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Edgbaston

Edgbaston schools get Question Time visit from local councillors

Posted on 8th October 2010 by Simon Harper

Four local schools in the Edgbaston constituency will witness local councillors taking part in a Question Time format discussion during Local Democracy Week. Participating schools – where councillors will talk about political issues affecting people at a local and national level – include: Bartley Green School (October 12th, 1130), Harborne Academy School (13th, 1115), Lordswood Girls’ School (14th, 0930) and Four Dwellings School (21st, 0900).

Constituency: Edgbaston
When: October 2010, various dates and times (see above)
Where: Various schools
Open to the general public: No
Contact: Ken Brown, 0121 303 2501 (more…)

Posted on 8th October 2010 by Simon Harper
Tags: birmingham, Edgbaston, local councillors, question time, schools
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Voice is Power showcase at the MAC

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson

This showcase event is organised by Voice is Power – Birmingham’s Youth Parliament. It will provide, children, young people and professionals from across the city to discuss the campaigns and issues which are important to them. For more information contact Dario Silvestro (see below for contact details).

Constituency: Edgbaston
When: 21st October 2010, 1630 – 1900
Where: Midland Arts Centre (MAC), Cannon Hill Park, B12 9QH
Open to the general public: No
Contact: Dario Silvestro, 0121 675 7552 or vip@birmingham.gov.uk

Posted on 4th October 2010 by Kasper Sorenson
Tags: children, community, democracy, local campaigns, local issues, the mac, voice is power, Young People, youth parliament
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Structured Dialogue method training in Birmingham

Posted on 10th September 2010 by Nick Booth

DATE 6^th & 7^th October 2010 ( participants must be able to attend both days)

TIME 9.30 am – 4.30pm ( both days )

VENUE Midlands Arts Centre, Cannon Hill Park, Birmingham B12 9QH

CONTACT Karen Cheney TEL 675-8519 or Karen_Cheney@birmingham.gov.uk

The training is open to those with training or facilitation experience.

“Following on from the successful introductory workshops on the ”structured
dialogue method – learning from stories” held in July please find attached
information for a Structured Dialogue Method Facilitators Course to be held
on 6th and 7th October .

This course is part of Birmingham’s Take Part Programme 2010/11 – linked to
the Regional Pathfinder Champion Programme.
This Free 2 day Training is open to experienced workers in both voluntary
and public agencies and active citizens – living and working in Birmingham
and will be run by Chamberlain Forum.

Closing date for applications is 17th September. The application form (a word document) can be downloaded from clicking here.

Posted on 10th September 2010 by Nick Booth
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Ward support officers open sessions at Harborne Library

Posted on 9th October 2009 by Kasper Sorenson

Ward Support Officers and community safety coordinators will be having open sessions at Bartley green, Quinton Library and Harborne Library, asking question about democracy and community safety to service users.

Constituency: Edgbaston
When: Fri, 16 October, 14:00 – 16:00
Where: High Street, Harborne, Birmingham, B17 9QG
Open to the general public: Yes
Contact: Sue Hickin 0121 675 3969 Sue.hickin@birmingham.gov.uk.

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Posted on 9th October 2009 by Kasper Sorenson
Tags: Edgbaston, event, featured, open
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Leisure Centre open evenings at Harborne Pool and Fitness Centre

Posted on 9th October 2009 by Kasper Sorenson

We are holding open evenings at leisure centres to enable the public to see what facilities are available.

Constituency: Edgbaston
When: Thu, 15 October, 18:00 – 21:00
Where: Lordswood Road, Harborne, Birmingham, B17 9QS, UK
Open to the general public: Yes
Contact: Nick Price 0121 212 3026 nick.price@birmingham.gov.uk.

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Posted on 9th October 2009 by Kasper Sorenson
Tags: Edgbaston, event, open
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Arts on the Move at St Chads Square

Posted on 9th October 2009 by Kasper Sorenson

Arts on the Move mobile bus will at ‘Chad Square’ were some questions on democracy will be asked in an artistic way.

Constituency: Edgbaston
When: Thu, 15 October, 11:00 – 14:00
Where: St. Chads Queensway. B4 6HY, Birmingham UK
Open to the general public: Yes
Contact: Ken Brown 0121 303 2501 ken.brown@birmingham.gov.uk

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Posted on 9th October 2009 by Kasper Sorenson
Tags: Edgbaston, event, open
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Quinton Neighbourhood Office Open event

Posted on 9th October 2009 by Kasper Sorenson

An open afternoon for customers, community groups and other agencies to gather information about the service of Neighbourhood Offices, complete user questionnaires and take place in short advice sessions.

Constituency: Edgbaston
When: Wed, 14 October, 14:00 – 16:00
Where: Quinton Road West, Birmingham, B32 1PJ, UK
Open to the general public: Yes
Contact: Geoff Hendy 0121 212 3026 geoff.hendy@birmingham.gov.uk

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Posted on 9th October 2009 by Kasper Sorenson
Tags: Edgbaston, event, open
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Bartley Green Neighbourhood Office Open event

Posted on 9th October 2009 by Kasper Sorenson

An open afternoon for customers, community groups and other agencies to find out more information about the service we provide, complete user questionnaires and take part in short advice sessions.

Constituency: Edgbaston
When: Wed, 14 October, 14:00 – 16:00
Where: Monmouth Road, Bartley Green, Birmingham, B32 3LX, UK
Open to the general public: Yes
Contact: Geoff Hendy 0121 212 3026 geoff.hendy@birmingham.gov.uk.

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Posted on 9th October 2009 by Kasper Sorenson
Tags: Edgbaston, event, open
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Leisure Centre open evenings at Four Dwellings Leisure Centre

Posted on 9th October 2009 by Kasper Sorenson

We are holding open evenings at leisure centres to enable the public to see what facilities are available

Constituency: Edgbaston
When: Tue, 13 October, 18:00 – 21:00
Where: Dwellings Lane, Quinton, Birmingham, B32 1RJ, UK
Open to the general public: Yes
Contact: Nick Price 0121 212 3026 nick.price@birmingham.gov.uk

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Posted on 9th October 2009 by Kasper Sorenson
Tags: Edgbaston, event, open
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Leisure Centre open evenings at Shenley Court Leisure Centre

Posted on 9th October 2009 by Kasper Sorenson

We are holding open evenings at leisure centres to enable the public to see what facilities are available.

Constituency: Edgbaston
When: Tue, 13 October, 18:00 – 21:00
Where: Shenley Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham, B29 4HE, UK
Open to the general public: Yes
Contact: Nick Price 0121 212 3026 nick.price@birmingham.gov.uk

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Posted on 9th October 2009 by Kasper Sorenson
Tags: Edgbaston, event, open
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