The musical heritage of the Black Country is a sadly neglected area, which is a great shame as there are many real gems just waiting to be unearthed and brought back to life. To this end, Stourbridge-born musician Fynn Titford-Mock (now in his final year at Newcastle University) will be co-leading a singing workshop and concert of the music of Black Country composers on Saturday 20th February, with the help of Stourbridge-based youth choir Stream of Sound and their leader Caroline Price. The event is called ‘Come Let Our Voices Join!’
Friday, 5 February 2010
2010 Rally of the National Banjo, Mandolin and Guitar Federation
British BMG Federation Rally (5-7 March)
You are Welcome; Do come along and enjoy the workshops, concert and contests, there is something for all players of banjo, mandolin and guitar from beginners to experts and if you don’t play an instrument just come and listen!! Refreshments available.
Thursday, 4 February 2010
Tipton Library Events
Tipton Library is pleased to announce the latest series of events at the library
A special event is planned for Friday 12th February If you are interested in gardening and attracting wildlife to your garden. Why not come and meet Steven Hodgkinson the new BCLL Community Liaison Officer for Sandwell who will be talking about the exciting new project that aims to transform accessible natural greenspace and local nature reserves across the whole of the Black Country.
He will also be letting you know some of the things that you can do in your own back garden to help encourage the birds and the bees. He will be hanging around after the talk if you want a chat about your local green space and what the project can do for your area! The event starts at 10.30am and is FREE admission by ADVANCE ticket only
On Tuesday 23rd February there will be a local history coffee morning with local historian Keith Hodgkins who will be giving an illustrated talk on 'Collecting Old Photographs of Tipton' to celebrate the re-issue of the third book of Tipton in Old Photographs. He will be sharing stories of some of the photographs he collected with the late John Brimble and also bring us up to date with some recent acquisitions which are due to appear in the next book he is working on. The event starts at 10.30am and is FREE admission by ADVANCE ticket only
Thursday 25th February sees the launch of the latest artwork by Tipton born artist Fred Barnfield who will be launching his new piece 'Tipton 4D' and also talking about his career and some of his influences. The event starts at 10.00am and is FREE admission by ADVANCE ticket only
Places for any of these events can be reserved by calling the library on 0121 557 1796
A special event is planned for Friday 12th February If you are interested in gardening and attracting wildlife to your garden. Why not come and meet Steven Hodgkinson the new BCLL Community Liaison Officer for Sandwell who will be talking about the exciting new project that aims to transform accessible natural greenspace and local nature reserves across the whole of the Black Country.
He will also be letting you know some of the things that you can do in your own back garden to help encourage the birds and the bees. He will be hanging around after the talk if you want a chat about your local green space and what the project can do for your area! The event starts at 10.30am and is FREE admission by ADVANCE ticket only
On Tuesday 23rd February there will be a local history coffee morning with local historian Keith Hodgkins who will be giving an illustrated talk on 'Collecting Old Photographs of Tipton' to celebrate the re-issue of the third book of Tipton in Old Photographs. He will be sharing stories of some of the photographs he collected with the late John Brimble and also bring us up to date with some recent acquisitions which are due to appear in the next book he is working on. The event starts at 10.30am and is FREE admission by ADVANCE ticket only
Thursday 25th February sees the launch of the latest artwork by Tipton born artist Fred Barnfield who will be launching his new piece 'Tipton 4D' and also talking about his career and some of his influences. The event starts at 10.00am and is FREE admission by ADVANCE ticket only
Places for any of these events can be reserved by calling the library on 0121 557 1796
Wednesday, 3 February 2010
Captain Ahab's Watery Tales
Mike
I recently came across Eric Richardson's old booklet on the Lost Canals of the Black Country as part of my ongoing search for the remains of the abandoned canals in the area.
I have been posting my discoveries in blog fomat which can be found here:
http://captainahabswaterytales.blogspot.com
I am currently having a look at the Ridgeacre network - your members might be interested.
Andy (Captain Ahab)
I recently came across Eric Richardson's old booklet on the Lost Canals of the Black Country as part of my ongoing search for the remains of the abandoned canals in the area.
I have been posting my discoveries in blog fomat which can be found here:
http://captainahabswaterytales.blogspot.com
I am currently having a look at the Ridgeacre network - your members might be interested.
Andy (Captain Ahab)
Friday, 29 January 2010
STORIES FROM THE PAST TO HELP SAVE HISTORIC CHURCH - Local MP to launch book
The stories of William Perry the Tipton Slasher, an internationally famous educationalist, a legendary brewery owner and a celebrity look-a-like are amongst those contained in a brand new book now available.
LAUNCH OF CHRIS SMITH BOOK 'TALES FROM A CHURCHYARD' (VOLUME 1) - PLEASE ATTEND IF YOU CAN - SATURDAY 6TH FEBRUARY 2PM DUDLEY MARKET
PLEASE NOTE BAD WEATHER WILL NOT STOP THE LAUNCH FROM GOING AHEAD UNLESS THE MARKET IS ACTUALLY CLOSED. RING 0787 119 5042 IF YOU WANT TO CHECK.
‘Tales From A Churchyard’ – is being sold to raise much needed funds for the St John’s Church Preservation Group which is aiming to save and restore St John's Church.
All profits from the book are being donated to the Group who are desperately trying to raise £36,000 as the first stage of the fight to save the Kates Hill church and bring it into use by the community.
For further detail please follow the link => http://www.blackcountrysociety.co.uk/articles/stjohns.htm
LAUNCH OF CHRIS SMITH BOOK 'TALES FROM A CHURCHYARD' (VOLUME 1) - PLEASE ATTEND IF YOU CAN - SATURDAY 6TH FEBRUARY 2PM DUDLEY MARKET
PLEASE NOTE BAD WEATHER WILL NOT STOP THE LAUNCH FROM GOING AHEAD UNLESS THE MARKET IS ACTUALLY CLOSED. RING 0787 119 5042 IF YOU WANT TO CHECK.
‘Tales From A Churchyard’ – is being sold to raise much needed funds for the St John’s Church Preservation Group which is aiming to save and restore St John's Church.
All profits from the book are being donated to the Group who are desperately trying to raise £36,000 as the first stage of the fight to save the Kates Hill church and bring it into use by the community.
For further detail please follow the link => http://www.blackcountrysociety.co.uk/articles/stjohns.htm
Tuesday, 26 January 2010
Black Country Society AGM
The 43rd AGM of the Black Country Society will take place on Wednesday 24th March at 7.30pm at the Black Country Living Museum, to be followed by a talk by Dr Pamela Sambrook entitled 'Domestic Service in the 19th Century'.
Sunday, 24 January 2010
Broadfield House Glass Museum/Stourbridge Canal
Broadfield House Glass Museum/Stourbridge Canal
Programme of guided walks - early notification for diary dates
Following on from their successful launch last year, 2010 will again see a series of walks exploring glassmaking and associated industries along the Stourbridge Canal.
'Jewels on the Cut' is a gentle stroll of around one and a half miles (plus return), taking in the historic glassmaking quarter between The Bonded Warehouse at Stourbridge and Red House Glass Cone in Wordsley. The interpreter is Graham Fisher, waterways enthusiast and outreach agent for Broadfield House Glass Museum. Walks indiated are open to the public (under 16's by arrangement) and private group bookings can be arranged separately. Places are limited; further details and booking via Broadfield House Glass Museum, 01384 812745.
Dates are:
25 April (Dudley Walking Festival)
30 May
27 June
25 July
29 Aug (Stourbridge International Festival of Glass)
19 September
RACE AGAINST TIME TO RAISE FUNDS FOR ESSENTIAL CHURCH BUILDING STUDY - SNOW DAMAGES CAMPAIGNERS EFFORTS
Members of St John's Church Preservation Group aiming to save and restore the historic Grade II listed St John's Church, Kates Hill are panicking as the harsh weather has stalled fundraising efforts and cost the group valuable fundraising time and money.
Historic Talks - Life on the Canals
Tipton Library is pleased to announce the first in this year's programme of local history talks with a look at the lives of Canal Boat Women. Local historian Michael Miles will be popping in on Tuesday 26th January to give an illustrated talk on what promises to be a fascinating subject
The event starts at 10.30am and is FREE admission by ADVANCE ticket so reserve your place today by calling the library on 0121 557 1796
The event starts at 10.30am and is FREE admission by ADVANCE ticket so reserve your place today by calling the library on 0121 557 1796
Thursday, 24 December 2009
DUDLEY SCULPTURE TRAIL 2010
Inspired by ‘King Bladud’s Pigs’ sculpture trail in Bath 2008 (www. kingbladudspigs.org), the Brierley Hill Arts and Culture Development Group with Dudley Performing Arts are launching a similar ‘Pony Trail’ in and around Brierley Hill during summer 2010. This will be a huge event for Brierley Hill and will encourage visitors to take a fresh look at the area, encompassing usual and unusual venues and locations – inspiring exploration.
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