Posts Tagged ‘community’
Posted on 11th August 2010 by nosheen
Soho Foundation website raised profile with the local community; over community lunch organised by Colin Hanno, the neighbourhood manager for Soho Finger and Gib Heath at the Soho House.
Geoff Henderson of Digital Native Academy presented an overview of the project to the local community who attended the event. Geoff emphasised the aim of the project to work with the community and planning professionals to create a platform for communication; to work together in a co-production approach to regeneration.
It was good to see the community engaged in the debate representing an insightful view. The community members highlighted the importance of being involved in the projects rather than ‘being at the receiving end where things are being done to them’.
The Soho Foundation is a resource which will be for the community and we would like the community to have an active input in the development of the website. Nosheen Kosar, Digital Toolkit Project Manager, in attendance at the event, has been appointed on the project to communicate and make extensive contacts with the local community.
Thank you to everyone who attended the event, Colin for arranging the event and the excellent catering, provided by The Boat House and to the Soho House staff for providing the venue and for making everyone feel welcome.
Posted on 11th August 2010 by nosheen
Tags: about us, active citizens, Birmingham, cohesion, community, Handsworth, Soho Foundation, Soho House, Urban Living
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Posted on 5th August 2010 by colinhanno
Soho Finger Neighbourhood Forum in conjunction with Soho Neighbourhood Management team will be staging a resident involvement event at Soho Community Hall, Chapel St on 21st August between 10-16.00pm. This will be an event where various organisations meet with residents to inform them of their services that they provide. It is also residents becoming proactive in their communities and engaging in services that have created for their needs. All residents will be welcomed and they can be from all different ages and backgrounds.
It is all about residents coming forward and voicing their concerns as well as working with service providers to make the neighbourhood a cleaner, greener and sfer place to live place.
Posted on 5th August 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: active citizens, community, engagement, Resident Involvement, Soho Finger, Soho Finger Neighbourhood Forum
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Posted on 2nd August 2010 by colinhanno
On Friday 30 July 2010, Robin Russell and Ken Whittaker from the Heart of England In Bloom competition visited the Soho are to judge the entries made by the Soho Finger and Matthew Boulton Neighbourhood Forums. The In bloom competition encourages communities to make their neighbourhood a more beautiful place to live through imaginative planting, cleanliness, sustainability and community effort.
Soho is a Beautiful Place
The judges award marks for horticultural achievement, environmental responsibility and community participation. This was the second time local residents participated in showcasing their neighbourhood with colourful gardens, hanging baskets , sensory/community gardens and local landmarks all of which make Soho an interesting place to live.
Blooming Soho
The judges were greeted at Soho House Museum by Mr Mohan Lal Gaddu from Matthew Boulton Neighbourhood Forum, Cllr Sybil Spence, Colin Hanno (Neighbourhood Manager) , Clare Parsons ( Museum curator) and Andrew Simons the In Bloom Coordinator.
To set the pace Clare Parsons gave a brief but interesting presentation combined with a tour of the Soho House Museum gardens. The judges then visited the newly built St Michael’s Sensory Garden, Richmond community Gardens and were later accompanied along the two in bloom routes where they engaged with local residents. (more…)
Posted on 2nd August 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: active citizens, Birmingham, community, Gib Heath, Handsworth, Matthew Boulton Neighbourhood Forum, Richmond Garden, Soho Community Hall, Soho Finger, Soho Finger Neighbourhood Forum, Soho In Bloom
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Posted on 31st July 2010 by colinhanno
Planet Art have been working with the community of Handsworth particularly in the Gib Heath area of Soho concentrating on Waver Hill park and ideas for an art work in the park. Planet Art have worked with 8 local schools meeting approximately over 200 children , community members and groups nearest to Waver Hill park.
Diverse Communities
The designs created by children, local groups, and residents were showcased at the Party in the Park event on 17th July, over 120 voted and the above was the most favourite amongst voters
We are currently looking at the main planter in the park as the main focus for the art work, which will be unveiled during the autumn. Material discussed are, cast iron, metal fabrication.
Look out for a more detailed outline of the project with photographs from Planet Art#
The main aim of the project is to bring together the community and deliver a durable art work for the park.
Posted on 31st July 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: active citizens, Be healthy, Beyond Brick, community, Final design for waverhill, planet art, Public Art, Soho Finger, Waverhill Park
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Posted on 29th July 2010 by colinhanno
Perry Barr Constituency in partnership with Fairweather Productions will be hosting the Jerk Cookout on Sunday 22nd August 2010 in Handsworth Park (see attached flyers
This is yet another great opportunity, following our ‘Simmer Down’ festival, for all members of the family to enjoy a FREE, relaxing, fun day out.
Here’s your chance to experience ‘jerk’ cooking at its best and to try out the various dishes on sale, prior to the crowning of the best ‘Jerk Cookout Chef 2010′ in Birmingham.
After all that food, why join in Birmingham’s Salsa in the Park’ – the CANDY DANCE 2010 UK record attempt. Come on Birmingham, let’s beat London’s Candy Dance record! Visit: www.fun2dancenow.com for more info.
So, if you want to have fun, enjoy good food and company, we look forward to seeing you there!
Big Jerkout
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Posted on 29th July 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: Birmingham, community, engagement, family event, Handsworth
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Posted on 22nd July 2010 by nosheen
Music and dance were some of the great successes at the recent Party in the Park event at Waverhill Park on 17th July. Despite the early showers the huge turnout were treated to some spectacular entertainment which captured the imagination of party goers of all ages.
DJ Hector entertained the crowd with his own unique fusion of music and dance. Here he is in action!
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There was also an opportunity for party goers to play different types of drums as well as get involved in the arts and crafts. Here is one young party goer creating her own beat!
It was good to to see families and the community together enjoying a wonderful event organised by Colin Hanno, residents and key stakeholders. In the words of Hector (Mr Handsworth) it was truly ”Unity in the Community”
Unity in the Community
Dhol Dancers
Posted on 22nd July 2010 by nosheen
Tags: community, engagement, families, Gib Heath, Handsworth, party in the park, Waverhill Park
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Posted on 5th July 2010 by colinhanno
Waverhill Party in the Park event is drawing near, it’s only twelve days to go . This is a community event for residents living in close proximity of Waverhill Park. There will be a lot of activities and information for the family on the day. This include arts and craft, health projects, performance from Dhol drummer and dancers, steel band and African drumming workshops.
Come along and join in the fun on 17th July at Waverhill Park
Please click on the link for flyer Party in the Park
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Posted on 5th July 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: active citizens, Birmingham, community, Events, free event, Gib Heath, Handsworth, party in the park, Soho Finger, Waverhill Park, young people
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Posted on 22nd June 2010 by colinhanno
Soho Games Champions 2010
In the glorious sunshine 180 children from the Soho Ward took part in the 2nd Soho Games – an inter school sports competition that enables children to experience top quality competitive activities including football, athletics,uni-hockey and handball. The Games were organised by a partnership between Ladywood Constituency team/Neighbourhood Management , the local charity Sport 4 Life, and the Soho Links Cluster, and were attended by Benson, Wattville, James Watt, Matthew Boulton, Foundry and St James primary schools.
Benson School were crowned Soho Games Champions, having won the football, athletics and handball competitions. Wattville claimed the runners-up prize, while James Watt came a respectable 3rd. It was not all about winning, however, as all of the children benefitted from improved team-work skills, sense of community, and physical fitness. The children were also inspired by local hero Cash The Flash who presented all of the trophies and medals.
Posted on 22nd June 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: active citizens, Be healthy, Benson School, Brookfield, community, Events, families, Gib Heath, Handsworth, Soho Games, Soho links cluster, Summerfield, Winson Green, young people
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Posted on 20th June 2010 by colinhanno
Looking for a Job? Looking to change your career? want to see what opportrunities there are ? Then why not come along to our big career event.
Date: 10th July 2010
Time: 10-13,00
Venue:Holyhead School, Milestone Lane, Handswoth, B21 OHN
This partnership event is facilitated by Soho links and other key partners such as pertemps, the event aims to support the worklessless agenda by creating more opportunities in the Soho ward and neighbouring communities.
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Posted on 20th June 2010 by colinhanno
Tags: active citizens, Brookfield, Careers Event, community, Events, free event, Gib Heath, Handsworth, pertemps, Soho Finger, Soho links, Summerfield, Tackling worklessness, Winson Green
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