums representing the Soho Ward were highly commended for their efforts, Soho Finger Neighbourhood Forum received Level 3 Developing Award while Matthew Boulton Neighbourhood Forum went one step further by acheiving a level 4 Thriving Award which was the highest award across the constituency. Mohan Lal Gaddu stated that “it is hard work of everyone (reidents and officers) that has made this possible for Soho and I would like to see the positive transformation of the area continue” Some of the key features for the Soho ward include flower garden and tree planting by Children form the Brighter Kids Project at Soho Community Hall, Sensory Garden at St Michaels Church, Under the sun Sculpture on Soho Hill, Soho House and colourful hanging baskets.
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Posted on 12th October 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: active citizens, Clean and greeen, Gib Heath, Soho Finger, Soho Highly Commended, Soho House, Soho In Bloom 2010
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Posted on 30th September 2010 by colinhanno
Celebrating Black History Month
Posted on 30th September 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: Birmingham, Black History Month, community, engagement, Gib Heath, Handsworth, older adult, Resident Involvement
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Posted on 30th September 2010 by colinhanno
Ladywood and Perry Barr Neighbourhood Managers in conjunction with Partners will be holding a Local residents’ employment and Careeers event on Wednesday 6th October 2010 between 11.00 am-3.00pm.
Employment Careers Plus Fair
The event will be held at the Pertemps Newtown office 40 Newtown Shopping Centre, Newtown, Birmingham B19 2SS
Tel: 0121-359 3024
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Posted on 30th September 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: active citizens, Brookfield, Careers Event, community, Employmet, free event, local authority, Matthew Boulton Neighbourhood Forum, skills development, Soho Finger Neighbourhood Forum
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Posted on 17th September 2010 by colinhanno
Faith and Football have recently received funding from the Soho Finger and Gib Heath Successful Neighbourhood Fund to deliver a programme of football activities for children between the the age of 5-13 years old. The organisation has a good track record of running community youth league programmes, which has help to steer young people away from anti social behaviour, drugs and gang related activities. Programmes are generally in partnership with local organisations, police and youth service, and is delivered by trained volunteers recruited from local churches and community groups.
The above activity is aimed at building community cohesion through building of relationship and co-operation between parents, volunteers and community. The programme will actively challenge and effectively reduce anti social behaviour and youth crimes and will build youngers self esteem and life skills.
The registration will take place at Laurel Road Sports Centre on Thursday 24th September and Thursday 30th September between 6.00pm -7.00pm.
From here the league will operate every other Tuesday, 7-10 year olds will be playing from 4.00pm – 5.00pm. With the 11-13 years old playing from 5.00pm – 6.00pm on the following dates:
Session 1 - Thursday 7th October 2010
Session 2 - Thursday 21st October 2010
Session 3 - Thursday 4th November 2010
Session 4 - Thursday 18th November 2010
Session 5 - Thursday 2nd December 2010
Session 6 - Thursday 16th December 2010
For more information on the programme please contact Richard Harper on 07852 481960 or vist Www.faithandfootball.org.uk
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Posted on 17th September 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: Birmingham, engagement, families, health, young people
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Posted on 17th September 2010 by nosheen
On the Thursday 12th August 2010, Waverhill Park group met at the Trinity Fellowship on Waverhill Road, to appoint key members of the group which include a Chairperson, Vice Chair, Treasurer, Secretary and three committe members
Below is an image of members of the friends of Waverhill Park with the Matthew Boulton Forum Chair and the Soho Finger and Gib Heath Manager and officers who attended the meeting.
The final design for the Waverhill Park Sculpture was discussed shown below:
I would like to congratulate Friends of Waverhill Park and all the professionals, community members involved in reclaiming the park back for the local community to enjoy. I look forward to seeing the new sculpture.
The group will be opening thier bank account shortly with money raised at the Party in the Park event on 17th July.
The group would like to say thanks to everyone who donated funds.
Posted on 17th September 2010 by nosheen
Tags: Birmingham, community, engagement, Friends of Waverhill, Gib Heath, Handsworth, hospital, Park, soho, Soho Finger, Waverhill Park
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