What’s On at the Robin
As ever, a mix of old, new, tribute and original.
The Animals with Steve Cropper
The fates can conspire against anyone, even the greats, as Dave Woodhall witnessed.
Stephen Merchant Stands Up
James Rampton interviews a man who is much more than Ricky Gervais’ sidekick.
Coventry Uni feeling smug?
Coventry University up 30 places in Sunday Times University Guide 2012
The Battle for Stirchley
There’s a power struggle going on in Stirchley, the up-and-coming suburb of South Birmingham that many people are touting as ‘the new Kings Heath’
Help For rail users
Cycling commuters in the Black Country have been given added security.
What’s On at Town Hall & Symphony Hall
Some of the biggest names in their fields have been announced.
Cameron Jerome…. RIP
Andy Munro bids a fond farewell to a Blues stalwart.
WOMAD review
Martin Longley reports back, a bit late in the day, from the global swirl that is the WOMAD festival…
Birmingham celebrates Mid-Autumn Festival for the first time
Birmingham Mid-Autumn Festival will take place on Tuesday 13th September
Birmingham and Black Country Wildlife “Worth over £1billion”
Wildlife is found to be no longer priceless, an economic study has discovered.
Boxstock 2011
UK Cigar Box Festival returns to The Public
More gigs at The Actress & Bishop
Jazz and blues lovers will be interested in these.
Desperately seeking talent
Coventry’s Belgrade Theatre is holding open auditions to find 24 talented children to appear in this year’s pantomime
mac birmingham needs you!
mac birmingham is in the final of the National Lottery Awards 2011 – and needs your vote to win.
Birmingham to get a good laugh
Birmingham Comedy Festival returns this October with another cracking line-up of comedic talent!
Degree level Study Opportunities
The University of Warwick has extended its open access courses and offers a taster in Acocks Green this coming weekend.
The Welsh national culture
Alan Clawley has been to Wales and wonders if the English are missing a trick.
What’s On at the Assembly
The Leamington Assembly has one of the all-time greats on offer this week.
What’s On at the Robin
From acoustics to electrics. Bilston’s finest has it all.
Something For Next Weekend?
Scores of buildings around the region that are normally closed to the public will be opening their doors and offering a behind the scenes look.
Meeting: Press Freedom and Human Rights
Birmingham United Nations Association invite guests to attend a talk on press freedom.
Birmingham’s Mayor gets on her bike
The Mayor of Birmingham, Councillor Anita Ward set the wheels of a local initiative to get more people on their bikes in motion in Victoria Square earlier today
Air Ambulance Open Day
At last – something worth visiting a motorway service station for.
Feeding the Roots
With our major football clubs out of action this weekend, here’s a guide to where you can see some of the area’s lesser lights.
Tower envy in the city
Alan Clawley writes in defence of architect John Madin
Exclusive: Ashley Blake on life behind bars
Ros Dodd interviewed Ashley Blake shortly after his release from prison in 2010
Jail sentence “deeply unfair,” says ex-BBC man Ashley Blake
Former BBC television presenter Ashley Blake has spoken of his “deep sense of unfairness” at being handed a two-year jail sentence for “accidentally” wounding a teenager
Potters Barred
Terry Wills on Albion’s week
Sutton Park lake warning
Visitors to Birmingham’s largest park have been warned to stay on their guard after the discovery of potentially dangerous substances.