Around The Web

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

New Films 4th May 2023 by Mike Davies

This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol 3 (12A) While the two mid-credit scenes suggest… Read more »

Mobile Bars for Parties: What You Need to Know

It doesn’t really matter what type of event you are going to hold — there are several universal tools to improve its quality and attract your audience…. Read more »

The Gambling Commission Aiming for Fairer, Safer Gambling in the Digital Age

The Gambling Commission Aiming for Fairer, Safer Gambling in the Digital Age

The Gambling Commission, the UK’s leading regulatory body for gambling and betting, has recently published its Gambling Act Review advice. This comprehensive document aims to provide guidance… Read more »

Why Local SEO Is a Must for Your London Business

Your location matters more than you probably realize. No matter the size of your business, you are going to want to make sure that you are investing… Read more »

Bring a taste of Tokyo to your lunchtime with a new set lunch menu from KIBOU Solihull

Award-winning KIBOU Japanese Kitchen & Bar in Solihull has launched a new Japanese set lunch menu that fits perfectly into your lunch break or shopping trip. Featuring… Read more »

The Farmer John’s pub in Streetly has reopened with a new look following a £120,000 investment.

The Farmer John’s pub in Streetly has reopened with a new look following a £120,000 investment. The pub’s refresh has seen the introduction of new wallpaper, stylish… Read more »

Top 5 Party Bands and Musicians for Your Next Birthday Celebration

Live music can make any birthday celebration more memorable, and there are plenty of live party bands and musicians available to book for the occasion. For those… Read more »

Birmingham skyline restaurant, Orelle’s new Spring Tasting Menu.

Birmingham’s iconic skyline restaurant, Orelle, has launched a new Spring Tasting Menu. Located on the 24th floor of 103 Colmore Row, the 88-cover restaurant offers unrivalled, panoramic views of… Read more »

670 Grams X Sake Events Company collaboration!

One of Birmingham’s most exciting restaurants, 670 Grams are to team up with Birminghams Sake Events Company to offer Birmingham’s first fine dining evening paired with authentic… Read more »

Coronation Cocktail at Lucarelli Mailbox

Take a bow to the “King of Cocktails” – a special blend created by Lucarelli restaurant to commemorate the Coronation of our new King. This cocktail is… Read more »

The Thai Classic Opens in China Town

Southside are excited to welcome a new restaurant located in the heart of the Chinese Quarter. The Thai Classic, owned by Zi Wen Boo and Jeremy Mun… Read more »

6 Important Factors to Consider While Choosing an Online Casino

6 Important Factors to Consider While Choosing an Online Casino

Previously, gambling and casinos were viewed as pastimes reserved only for the wealthy, as they were not easily accessible to the general population. However, with technological advancements… Read more »

How to Find the Best Company for Roofing Installers in Your Area

Do you remember how happy and excited you were when you got your driver’s license and knew you had finally passed the test? Well, you’ll feel the… Read more »

New Films 28th April 2023 by Mike Davies

This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Polite Society (12A) The feature debut by British writer-director Nida Manzoor, creator of… Read more »

Chance for public to win a celebrity artwork from Grayson’s Art Club for £2 in charity raffle

For just £2 per ticket, art lovers can enter Midlands Arts Centre’s Charity Raffle to be in with the chance of winning one of six original artworks… Read more »

Birmingham’s leading residential events venue Conference Aston appoints new general manager

Kirpal Mehta has joined the ranks of Birmingham’s leading residential events venue, Conference Aston, bringing more than two decades of experience in the hospitality industry. Starting his… Read more »

Spider-Man Into The Spider-Verse – Live In Concert with Orchestra & Turntables UK Tour 2023

For the first time ever, the Academy Award® winning film Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, is set to tour the UK Live in Concert this Autumn, with tickets on-sale on… Read more »

Top Tips To Dress Like A Gentleman And Take Your Style To The Next Level

Top Tips To Dress Like A Gentleman And Take Your Style To The Next Level

While it can be challenging to learn how to dress like a gentleman, you can achieve great results with the right tools and guidance. Although there are… Read more »

One-off film events not to be missed at Flatpack Festival this May

Flatpack mixes film and moving image together with live music, history and heritage, technology, and performance, creating a one-of-a-kind experience unavailable anywhere else. The ‘magnificently eclectic’ festival… Read more »

Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana to open in Harborne July 2023

Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana to open in Harborne July 2023

Rudy’s Pizza Napoletana has announced it is due to open in Harborne, Birmingham in July 2023. The neighbourhood pizzeria will bring its relaxed dining concept to the former… Read more »

Why Does Your Diet Play a Major Role in Reducing Insomnia Symptoms Without Taking Pills?

Are you one of the masses of people who have insomnia? You’re not alone. According to The National Health Service, about 10% per cent of adults in… Read more »

8 Popular Summer Flowers

In May or June, there is nothing wrong with giving roses, orchids, or lilies available all year round. However, consider seizing the moment and surprising your loved… Read more »

Debut show from B’ham Poet Laureate Dancing To Music You Hate – May 25 @ MAC

Award-winning spoken word artist, beatboxer and Birmingham Poet Laureate Jasmine Gardosi is hitting the road with her debut show, Dancing To Music You Hate.  Combining poetry, beatbox and Celtic dubstep, Dancing To… Read more »

blur – announce Wolverhampton warm-up show 26th May

blur have announced a series of warm-up shows around the UK for next month.Making the exciting announcement today (26 April), they will kick off a summer of… Read more »

Michelin Guide Celebrates Land Restaurant

Michelin Guide Celebrates Land Restaurant

Independent fine dining restaurant, Land, have been highlighted as one of the best vegetarian and vegan restaurants in the UK by the Michelin Guide. Run by co-owners… Read more »

Celebrate the King’s Coronation with the Selfridges Coronation Crockery Painting event

Selfridges Birmingham is hosting a Coronation Crockery Painting Event this Saturday 29th April. Customers can celebrate the King’s Coronation and practice their crafting skills with Selfridges, by joining the family-friendly crockery… Read more »

4 Things You Should Look For When Choosing A Commercial Cleaning Company

4 Things You Should Look For When Choosing A Commercial Cleaning Company

As a business owner, you’ll always want the very best for your company – and this should always include its premises. Some business owners think of cleaning… Read more »

Travelling Light This Summer? Advantages of Seeing The World on A Single Speed Bike

Have you ever noticed that the modern world is in a serious hurry? People are always rushing about to get stuff done, to the point that some… Read more »

Buying an Electric Car: The Ultimate Guide

Buying an Electric Car: The Ultimate Guide

Electric cars are rapidly becoming more popular, and it’s easy to see why. They’re environmentally friendly, cost-effective, and come with a host of features that make them… Read more »

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORTS BETTING: WHY WE BET ON GAMES

Sports betting has caught on like wildfire. Sure, money has a lot to do with it. Many people who place wagers do it because they want to… Read more »

Enhancing Cultural Connectivity, Grants for Arts and Cultural Organisations from Birmingham City Council

Not-for-profit organisations with arts or culture as their main object or purpose could receive between £20,000 to £30,000 to invest in infrastructure to ‘level up’ our city…. Read more »

New Films 21st April 2023 by Mike Davies

This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. The Three Musketeers Pt 1: D’Artagnan (15) Written in 1844 by Alexandre Dumas, there’s… Read more »

Henry’s Blueshouse this April & May 2023

TUESDAY 25th APRIL AT HENRY’S BLUESHOUSE AT VELVET MUSIC ROOMS MELVIN HANCOX BAND Melvin has toured through Europe, the U.S.A. and even Costa Rica – that must… Read more »

Beyond the Basics: Exploring the World of Men’s Earrings

The idea that men should dress more conservatively and quietly than women is a relatively recent convention, like many things we consider long-standing traditions. Since caves were… Read more »

Louis Osbourne, son of Ozzy Osbourne, to run the London Marathon for liver charity

Louis Osborne is set to take on the London Marathon on 23rd April 2023 to raise funds and awareness for the British Liver Trust. It’s a cause… Read more »

Laura Cortese and Dan Walsh bring one-off collaboration to Birmingham this May

Acclaimed American singer, songwriter and fiddle player Laura Cortese will bring her Laura Cortese & Friends UK tour to Kitchen Garden Cafe, Birmingham on Thursday 4th May… Read more »

HENGE – Extraterrestrial band announce BIRMINGHAM show

ATTENTION HUMANS!Interplanetary ravers HENGE are coming to a town near you. Announcing plans for an extensive UK tour this Autumn, the Cosmic Dross pioneers will be unleashing… Read more »

A Royal Cheer, a celebration to mark the Coronation of King Charles III

Visit Black Country Living Museum this bank holiday weekend (6-8 May) for a royal cheer to past monarchs as the Museum looks back at royal celebrations, from… Read more »

The World of Hans Zimmer – 9th April 2024 – Resorts World Arena

Powerful. Beautiful. Dramatic. Breathtaking. Strong. Touching. This is the music of two-time Academy Award® winner Hans Zimmer. In 2024, his successful show The World of Hans Zimmer… Read more »

Birmingham Mods raising money for Cure Leukemia this weekend with Charity All-Dayer

The Night Owl Birmingham is proudly hosting a special Steppin’ Up Charity Soul-Mod All-dayer to raise money for the blood cancer charity, Cure Leukemia. Originally scheduled for… Read more »

Jewellery Quarter bar celebrates the launch of their exciting new outdoor space

The Button Factory in the Jewellery Quarter is preparing for a busy Summer with the launch of their stunning new 350 capacity, outdoor space ‘’The Yard’’. The… Read more »

UK’s first techno bar re-opens doors at new Digbeth location

UK’s first techno bar re-opens doors at new Digbeth location

The Berlin Bar has announced that they will be opening their new Adderley Street site on Saturday 13th May.  Situated on the Bordesley Junction in Digbeth, the… Read more »

Spiers & Boden – The Midsummer Tour

After a triumphant 2022 reunion tour with folk big-band “Bellowhead” (including a sold-out performance at the Royal Albert Hall) founder-members John Spiers and Jon Boden return as their… Read more »

One of the worlds most collectable artists will visit Clarendon Fine Art April 26th

One of the world’s most collectable and provocative contemporary artists, Mr Brainwash, flies from LA to the UK to launch his eagerly awaited, new exhibition this month – and… Read more »

Society matters LIVE Lab made meat on the menu?

Society matters LIVE Lab made meat on the menu?

Lab made meat will be the topic of the latest Society matters LIVE event from Aston University at Café Artum at Birmingham’s Hockley Social Club on Thursday 27 April. … Read more »

Jurassic Park in Concert – 21st October – Resorts World Arena

Monday 17 April 2023: In celebration of the triple Oscar winning Jurassic Park’s 30th anniversary, AEG Artistic Presents are thrilled to announce Jurassic Park In Concert. This Autumn the acclaimed blockbuster… Read more »

KILO ZIRO Bar – Lights Off for Earth Day

KILO ZIRO Bar – Lights Off for Earth Day

Best Waste Prevention Project Award winners 2022, KILO ZIRO Café & Bar in Digbeth, have announced that they will be turning of all front-of-house lights for the… Read more »

Non Canon + Suzannah Evans plays Cherry Reds 23rd Apr

Long-term friends Non Canon and poet Suzannah Evans are set to tour a collaborative evening of music and poetry in April 2023. Non Canon, aka Bristol songwriter… Read more »

The Farmer John’s Pub in Sutton Coldfield undergoing £120,000 refurbishment

The Farmer John’s Pub in the Streetly area of Sutton Coldfield will be undergoing a £120,000 refurbishment. Situated on the edge of Streetly, next door to 31st… Read more »

‘Grass Is Greener’ by Sanity out soon!

SANITY (formerly Lady Sanity) is known for encapsulating a distinctive blend of Hip-Hop, jazz and Soul. Her sharp commentary has a fearless instinct, expertly balancing smoothness, and… Read more »