Around The Web

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

The Nightingales have an exciting year ahead

Seminal Birmingham cult post-punk band ‘The Nightingales’ have an exciting year ahead – there is a new album coming out and a film later in the year… Read more »

Slag Mag returns with International Women’s Day Festival

The Serious Ladies of Art and Gigs are fundraising with an all dayer on Saturday, March 7th. Birmingham’s arts and gigs collective Slag Mag (Serious Ladies of… Read more »

Brum’s self-love dance party just landed and it’s getting rave reviews

Brum’s self-love dance party just landed and it’s getting rave reviews

Girl Therapy is a community of self-love gravitated millennial women in Birmingham, originally put on the map with their widely read daily emails (the daily mini self-love… Read more »

Digbeth First Friday 7 February 4pm until late

This February, get out and about, discover something new and enjoy the fantastic independent culture Digbeth has to offer! On offer this month: Centrala: Paulina Korobkiewicz –… Read more »

Six Nations – Credible 80s – Posh Hot Sandwiches

Sound check… one, two Pioneering live music and DJ sets from some of Birmingham’s best, music is the beating heart of 1000 Trades. See more on Facebook. SATURDAY… Read more »

Can England secure their first Six Nations title since 2017?

With the 2020 Six Nations Championship getting underway next month, England will be hoping to secure their first title since 2017 – when they lost only to… Read more »

A History of Billiards & Pool Balls: What Are They Made Of?

A History of Billiards & Pool Balls: What Are They Made Of?

The game of pool is one that is enjoyed by the young and old. Played in bars, game rooms and even homes, pool is a great way… Read more »

Dig Brew Co appoints new Head Brewer

Birmingham’s national-award-winning craft brewery and taproom Dig Brew Co has appointed a new Head Brewer. Andy Whyte, a University of Plymouth Masters graduate, will lead the brewing… Read more »

The Pagans S.O.H and HUDS to play new live music night at The Bear Tavern 7th February

The Pagans S.O.H and HUDS to play new live music night at The Bear Tavern 7th February

The Pagans S.O.H (Shepherds of Humanity) and HÜDS to play new live music night at The Bear Tavern on 7th February Bearwood Promoters present the second in a series… Read more »

Argentea Gallery presents the first UK exhibition of photographs by Finnish artist Jenni Granholm

Argentea Gallery is extremely pleased to present the first UK exhibition of photographs by Finnish artist Jenni Granholm. Interested in the invisible struggles everyone faces, Granholm’s work… Read more »

Moseley Record Fair 2020: New Season continues Sunday 2 February

Moseley Record Fair Sunday 2nd February 2020 St. Columba Church Hall, Moseley, Birmingham, B13 8DJ Doors open at 1pm, ends at 5pm Two Rooms Cafe & DJs… Read more »

Family Fun this Feb Half-term at MAC

This February half-term at Midlands Arts Centre, we’re hosting a wealth of family-friendly performances, workshops, creative courses and special events to entertain adults and kids alike. Join… Read more »

Fashion on a Different Route presents a conceptual unisex Fashion collection at Centrala

Fashion on a Different Route presents a conceptual unisex Fashion collection at Centrala

WALKING DISTANCE – Fashion on a Different Route presents otherways[project], a conceptual unisex collection project developed by Sabine Lettmann on the basis of circular design strategies. Its… Read more »

Roxy Ball Room Birmingham Opens in the heart of Digbeth

Roxy Ball Room Birmingham Opens in the heart of Digbeth

The ‘home of competitive social gaming’, Roxy Ball Room, has launched in Digbeth. The 13,000 sq ft space, which offers pool, beer pong, shuffleboard and arcade games, is the ninth venue for… Read more »

Baby Lifeline mother and baby charity hosts Bags of Laughter celebrity comedy night Feb 21st

Baby Lifeline – the Midlands based unique mother and baby charity, is staging a very special comedy night, to raise vital funds for supporting maternity care. The… Read more »

Full casting announced for Tartuffe, which opens at Birmingham Repertory Theatre 20 March

Full casting is announced for Tartuffe, which opens at Birmingham Repertory Theatre on 20 March. Originally directed by Birmingham-born Iqbal Khan for the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC)… Read more »

An evening with Paul McGrath at The Old Crown Digbeth

Join The Old Crown for an unmissable evening with an Irish sporting legend. Paul McGrath will be reminiscing about his career. Explaining how he became one of… Read more »

Why Birmingham is The Perfect Place To Host an Event

With its convenient position in the UK and excellent transport links that take you straight into the heart of the action, Birmingham is an ideal place to… Read more »

Top Reasons To Start a Business in Birmingham

Last year, Birmingham was named by Know Your Money as the best city in the UK to start a business. The research also suggested that the city… Read more »

Advantage of Adjustable Weight Vest

When performing quality workouts that help us improve physically, the weighted vest is one of the most interesting accessories because it allows you to work more deeply… Read more »

Online Stylist: Fashion Jackets for 2020

The latest trends of the year come with the autumn-winter season and will accompany us both in the end of 2019 and in the beginning of 2020…. Read more »

Top grilled foods

Most people prepare grilled meals during the summer, which is why today, we offer you five top grilled recipes that are very easy to prepare: . You… Read more »

The Influence Project comes to the MAC

The Influence Project comes to the MAC

Midlands Arts Centre (MAC) is delighted to present The Influence Project by creative partners, photographer Alexis Chabala and curator Lorayne Crawford. The exhibition celebrates the impact that… Read more »

The Jazz Festival Exhibition of Photography until February 28th

The Jazz Festival Exhibition of Photography until February 28th

The Jazz Festival Exhibition of Photography is now on display within the Main Concourse of New Street Station. The exhibition consists of more than 50 images taken… Read more »

Sustainable buildings to induce durable globe

The ancient buildings speak of the civilization that believed in spiritual connection with nature. Those buildings depicted the harmony among the people and the environment. Our ancestors… Read more »

How to Care for Your Ageing Pets Throughout the Seasons

It’s no surprise that as we age, we have to consider more and more behaviours, actions and activities in order to remain healthy. From more frequent doctor… Read more »

Grade II listed Wolverhampton hotel turns green for Blue Monday

The Iconic Grade II listed Ramada Resort Park Hall Hotel in Wolverhampton has turned green this Blue Monday, as part of a region-wide-campaign to raise awareness around… Read more »

Blow Water Hong Kong pop up kitchen at Peacer

Blow Water Hong Kong pop up kitchen at Peacer

Blow Water 吹 水 Lunar New Year Edition Hong Kong pop up kitchen 10th February 2020, Monday Peacer, Moseley B13 8EJ 6pm or 8pm Due to the… Read more »

How to Develop Successful HR for Your New Business

Birmingham is the city with the second-highest number of new businesses starting up in the country, providing the perfect place for entrepreneurs to thrive within a culture… Read more »

5 Cozy Places to Study or Co-Work in Birmingham

You’re a remote worker or student in Birmingham who has difficulty working from home. So, you need a safe space where you can do your work without… Read more »

West Midlands Scriptwriting Competition Launched to Find New Talent

West Midlands Scriptwriting Competition Launched to Find New Talent

Enter Stage Write, an annual West Midlands scriptwriting competition, will return in 2020 for its third edition where budding writers have the incredible opportunity to see their… Read more »

NQ64 – New Arcade Bar opens this month and there are free drinks for the opening weekend!

NQ64 – New Arcade Bar opens this month and there are free drinks for the opening weekend!

A BRAND NEW ARCADE BAR FOR BIRMINGHAM OPENS FRIDAY 31ST JANUARY AND WILL BE GIVING AWAY FREE DRINKS EACH DAY FOR THE FIRST 50 PEOPLE OVER THE LAUNCH… Read more »

Louise O’Neill’s timely novel about consent has its UK premiere at Birmingham Rep

A sensational adaptation of Irish author Louise O’Neill’s devastating novel about sexual consent makes its UK première at Birmingham Repertory Theatre following huge acclaim, including a sold-out… Read more »

Art Exhibition 550 Years of Guru Nanak Dev Ji curated by Art Sikh

Art Exhibition 550 Years of Guru Nanak Dev Ji curated by Art Sikh

A new and free exhibition delivered and curated by West Midlands based organisation; ArtSikh opened on Friday 29th November at the Library of Birmingham, Centenary Square. The… Read more »

Starting Your Graphic Design Career in Birmingham

So, you’ve decided that graphic design is the right choice of career for you, and Birmingham is your choice of destination to find the job of your… Read more »

Why more young people are deciding to live a more sustainable lifestyle?

Living a more sustainable lifestyle is a choice that more and more youngsters are adopting. Indeed, all of the choices and actions we take affect our environment… Read more »

Brumbeat Gig Guide January 2020

Our Birmingham live music & DJ guide for Jan 2020, offers original and alternative nightlife, gigs, parties and music listings. We work with local promoters and venues each month… Read more »

Xhosa Cole and the Ripieno Players perform at Birmingham Cathedral 1st Feb

Xhosa Cole, BBC Young Jazz Musician 2018, joins the Ripieno Players for the World Premiere of his own composition, ‘Fajar’. Together with his own incredible Jazz Trio,… Read more »

3 Ways to Increase Your University Degree ROI

For the first time in more than a generation, getting a university degree is no longer the sure-fire path to a thriving career and a comfortable lifestyle… Read more »

Charles Dickens’ love of Birmingham and his first public readings of A Christmas Carol

Charles Dickens visited Birmingham Town Hall to read his Christmas Carol to a couple of thousand people, eager to hear one of the most notable literary geniuses… Read more »

Love Writing Co. joins forces with The Buddy Bag Foundation to help children in emergency care

Midlands company, Love Writing Co. has joined forces with national charity, The Buddy Bag Foundation to help make a difference to children in emergency care. The British… Read more »

Opening a Business in Birmingham? Here’s What You Should Know

For an entrepreneurial endeavour, Birmingham is just the right place. If you’re thinking of starting a business but are considering which city outside of London is best, Birmingham… Read more »

5 Reasons Why Tourists Should Invest In Organic Wines

Winemaking involves a lot of tedious process before coming up with a wine label that is then distributed in the market. It starts from planting and nourishing… Read more »

The most effective ways to stay healthy in Birmingham, UK

The most effective ways to stay healthy in Birmingham, UK

We’re almost at the beginning of a new year, and this means that promises of self improvement are soon going to be sweeping our nation. It’s arguably… Read more »

The reasons why everyone is talking about telemedicine in 2019

The reasons why everyone is talking about telemedicine in 2019

The rate of innovation that has taken place in 2019 has been astonishing to watch. Regardless of what industry it is that you’re part of, you’re bound… Read more »

What is Hallmark jewellery? A brief history

If you want to sell a piece of jewellery in the UK as being gold, platinum, silver or palladium, it needs to be hallmarked. It’s a common… Read more »

Market: last days at Galerie Mayci – January 09 – 02 April 2020

In January 2018 photographer Tom Ranahan was allowed access, by Birmingham City Council, to record the last days of the Birmingham Wholesale Food Markets. The modern markets,… Read more »

NYE at Bitters N’ Twisted Venues

NYE at Bitters N’ Twisted Venues

The Victoria, 48 John Bright Street, Birmingham, B1 1BN This year we have teamed up with ‘Sadler’s Brewery’ to deliver the ultimate Peaky Blinder experience at The… Read more »

Discover The Best Musicians in Birmingham and The Midlands in 2020

Birmingham Promoters team up with BBC Introducing, MAS Records, Born Music and Counteract to bring together a series of live showcases from some of the region’s leading… Read more »

he Best Supermarkets In Birmingham

Shoppers anywhere across the globe look for the best deals. Families, in particular, want to economize on their everyday essentials. For this reason, they want to shortlist… Read more »