Around The Web

A general mixture of informative posts from around the web and some local to the West Midlands also.

The OFFICIAL Brum Radio A List – 4 December

Saturday at 2pm can only mean one thing… it’s the OFFICIAL Brum Radio A-List Pete Steel has the perfect Christmas shopping respite with great music from: Snowflake Generation BermudaOfficial… Read more »

The Old Crown is set to host Peep Show quiz

Birmingham’s oldest pub, The Old Crown, will be hosting a Peep Show quiz in their decorated beer garden on Thursday 9th December. Bring your best backdrops, hire… Read more »

Stocking Stuffers for Modern Women

Stocking Stuffers for Modern Women

With Christmas fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about what you’ll be getting the people you care about. If you’re responsible for stuffing stockings, finding useful… Read more »

How to Increase Accessibility in the Lecture Hall

In both the physical and virtual sense, the lecture hall should be a place for humanity’s collective knowledge to flow freely. It should be a place for… Read more »

Boxing Day Fixtures We Will Never Forget

While Boxing Day may just be known as the day after Christmas for regular people, football admirers know it as one of the biggest days in every… Read more »

ENTERTAIN YOURSELF WITH ONLINE FUN WORLD

Insecure about the process of obtaining casino financing online Most people want to try online gambling but are hesitant. If you’re one of the hesitant people, then… Read more »

Gulp at Christmas

It’s been a busy few months for Gulp and I’m so delighted that we were able to launch our public programme last week with international food-architect Jashan… Read more »

Embracing AI leads to awards success for West Midlands marketing firm

One of the UK’s leading Google advertising specialists is celebrating after securing a string of award wins and shortlists. MCG Digital Media founder, Gez McGuire, became one… Read more »

Conservation Appeal Launched To Save Birmingham’s Star Treasures

Conservation Appeal Launched To Save Birmingham’s Star Treasures

Birmingham Museums Trust has launched a public fundraising campaign to support the conservation of two of Birmingham’s star treasures. The Star of Bethlehem and the Holy Grail… Read more »

Independent Venue Week 2022 announces partnership w/ So Young

Independent Venue Week and So Young team up to bring you three of the buzziest new bands from the UK underground scene in deep tan, DEADLETTER and… Read more »

10 Best Vape Juice Flavors For Beginners

10 Best Vape Juice Flavors For Beginners

If you are one of those who switched to vaping as a way of quitting the smoking habit, it’s only right for you to know what to… Read more »

Amazing Color Ideas for Bedroom Décor

Amazing Color Ideas for Bedroom Décor

A color or combination of shades may tell a story in your bedroom and help you turn it into a comfortable and soothing space. It is best… Read more »

New Films 25th Nov 2021 by Mike Davies

With cinemas now open this column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Ghostbusters: Afterlife (12A) Evicted from their home, Callie (Carrie… Read more »

Sixes – the world’s first social cricket entertainment experience is coming to Birmingham!

Mark 16 December in your diaries. Sixes – the world’s first social cricket entertainment experience – is coming to Birmingham! You’ll be able to swing for the… Read more »

The OFFICIAL Brum Radio A List – 20 November

Saturday at 2pm can only mean one thing… it’s the OFFICIAL Brum Radio A-List Pete Steel is back, laden once again with brilliant new music, this week from: Wildforms… Read more »

Touchwood Solihull offering extra touch of magic with launch of annual Santa’s Grotto and Christmas Post Train

Touchwood Solihull is getting ready to give families an extra touch of magic with the launch of its annual Santa’s Grotto and new Christmas Post Train this… Read more »

Forward Programme 2022-23 at Ikon

Ikon is delighted to announce plans for 2022-23 including exhibitions, off-site projects and events.  The year commences with solo exhibitions by Midlands-based painter Betsy Bradley and Taiwanese-American filmmaker James T.Hong…. Read more »

Albert’s Schloss reveals Wintermarchen menu

Albert’s Schloss reveals Wintermarchen menu

ALBERT’S SCHLOSS RELEASE WINTER MENU AHEAD OF THEIR OPENING ON DECEMBER 6 Albert’s Schloss unveil their spectacular winter season, known as Wintermärchen, set to appear in their… Read more »

Wine Freedom Christmas Bazaar 19.12.21

Bazaar noun 1. A market consisting of a street lined with shops and stalls. 2. A fair or sale at which miscellaneous articles are sold, often for… Read more »

Christmas at MAC One Snowy Night by Slot Machine Theatre

Midlands Arts Centre (MAC) is delighted to announce that our Christmas show by Slot Machine Theatre, One Snowy Night, opens next week. Join us from Tue 16… Read more »

The Birmingham Contemporary Art gallery to launch Colin Fisher solo art exhibition MADE IN BRUM 1st December

The Birmingham Contemporary Art gallery is delighted to announce the launch of Colin Fisher’s solo art exhibition ‘MADE IN BRUM’ on 1st December 2021 6-9pm. Born and… Read more »

How To Maintain Youthful Skin: 7 Things You Need To Avoid

How To Maintain Youthful Skin: 7 Things You Need To Avoid

We all would like to remain young forever; sadly, it’s impossible, and we have to resign ourselves to the inevitable passage of time. However, we can slightly… Read more »

How to write any lab in minutes

If you have ever written labs, you know how tiresome they are. Writing lab reports is always taxing because it requires completing dozens of steps. And no… Read more »

What You Can Do to Lead a More Environmentally-Conscious Lifestyle

What You Can Do to Lead a More Environmentally-Conscious Lifestyle

The question of the modern-day is ‘what can you do about climate change’. It might not be reasonable that this responsibility seems to have been pushed to… Read more »

Leveraging The Power of Solar Energy for Your Home

Renewable energy is vital to the world’s longevity and protection. Leveraging sunlight to power your home is one of the many small ways that you can be… Read more »

10 Mistakes to Avoid when Renovating a Home on a budget

Renovating your home can seem difficult. Who would have thought that you could make your living space look nicer without breaking the bank? The best part of… Read more »

Clever Ideas for Kitchens We Will See in 2022

In 2022, we will see kitchens that are completely automated and controlled by an app on your phone. You’ll be able to order food from the kitchen,… Read more »

New Films 17th Nov 2021 by Mike Davies

With cinemas now open this column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW King Richard (12A) Even before they were born, Compton… Read more »

The OFFICIAL Brum Radio A List – 13 November

Saturday at 2pm can only mean one thing… it’s the OFFICIAL Brum Radio A-List This week it’s an ALL NEW playlist as Pete Steel gets his (and your) teeth stuck… Read more »

Local community groups awarded over £70,000 to take on low carbon projects across Birmingham

Local community groups awarded over £70,000 to take on low carbon projects across Birmingham

Seven groups across the Birmingham area will receive £10k each to support climate action projects across the city and surrounding area. This unique initiative uses data to… Read more »

Designer Clothing Sample Sale 26, 27 & 28 November at Arch 21, the Custard Factory

Don’t miss our Christmas Sample Sale on 26, 27 & 28 November at the usual place – Arch 21, the Custard Factory. We have new samples from… Read more »

Birmingham Museums Sprinkles Some Festive Magic

Birmingham Museums will be pulling out all the stops this festive season with a magical programme of events. In the weeks running up to Christmas there will… Read more »

5 Smart Ways You Can Advance Your Career

Today, the world is full of job opportunities. You could pack your bags and go to work for a company abroad, follow your lifelong dream of starting… Read more »

New Films 12th Nov 2021 by Mike Davies

With cinemas now open this column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Spencer (12A) Following the liberties taken by The Crown… Read more »

Albert’s Schloss Birmingham taking bookings for 6th Dec opening

Albert’s Schloss Birmingham taking bookings for 6th Dec opening

From today, online bookings can be made for parties of up to 8 guests at Albert’s Schloss Birmingham from when it opens on Monday 6 December. Those wishing to book… Read more »

HOW TO CLEAN KOHLER NEOROC SINK

Most modern-designed homeowners want a sink that matches their countertops and kitchen cabinets. Therefore, these homeowners have unlimited options to contemplate before purchasing the particular fixture of… Read more »

Could Birmingham Actor Be Set For Fresh Hollywood Role?

Birmingham actor Antonio Aakeel made headlines around the city in 2018 when he starred in the blockbuster movie Tomb Raider. The Wolverhampton-educated actor has since gone on… Read more »

Greek Kitchen Takeover comes to The Village Pub, Moseley

Greek Kitchen Takeover comes to The Village Pub, Moseley

A taste of Greece will be brought to The Village Pub, Moseley for a Greek Kitchen Takeover. Foodies, friends and families can indulge in authentic Greek cuisine… Read more »

Story & Truth – first book by independent Birmingham publisher How Brave is the Wren!

Introducing Story & Truth a children’s book created by Ian Douglas (Storyteller and Theatre Maker) illustrated by Ben Javens (freelance illustrator / Designer for Anorak Magazine) and… Read more »

Coming Up at Henry’s Blueshouse at The Bull’s Head

November 23rd – BOB WILSON & HONEYBOY HICKLING30th – DAVID MOORE BLUES BAND  December 7th – CHICK WREN’S ROLLING RIVER BAND14th – MARTIN BURCH BAND21st – THE… Read more »

The OFFICIAL Brum Radio A List with Pete Steel – 6 November

Saturday at 2pm can only mean one thing… it’s the OFFICIAL Brum Radio A-List Pete Steel presents BRAND NEW music from:  Sam Redmore Overpass Heart Machine Matt Ryder… Read more »

New Films 6th Nov2021 by Mike Davies

NEW Eternals (12A) Those who know their Marvel, will know the Eternals as humanoid cosmic heroes from the planet Olympia assigned by the all-powerful Celestials to watch… Read more »

The Importance of Personal Mobility: Used Cars in a Post Covid World

The Importance of Personal Mobility: Used Cars in a Post Covid World

Whatever has happened to the used car market? It is booming, and there are several excellent reasons why. Read on and see if you can be converted… Read more »

The biggest wins in the history of casinos

The biggest wins in the history of casinos

Who does not like the money? Such people, of course, simply do not exist. The desire to earn as much as possible has never stopped anyone, even… Read more »

Online casinos for UK players

Online casinos for UK players

Finding a good non gamstop sports betting sites to play has always been a challenge for players from the UK. At the same time, to choose a… Read more »

What is Meant by a Data Breach and How to Prevent Data Breaches?

When you are connected to the internet, you are on the verge of being breached or hacked. Most people might think that problem is from the service… Read more »

La Marzocco – the best coffee machines

La Marzocco – the best coffee machines

If you own a professional coffee shop or a roastery you already know how important high quality machines are, that will make the coffee flavors even more… Read more »

Mystic Brew presents Sonnyjim & Obijuan

Sonnyjim will be performing in his home town for a show at Dead Wax, Digbeth, Friday 12th November. Sonnyjim is an MC and producer who has worked… Read more »

How Businesses Can Connect with Birmingham Locals

How Businesses Can Connect with Birmingham Locals

If your business is currently based in Birmingham, you might be looking for ways that you can connect with locals who could become your customers in the… Read more »

5 Ways To Make Workouts More Enjoyable

5 Ways To Make Workouts More Enjoyable

It can be easy to become bored, disheartened, and unmotivated after a while when it comes to working out, especially if you are doing the same routines… Read more »