From 3-5pm on December 9th Second Saturday, make a Christmas tree decoration with Sundragon Pottery to put on The Hand Crafted Christmas Tree that will be displayed in the BBC Studio window, on 3rd floor of The Mailbox.
Drop in – free/donation
Category: November
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Sewing Workshop with Adeline and Eddie
Back again by popular demand – fabric sewing workshop in the lower gallery, with Eddie and Adeline – in the afternoon – drop in
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First Impressions with ATHAC Creative artists and the Ort Gallery
The GAP Gallery 2 – 3.30pm/ exhibition all day
To celebrate the opening of the ATHAC Creative Artists exhibition join Ort Gallery for this drop in pottery workshop exploring pattern and texture, using a range of mark making tools and air drying clay.
Create a unique selection of nature inspired tiles that you can take home and paint.
The workshop will be assisted by one of our ATHAC Creative Artists.
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“October Fiesta” with Itzatna Arts
***Tickets via eventbrite – for workshops and performance****
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/october-fiesta-balsall-heath-second-saturday-at-old-print-works-tickets-751555581977?aff=oddtdtcreator
14:00 – 15:00 = Mask Workshop 1 in Upper Gallery at OPW
Drop-in ‘Alebrije’ mask-making workshop for all ages!
Pay What You Can – Suggested Donation: £4 or 6
15:00 – 16:00 = Mask Workshop 2 in Upper Gallery at OPW
Drop-in ‘Alebrije’ mask-making workshop for all ages!
Pay What You Can – Suggested Donation: £4 or 6
18:00 – 19:00 = Public Performance of ‘October Fiesta 2023’
18:00 – 18:30 = Storytelling – ‘Stories of the Wind’
18:30 – 19:00 = Games – ‘PokPok TokTok’ & ‘Loteria!’
Join ITZATNA Arts this autumn for their ‘October Fiesta’ – an interactive children’s
theatre show inspired by Mexican Day of the Dead and reimaged traditional
stories and games about life, death, and rebirth in the animal kingdom. Through
playful interaction, these stories and games support how families and adults can
engage their young ones to think and talk about the subjects of death, dying, grief,
and bereavement, through a renewed appreciation for life, animals, and Planet
Earth, through the vibrant lens of Mexican culture.
🦉 OWL is on a quest to find 🌟 COYOTE in an adventure that transcends borders
and defies the boundaries between life and afterlife.
Mictlán, the mystical house of the Dead, awaits in Mexico, where these two
spirit animals guide humans on their unique journey through life and beyond.
❤️ Together, they embark on a journey to Mictlán to help the souls of the departed
reunite with their loved ones. But first, they must find their friend, COYOTE.
🌍 Are you ready to journey to Mexico and assist OWL and COYOTE in their quest?
You may even have the chance to hear a story from COYOTE, a master storyteller.
🌟 Let’s all say “MÉXICO” together, and we’ll be transported to a world filled with
mountains, the fragrance of flowers, and incredible stories.
🌙 Discover the world of 🌟 Alebrijes and the incredible artistry of Pedro Linares
as they take you on a captivating journey of color and imagination.
🦋 Listen to the 🦋 Monarch Butterflies as they share their extraordinary
migration story, guiding the spirits of the departed back to their earthly homes.
🌄 As the Feathered Snake, Quetzalcoatl, meets a selfless Rabbit, you’ll witness
the creation of a celestial symbol on the moon, a tale of kindness, and the
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Apple Tasting with Fruit and Nut Village 11-1
Come along and try some apple varieties with Sally, the new Postcode Gardener for Balsall Heath. Find out more about the work that will be going on in Balsall Heath to make it a more beautiful place, and how you can get involved!
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Creative writing workshop with Leila Rasheed & The Emma Press
Creative writing workshop with Leila Rasheed & The Emma Press, 2pm Saturday 11 November
If you have an idea for a children’s story and are looking for some friendly support and practical encouragement, grab your pen & paper and join author Leila Rasheed and local publisher The Emma Press for a creative writing workshop. Leila will explore the joys and challenges in creating compelling literature for children, share some exercises to help get ideas flowing and offer feedback on opening pages.
Tickets £5/pay what you can, please book in advance: maximum 12 participants
Please note this workshop is aimed at adults writing for children. It is not a workshop for children.
About the workshop leader:
Leila Rasheed’s first novel for children, Chips, Beans and Limousines was published in 2008 and followed by two sequels which were widely translated. Since then, she has written a wide variety of children’s and YA literature, including the At Somerton trilogy for Disney Hyperion, and biographies of Kamala Harris and Katherine Johnson. Her most recent novel is Empire’s End: A Roman Story (Scholastic), which follows the adventures of a North African girl during the late Roman Empire. In 2015 she set up a pioneering scheme to mentor new children’s writers of colour, called Megaphone, now Megaphone Writers CIC.
The Emma Press is an independent publisher based in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter specialising in poetry, short fiction and children’s books with a mission of making publishing and literature as welcoming and accessible as possible.
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Repair Cafe – November
September 9th 2023 2 – 5pm Drawing room, The Old Print Works, Courtyard entrance
Balsall Heath Repair Cafe is back again at Balsall Heath Second Saturday. Repairers include woodwork ,brass polishing, general repairs, textiles, knife sharpening, bike repair, scrapstore, mechanical electrics, textiles. Check balsallheathrepaircafe.org for repairers closer to the day
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Bike donation with The Bike Project
Do you have an unused bike collecting dust? 🚲 Consider donating it to a refugee!
The Bike Project collects secondhand bikes, refurbishes them, and provides them to refugees and people seeking asylum. In the UK, over 230,000 refugees and people seeking asylum face challenging circumstances, having fled persecution and war, often unable to work and reliant on limited allowances. Meanwhile, there are around 38 million unused bikes across the country. Matching the two can offer immediate financial relief and practical benefits.
“When you have to go from charity to charity to feed yourself, a bike becomes very important to your life.” – Adam, Bike Recipient
Join us at the Balsall Heath Second Saturday with a pop-up drop-off point. Donate your bike on Saturday, November 11th, from 10 am to 4 pm at The Old Print Works, 498-506 Moseley Road, Birmingham, B12 9AH.
Your unused bike can transform the life of a refugee! Register your bike here: thebikeproject.co.uk/donate-bike
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Tattoo flash day
Local artist Julia Frost is holding a very special tattoo flash day in collaboration with our neighborhood women’s charity Anawim.
There will be plenty of pre-drawn, small designs to choose from at set prices. Simple requests such as text and linework designs are also welcome. Walk in anytime between 10am to 6pm on Saturday the 11th Nov.
All net proceeds of the event will go to Anawim, an independent charity dedicated to supporting and empowering women in and around Birmingham.
Stop by to have a look and a chat and find out more about what Anawim does and how you can help.
Check out Julia’s work on Instagram @juliafrosttattoo
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Oriental Star Express exhibition
10-4 upper gallery The Old Print Works
Another chance to see this piece of Balsall Heath and South Asian music history.
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Musical Wellbeing Workshop with Arianna
2pm – 3.30pm The Old Print Works Music workshop with Arianna
we will play, sing, make some noise and have fun.
Just bring yourself – no experience necessary
See you there!
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Sock Repair
From 2pm November 11th 2023 at The Old Print Works
Learn a simple way to repair your socks with Hannah – part of Balsall Heath Repair Cafe
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Family wood carving with Pathcarvers Feb 2023
11am until 1pm, Drawing Room, Courtyard Entrance, The Old Print Works
Monthly family carving club, all ages welcome, learn how to use a sharp knife to make beautiful things from wood
Donation/ pay what you feel – drop in
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Family wood carving with Pathcarvers December
11am until 1pm, Drawing Room, Courtyard Entrance, The Old Print Works
Monthly family carving club, all ages welcome, learn how to use a sharp knife to make beautiful things from wood
Donation/ pay what you feel – drop in
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in process – November/mid
All day November 12. Watch and discuss with artist Mid in the upper gallery at The Old Print works
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Christmas Tree Decorations with Daily Thread
Come and make a beautiful felt decoration to adorn BBC WM’s Christmas tree in The Mailbox. All skill levels. All materials provided. 1 – 2.30pm
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Deb day Sewing Room Open Day
The Deb Day Sewing Room will have be open from 10am to 4pm, at The Old Print Works, 1st floor – open day, drop in, all welcome
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Nature Collage with azaria
2-4pm drop in, Upper Gallery, The Old Print Works, free/donation
Come and make some nature-y collages with Azaria
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Make a Kaleidoscope
Make a kaleidoscope with Mel from Art Metallix, 20 minute sessions between 2pm until 4pm at The Old Print Works – Sessions are drop in, but to guarantee a space please book below
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Crochet workshop – make a flower brooch
Daily Thread, The Old Print Works, 11.30am- 1pm
We’re excited to be offering a crochet workshop this Balsall Heath Second Saturday. Make a flower brooch – any colours you like. You might want to make a red or white poppy for remembrance, an anemone, a wild rose or whatever you fancy. Suitable for beginners. All welcome. 11.30am-1pm
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Winter craft market at the gap
11am to 5pm, The GAP/Mix Cafe, The Old Print WorksPick up some unique handmade items whilst SUPPORTING YOUNG MAKERS!
Each date will feature totally different stallholders selling an exciting array of gifts and goodies, including crochet fashion, jewellery, mehndi, toys, original artworks & prints, cards, stationary, books, candles and more! -
Family Art Workshop leaf printing
11am – 1pm drop in art workshop with Monica Perez Vega, The Old Print Works
Join artist Monica Perez Vega in the Upper Gallery for a drop-in family art workshop from 11-1 on the second saturday of each month. Each session is different and inspired by the seasons! Try your hand at drawing, painting, collaging, and printmaking…. Stop by, be creative and have fun.
This month will be leaf printing
suggested donation £5/pay what you feel – to guarantee a place, please book on eventbrite link here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/leaf-printing-with-monica-perez-vega-part-of-balsall-heath-second-saturday-tickets-461857888377
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A Neighbourhood Council for Balsall Heath
11.30am-1pm – Directors Office, The Old Print Works – courtyard entrance
Calling Residents / Voters. You are being asked to decide Yes or No in a postal ballot in November whether a Neighbourhood Council is set up for our area. Your chance to learn more, think about how it might make improvements; meet the steering group who advocate this change. 11.30am to 1pm drop in in the Directors’ Room, Old Print Works (courtyard). Saturday 12th November
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RETROFIT BALSALL HEATH
Directors Office – 1.30pm – 4pm- The Old Print Works, courtyard entrance
An information sharing session about Home Energy Efficiency Grants
Homeowners and tenants with a B12 postcode can apply for grants to have work done on their homes that could significantly reduce their energy bills. Other postcodes in Balsall Heath can also apply.
There’s no household income cap, but the scheme is for older homes like these …
The scheme is completely free for eligible owner-occupiers. Private landlords need to pay a 1/3 contribution.
Want to know more?
Please join us for information sharing – for you and your neighbours/street.
It’s a chance to learn more about the scheme, how to apply for the grant and get your questions answered.
Please invite your friends and neighbours from Balsall Heath.
A three-page paper form needs to get filled in to apply – DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 23 NOVEMBER!!
If you can’t make it please email
RetrofitBalsallHeath@gmail.com or
mecctrust@hotmail.com or
phone MECC 0121 440 3500
https://www.mecctrust.co.uk/ or drop in at MECC, 93 Court Road, off Edward Road, B12 9LQ
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Moseley Road Baths Tours
Take a view behind the scenes of this unique building, Moseley Road Baths, which has served the community of Balsall Heath for almost 114 yr. It is such an amazing space, well worth a look
You can book on Eventbrite here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/moseley-road-baths-tours-tickets-440289657217
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Old Print Works market
10am – 4pm The Old Print Works, Lower Gallery
All manner of art and crafts from the people at The Old Print Works community and beyond including vintage clothes, pottery, art, crafts, incense, yogi teas, singing bowls, crystals, rain sticks, Neals Yard Remedies lots lots more.
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The Crafty Social
5.30pm onwards, Drawing room, The Old Print Works, Courtyard Entrance
A little bit of food, music and drink to finish off the day. Pay as you feel, chilled music, a delicious plant-based meal, good company and craft activities
Pay what you can/free
