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Dear Neighbours,

Welcome to your March issue of Edgbaston Directory.

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In this issueWin free tickets to a show at mac 5 Mustafa is a compelling and vivid thriller

Win free tickets to mac cinema 5 Cinema bambino for parents with prams

Planning a wedding? 8 Don’t miss your chance to win a wedding photography package worth £1,000

Representing yourself in court? 12 You need not be alone

Specs appeal to the stars 15 Hustle actors go shopping for sunglasses in Edgbaston

Soroptomist open evening 18

Mothers Day 20 at Winterbourne GardensFind out about Margaret Nettlefold – a Victorian mother extraordinaire

Tell your story 22 in the Edgbaston Directory

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WIN tickets to see a movie at macOn the first Friday of every month, mac Birmingham, which celebrates its Gold anniversary this year, holds screenings for parents and babies called Cinema Bambino.

The lights are up and the noise turned down, so you can relax and enjoy the film with your little ones. Since everyone else will be bringing their bundle of joy too, you don’t have to worry if they cry or gurgle through the film.

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CompetitionsWIN tickets to a thrilling show at macBirmingham Repertory Theatre and Kali present Mustafa at mac from 17 to 21 April

Mustafa is in prison serving 14 years for the death of a teenage boy during an attempted exorcism. Isolated in a world where his beliefs are treated with suspicion, he maintains his claim of innocence and tries to keep his head down. But when inmates who taunt him suffer unexplained injuries and prison officers start to behave strangely, stories of ‘Magic Mustafa’ spread and even those closest to him begin to doubt his explanations…

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We have 2 pairs of tickets to be won for Mustafa at mac Birmingham on Wednesday 18 April at 8pm. To be in with a chance of winning just answer this question;

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What's on

Mothers DayMothers day lunch The perfect way to say thank you to your mum; lunch in the tearoom and a stroll around the stunning gardens as everything begins to spring back to life!On: 18 MarchAt: Winterbourne House & Garden, 53 Edgbaston Park RoadFor info: 414 3003

ComedyKill for a Seat Comedy ClubThis comedy club is in full swing on the first Friday of every month On: 2 MarchAt: macFor info: 446 3232

Mitch Benn and the Distractions: Ode WarriorDescribed by The Times as “the country’s leading musical satirist’, this is a show for music and comedy fans of all ages.On: 24 MarchAt: macFor info and tickets: 446 3232

EventsSpring lecture: The Fragrant GardenHoward DruryOn: 15 MarchAt: Winterbourne House & Garden, 53 Edgbaston Park RoadFor info and tickets: 414 3003

HistoryKings Heath Local History Society Monthly meetings to learn about the history of Kings Heath. Meetings held on the third Wednesday of the month (excluding August and December). Membership is £8 per year. Visitors pay £2 per meeting.

21 Mar, 7.30: 200 years of the Baptists in Kings Heath18 Apr, 7.30: Highbury – the house that Chamberlain builtAt: Kings Heath Community Centre, Heathfield RoadFor info: 777 2276

MusicDavid Pyatt, horn, Lucy Gould, violin & Leon McCawley, pianoDavid won the BBC Young Musician of the

Year competition at the age of 14 and has been Principal Horn of the London Symphony Orchestra. Lucy founded the award-winning Gould Piano Trio whilst still a student at the Royal Academy of Music where she won the Queen’s commendation for excellence. Leon is one of Britain’s finest living pianists with recordings that have impressed critics far and wide.On: 14 Mar, 7.30pmAt: Barber Institute of Fine Arts, University of BirminghamFor info/tickets: 414 7333

SpiroFour extraordinary musicians perform compelling, mesmeric music influenced with classical and contemporary influences, but with roots set firmly in the English tradition.On: 22 MarAt: macFor info: 446 3232 Soumik DattaFunk, Soul, Indian classical and Blues unite with performance poetry and film to tell this unique story of discovery.On: 31 MarAt: macFor info: 446 3232

THEATREMe Myself & Ms GibbsFrancesca Millican-Slater returns to mac to take the audience on a fascinating journey as she investigates the history behind a postcard she found, dated from 1910.On: 20-22 MarAt: macFor info: 446 3232

WastedBirmingham REP and Paines Plough present Kate Tempest’s debut play and features her trademark lyrical ferocity in a dynamic theatrical staging. A play about love, life and losing your mind.On: 23 MarAt: macFor info: 446 3232

Pentabus: For OnceLife, love and loss in a picture postcard town are laid bare in this heartbreaking but darkly comic new play.On: 27-29 MarAt: macFor info: 446 3232

A snapshot of what’s on around Edgbaston in March and April

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Representing yourself in court?You need not be aloneAn innovative charity called the Personal Support Unit is being set up in Birmingham Civil Justice Centre. It provides emotional and practical support to litigants in person (people who represent themselves in court).

Jimmy Clarke explains why this service is vital for Birmingham and what you can do to help.

For many the very thought of attending a civil court is daunting enough. But imagine if you were attending alone, without legal support, legal advice or even a friend to provide moral support. This is the reality facing thousands of Birmingham residents every year.

People who represent themselves in court are often extremely nervous and stressed. The experience itself can make them ill. Many have difficulty reading or writing. Some have mental illness.

The Personal Support Unit can make a huge difference. The PSU was established ten years ago to provide a simple service to litigants in person. They have a small

team of volunteers in Manchester, Cardiff, London and Liverpool who invest their time and energy into providing practical and emotional support.

A branch of this vital service is currently being established in Birmingham. Now they are looking for a team of volunteers who can give two days a month to help litigants in person practically and emotionally.

You can make a difference by volunteering, making a donation or telling a friend about it. To sign up you do not need a legal background, all you need is intuition and time.

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challenging, interesting and rewarding? Who are we? The PSU provide non-legal practical and emotional support to litigants in person (people attending court without legal representation), their friends, families and supporters and other court users in the civil and family courts. Our unique service is free, confidential and independent.

What do we do? We do not give legal advice. We have a small office in the civil and family courts in Birmingham. Clients can book an appointment or walk in to receive guidance from volunteers. Volunteers invest their time, skills and energy to solve clients’ problems and accompany them through the court proc-ess. This could mean filling out a form on someone’s behalf, giving people space to unburden and de-stress, accompany people into court for emotional support or liaising with other agencies to in-sure a client is receiving all of the help they need.

Who are we looking for?PSU volunteers are a mixed group. We consist of retired professionals, professionals on a career brake, part time workers and many more. The one thing every PSU volunteer has is intuition, a calm and mature personality and the willingness to dedicate two days a month to the PSU. The following is a list of typical requirements and attributes that PSU volunteers possess.

No need to have a legal background Ability to work reliably within a rota system Commitment to undertake PSU training Willingness to work within the framework of equal opportunities Willingness to adhere to a policy of confidentiality Ability to listen and communicate with a wide range of people Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing Applicants will be subject to a CRB check and an interview

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Shafik Haji, owner of Eye Opticians on Islington Row, was approached by Hustle’s costume designer for the previous series, to create a pair of glasses especially for actor Robert Vaughn. The producers were so impressed that they asked him to supply all the glasses and sunglasses for the latest series.

The main cast members of the show are seen wearing a variety of designer frames including Tom Ford, Tom Davies Bespoke, EM Eyewear and ic!Berlin sunglasses.

“It was a great experience working with the actors from Hustle and we had a lot of fun putting together various

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Happy Mother's DayTo celebrate Mother’s Day this month, we take a look at the life of one of Birmingham’s notable females.

Margaret Nettlefold (nee Chamberlain) spent her married life at Winterbourne House which is now open to the public so for a mother’s day outing you can treat your mother to a step back in time to see how the other half lived.

Margaret Chamberlain, niece to Joseph Chamberlain future Mayor of Birmingham, was a matriarch in the truest sense. A product of the late Victorian age, she was interested in art and gardening, studying at the Midland Institute. From letters and diaries of the day, we know she was a very strong person who went on to become an important driving force in her husband’s career.

The young couple had met through their church, both were Unitarians and their families and friends moved in the same social circle. John Nettlefold worked for GKN where Margaret and John’s family (they were distant cousins) had achieved great success in mobilising the company to be the largest screw

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Extract from diary:

Sun 22 Mar 1891 ‘John has gone back to Newport and left me engaged to be married. I shouldn’t be able to express myself properly if I wrote my feelings down. Never mind, it is all there deep down, that is better than having it on the surface.’

(comment: earlier in her diaries Margaret had stated the confusion she felt when John made his feelings known. She was clearly less sure of her own at the time’)

manufacturer in the world. However John’s true passion was social housing and as Chair of the first Housing Committee in Birmingham, the Moor Pool Housing estate in Harborne came into being.

Margaret’s diaries suggest that she was not entirely enamoured with John when he first made advances. Even after accepting his proposal she is surprisingly unemotional and whilst remaining family are clear that they felt very strongly about each other in later life, it was certainly not love at first sight for Margaret at least. As so many other young people of their time, logical matches were made amongst suitable families and love was a bonus rather than a necessity.

An exhibition telling the story of their life together can be found at Winterbourne House and Garden at the University of Birmingham.

A further sister exhibition to ‘Childrens Lives’ at Birmingham Museum and Art Galleries will be on display at Winterbourne’s Coach House Gallery from 2 April, telling the story of the Nettlefold children.


Calling all budding writersDo you have a burning issue you would like to tell the local community about?

Edgbaston Directory is developing its editorial pages and looking for the stories out there that would be of interest to the readers if only they knew about them.

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4. We can raise the profile of issues affecting the wider community.

Edgbaston is a vibrant, diverse and lively suburb that Edgbaston Directory is proud to be a part of and we are keen to represent it within these pages in the best way possible.

A photograph can tell a thousand words, so make sure you have a good selection to support your story, or if necessary we can take supporting photographs.

Deadlines are crucial – we need any content before the 10th of the month for the following months issue and often earlier than that in order to plan it in.

Since the launch of Edgbaston Directory in 2010 we have written about countless events, charities, community organisations and tourist attractions – but we want more!

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If you have something you want to get off your chest then call the editor:Amy Watson on 689 0432 or email [email protected]


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Step back in timeWith a membership to Moorpoool Crown Green Bowling Club.The club is situated in Moorpool Estate, on the corner of Park Edge and Ravenhurst Road, behind the Fishing Pool Harborne.

The bowling green was created around the same time as the construction of the Moorpool estate which saw 500 homes built on a 54 acre site between 1907 and 1912.

The estate was an example of how affordable housing could be provided in the future, many of the original character remains, and all of the original properties remain.

The Bowling Green and Fishing Pool, (the pool is an original pool fed by underwater springs), with the presence of large trees adds to the semi-rural feel of the area and the abundance of wildlife, There is no doubt The

Bowling Green and Fishing Pool are the jewel people with of the estate.

Moorpool Bowling Club has 51 full members and 10 social members. It is a mixed club with member ages ranging from 50 to 91.

The bowling season starts around the 1st of April until 1st October. You can play seven days a week if you chose or once a week, it is your choice.

You do not have to be an athlete, the club caters for all shapes and sizes and most people with disabilities are able to play.

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Georges Day Strawberry Cream Tea, this year there will be a Golden Jubilee afternoon event to celebrate Her Majesties Golden Anniversary in June.

In July there will be an evening event where you bring your own refreshment and either have a quiz or games on the green, depending on the weather.

In August there is a BBQ and quiz, in September a Fish and Chip Night with a quiz, and there will also be a Macmillans Coffee Morning in support of the Macmillans Nurses in September.

During October to end of March there is a Tuesday morning club in the Pavilion when you can come and do as you please, play cribbage, dominoes, knit, sew, paint, crochet and play scrabble. On Wednesday afternoons whist is also played in the pavilion.

The club is open to any new ideas to hold events in the winter season.

The club is looking for more members, so if you are interested all you need to do is call and arrange a visit. You do not have to wait till opening day, you can pop down on a Tuesday morning or Wednesday afternoon, you will be made very welcome, come and have a look round, have a try at playing, you are under no obligation to join.

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Toni's TotsDrama and storytelling for pre-schoolers from 18 months upEvery Monday, 10amAt: The Hub, 318 Vicarage Road, Kings HeathFor details call: 07976 242 835

Cornerstone Parent and Toddler GroupStay and play for parents and children up to 5Wednesday 1.30-12.00At: Church of the Redeemer, Monument RoadFor details call:07812 332 430

Hawkesley Mini Gym Soft PlaySoft play for pre-school children and babiesWednesday 9.30-11.30At: Woodview Primary School, Woodview DriveFor details call: 0121 265 2650

Kanga and Roo's Parent and ToddleParent and toddler groupThursday 1.30-3.00At: St Peters Church Hall, Old Church Road, HarborneFor details call: 0121 426 6034

Lillian de Lissa Stay and PlayStay and play for children up to 3 years oldWednesday 9.15-11.15At: Lillian de Lissa Nursery School, BellevueFor details call: 0121 440 3421

Baby SensoryMusic, instruments, fibre optic light shows, glowing bouncy balls, bubbles and much moreAt: Walker Memorial Hall, Ampton RoadFor details call: Karen 0121 747 4720

Baby BoppersDance class for children over 3 yearsAt: Adage Dance & Fitness Studios, 174-176 High Street, HarborneFor info: 428 2732

Rhythm TimeMusic and movement for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers. Age appropriate classes available.At: Woodview Community Centre, EdgbastonFor info: Vicky 0121 447 7632

Outdoor stay and playEnjoy the great outdoors with your little onesThursdays at 11-1pmAt: Winterbourne Gardens, Priory Road For details call: 0121 440 7430

Pram Pushers P & TPlay group for up to 4 year old childrenThursday 9.30-11.30At: Pram Pushers P & T, Lyttelton RoadFor details call:07867 796 286

RacketeersPlaygroup for up to 4 year old childrenFriday 9.30-11.30At: Newman House, Harrisons RoadFor details call: 0121 454 2846

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Chimney SweepAble Chimney Sweep 23

Clothing BoutiqueEncore 11

Community CentreWoodview Community Centre 16

Conservatories & OrangeriesHarborne Sash Windows 17Traditional Conservatories 9

Dental PracticeAll Saints Dental 1

Gardening ServicesEvans Landscapes 23Sandilands 4

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Gutter CleaningGutters Cleaned 14

HealingBirmingham Healing Rooms 18

Interior DecoratingKnights 23

Ironing ServiceMopheads 23

IT ServicesRF Networks 18

LocksmithLocking Locksmith 7

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Period Property RestorationHarborne Sash Windows 17

PhotographerProfessional Photography 8

PlumbersMG Heating 16Robert the Plumber 11

Property MaintenanceGutter Cleaning 14

Property ManagementKaboodle 10

Psychology TutorLucy Schiller 7

RestaurantHornton Grange 29

RoofingJMS Roofing & Building 4Knights 23Zircon 24

SchoolSt George’s School 17

Solar Energy SpecialistJMS Solar 14

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Venue HireVenue Birmingham 29

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