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Planning a wedding? 8 Don’t miss your chance to win a wedding photography package worth £1,000

Edwardian summer fete at 12 Winterbourne Gardens

Old Ladywood Re-union 18 Calling all pre-1970s Ladywood residents

Easter fun at mac 20

Diamond Jubilee tea party 26 In support of the Edward’s Trust

Big plans at Sarehole Mill 28 to become a working mill again

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What's on

Childrens activitiesEaster BunniesSearch for the tiny rabbit hidden in one of the Barber’s paintings. Once found, then make your own tiny textile bunny rabit. Also interactive storytelling in the galleries with Annamation at 12.30, 1.30 and 2.30On: 9 AprilAt: The Barber Institute of Fine Arts, Edgbaston Park RoadFor info: 414 2261

Print your own moneyImagine you’re a millionaire for a day and print your own gigantic golden coins and great big bank notesOn: 29 April, 11.30 -1.00At: The Barber Institute of Fine Arts, Edgbaston Park RoadFor info & tickets: 414 2261

A New Rock & Roll Musical for KidsFollow the adventures of a charismatic singer and his animal band as they make friends, play games, contemplate the world and rock out at a grand dance contest. Age 3+On: 2 AprAt: macFor info: 446 3232

Misunderstood MonstersOvercome your fear of fiends, spiders, aliens and dragons through the power of spoken word and music. Age 4-8 yrsOn: 4 AprAt: macFor info: 446 3232

ComedyKill for a Seat Comedy ClubThis comedy club is in full swing on the first Friday of every month On: 6 April & 4 MayAt: macFor info: 446 3232

EventsEaster CelebrationFun family entertainment with craft activities to entertain the kids and special treats on the tearoom menuOn: 7 AprilAt: Winterbourne House & Garden, 53 Edgbaston Park RoadFor info and tickets: 414 3003

Edwardian Summer FeteFamily day out lawn games, Morris Dancers, traditional amusements, baking and gardening competition and

refreshments.On: 26 MayAt: Winterbourne House & Garden, 53 Edgbaston Park RoadFor info and tickets: 414 3003

ExhibitionsChildrens LivesA sister exhibition with Birmingham Museums and Art Galleries celebrating children’s lives in the early 20th century through one Birmingham familyOn: 2 April to 28 AprilAt: Winterbourne House & Garden, 53 Edgbaston Park RoadFor info and tickets: 414 3003

MusicMaking Tracks: Double Duo Allami & Khadib and Piccioni & HbeischKhayam Allami has developed new work specially for this tour based on a new ‘2x2’ idea featuring Palestinian oud player Ahmad Al-Khatib, amazing percussionist Youssef Hbeisch as well as Italian frame drum master Andrea Piccioni.On: 12 AprAt: macFor info: 446 3232

THEATRECupid (part of Fierce Festival)Cupid maps an exploration of the stars, love and personal mythology. Join them on a field trip like no other as they lead you through the cosmos and into each other’s hearts.On: 30 Mar – 8 AprAt: macFor info: 446 3232

Make Better Please (part of Fiefce Festival)Bring us the troubles of the world, this city’s crises and the hope in your hearts. We will make things better!On: 30 Mar – 8 AprAt: macFor info: 446 3232

Love Letter Straight from your HeartLet’s raise our glasses to long lost loves and current lovers, to mums, to dads and to absent friends. This show is somewhere between a wedding reception, a wake and a radio dedication show.On: 30 Mar – 8 AprAt: macFor info: 446 3232

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Edwardian Fete at Winterbourne GardensStep back in time on Saturday 26th May for a family day out, Edwardian style.

Winterbourne House and Garden is hosting an Edwardian fete, complete with lawn games, morris dancers, and traditional amusements.

There’ll be the chance to learn more about what Edwardians ate and why, visitors can also have a go at wearing Edwardian clothes with photographs to purchase to commemorate the day out.

A village fete wouldn’t be complete without a competition, and Winterbourne’s event is no exception. All visitors are invited to take part in ‘Bake, Make or Propagate’, with categories such as Best Victoria Sponge or Strawberry jam.

All participants must register their entry before the event and there is a small charge for entering. They

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have even recruited a team of expert judges, including notable gardener, journalist and author Alys Fowler.

Get baking, making or raking for a chance to win one of the many prizes up for grabs on the day. For information about how to enter you can visit Winterbourne’s website.

There will be music, laughter and even if the sun doesn’t shine, there’s plenty for all the family to keep them busy.’

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Remember Old Ladywood?If you have fond memories of Old Ladywood before the slums were cleared in the 70s then the Old Ladywood Residents Association (OLRA) reunion on 22 April is an event not to be missed.

If you stretch the boundaries a bit, Ladywood was a small town in its own right. It had Springhill Library, Dudley Road and the Children’s Hospitals, the Crown, Lyric, Edbaston and Ledsam cinemas, many schools, Monument Road swimming baths, the Tower Ballroom, Edgbaston Reservoir, churches of most denominations, pubs on many corners, shops, two breweries and an ice rink.

Also within walking distance there were the Botanical Gardens, a prison, an asylum and a workhouse.

Members of OLRA come from as far as the US and New Zealand to the annual reunions to meet up with other people who lived in the Old Ladywood area

before 1970 and to see the wonderful displays of old photographs of the area.

The group which was established in 1999 has more than 1600 members but there must be thousands more Old Ladywoodites out there who might want to join in.

Members receive a quarterly newsletter and an invitation to the annual reuinion, this year to be held on Sunday afternoon, 22 April at the Clarendon Suite, Hagley Road.

Details of membership or reuinion can be obtained from Gordon Cull (Chairman) on 02476 746 886.

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Easter fun at macThere are some fantastic events coming up at mac birmingham this Easter to keep everybody entertained.

Kicking things off are Kid Carpet and the Noisy Animals who will be performing a new rock and roll musical for children on Mon 2 Apr. With an animal band featuring a gorilla, a bear, a hedgehog and a badger, it’s an adventurous tale recommended for ages 3-8, but adults will love it just as much.

Aoife Mannix will be helping children overcome their fear of fiends, spiders, aliens and dragons through the power of spoken word, music and digital game playing with her show Misunderstood Monsters on Wed 4 Apr, and there’s a wonderful opportunity to introduce children to the world of music and dance with Fleur Darkin’s Innocence between Mon 9 – Wed 11 Apr. It’s one

of two shows being performed at mac birmingham that week based around William Blake’s boyhood visions, and while the other (Experience) is geared more towards adult audiences, this imaginative show is suitable for ages 0-5.

If your children want to get creative, there’s also a great selection of hands-on sessions ranging from making hats and bonnets to exploring the world around them (Nature Explorers), as well as workshops the whole family can enjoy.

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Cornerstone Parent and Toddler GroupStay and play for parents and children up to 5Wednesday 1.30-12.00At: Church of the Redeemer, Monument RoadFor details call:07812 332 430

Hawkesley Mini Gym Soft PlaySoft play for pre-school children and babiesWednesday 9.30-11.30At: Woodview Primary School, Woodview DriveFor details call: 0121 265 2650

Kanga and Roo's Parent and ToddleParent and toddler groupThursday 1.30-3.00At: St Peters Church Hall, Old Church Road, HarborneFor details call: 0121 426 6034

Lillian de Lissa Stay and PlayStay and play for children up to 3 years oldWednesday 9.15-11.15At: Lillian de Lissa Nursery School, BellevueFor details call: 0121 440 3421

Baby SensoryMusic, instruments, fibre optic light shows, glowing bouncy balls, bubbles and much moreAt: Walker Memorial Hall, Ampton RoadFor details call: Karen 0121 747 4720

Baby BoppersDance class for children over 3 yearsAt: Adage Dance & Fitness Studios, 174-176 High Street, HarborneFor info: 428 2732

Rhythm TimeMusic and movement for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers. Age appropriate classes available.At: Woodview Community Centre, EdgbastonFor info: Vicky 0121 447 7632

Outdoor stay and playEnjoy the great outdoors with your little onesThursdays at 11-1pmAt: Winterbourne Gardens, Priory Road For details call: 0121 440 7430

Pram Pushers P & TPlay group for up to 4 year old childrenThursday 9.30-11.30At: Pram Pushers P & T, Lyttelton RoadFor details call:07867 796 286

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Diamond Jubilee Tea PartyJudy Dyke Partner at Tyndallwoods Solicitors plans to host a Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Tea Party in support of Edward’s Trust in May.

During the afternoon the work of Edward’s Trust supporting children and families during serious illness and bereavement will be showcased.

Representatives from the Trust, local celebrities and Father Christmas (yes we know it’s in May!) will join staff of Tyndallwoods and guests as we celebrate the momentous occasion of the Queen’s sixty years on the throne.

There will also be an exhibition of art work created by service users of Edward’s Trust ‘Expressions of Grief ’.

In recent months Judy has gathered a collection of Union Flag items to decorate Tyndallwoods premises at Woodbourne for the party.

For more information about the Charity please visit www.edwardstrust.org.uk or for details of the party contact Judy Dyke on [email protected]


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Sarehole Mill taking a step back in timeSarehole Mill is set to turn the clock back to its heyday when it was an operational mill, with the help of funding from Birmingham City Council.

Thanks to the princely sum of £300,000 the plans are in place to de-silt the mill-pond enabling the mill-wheel to become fully functional again and grind locally sourced wheat. Some of the flour will be sold within the mill shop, some will be baked into bread on the premises and there are also plans to supply local artisan bakers.

This famous Tolkien icon is a well-loved local attraction and a central focal point

of the annual Tolkien festival. And with this being the 75th anniversary of the publication of The Hobbit part of the funding has gone towards exciting development of the Tolkien exhibition within the museum. The granary building is now home to a number of new displays detailing local Tolkien connections.

Phase one of this ambitious project is already underway with repairs having been made to the sluice gates. This meant that

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earlier in the year the millpond had to be drained, revealing just how much silt there is to remove – up to a meter in some places. The pond will be refilled again this month and work will then begin in earnest in November in order to have as little impact as possible on local wildlife.

In November the pond will be drained again and de-silting will take place together with the removal of much of the reeds. Mill machinery will be repaired and there will be repairs made to the roof. Finally a bake-house will be established to enable on-site baking.

Over the winter a team of volunteers will be recruited and trained at Charlcote Mill by a professional miller. Up to fifteen

volunteer millers are needed to keep up a continuity of milling so if you would like to get involved then you can!

The aim is to begin milling during the summer next year, 2013.

Sarehole Mill Curator Irene De Boo commented: We wanted to bring Sarehole Mill back to life and that is now going to happen thanks to the generous funding from Birmingham City Council. It is vitally important for us to preserve this valuable part of our heritage.”

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The family law department at DBS LAW assists clients to work through theirfamily law problems, in a sensitive, constructive and cost-effective way.

Farhat Akbar LLB(Hons)Solicitor & Head of Family LawMember of Law SocietyFamily Law Advanced Panel

DBS Law Limited a company registered in England and Wales. A list of directors is available for inspection at the registered office; 3 Broadway, Broad Street, Birmingham, B151BQ. Company Registration Number 4598943. Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. SRA Identification Number 371947. CTSClaim Today Solicitors and Balfor Legal Solicitors are Trading Styles of DBS Law Limited. Contracts cannot be concluded with DBS Law nor service effected by email.

• Injunction orders and otherprotection for victims ofdomestic abuse

• Pre-nuptial and postseparation agreements

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celebrateinstyle oursundaylunchHornton Grange is available to hire for special occasions such as;

n Engagement partiesn Weddingsn Anniversariesn Birthday celebrationsn Christeningsn Family get-togethersn Wakesn Barbecuesn Plus much more

Hornton Grange offers a three course traditional carvery lunch every Sunday in the elegant setting of the Conservatory.

Served from 12.00noon to 2.30pm

n £17.95 per adult n £9.50 per childWith our new Sunday lunch club card, you can enjoy your 6th lunch absolutely free. Terms and conditions apply.

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